it literally took me 6 months to do this front room makeover

**Bathroom Makeover and Home Tour**

I didn't get to go out and visit the thrift store to pick up some cute decor, so I'm basically pulling what I had from my last apartment. As you guys may remember, I had a bathroom makeover at my last apartment, and this is one of the pieces I brought back with me. Unfortunately, the thrift stores are currently closed, which is sad for me because I was really looking forward to shopping there.

**Vintage IKEA Lamp Discovery**

However, my day started off on a high note when I found a vintage IKEA lamp on Basic Marketplace and Kijiji. The girl who posted it called it a discontinued IKEA glass lamp, and I think it'll complement the ones I have downstairs nicely. It's small because of the cabinet that I'm getting here, so I messaged her to confirm if someone would be picking it up, and she told me they never did. She was able to offer it to me, and I couldn't wait to get my hands on it.

**Thrift Store Finds and DIY Solutions**

As for thrift stores, I know they might not be open, but Facebook Marketplaces are still an option, and I'm doing everything I can to find some great deals there. I also had my eyes on an ottoman, but I'm not sure if I should get it or not. Maybe you guys have any thoughts? Okay, so what else do I want to show you today? Well, this is a good hack that I used for my entryway – I used a scarf as a little blanket throw. It's a great way to add some color and texture to the space without committing to a full-blown throw.

**Decorating with Candles and Accessories**

I also did some candles – I didn't want them to stand out too much because it was looking too busy, you know? But at the same time, I wanted something to break up the look of just having all these cabinets. So, I added a few candles here and there to create some visual interest. And then, I added a hat and an umbrella – my hairdresser gave me the umbrella as a free gift when I forgot mine on a rainy day.

**The Finished Look**

Now that everything is together, I have to say, I'm really happy with how it turned out. The bookshelf actually looks real good, and it's been a great conversation starter. And, of course, I couldn't have done it without some help from my friends. Shout-out to Chris for making me the peg rail shelf – he worked his magic in record time, and I'm so grateful.

**The Final Touches**

One of the final touches that I wanted to add was a little something extra on top of the shelf. As you can see, it's almost complete now. And, let me tell you, this fireplace is my favorite part of the whole space. It adds a nice touch of elegance and sophistication to the room. Plus, it's perfect for storing all sorts of items that I don't need immediate access to.

**Shout-out to My Team**

I want to give a huge shout-out to Dadio and Mami for their help in this space. When I was feeling overwhelmed with the peg rail shelf, they came to my rescue and helped me get it installed. And, as for the shoe bench, it's absolutely perfect for the space – I'm so glad I found it.

**The Future of My Home**

I know that we've had a lot of episodes dedicated to making home, but I promise you guys, there are still some important ones left to go. First up is my living room, which I'd love to finish outside in the spring. Make sure you're subscribed because we'll be working on it together, and I'm so excited to see how it turns out.