How to make my apartment feel like home?

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So I moved into my own place back in February. It’s just me and my two boys (aged almost 3 and 4 months). I have not been able to make this place truly feel like home. I try getting decor as much as possible to make it feel homier but I don’t have a ton of money so a lot of the apartment is pretty bare as far as the walls and decor. I honestly have no idea how to feel truly at home here. I feel lonely all the time, except for when I have company. I’ve never lived alone (and yes I consider this alone since my kids are too little to have an adult conversation with), and honestly I hate it. I need some tips on how to feel more at home here, especially where I don’t plan on moving for a few years.

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Try ikea they have some really nice stuff😍

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Pictures of you and the kids and arts and crafts hung up. Plants. Candles- scents. Blankets. Lights- warm nightlight or twinkle lights.

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Second hand stores are great for decor. If it’s not the color you want spray paint is cheap and goes along way. You can buy frames and find pictures to print off on Pinterest.

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Throw pillows or blankets, pics of you and the kids, maybe some cute lamps. Flowers or fresh fruit displayed in the kitchen ?

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Ross has some pretty nice furniture and decor! I found it made my apartment feel better when I started burning wax melts. Just give it time, it’ll get better!

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Are you allowed to paint? Paint makes a world of difference. It can make it feel more like home, instead of staring at those white or cream walls they usually have when you move in. It always reminds me of a hospital. I love picking out pretty tablecloths and kitchen towels for each season, and it’s nice to have options to change it up. I have lots of throw pillows and blankets to make the living room nice and cozy.