Hi!!! Instead of editing the other night, I decided to build a very very very tall cat tree... so the video's a day late 😂but the cat tree is awesome I can't wait for you to see it 🤣Have a great weekend 💘
Loved how easy it was to add the arm rests, such a great reminder that sometimes you just need to step away from a project for a moment instead of continuing to try and frustrate yourself.
@@ChelseaCallahan I have the same couch and still can't figure out how to assemble it! It's been 2 years with a missing couch arm 😅 If you have any more tips on how you made this happen- couldn't fully tell from the video what you did - would love to hear your wisdom lol
@@cuzeke !! The only thing I could think of was maybe there’s a specific arm for a specific side of the couch and I was trying them on the wrong side before? I’m still so confused how I got it to work! If you have someone to help push the arms so the slats align that might be easiest!
I think your kittens are helping you to approach things in a more relaxed way, and that is why the arms on the couch suddenly were easier to set up. Good job! Remember to be gentle on yourself - yes, it will be good for you to decorate your apartment, but eat the elephant one bite at a time. Focus on completing just one room. Totally. Then decide on the next one. It has taken me nearly 4 years to completely unpack and organize my studio materials and tools.....and I still have decorating to complete. What is the rush? Just enjoy the journey and the process, like a wise person once said: patience - in time, the grass becomes milk!
I appreciate your comments about what a healthy body allows you to do. Such a great reminder to be grateful. Carolyn Winkler and Kristin McGowan both have really great decorating channels too. They both give lots of doable tips and Carolyn is hilarious. Congrats on the couch arms. I understand that feeling of accomplishment!
Hi Chelsea, the decorating is going great. I love the arms on the sofa -- it's so much better. Take your time and don't stress decorating. Only buy stuff you love. I would skip the carpet in the bedroom though, especially with the cats. If you want carpet under foot when you wake, then just get a runner -- like 2 or 3 feet wide with the right length, then you can clean easily under the bed. I love watching your videos though, thanks for sharing 🙂
That is a great idea on the runner. I have two cats and I was wondering how she was going to take that rug back. Trust me, cats can destroy that in a second.
I second this… we had an area rug under the bed with our cat, it would get so gross. She was puky and would get sick under there sometimes and with a bed over it, it would be so hard to clean.
It's lovely that you are aware of the great gift of a working body❤ I have been bedridden since I turned 17. I can't even sit up in bed by myself. I hate being a burden to my also disabled mother. She is dying of Alzheimers and apart from being heartbroken, I am also exceptionally afraid of what will happen to me after she is gone. I have no one but her and no money. It is extremely frustrating not to be able to take care of yourself. I was always a very independent and hands on person before I became a cripple. Now I just try to make as little work as possible. At least I can still help my mother with things like bills and ordering online, setting up the Internet etc. everything I can do lying down. But I still feel so useless!
Alexander Gater is a must watch! She would say to take your time…first start off with a Pinterest mood board. That will get you to understand what you actually like, and you’ll start to see patterns of your personal style. Then slowly start to incorporate that style by buying or thrifting pieces that match your style bc you absolutely love it. Most importantly…Have Fun! Love your channel!❤
I’d definitely recommend a more down to Earth channel for decor inspiration, my pick would be Caroline Winkler! I do like Alexandra but she has a whole team working with her, I don’t see how that would work for a more dyi approach ❤
Chelsea You are the captain of your ship, do what makes you happy and don't worry about pleasing other people! You are the person living there, find things that make you happy and hang them or put them where you want. Trust yourself!
I know designing can be a lot but I remember your videos when your now bedroom was literally FULL of boxes. How far you’ve come! I think it makes total sense to have the small room as your bedroom and the big room as your living room. I’m a bedroom-is-for-sleeping kind of person so having extra living/hangout space with great light makes perfect sense to me.
I love how cozy the sofa looks with the arms on. I also loved your joy at being able to put them on! The fact you enjoyed how annoyed some people got from the arms not being on cracked me up! I totally get it! It is your apartment. Do what you want.
Chelsea you did good today. It says a lot about you that you were able to admit defeat at your decorating ability and heed some guidance and good advice you received from your last video. You’ve made good decisions today. It is better to decide on the basics first. The wallpaper sets the tone for your color palette (and goes nice with your window shades). Now your color choice for the rug should complement with your accent wall. Your wall art should be the last item you choose and build over time…don’t try and get everything at once…you’ll get overwhelmed. Use the color swatches from the paint store to set up your mood board…and since you’re a beginner, stick to one section of the colors. Please don’t put pressure on yourself…one thing at a time. You will do fine. Your cats are so cute! All they need is love , food and a scratching post. Take care.
I feel like since you've gotten the kittens you have been so much more relaxed and generally happier, like every time they pop up I just see ur face brighten and I love it!!
just a suggestion to get throw rugs runner, and maybe a small rug for the foot of the instead of a big rug, especially with cats. They may claw your rugs and it’s easier to replace a small ones then a big one plus most of the rug is under your bed, which is kind of a waste.
Love the arms on the sofa so much better! You are doing an amazing job on your apartment. Remember one thing your apartment decor dose not need to be perfect it just needs to be you! Be yourself! ❤😊
Hi @ChelseaCallahan i know you probably dont need any more suggestions, but here are my 2 cents: you've got to get your office out of that middle room. You have to walk through that room to get anywhere in your appartement and it should be the easiest room to organize because you can never just shut the door to hide the mess. An office is a place of wook and for most people can get chaotic. I would make that mittle room your living dining area. Sofa in the corner facing the wall with tv in the corner and your small table with 2 chairs next to it. In the other room your office and storage for your washing machine and you can even make a station for hanging your laundry. And now you have natural light by your desk. I don't know if that mittle room is big enough but i would give it a try.
Hi! Thank you :) I’ve addressed a few times why I have the layout the way that I do, and I love it this way even though it might not make sense to other people ❤️
I have been a longtime fan of Alexandra Gater. They way she pulls thing together is incredible. That was a great haul from Trader Joes. We have one not to far from where I live, but the parking lot is so challenging it keeps me away. Cats on mattresses - is so fun. Love their attitude. Everything is a cat toy. I really liked the purple rug, but I can't wait to see what you choose next.
Great job getting your tasks done it’s always such a huge accomplishment when you look at your list and see all the things marked off. Also, don’t get a full-size rug just get a runner rug and a short rug at the end of the bed that are matching then you don’t have to lift the bed
Loooooove Alexandra Gater! She also has a book called Own Your Space, which walks you through making your rental what you want to be. Could be really helpful! ❤
Have to make a comment on the electric litter box. IMO, they are a HUGE waste of money. This is from the interwebs: "We don't recommend buying an automatic litter box because, generally, they're expensive, they're loud, their scoops can get gunky or clogged, some models take 30 minutes to 1 hour to scoop, the litter beds are tiny, and the sensors don't work for cats that weigh less than 5 pounds." You STILL have to clean them (and they are much harder to clean) - and what do you do if it breaks down? Simple box(es) with clumping litter is the easiest, most cost effective way to go. It is SO easy to simply scoop out the box(es) at least 2 x day - then fully wash them out occasionally. Just my two cents after having cats for 50+ years (yep, I'm old). ❤
Loving the moving and changing home environment. Your babies are growing so fast, they have really found a very loving home. It’s good to hear you reflect on how great your life is, you are privileged to live alone by choice and to be able to support yourself financially. It’s such a freedom. Keep on keeping it real Chelsea , you’re the best ❤❤❤
I love the progress! Maybe reconsidering how you're using the space could help you in your decor process too! I would turn one of the rooms into an office so you can have the main space as a dining/living room area free from your laptop and/or other appliances.. that would give your dining room a completely different vibe, especially since it connects with the kitchen - which I absolutely love. Lots of love from Ireland!😊😊
Glad the sofa arms worked out. I am terrible putting stuff together and I get so frustrated sometimes trying to do it. Rolling the rug in plastic was what I was going to suggest. The kitties are so much fun to watch. They are just living their best lives and you are such a wonderful, caring cat mom. Have been watching Alexandra Gater for years. She is such a talented decorator.
I love your never give up spirit. Sometimes you just have to walk away, re-group and try again. So proud of you and excited to see your mental health improving every video. And, of course, the babies stole the video. ❤
I also really recommend caroline winklers videos! She recently made one about how you can find your own design style and how to decorate different rooms with stuff you already have and it is mind-blowing! I feel like her approach is more attainable for beginners. Love me an alexandra gater makeover though!
agree agree agree Caroline is one of my favourite youtube creators
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Also YES it feels SO good checking things off the To Do List. Usually I keep bumping stuff to the next day or week…but the fact that I changed the litterboxes, did laundry AND my pedicure on my 2 days off felt like such a huge WIN. Also my sibling kitties are 6 yrs now and the lil guy acts like he is legit starving alllll dayyyy every time I stand up he cries for food. Honestly, I think it’s because when I’m gone at work I’m gone for so long that they have like food insecurity when I’m home so they want to eat like every two hours. And yes, they wake me up all night for food too. They’re so stinking cute I cant be made about it😻😻
I am glad you are watching Alexandra Gater - she really gives you ideas you can do yourself. Just swapping the light fixtures while you rent and putting the old ones back can be transformational and so uplifting. I love the way the wallpaper came out in your bedroom, too!
As someone who is never happy with their home design and I think buying things will just make me love it (even though 9 times out of 10 it doesn’t 🙃😂) one of my favorite things to do is to grab one of my fav special drinks and put on some music or con a friend into helping me decorate and I pick a room in my house that’s really bothering me to start moving furniture and decor around or taking things down from the walls and shelves to donate until I either have a new layout I’m happy with or I’m slightly happier with the same layout but with subtle changes. Saves me from impulse buying things and makes me work with what I have so I know what to buy if I feel like something is missing (: and a lot of times I end up happy with what I already got(: you’re doing great and I’m really proud of you (: designing is hard enough, so don’t be hard on yourself too (: it’s just an apartment, you can always change it (:
I love your relationship with the kitties. It makes me appreciate my cats more and makes me want to spend more time cuddling them. I really appreciate what you said about our bodies allowing us to live alone or live whatever life we choose. I'm 59 and sometimes complain about certain aspects of aging but the fact is, I did all my own yard work this weekend and I moved furniture around the weekend before that and I spend my week hugging kids and chasing (literally..."Ms. Lisa chase me!!!") around the playground. It's a very good life and I should thank my body more and probably should take it for a walk. I bought a little house just over a year ago. I am still figuring out what I like on the walls and how I want things to be arranged. If you're at all like me, looking online can be overwhelming. I've had to learn that liking something that someone did in their apartment or house doesn't mean that I will like it in my own space. I think you have a good handle on it because you said that you just want something that you like to look at. I think that's the secret! And if you haven't hit up any thrift stores or maybe some small art from local artists or etsy artists (you can buy sets of digital downloads that you print yourself CHEAP!), I think that may be a good place to start. I love your apartment and all you're doing. I'd like to go back to your age with as much wisdom as you have.
Love your shares about your exec asst experiences and what you learned… and how you can apply those learnings to your lady-bossness. Also, trial and error- highly underrated. High five getting that carpet wrapped and ready! You’re doing great! Thanks for all of your sweet and relatable content. 🙂
Love seeing your journey! As others have said, don't worry about how your apartment "looks" to others. Make it a place of comfort and security for you. Please be sure to share more of Delilah with us!
YESSS to couch arms finally being on. It definitely looks more "done" in my opinion. I think some people may have mentioned this on the last vid, but I would use those built-in wooden frames on the living room wall to center your framed art. It'll look more balanced that way :)
Little by little things will come together like the pieces of a puzzle. It's definitely inspiring seeing you put your place together. For some people it may take over a year or so to even feel complete with their decorations at their apartment/home. Ive been living in my place in Jackson Heights, Queens for about 7-8 years. I just started to redecorate my place a little this year and actually bought pieces of furniture and items I wanted and now my living room looks nicer. It was bittersweet saying goodbye to the old stuff but in the end, it was stuff I didnt truly love; they were just temporary or a placeholder lol. Took a break recently because I just got tested positive for COVID a few days ago but eventually will focus on my bathroom and maybe my room. There is no timeframe or deadline. Take your time & have patience. Be proud of what you've accomplished so far. Proud of you Chelsea. Also, watching apartment tour videos is what help me get some inspo... that's how I came across your channel a year ago
Hi Chelsea! Love watching Gordo and Del running around and being two cute fluffballs :D I feel the struggle with interior design, and I have found three youtubers that I personally feel are able to inspire me to find my own style and play with my creativity! Caroline Winkler, Page Wassel and Xo McCenna. They all have different styles but are super unique to them, they have great tips for decor and for color combinations too, in contrast to Alexandra Gater, who I feel is only using shades of pink, boho style and quite trendy interior (of course not bad, but I think it doesn´t help really with finding a style you´re satisfied with) Hope you can soon find the pieces that make you feel warm and happy
you're doing great. i also recommend Caroline Winkler as a resource for decorating. She's good plus very fumy & relatable. or use your fried Julia to give some suggestions if you like her style!
Love the direction you're taking. IMO, lamp on the other side of the couch in the darker corner, and future robo litter in the corner by the window unit. Kitties will love the arm rests. If they like them a little too much (like enough to damage them), some double sided tape and gentle redirection to the scratching post works. Mercury is going retrograde, so make decorating a chill 1 month process and save packaging and receipts.
Decorating is such a process! You're first person I've seen install that type of wallpaper solo, successfully, so you should be proud! It seems so intimidating!
Good job returning things!! It’s a good habit to build in your 30s. No more keeping things you don’t like and losing out on money back. 👏🏻
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Sorry I didnt reply earlier. It was actually a busy weekend at work. Its always nice hangin with you and the kitties. Yup my kitties inhaled everrrything when they were babies…but got picker and picker as they got older. Its their world & we’re just living in it😻😻
I’m 45 and while I don’t live alone (I have a 15 year old daughter), I feel a kinship to you. I also have an apartment, am not that great at decorating, and just want my space to feel comfy so thanks for showing that we don’t all have to have fabulously chic looking homes
This is all happily evidence of your growth. Girl, EVERYONE goes thru this whether they post it or not. Btw, your fur babies are adorable. ❤
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Sorry I didnt reply earlier. It was actually a busy weekend at work. Its always nice hangin with you and the kitties. Yup my kitties injaled everrrything when they were babies…but got picker and picker as they got older. Its their world & we’re just living in it😻😻
Happy Saturday Chelsea. I was at work and thought to myself wait did I miss her Friday video 😂! So happy I was off today to watch. As a 52 woman that does alot of walking because I don't have a car, I am very grateful to still be able to do that. I would tell younger people please take care of your body now because if you don't it will catch up with you.
Yes yes, wholeheartedly agree with you! I will be 46 and movement I learned is so damn important. I am at a desk 10-12 hours a day, and I now feel every joint and muscle just walking to my car some days 😭 trying to get into a better walking routine.
That's a very astute observation about health. I'm old and I don't have the energy level and stamina to do a bunch of errands at once, I'm glad you appreciate it. I don't think many younger people even think about it. Those kitties are soooo adorable. I love the way they're right into everything. Interior design is hard! Rugs especially. If you feel like a choice is forcing you to have to adapt all the other things to it it's probably not the right choice. So glad you were able to get a pick up for it!
So much, this. I was really moved by Chelsea's taking the time to talk about her acknowledgement and appreciation for her physical ability to do everyday things. As someone who was blindsided by losing my own capabilities way earlier than I'd ever imagined- I so, so, soooo loved that she took the time to voice this! What an amazing woman she is. Just when I thought I couldn't like her any more... 🥹🥰
I didn’t notice the sofa didn’t have arms😆. Alexandra Gater is awesome. I’ve actually purchased some of the clothing she wears. I love her style. Doing good Chelsea
I was so touched you talked about being aware your body is healthy and capable and that gives you options . I feel I didn’t or many people have that level of empathy . Now that I am limited I feel guilty at my lack of awareness or empathy . You are a kind person .
Definitely better with arm rests. I can relate to how difficult it is to place a rug underneath a bed as a single person. Right now the rug I have under my bed is crooked and I just do not want to mess with it. Love your two cats. Cats are so lovable --despite how annoying they can be.
I have a brain injury and can do so little! People often dismiss how disabled I am because my arms and legs work ok. But I can't work, travel, go to a restaurant and I struggle with daily symptoms. Just visiting a busy shop makes me crash for a day. Thanks for acknowledging your health privileges. imo, we don't need to be greatful for basic wellbeing every day, but it's nice to hear a (mostly) healthy person say this once in a while ❤❤❤
Here for this! I knew once Chelsea spoke her gratitude for her physical freedom, a lot of us would be feeling it, more so- than others! Sending you positivity and solidarity! 💖
Hey Chelsea, I recently found your channel and I really like your videos and you are so funny and I really like watching you living your life and I watched all your videos from the last year because it just makes me so happy to watch your videos and I just can’t get enough of you. Thank you Chelsea for just being you 🩷
I always love your channel. It's my favorite. You inspired me to go vacuum and mop my kitchen floor. I had covid and I just didn't have the strength to do it. but watching your video made me feel I had to do it. Thank you for that Chelsea
Hey chelsea ! Your videos are so realistic, I also have a cat which is 12 and seeing you taking care of your two cats and love them from the bottom of your heart melts my heart and makes me appreciate your content more and more 💛
Your apartment looks very homey, and there’s nothing wrong with that. A lot of people commenting bad and rude comments probably don’t even have great decor in their homes or apartments
Always good to see you! I am so happy you have 2 cats to help you around the house! They always want to be in the thick of things, and it is so cute. Another youtuber I like to watch is Caroline Winkler...she does some decorating videos, but she is also just so funny.
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Sorry I didnt reply earlier. It was actually a busy weekend at work. Its always nice hangin with you and the kitties. Yup my kitties injaled everrrything when they were babies…but got picker and picker as they got older. Its their world & we’re jist living in it😻😻
love the vlog, keep em coming! suggestion: I think adding a backboard frame to the bed would look really nice (a pop of color or neutral color maybe) and it will also fill the space on the wall without you having to worry about what would go on that wall. it will also tie in the bed, and make the pillows stand up nicely, etc. i know that regardless of how little or how much room I have in my room, if my bed is perfectly done well, everything else looks good. :)
you are the best I have two cats myself and I know how you feel don't let people get you down I love watching your videos don't worry about it keep on making videos 😊
I love the wallpaper in your bedroom. You should take your time decorating your spaces unless you have a clear idea of what you want them to look like and it doesn't have to all happen instantly. Be gentle with yourself and watch some home design videos :D until you find your way. Also, your cats are adorable!
The kitties are both so adorable. Gordo is such a mama's boy! Always by your side. What a sweet boy. Give them both lots of kisses from me and my ginger cat, Butterscotch. 😘😽
It's crazy all the things we take for granted. Past 10 days I have been very aware of the priviledge of being healthy and mobile, as my best friend had to have 2 emergency brain surgeries and after she fell into a coma for 9 days. She woke up today ❤ But has a long road ahead. We don't know yet if she knows how to talk or walk or anything yet 😢
It looks like you gravitate to the coral/peach color. You should go with that in rugs and pillows. You know what I mean? And I like the arms on the couch.😊
I might seem like I only comment when it's about the cats but I love helping out even if it's just tips. I'd say get your growing kittens into free eating through out the day just up until they're 1YO. So essentially, you'll do soft food in the morning, then let them free eat about 1/2 a cup of hard kitten food through out the day, until night time, where you'll give them soft food once more before bed - 3 meals a day. Kitten food is so high on protein and kittens grow so fast and burn so much energy during the day, free eating during the day is the best option for their growing bodies
thank you!! definitely been working with my vet on this... gordo is so far intolerant/allergic to every hard kitten food so free feeding isn't an option at the moment but we'll get there hopefully 😭
@@ChelseaCallahan I have two cats, too. One is a fatty and likes to gobble up anything. The other is a "grazer" and will just pick at it. The problem is that when Harry does want food --Callie has eaten it all up. I adore my cats.
I think the kittens are relaxing your brain so much, you finished that sofa. Good for you. I was sad when your blog ends, because I enjoy it so much. Till next time!😃
Hi Chelsea, You are doing great, your apartment is coming together nicely, just take your time. I usually look at magazines for inspiration. We all have frustrating days and DIY's! All the best Ann
To send rug back you could cut up a couple garbage bags cover it the best you can and use duct tape as long as it's covered in the addresses on their clear it'll be fine. Love you Chelsea❤
OMG the kittens are growing so fast! When I saw the first shot of Gordo in this video, I was like 😦 because he looks so much bigger than I’m the last video! 🥹 Delilah grew a lot too 🙂 They are just too cute. Delilah in her little makeshift hammock 😍🥰 I do love the sofa with the arms 👍🏼 Alexandra Gater is great!! I do look forward to the Saturdays when she posts a new video. Nick Lewis is also very good. Different than Alexandra but he gives very good advice. Straight forward, to the point, and hilarious. Caroline Winkler, also very good 👍🏼 Your apartment is coming along very nicely. As long as you love how it looks and feels, that’s all that matters
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Hi!!! Instead of editing the other night, I decided to build a very very very tall cat tree... so the video's a day late 😂but the cat tree is awesome I can't wait for you to see it 🤣Have a great weekend 💘
You did the right thing!! Cats ALWAYS come first before people!! Well “us” people! Most of us love cats and we know you’ll post when you’re ready! 😻😻
I usually listen to your videos Friday while I’m at work I was like what the heck 😂 as a 3 cat owner kitties come first though I back it 100%
Yay can’t wait ❤❤
Kitties come first ! They are so happy ! They know they are lovvved !!
You should have your home how you want, that makes you feel happy. You're living in it, not them 😊
Loved how easy it was to add the arm rests, such a great reminder that sometimes you just need to step away from a project for a moment instead of continuing to try and frustrate yourself.
Absolutely!!!!!
@@ChelseaCallahan I have the same couch and still can't figure out how to assemble it! It's been 2 years with a missing couch arm 😅 If you have any more tips on how you made this happen- couldn't fully tell from the video what you did - would love to hear your wisdom lol
@@cuzeke !! The only thing I could think of was maybe there’s a specific arm for a specific side of the couch and I was trying them on the wrong side before? I’m still so confused how I got it to work! If you have someone to help push the arms so the slats align that might be easiest!
I think your kittens are helping you to approach things in a more relaxed way, and that is why the arms on the couch suddenly were easier to set up. Good job! Remember to be gentle on yourself - yes, it will be good for you to decorate your apartment, but eat the elephant one bite at a time. Focus on completing just one room. Totally. Then decide on the next one. It has taken me nearly 4 years to completely unpack and organize my studio materials and tools.....and I still have decorating to complete. What is the rush? Just enjoy the journey and the process, like a wise person once said: patience - in time, the grass becomes milk!
I appreciate your comments about what a healthy body allows you to do. Such a great reminder to be grateful. Carolyn Winkler and Kristin McGowan both have really great decorating channels too. They both give lots of doable tips and Carolyn is hilarious. Congrats on the couch arms. I understand that feeling of accomplishment!
Your sofa has arms! Woot woot! 😁🤣
Hi Chelsea, the decorating is going great. I love the arms on the sofa -- it's so much better. Take your time and don't stress decorating. Only buy stuff you love. I would skip the carpet in the bedroom though, especially with the cats. If you want carpet under foot when you wake, then just get a runner -- like 2 or 3 feet wide with the right length, then you can clean easily under the bed. I love watching your videos though, thanks for sharing 🙂
That is a great idea on the runner. I have two cats and I was wondering how she was going to take that rug back. Trust me, cats can destroy that in a second.
Will definitely consider this!
I second this… we had an area rug under the bed with our cat, it would get so gross. She was puky and would get sick under there sometimes and with a bed over it, it would be so hard to clean.
Lol I just commented this about the carpet before I saw this. Sorry to repeat but yes, THIS!
It's lovely that you are aware of the great gift of a working body❤ I have been bedridden since I turned 17. I can't even sit up in bed by myself. I hate being a burden to my also disabled mother. She is dying of Alzheimers and apart from being heartbroken, I am also exceptionally afraid of what will happen to me after she is gone. I have no one but her and no money.
It is extremely frustrating not to be able to take care of yourself. I was always a very independent and hands on person before I became a cripple. Now I just try to make as little work as possible. At least I can still help my mother with things like bills and ordering online, setting up the Internet etc. everything I can do lying down.
But I still feel so useless!
Alexander Gater is a must watch! She would say to take your time…first start off with a Pinterest mood board. That will get you to understand what you actually like, and you’ll start to see patterns of your personal style. Then slowly start to incorporate that style by buying or thrifting pieces that match your style bc you absolutely love it. Most importantly…Have Fun! Love your channel!❤
I just love the constant interaction that the cats are bringing! They are “all up in your grill” which is fabulous! 😻😻
I’d definitely recommend a more down to Earth channel for decor inspiration, my pick would be Caroline Winkler! I do like Alexandra but she has a whole team working with her, I don’t see how that would work for a more dyi approach ❤
@@hellomarjory love Caroline 💛💛
Chelsea You are the captain of your ship, do what makes you happy and don't worry about pleasing other people! You are the person living there, find things that make you happy and hang them or put them where you want. Trust yourself!
I know designing can be a lot but I remember your videos when your now bedroom was literally FULL of boxes. How far you’ve come! I think it makes total sense to have the small room as your bedroom and the big room as your living room. I’m a bedroom-is-for-sleeping kind of person so having extra living/hangout space with great light makes perfect sense to me.
I love how cozy the sofa looks with the arms on. I also loved your joy at being able to put them on! The fact you enjoyed how annoyed some people got from the arms not being on cracked me up! I totally get it! It is your apartment. Do what you want.
the way you blew Delilah off the mattress 😂 and the music during the TJ's haul. so good!
That part made me laugh a lot!
the couch was BOTHERING ME SO MUCH i'm SO happy the arms are up it looks so much better and so much cosier an clean and cute i absolutely love it !
Chelsea you did good today. It says a lot about you that you were able to admit defeat at your decorating ability and heed some guidance and good advice you received from your last video. You’ve made good decisions today. It is better to decide on the basics first. The wallpaper sets the tone for your color palette (and goes nice with your window shades).
Now your color choice for the rug should complement with your accent wall. Your wall art should be the last item you choose and build over time…don’t try and get everything at once…you’ll get overwhelmed.
Use the color swatches from the paint store to set up your mood board…and since you’re a beginner, stick to one section of the colors. Please don’t put pressure on yourself…one thing at a time. You will do fine. Your cats are so cute! All they need is love , food and a scratching post. Take care.
I feel like since you've gotten the kittens you have been so much more relaxed and generally happier, like every time they pop up I just see ur face brighten and I love it!!
The wallpaper in your bedroom is a total design win! ❤️❤️
Thank you!!!!!!!
And I'm pretty sure Alexandra Gater has used it in one of her videos!
Hell yeah it is! And the couch arms are on!!
Love seeing your fur babies helping you with that bed! 😆 They do make great task helpers!
just a suggestion to get throw rugs runner, and maybe a small rug for the foot of the instead of a big rug, especially with cats. They may claw your rugs and it’s easier to replace a small ones then a big one plus most of the rug is under your bed, which is kind of a waste.
@@EastCoastPlusForty great suggestions, I was thinking the same:)
Love the arms on the sofa so much better! You are doing an amazing job on your apartment. Remember one thing your apartment decor dose not need to be perfect it just needs to be you! Be yourself! ❤😊
And the best way to is to just let it grow, it doesn't need to be done all at the samen time!
I AM BEYOND PROUD ABOUT THE ARMS!!!! yaaaay
Hi @ChelseaCallahan i know you probably dont need any more suggestions, but here are my 2 cents: you've got to get your office out of that middle room. You have to walk through that room to get anywhere in your appartement and it should be the easiest room to organize because you can never just shut the door to hide the mess. An office is a place of wook and for most people can get chaotic. I would make that mittle room your living dining area. Sofa in the corner facing the wall with tv in the corner and your small table with 2 chairs next to it. In the other room your office and storage for your washing machine and you can even make a station for hanging your laundry. And now you have natural light by your desk. I don't know if that mittle room is big enough but i would give it a try.
Hi! Thank you :) I’ve addressed a few times why I have the layout the way that I do, and I love it this way even though it might not make sense to other people ❤️
Love the furry helpers!
I have been a longtime fan of Alexandra Gater. They way she pulls thing together is incredible. That was a great haul from Trader Joes. We have one not to far from where I live, but the parking lot is so challenging it keeps me away. Cats on mattresses - is so fun. Love their attitude. Everything is a cat toy. I really liked the purple rug, but I can't wait to see what you choose next.
Kittens having the time of their lives
Your cats are so adorable. Always "helping". LOL
Great job getting your tasks done it’s always such a huge accomplishment when you look at your list and see all the things marked off.
Also, don’t get a full-size rug just get a runner rug and a short rug at the end of the bed that are matching then you don’t have to lift the bed
Loooooove Alexandra Gater! She also has a book called Own Your Space, which walks you through making your rental what you want to be. Could be really helpful! ❤
Oh and it’s a coffee table book so it has a ton of great visuals and can be a decor item too hehe
Have to make a comment on the electric litter box. IMO, they are a HUGE waste of money. This is from the interwebs: "We don't recommend buying an automatic litter box because, generally, they're expensive, they're loud, their scoops can get gunky or clogged, some models take 30 minutes to 1 hour to scoop, the litter beds are tiny, and the sensors don't work for cats that weigh less than 5 pounds." You STILL have to clean them (and they are much harder to clean) - and what do you do if it breaks down? Simple box(es) with clumping litter is the easiest, most cost effective way to go. It is SO easy to simply scoop out the box(es) at least 2 x day - then fully wash them out occasionally. Just my two cents after having cats for 50+ years (yep, I'm old). ❤
Loving the moving and changing home environment. Your babies are growing so fast, they have really found a very loving home. It’s good to hear you reflect on how great your life is, you are privileged to live alone by choice and to be able to support yourself financially. It’s such a freedom. Keep on keeping it real Chelsea , you’re the best ❤❤❤
I love the progress! Maybe reconsidering how you're using the space could help you in your decor process too!
I would turn one of the rooms into an office so you can have the main space as a dining/living room area free from your laptop and/or other appliances.. that would give your dining room a completely different vibe, especially since it connects with the kitchen - which I absolutely love. Lots of love from Ireland!😊😊
Glad the sofa arms worked out. I am terrible putting stuff together and I get so frustrated sometimes trying to do it. Rolling the rug in plastic was what I was going to suggest. The kitties are so much fun to watch. They are just living their best lives and you are such a wonderful, caring cat mom. Have been watching Alexandra Gater for years. She is such a talented decorator.
I love your never give up spirit. Sometimes you just have to walk away, re-group and try again. So proud of you and excited to see your mental health improving every video. And, of course, the babies stole the video. ❤
I also really recommend caroline winklers videos! She recently made one about how you can find your own design style and how to decorate different rooms with stuff you already have and it is mind-blowing! I feel like her approach is more attainable for beginners. Love me an alexandra gater makeover though!
agree agree agree Caroline is one of my favourite youtube creators
Also YES it feels SO good checking things off the To Do List. Usually I keep bumping stuff to the next day or week…but the fact that I changed the litterboxes, did laundry AND my pedicure on my 2 days off felt like such a huge WIN. Also my sibling kitties are 6 yrs now and the lil guy acts like he is legit starving alllll dayyyy every time I stand up he cries for food. Honestly, I think it’s because when I’m gone at work I’m gone for so long that they have like food insecurity when I’m home so they want to eat like every two hours. And yes, they wake me up all night for food too. They’re so stinking cute I cant be made about it😻😻
So glad this errand day went more smoothly! The couch arms look cozy.
Oooh, your apartment is looking CUTE. A little white paint and some handles would tie those kitchen cabinets in perfectly!
I want to do this SO badly!!! my super isn't too keen on me painting the cabinets sadly
I am glad you are watching Alexandra Gater - she really gives you ideas you can do yourself. Just swapping the light fixtures while you rent and putting the old ones back can be transformational and so uplifting. I love the way the wallpaper came out in your bedroom, too!
Thank you for showing the world that it’s ok not to finish everything on a task list and just be at peace with yourself. :)
I also highly recommend Nick Lewis! Especially his last video which is about what to do if you feel like your space is boring/lifeless/lacking warmth.
As someone who is never happy with their home design and I think buying things will just make me love it (even though 9 times out of 10 it doesn’t 🙃😂) one of my favorite things to do is to grab one of my fav special drinks and put on some music or con a friend into helping me decorate and I pick a room in my house that’s really bothering me to start moving furniture and decor around or taking things down from the walls and shelves to donate until I either have a new layout I’m happy with or I’m slightly happier with the same layout but with subtle changes. Saves me from impulse buying things and makes me work with what I have so I know what to buy if I feel like something is missing (: and a lot of times I end up happy with what I already got(: you’re doing great and I’m really proud of you (: designing is hard enough, so don’t be hard on yourself too (: it’s just an apartment, you can always change it (:
I love your relationship with the kitties. It makes me appreciate my cats more and makes me want to spend more time cuddling them. I really appreciate what you said about our bodies allowing us to live alone or live whatever life we choose. I'm 59 and sometimes complain about certain aspects of aging but the fact is, I did all my own yard work this weekend and I moved furniture around the weekend before that and I spend my week hugging kids and chasing (literally..."Ms. Lisa chase me!!!") around the playground. It's a very good life and I should thank my body more and probably should take it for a walk. I bought a little house just over a year ago. I am still figuring out what I like on the walls and how I want things to be arranged. If you're at all like me, looking online can be overwhelming. I've had to learn that liking something that someone did in their apartment or house doesn't mean that I will like it in my own space. I think you have a good handle on it because you said that you just want something that you like to look at. I think that's the secret! And if you haven't hit up any thrift stores or maybe some small art from local artists or etsy artists (you can buy sets of digital downloads that you print yourself CHEAP!), I think that may be a good place to start. I love your apartment and all you're doing. I'd like to go back to your age with as much wisdom as you have.
Love your shares about your exec asst experiences and what you learned… and how you can apply those learnings to your lady-bossness. Also, trial and error- highly underrated. High five getting that carpet wrapped and ready! You’re doing great! Thanks for all of your sweet and relatable content. 🙂
I appreciate the very real look at your apt decorating. I’ve lived in my home for 5 years now and feel like it’s *just* now almost finished :)
White board= vision board stick that by your desk in your bedroom ,etc 🤩
It would be perfect by the desk!
Love seeing your journey! As others have said, don't worry about how your apartment "looks" to others. Make it a place of comfort and security for you.
Please be sure to share more of Delilah with us!
Yes, please show us more of Delilah! I am so glad you gave two kittens that can keep each other cat company. They do love their humans nonetheless.
YESSS to couch arms finally being on. It definitely looks more "done" in my opinion.
I think some people may have mentioned this on the last vid, but I would use those built-in wooden frames on the living room wall to center your framed art. It'll look more balanced that way :)
Little by little things will come together like the pieces of a puzzle. It's definitely inspiring seeing you put your place together. For some people it may take over a year or so to even feel complete with their decorations at their apartment/home. Ive been living in my place in Jackson Heights, Queens for about 7-8 years. I just started to redecorate my place a little this year and actually bought pieces of furniture and items I wanted and now my living room looks nicer. It was bittersweet saying goodbye to the old stuff but in the end, it was stuff I didnt truly love; they were just temporary or a placeholder lol. Took a break recently because I just got tested positive for COVID a few days ago but eventually will focus on my bathroom and maybe my room. There is no timeframe or deadline. Take your time & have patience. Be proud of what you've accomplished so far. Proud of you Chelsea. Also, watching apartment tour videos is what help me get some inspo... that's how I came across your channel a year ago
You just motivated me to do my dishes now versus later! Thanks! ❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉
Omg the babies are growing so fast 🥰
Chelsea, you are on a roll! I so enjoy watching your videos and seeing how far you've come. Gordo is living up to his name!😂😂😂
gordo is growing up so fast!! cutest lil man
Alexander Gater is great we can all dream of a stylish home. However your videos show the every person daily struggles and successes. 💕
GIRL….you and me drooling over Alexandra Gator designs. I feel ya.
Hi Chelsea! Love watching Gordo and Del running around and being two cute fluffballs :D
I feel the struggle with interior design, and I have found three youtubers that I personally feel are able to inspire me to find my own style and play with my creativity!
Caroline Winkler, Page Wassel and Xo McCenna. They all have different styles but are super unique to them, they have great tips for decor and for color combinations too, in contrast to Alexandra Gater, who I feel is only using shades of pink, boho style and quite trendy interior (of course not bad, but I think it doesn´t help really with finding a style you´re satisfied with)
Hope you can soon find the pieces that make you feel warm and happy
you're doing great. i also recommend Caroline Winkler as a resource for decorating. She's good plus very fumy & relatable. or use your fried Julia to give some suggestions if you like her style!
That little pony tail is really!!! Cute Chelsea
Love the direction you're taking. IMO, lamp on the other side of the couch in the darker corner, and future robo litter in the corner by the window unit. Kitties will love the arm rests. If they like them a little too much (like enough to damage them), some double sided tape and gentle redirection to the scratching post works. Mercury is going retrograde, so make decorating a chill 1 month process and save packaging and receipts.
Decorating is such a process! You're first person I've seen install that type of wallpaper solo, successfully, so you should be proud! It seems so intimidating!
Gordo and Del are such cute helpers!
Good job returning things!! It’s a good habit to build in your 30s. No more keeping things you don’t like and losing out on money back. 👏🏻
Sorry I didnt reply earlier. It was actually a busy weekend at work.
Its always nice hangin with you and the kitties. Yup my kitties inhaled everrrything when they were babies…but got picker and picker as they got older. Its their world & we’re just living in it😻😻
I’m 45 and while I don’t live alone (I have a 15 year old daughter), I feel a kinship to you. I also have an apartment, am not that great at decorating, and just want my space to feel comfy so thanks for showing that we don’t all have to have fabulously chic looking homes
The way I cheered when you attached the armrests! 🥳🥳🥳🥳
I did too! I clapped both times!
Gordo and Del are so darn cute and inquisitive. You’re a good kitty mama. You got a lot accomplished too. ❤
I was watching Tisha the other day and she had painted her black shoe case like a like a purple color such a great vibe
This is all happily evidence of your growth. Girl, EVERYONE goes thru this whether they post it or not. Btw, your fur babies are adorable. ❤
Sorry I didnt reply earlier. It was actually a busy weekend at work.
Its always nice hangin with you and the kitties. Yup my kitties injaled everrrything when they were babies…but got picker and picker as they got older. Its their world & we’re just living in it😻😻
Happy Saturday Chelsea. I was at work and thought to myself wait did I miss her Friday video 😂! So happy I was off today to watch. As a 52 woman that does alot of walking because I don't have a car, I am very grateful to still be able to do that. I would tell younger people please take care of your body now because if you don't it will catch up with you.
Yes yes, wholeheartedly agree with you! I will be 46 and movement I learned is so damn important. I am at a desk 10-12 hours a day, and I now feel every joint and muscle just walking to my car some days 😭 trying to get into a better walking routine.
That's a very astute observation about health. I'm old and I don't have the energy level and stamina to do a bunch of errands at once, I'm glad you appreciate it. I don't think many younger people even think about it. Those kitties are soooo adorable. I love the way they're right into everything. Interior design is hard! Rugs especially. If you feel like a choice is forcing you to have to adapt all the other things to it it's probably not the right choice. So glad you were able to get a pick up for it!
So much, this. I was really moved by Chelsea's taking the time to talk about her acknowledgement and appreciation for her physical ability to do everyday things. As someone who was blindsided by losing my own capabilities way earlier than I'd ever imagined- I so, so, soooo loved that she took the time to voice this! What an amazing woman she is. Just when I thought I couldn't like her any more... 🥹🥰
@@megmulholland4518 awe much love to you Meg and Donna ❤
Your apartment videos motivate me to go after my dreams❤
I didn’t notice the sofa didn’t have arms😆. Alexandra Gater is awesome. I’ve actually purchased some of the clothing she wears. I love her style. Doing good Chelsea
Doing great. Design is so hard, just keep trying. Congrats on being an awesome cat momma. Have a great weekend.
Hey Chelsea, we are melting here in Houston. Hope you and the kitties stay cool. Thank for sharing with us❤
I was so touched you talked about being aware your body is healthy and capable and that gives you options . I feel I didn’t or many people have that level of empathy . Now that I am limited I feel guilty at my lack of awareness or empathy . You are a kind person .
Definitely better with arm rests. I can relate to how difficult it is to place a rug underneath a bed as a single person. Right now the rug I have under my bed is crooked and I just do not want to mess with it. Love your two cats. Cats are so lovable --despite how annoying they can be.
I have a brain injury and can do so little! People often dismiss how disabled I am because my arms and legs work ok. But I can't work, travel, go to a restaurant and I struggle with daily symptoms. Just visiting a busy shop makes me crash for a day. Thanks for acknowledging your health privileges. imo, we don't need to be greatful for basic wellbeing every day, but it's nice to hear a (mostly) healthy person say this once in a while ❤❤❤
Here for this! I knew once Chelsea spoke her gratitude for her physical freedom, a lot of us would be feeling it, more so- than others! Sending you positivity and solidarity! 💖
Trader Joe Hauls are my fave!! 🙌 🛒
Hey Chelsea, I recently found your channel and I really like your videos and you are so funny and I really like watching you living your life and I watched all your videos from the last year because it just makes me so happy to watch your videos and I just can’t get enough of you. Thank you Chelsea for just being you 🩷
Hi! Thank you so much for being here!!
I always love your channel. It's my favorite. You inspired me to go vacuum and mop my kitchen floor. I had covid and I just didn't have the strength to do it. but watching your video made me feel I had to do it. Thank you for that Chelsea
Love Alexandra's channel! She always has good ideas. I also recommend XO Macenna and Lone Fox. They've got some great tips as well.
Hey chelsea ! Your videos are so realistic, I also have a cat which is 12 and seeing you taking care of your two cats and love them from the bottom of your heart melts my heart and makes me appreciate your content more and more 💛
Your apartment looks very homey, and there’s nothing wrong with that. A lot of people commenting bad and rude comments probably don’t even have great decor in their homes or apartments
Always good to see you! I am so happy you have 2 cats to help you around the house! They always want to be in the thick of things, and it is so cute. Another youtuber I like to watch is Caroline Winkler...she does some decorating videos, but she is also just so funny.
Sorry I didnt reply earlier. It was actually a busy weekend at work.
Its always nice hangin with you and the kitties. Yup my kitties injaled everrrything when they were babies…but got picker and picker as they got older. Its their world & we’re jist living in it😻😻
love the vlog, keep em coming! suggestion: I think adding a backboard frame to the bed would look really nice (a pop of color or neutral color maybe) and it will also fill the space on the wall without you having to worry about what would go on that wall. it will also tie in the bed, and make the pillows stand up nicely, etc. i know that regardless of how little or how much room I have in my room, if my bed is perfectly done well, everything else looks good. :)
you are the best I have two cats myself and I know how you feel don't let people get you down I love watching your videos don't worry about it keep on making videos 😊
I love the wallpaper in your bedroom. You should take your time decorating your spaces unless you have a clear idea of what you want them to look like and it doesn't have to all happen instantly. Be gentle with yourself and watch some home design videos :D until you find your way. Also, your cats are adorable!
That was a heap of groceries to carry that far! Having a marathon body definitely helps!
The kitties are both so adorable. Gordo is such a mama's boy! Always by your side. What a sweet boy. Give them both lots of kisses from me and my ginger cat, Butterscotch. 😘😽
It's crazy all the things we take for granted. Past 10 days I have been very aware of the priviledge of being healthy and mobile, as my best friend had to have 2 emergency brain surgeries and after she fell into a coma for 9 days. She woke up today ❤ But has a long road ahead. We don't know yet if she knows how to talk or walk or anything yet 😢
I am so sorry to hear about your best friend :( so so scary, but that's amazing news she woke up ❤️ sending all my good vibes your way
It looks like you gravitate to the coral/peach color. You should go with that in rugs and pillows. You know what I mean?
And I like the arms on the couch.😊
I might seem like I only comment when it's about the cats but I love helping out even if it's just tips. I'd say get your growing kittens into free eating through out the day just up until they're 1YO. So essentially, you'll do soft food in the morning, then let them free eat about 1/2 a cup of hard kitten food through out the day, until night time, where you'll give them soft food once more before bed - 3 meals a day. Kitten food is so high on protein and kittens grow so fast and burn so much energy during the day, free eating during the day is the best option for their growing bodies
thank you!! definitely been working with my vet on this... gordo is so far intolerant/allergic to every hard kitten food so free feeding isn't an option at the moment but we'll get there hopefully 😭
@@ChelseaCallahan I have two cats, too. One is a fatty and likes to gobble up anything. The other is a "grazer" and will just pick at it. The problem is that when Harry does want food --Callie has eaten it all up. I adore my cats.
Our cats love those springs! And climbing on an upturned mattress is always a highlight! 😂
I think the kittens are relaxing your brain so much, you finished that sofa. Good for you. I was sad when your blog ends, because I enjoy it so much. Till next time!😃
I love the wall paper! Thanks for sharing the journey!
Hi Chelsea,
You are doing great, your apartment is coming together nicely, just take your time.
I usually look at magazines for inspiration.
We all have frustrating days and DIY's!
All the best Ann
To send rug back you could cut up a couple garbage bags cover it the best you can and use duct tape as long as it's covered in the addresses on their clear it'll be fine. Love you Chelsea❤
OMG the kittens are growing so fast! When I saw the first shot of Gordo in this video, I was like 😦 because he looks so much bigger than I’m the last video! 🥹 Delilah grew a lot too 🙂 They are just too cute. Delilah in her little makeshift hammock 😍🥰 I do love the sofa with the arms 👍🏼 Alexandra Gater is great!! I do look forward to the Saturdays when she posts a new video. Nick Lewis is also very good. Different than Alexandra but he gives very good advice. Straight forward, to the point, and hilarious. Caroline Winkler, also very good 👍🏼 Your apartment is coming along very nicely. As long as you love how it looks and feels, that’s all that matters