One of the almost required actions following moving into a new place as a 20-something is running to Ikea to buy furniture or storage items you’re now convinced you cannot live without. Right after we signed the lease and got the keys, we headed to Ikea. Although we got a decent amount of stuff, it wasn’t nearly as expensive as we thought.
1. Scissors – Okay, not excited but I really needed some heavy duty scissors.
2. Trash can – Threw out a few of ‘em pre-move.
3. Light bulbs – Most of the house still has incandescent bulbs still so we picked up tons of CFLs.
4. Pillows – Another thing that got tossed pre-move. I got a fancy one designed for side sleepers like myself.
5. Desk – Matt’s was in great need of replacement as his was a flat pack that had been taken apart and put together at least three times. This is exactly the same as mine which I love.
6. Metal table w/wire shelves – This’ll be used for kitchen prep and storage as our kitchen is rather small. The metal makes it super easy to clean.
7. Metal rack with plastic tubs – More kitchen and food storage
Lucky! We’re trying to decide if we should make the trip to Ikea in Tokyo (over $200 each just for travel expenses) as we can’t find any desks or couches we want in any of the stores here. Glad to hear you’re setting up nicely.
Wow, I love new stuff. You actually got off really cheap, huh?