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First home must haves
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Crystal Violet
Wether you're moving into your first apartment or into your dream house, here are some essentials you might've missed in all yhe excitement!
Sections
6
Bedroom
Bathroom
Kitchen
Living/Dining room
Outdoor
Misc.
Bedroom
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Alarm Clocks / Clocks: Home & Kitchen
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Shop Amazon.com | Hangers
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Laundry Basket
Bathroom
I like to have at least two sets for interchanging while washing one!
Bathroom Rugs and Bath Mats
So small it's easy to forget about
Toothbrush Holder
I've been surprised how many places I've moved into that didn't have shower curtains, some didn't even have shower curtain rods!
Shower Curtains - Target
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Creative Toilet Brush with Holder & Long Handle
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Plungers - The Home Depot
Kitchen
This is one of the many things I forgot because I just didn't think about it until I moved out on my own!
Amazon Best Sellers: Best Flatware Organizers
Makes doing the dishes so much easier!
Amazon Best Sellers: Best Dish Racks
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Broom and Dustpan Combo Set
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Fridge Magnets
This type of calender changed my life!!
Magnetic Dry Erase Fridge Calendar
Ideally you should aim to have one in each room!
Fire Extinguishers - The Home Depot
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Amazon Best Sellers: Best Pizza Cutters
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Can Opener
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Bottle Openers: Home & Kitchen
Living/Dining room
A matching sets of placemats does so much to tie the dining space together!
Placemats - Target
I used to roll my eyes but now I'm definitely a coaster adult
Coasters
Useful and aesthetic all in one
Bookends
You should also have at least 2 of these depending on the size of your home, occasionally more or less
Carbon Monoxide Detectors - The Home Depot
Outdoor
First impression for guests!
Doormats - Target
Spare keys for emergencys
Key Hiding Devices
Even a low end security system can go a long way!
Amazon.com: Home Security Systems
Another thing I didn't think about until I needed one!
Garden Hoses - The Home Depot
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Rakes - The Home Depot
Misc.
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Extension Cords - The Home Depot
Great way to keep track of the things we tend to toss to the side and lose track of
Mail And Key Holder
These are so important for keeping important or sensitive items safe
Fireproof Safes in Safes & Lockboxes - Walmart.com
