Setting up your first apartment can be a mix of pure delight and stressful disaster. What do you need? Where do you get it? Over the past year we tried to help you get your space in tip top shape, whether it's your first apartment or your fiftieth, by pointing your toward the best products and resources. Hey, we don't call ourselves Apartment Therapy for nothin'!

• 10 Temporary Ways to Dress Up a Rental Like You Own It
• SmartDeco: Temporary Recyclable Furniture
• 8 Affordable Essentials for a First Bathroom
• Inexpensive Alternatives to Mini Blinds
• 10 Items Under $20 That Will Make Your Home More Organized & Your Life Easier
• 10 Affordable Essentials for Your First Living Room
• Closet Supplies for Small Apartments
• Adding Architectural Interest: Removable Wall Panels
• Best Dish Racks & Drainers 2012
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I definitely, definitely do want to be here in my cit-aay, but urban living has its challenges: a lack of space and privacy, an abundance of noise and dirt, and a high price of admission. But, oh, the wonders to behold! Let's explore the ways we fit into our cityscapes in 2012… More

Fussing with a jumble of keys at your front door is so old fashioned. A new generation of locks lets you use your fingerprint, keypad and even your smart phone to access your home — some even allow you to lock and unlock your doors remotely. Check out a few keyless lock options after the jump… More

Moving may be the most stressful thing one can do, so naturally I've picked the craziest time of year to do it. Genius. To help keep my sanity, I've been relying heavily on my master to-do list. I broke it down week-by-week for the final month before my move in order to not only accomplish it all, but do it within the time frame that makes sense. Wanna see my list? More

Table setting decor might change throughout the seasons and with the holidays, but one sure constant is your salt and pepper set. Whether you prefer a classic shaker, like to grind it out, or keep it on display in a cellar, these simple and classic salt and pepper sets are sure to spice up any table. More

And now for a post-holiday dose of most-unwelcome reality: plans are afoot in San Francisco to create a few hundred micro-apartments, for residents who want to live alone but can't afford the average studio price of $2,075/month. Remember when I said the alleged average of $1,905/month for a 2-bedroom in San Francisco sounded crazy low? Try $1,500/month for a 0-bedroom... More

Setting up a wedding registry can be an exciting, yet overwhelming task. With so many options available, it's often difficult to determine which products will work well and last. This assortment of well-made, stainless steel kitchen tools, is a great starting point for those looking to set up their kitchen with items that will stand the test of time. More

Floral patterns are one of the original motifs in decorating with versions found in nearly every time period. They bring a bit of the natural world indoors and are a simple way to introduce the color palette of your choice. From vivid primary colors, to muted tones, to soft shades like blush, the possibilities are endless and never look out of place. Check below the jump for a few modern floral picks. More

Owning a home is not for the faint of heart. It seems simple enough — how bad could it be, right? — but then something goes wrong, and there's no landlord to come save the day. I've been a homeowner for a little over 8 years now, and I'm still learning. More

In his 2010 book Role Models, John Waters dedicates one chapter to each of his personal role models. For one chapter, he breaks away from that format to address his art collection instead. More