www.WatchMojo.com takes a look at how to maximize space when decorating a small apartment.

This cool video goes through some ideas on how to decorate a small apartment.  It's the kind of stuff I wish I'd known when I moved into my first place!

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Choosing a Style

So, your bathroom is outdated and you don't want to spend a lot of time in there. You jump in the shower and right back out. Sound familiar? Well, there are ways to remedy that and transform your boring bathroom into a retreat that you could spend all day in. The first thing you will want to consider is style. How would you like to relax at the end of a long day? Do you want to sit in a hot bath and forget the world, or how about a massaging shower? Decide what theme you would like to have, whether it be peaceful, or high tech spa. Do you want an outdoors feel? The main thing here is to choose a theme or style that helps you relax.

How to Create a Retreat

After deciding on your over all effect, consider your space. If it is small, figure how you can add the illusion of space. If dealing with a large space, think about what type of components that you want to incorporate. The key is comfort. You want your space to be an oasis. Choose things that are comfortable to you. What speaks to you in terms of comfort? You also want your space to be functional. Consider furniture that is useful, yet visually appealing to your design.

Set the Mood

One of the best ways to set a mood is lighting. Choose lighting that is functional for dressing, applying make up, etc., but you will want to choose lighting that can be dimmed for relaxation. A good way to achieve this is with dimmer switches.

Paint Ideas

Paint is an inexpensive way to make a statement in your space. A monochrome design can add the illusion of an open feel. If working in a small space, consider a lighter paint color for your ceiling. This gives the illusion of height. You can also paint a faux window that opens up to a beautiful outdoor scene. This gives your space an open feel also.

Art

Art is an important design element. Choose art that compliments your style theme while being visually stimulating. Art can be in many forms, from paintings and prints, to vases and other objects. It is a good idea to group pieces together and continue like combinations throughout the room. This allows the eye to travel.

Candles

Candles can be a beautiful addition to any room. Choose unique candles in scents that are relaxing to you. Lighting candle in your bathroom can help create a relaxing mood and the soft light thrown from candles is soothing. Aromatic candles are a good choice for your bathing space.

You want your master bathroom to become a relaxing retreat after a hard day. It's easy to accomplish this and can be inexpensive. Look for bargains and discount places in your area or on the Internet when making purchases. You want to place your money in your bathroom fixtures and lighting. Furniture choices need not be expensive, but functional. Paint is an always inexpensive option and you can create a spa like feel just by adding some paint. Whatever your choice, consider your options and make your bathroom a luxurious space.

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Picking a Style

Some parents prefer finding out the sex of the baby to help dictate a style. After all, it can be fun to bedeck a boy's room with balls and bats or create a garden retreat for a girl. Parents who are opting for a surprise on do not need to feel left out. There are plenty of nursery styles that are gender neutral, like a tropical rain forest or a cute barnyard. The style should be reflective of your family and should create a welcoming and comfortable space. Outlet stores are great places to look for bedding and decorations to match your style. Places like Burlington Coat Factory will have all the trendy nursery styles and other cheap home decor at a greatly reduced price.

Color

The colors in the nursery should reflect the style you have chosen. Very young babies enjoy contrasting colors so considering picking paint that contrasts well with any bedding or furniture you may have purchased. Decorating a nursery is also a great time to do customized paint jobs. It can be as simple as painting adjacent walls different colors or as complex as painting a mural on a given wall. The great part is that embellishing a nursery through paint is one of the cheapest ways to make the space unique.

Furniture

The most important piece of furniture is the crib. The first decision to make is between a convertible crib or a standard one. Though convertible cribs can be used as a toddler bed and even a full-sized bed eventually, they are pricier. The good news is that both convertible and standard cribs come in many styles. A changing table is another must-have and can often be bought to match the crib of your choice. Other furniture options might include a rocking chair, a toy chest, or a shelving unit. Set a budget for your furniture purchases and then buy the pieces that you need most first. Shopping online allows for easier comparison shopping, which can help find the best deals on cheap home decor. Since most furniture would need to be shipped from a store anyway, paying for shipping from on online order is not as big of deal.

Accessories

Babies need lots of stimulation so picking out mirrors or colorful rugs can definitely encourage early learning. Put pictures on the wall to match your theme or even include family pictures. Babies are always studying their surroundings so be sure to make the nursery a sensory rich environment. These additions are easier to find, so look for sales on cheap home decor at places like Wal-Mart or Target. Also consider using pictures or stuffed animals you already have to finish off the space.

Getting Dad On Board

While expectant mothers do most of the planning, there is plenty for dad to do as well. Being pregnant can make it difficult for a mother to complete many of the decorating tasks, which gives dads a chance to get invested by painting or assembling furniture.

Conclusion

Having a baby is not easy and it certainly is not cheap. But for budget conscious parents out there, plenty of options still exist. All it takes is a little time, a little shopping prowess, and a lot of love.

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Choose a color of the bedroom. Bold colors should be left to accessories and accents as they can create drama within the room. A master bedroom is a place of safety, or serenity and the most personal of styles. Cheap home decor can be as colorful as you like. Choose two to three decorations that create a statement and place them throughout the master bedroom. Having too many of these random objects may decrease the definition of the style of the room.

When styling a master bedroom it is important to determine the purpose of the room. Do you use the master bedroom solely for sleeping, or is it a living, reading or relaxing atmosphere too? When choosing a style of the master bedroom it is important to take these factors into account. Colors can be determined by the personality of the designer, whether you choose classic white, gray or a muted green or taupe.

Creating a focal point in the master bedroom can be effectively completed with a statement such as a large piece of art. Cheap home decor pieces such as a wonderful piece of art are available at discount designer outlets for as little as $40.00. A long piece of abstract art in soothing colors hung above the bed, or across from the bed creates a serene atmosphere.

Not only is clutter bad for the Feng shui in the bedroom, it can create a chaotic environment. Experts recommend that reducing clutter within the bedroom can lead to reducing the clutter within your life. Your master bedroom should be a place of serenity, an escape from the world. This soothing escape of a room cannot be completed with piles of clutter all over the room.

How do you deal with the clutter? If electronics are present in the room they can be disguised with an armoire. Armoires are available at Clearance Outlet stores for a fraction of the cost of department or furniture stores. Armoires are a great way to disguise clutter and eye-sores such as electronics within the bedroom.

Not everyone has the luxury of a walk in closet. Cheap home decor stores allow organizers which can create a functional closet with any space – regardless of the space. Once a closet is well organized, it could be just as effective as a walk in closet with a place for everything from ties to jewelry. Closet organizers are available at the local home store that incorporates layers into the closet. These organizers are easy to install and often take less than an hour. They are also easily removed should the closet be changed.

In the master bedroom, warm and neutral paint colors work best. After all, a master bedroom should be relaxing and calming. Colors such as light grays, greens, white with undertones of red and orange are effective in creating this soothing atmosphere.

Lighting in the master bedroom helps to set the mood. Lamps are often lower in price than expensive lighting fixtures and add warmth to the room that an overhead light fixture cannot. Consider revamping existing lamps with a new shade to mirror the master bedroom décor. This is a great tip to save money while redecorating the master bedroom or master suite.

Master bedrooms reflect the personality of the designer, and mirror the function of the room. Cheap home decor adds those small touches to the room that truly make it yours.

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First things first, you must decide on a style. Pick a style that you love and fits your home. If your kitchen and dining room are in the same, open area, you might find that a country or Tuscan style would fit your home. If this is the case, the styles should flow from one section to the other, thus making the space feel bigger. Otherwise, if your kitchen and dining area are separate rooms, you can choose just about any theme and color that you prefer.

Now comes to focal point. What do you want people to notice as soon as they walk in? The table? The lighting? How about a family portrait? Anything you chose is it fits your style. If you want a family portrait to be your focal point make sure you have a nice frame. Frames can be bought at many hobby and decor stores such as Michael's and Hobby Lobby for a very reasonable price. They also often have coupons in their flyers and on their websites.

Next comes choosing the paint. A great paint job does not have to be expensive or hard. All it takes is a little courage and elbow grease. First you will want to decide if you want one color, a main color with an accent color, or a faux finish. Once decided, your local hardware store will probably have a wide selection of colors to choose from. However, before you go, make sure to check your local paper and flyers for the best deals because paints routinely go on sale. You can also ask if they have any premixed paints that other customers decided not to buy. They will often sell them at a deep discount. Maybe you will get lucky and find a color you love! Another great money saving tip for paint is the bundle packs of supplies. These bundles come complete with rollers, tape, rolling pan and brushes. Theses packs come complete with almost everything you will need to paint a room. They are not the highest grade of supplies but for the price and the job, they are more than adequate. If you decided on a faux finish you will also need to pick up a couple inexpensive sponges.

Now it is time for the furniture and decor. Cheap home decor doesn't have to look cheap. For your furniture, try going to a used furniture store, yard sales or bargain places. With a little sanding and a new finish, you can make a beautiful and expensive looking piece without breaking the bank. Decor is easy to find and afford at places like Michael’s and Hobby Lobby. If you like the look of fresh flowers, you can buy paper flower kits at your local craft store. They are very inexpensive and last a lot longer than real flowers. For a little extra touch, try placing them in a nice vase with colored rocks or glass beads, then place a little fragrance oil or spray in the vase. The flowers will not only look real but smell wonderfully real as well.

Cheap home decor is easy to find with a little know how and ingenuity. Start with local craft and hobby stores and then venture to used furniture stores. Have fun and let your imagination run wild and you will have a dining room that you love and don’t mind showing off.

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