A table runner on the bed is genius! Another tip, if you can’t find a desk you like, consider getting a dining room table instead. It’s sturdier, and there’s a better variety of sizes.

@KivaBrent

4 ай бұрын

This is suchhhhh a great hack!

@mshmslv

3 ай бұрын

In my native language, there is only one word for desk/table. You could add an adjective to describe what purpose it surves, but people rarely do it because most furniture was multipurpose by default. As a little kid, I really struggled to understand how to differentiate between tables and desks, and to this day, all of my desks have been from the table section of Ikea 😂 Another example is cup and mug. It serves the same purpose, drinking hot liquids from, and while cup used to refer to a smaller size, the meaning evolved and these days a cup of coffee could easily be over 500 ml (16 oz) - think Starbucks 😂

@patsysadowski1546

3 ай бұрын

Console tables can be great too. I find they are often cheaper.

@ingridqz5697

3 ай бұрын

Starbucks use workers as slaves🫤🥴 When i learned about this, I stopped going there. Starbucks abuses workers in Central America.

@LoubinaA

3 ай бұрын

Thats exactly what I did with an extendable Ikea table 😁

Having a basket of Ikea slippers, in both sizes, in the entry way allows people to take off their outdoor shoes and boots when they come over. Inexpensive but fancy. With winter snow/slush/rain/mud it's an easy way to encourage leaving the shoes at the door. Not everyone comes over with their 'going out slippers' or wants to walk around in their socks.

@janereinhardt4715

4 ай бұрын

My nephew had a basket of Ikea flip flops near the dance floor at his wedding!

@angelabluebird609

3 ай бұрын

Very nice touch of hospitality! Learned this decades ago from a friend who is from Hawaii. Keeps homes far cleaner!

@Hmy8799

3 ай бұрын

Omg you.are.GENIUS!!! I ordered cloth shoe covers from Amazon that are hilariously hideous😂 _but_ washable…?! I’m allergic to literally everything they tested for except for some tree that doesn’t grow in my state haha….ANNND indoor air is generally far more polluted than outdoor air which perturbs me, lolz…one of my brothers/sisters-in-law actually got me a skinny doormat that tells peeps to take their shoes off! But now I’m going to ball out with idea slippers woohoo! Again, you’re brilliant! Thanks for sharing🥰

@chellybabyme

3 ай бұрын

And I don't want them to walk around my house in their socks.

@yunichoe4879

3 ай бұрын

That’s what Koreans do, have family and guest slippers in the entryway. We immediately take off our shoes as soon as we walk in the house. I also love IKEA’s wall mount shoes storages for that reason

My sewing room is mainly IKEA. i have to drive an hour to go to an IKEA. Totally worth it.

@renelynn5205

Ай бұрын

So now that I watched your podcast, I'm going to Ikea and look for a couple items you brought to my attention, Thank you for sharing....❤

Thanks for this! I needed some curtain sheers to decorate for my daughter's wedding. I need 8. I was looking at some that are $30 for two. Because of your video, I immediately ran over to Ikea and got what I needed for a much better price. Thanks!

Your hands are so beautiful - nails are on point (pun intended)- skin is perfection.💅🏽

@KivaBrent

3 ай бұрын

Wow thank you so much!!

@loverlyme

2 ай бұрын

I thought the same when I saw her feet demonstrating the slippers! Am I weird? Haha...

Appreciate the demos. They show functionality and versatility for unfamiliar products you're introducing. Excellent content and well presented!

Great content and you have a great delivery style - quick, clear and very professional 🙌

@KivaBrent

3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! :)

Hi Kiva! One of the best videos on IKEA products. Not only showing the items but showing how you use them and in different ways. I love IKEA but it can be overwhelming sometimes, as you say, so watching your video gives me great ideas and what to look for on my next visit to the store. I'll tune in to your videos often. Thank you so much! 👏👏👏😃

Ohhhhhhh wow, a table runner for the end of the bed. I love it ❤, great idea.

@KivaBrent

4 ай бұрын

Thank you! 😊 I always try to come up with novel ways to use affordable items!

Love the faux fur throw rugs as chair covers!

Bravo! With the exception of the rugs and curtains, I NEVER would have thought to look for these items at IKEA. Thanks!

Vegetable brush ➡ makeup brush mat! So smart, and a great price! (Right now I use dish gloves bc I refuse to buy some giant pink mat!) I also appreciate your recommendation on the towels - bath and hair! Added to my shopping list, Kiva, thank you as always ✨

@gwirgalon3758

3 ай бұрын

also would double to brush the cat! no, really!

Great tips! I used the curtain wire as a photo rail when I lived in England; worked great!

@gailsmith2314

3 ай бұрын

Yes,It is great to hang pics of the grandkids as they age. It is nice to see a “hard copy”.

I searched IKEA on Google because I'm going for the first time in 5 years tomorrow, told Hubs I needed 2 things, big deal, next thing I know your video pops up on my feed (hmmmmm) and now I'm wondering how I'm going to ditch him and take son and a pickup truck for the additional mountain of items. IOW, LOVE your channel and all the hints, did not realize I NEEDED all this stuff!!! Naturally I subscribed and will be binging for the next 18 hours. :)

Those slippers look great to carry with me when going to someone else’s house and taking my shoes off at the door.

@Listen2me400

4 ай бұрын

And for traveling.

@virginiawilkinson5038

2 күн бұрын

Driving...comfy

I literally ended up purchasing most of the items and looking forward to picking them up when ready😅. Thanks for sharing! I’m excited to try out using table runner hack as bed foot sheet decor cover ❤😊

@lynettareese9885

4 ай бұрын

Love that!

I love their sponges too.

Really enjoyed this video, mostly because you got the point on each item and didn’t drone on about its features. Lastly, you spoke in a tone that was pleasant to listen to.

The milk frother is a definite 5 ⭐️. I’ve been using it a lot lately to get that creamy latte foam without having to buy an expensive coffee maker with a steamed milk frother. Same exact results with a tiny fraction of the price.

@KivaBrent

4 ай бұрын

Yes, exactly!!

@piotr433

2 ай бұрын

A french press (IKEA's Upphetta is perfect as well) makes even better latte foam. An undocumented feature )))

@kimhaas7586

2 ай бұрын

@@piotr433 Ooo! I have one of those. Is there some trick I don’t know about?

@piotr433

2 ай бұрын

@@kimhaas7586It's a very simple trick: you pour heated milk in the french press and make a few decisive strokes with the piston (you may want to fine tune this technique adjusting the number and length of strokes). By the way, there is a Bialetti milk frother that uses the same principle, but costs several times more. I saw milk frothers test somewhere on KZread ant it turned out that the quality of microfoam made this way was the second best after some posh hi-tec frother for many $$$. The cheap battery powered device with a spring was among the worst.

Ikea scrub sponges are fantastic. They last a long time, have a soft and more harsh sides and best of all, they’re not a garish color

We have been using the waffle towels for a few months now. They are much fluffier after the first wash and they are super absorbent! They also look luxurious! Highly recommend!

So glad you came into my feed, wow… I love your channel. Thanks for sharing.

@KivaBrent

4 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you so much! I’m happy to have you here!

Thank you again for sharing your beautiful decorating and design thoughts to us. I truly appreciate this video and all of the great ideas you have in it.

Very helpful Kiva! I’m so glad you are getting more value out of your bed base. Get better soon.

Thank you for all you do! I loved the table runner hack and the cleaner pad for makeup brushes. Those are now on my IKEA list. 👍🏼

I love your videos, please keep making them! For sponges I tried a silicone sponge and it didn’t get mildew or smell and worked really well 🧽!

Great finds!!! I agree - the table runner for the bed is genius!

Kiva, I'd love a video all about tips to achieve certain styles when the space is working against you! For example, I live in a semi-basement with very few windows but I love the japandi style. All the inspo I'm finding features huge windows (what a dream!) and I'm struggling to make my space work 😭

That organizer looks super helpful.

I love that you speak so fast. MORE info in half the time. Thanks for your ideas ftom Chilliwack BC Canada. YOU are fasinating

I love the tile in your shower! Stunning ❤

Your content is so unique and inspiring! Thank you for all that you do 🥰

Once again another great video with useful and affordable ideas .

@KivaBrent

4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!!!

Thanks! All of these items are great and you present them very nicely ❤

I'm so happy I found you on KZread! Would you be willing to do a closet DIY with Ikea items? Our closets are the generic house builder aesthetic, and I desperately want a change but have no idea how to upgrade them myself. Your design knowledge would be valuable for this project. Thank you for your amazing content. ❤

@KivaBrent

3 ай бұрын

Hi! Welcome! As in how to functionally organize your closet using IKEA items or how to use IKEA closet systems to get the designer look for less?

@tiffanibarner1128

3 ай бұрын

@KivaBrent Hi! The designer's look for less would be fantastic. Both would, actually, but if I had to choose, I would go for the designer look for less 😁

So many great finds! I wish I had an Ikea close to me because I'd run out to get a few of those today! ❤

I also love Ikea products. I had not seen 5 of the items you just showed us in this video. I truly need to go to Ikea again, take my time, slowly walk through the rooms, and try to stay informed of the staff they are selling. Thank you.

I've been wondering about several of these products. Thank you for this review.

Thank you! Love all the items you showed us!

Thank you for sharing this!

Just subscribed! What great ideas..now I need to go back and watch your other videos. Thanks so much!

These are some cool pieces. Thanks for sharing

I've had the curtain wire for over five years and absolutely love it!! I have sheers on it and have only had to re-tighten it once as the wire became just a bit loose. Great buy!!!!

Thank you! Very helpful. And I saw the Alexander McQueen exhibit 2x with my young daughter. Changed us.

Love your marble in the kitchen and gold bathroom hardware ❤

@KivaBrent

3 ай бұрын

Thank you!! 😊

this was great!! Thank you for all the tips!

I have to travel and hour and a half to the nearest Ikea so this was great to watch knowing I'll find some awesome products.

Thank you. Loved the Keychain phone stand.

I love Fridays!! Thanks Kiva!!

@KivaBrent

4 ай бұрын

Have an amazing weekend! :)

You always bring Joy !😁

Thanks. I was heading to ikea to buy a bookshelf. I’m def gonna pick up a table runner

Table runner is such a fantastic idea! I’ve never heard or thought of that❤❤

@lilypudd

3 ай бұрын

You can use them on the back of a sofa too. Lay them long ways. Protects from hair products getting in the sofa fabric.

Love the amber bottle. Olive oil bottles rarely fit in my kitchen drawer. This looks like a nice size. 🌹

@FurnitureFan

2 ай бұрын

It's beautiful, I'm going to IKEA soon & I'm so glad I didn't miss out on these well made accessories. Subscribed!

❤Wow! I literally have most of these and totally agree with the other items as well, that they are worth getting!

Those slippers are amazing!

Nice, nice vid full of practical life hacks. Adopting a couple! TY

Thank you for wearing a mask.

This was a great video! Thanks for sharing!

@KivaBrent

4 ай бұрын

So happy you enjoyed it!

I need you to be one over and just redo my whole home - thank you! 😂😂 omg I just found you and I’m happy I did! Setting up my ikea trip now- whew so glad College Park is around the corner!

1st time here, love the info, delivery, & practicality, SUBSCRIBED! 👍😎

Thank you! Great suggestions.

@KivaBrent

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!!

You missed the BEST cell phone holder, the one you picked up at @13:21. It's just a block of bamboo with grooves cut in it so you can either put your phone or iPad on a table or - best or all - hold it in your hand. It's super light and flat so I just carry it in my purse and it fits in computer cases or in a bag with flat items such as papers. People who see me use it are always asking me where I got it, so I sometimes carry an extra one so I can give it away. It's that cheap! The one caveat is that it doesn't work with really thick phone cases.

Love the paint color on your bathroom wall!

I love so many of your ideas and hacks! Time to go to IKEA! Thank you. ☺️

I always enjoy watching your channel.😊

@KivaBrent

3 ай бұрын

Thank you!!!

Thank you for these tips! I love your content and have been watching for a long time but just realized i wasnt subscribed!🤦🏾‍♀️ I fixed that tho! Im actually going to ikea this weekend to pick up a few of these things. ❤️💛💚

Hey Kiva hope you are doing good.Take care and get well soon :)

@KivaBrent

4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I’m feeling much better today :)

Awesome information. Always interesting! Had to subscribe!!!

@KivaBrent

3 ай бұрын

Welcome 🤗. I’m happy to have you here!

Absolutely beautiful bathroom! Thank you for the great video.

Thank you for masking!

Excellent video! 😊 First time subscriber I really hope the slippers have great grip! I’m going to check them out and I’ll let you know I like their curtains a lot! You’ve inspired me to get there and do some shopping TFS 😊

Thank you for all your info ❤

Love this! Thank you!

@KivaBrent

3 ай бұрын

So glad!

Thank you!! I see a trip to Ikea in the near future!!

I've just discovered you. You are a treasure. Great product highlights. Several of them are now on my list for my next Ikea trip. I've been looking for simple slippers for warmer weather and here you are. I was hesitant to purchase the battery operated frother. Your review has put it to the top of my list. Looking forward to seeing more of you.

Excellent video and i loved your suggestions.

The milk frother is also great to stir salad dressings and many other oil based sauces.

I love the tile in your bathroom.

@KivaBrent

4 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

Heading to Ikea this weekend! Thanks for the tips. Pretty much going to grab everything you mentioned. BTW, do you know if they have a stand or a bowl/plate to put the frother in or on?

Love your bathroom!❤ Tips are awesome too😊

Thank you for this!!!

These are awesome.. I love you and IKEA! Thank you.

Thanks for this review! @KivaBrent, I find that I watch to see your nails/nail color - have you made a video about your skin and personal care products. I would love to know if you are going to a technician or if you are using press on because the colors and look are great.

@KivaBrent

4 ай бұрын

I haven’t made a video like that but I can!! I do get my nails done about once a month :)

Thank you i will be placing an order tofay to upgrade my coffee set up and tje phone stand subscribed tofay x

Wow, great finds! Just found your channel today. Subscribed! 😀 P.S. Your marble shower is AMAZING!!!

@KivaBrent

3 ай бұрын

Welcome!!! Thank you so much :)

Yours is one of my fave channels on KZread!! Every video is great!! 👏👏🙌😍

@KivaBrent

3 ай бұрын

Wow thank you so much!! 💕

Great ideas, and shopping advice, thank you 👍😉

Oooooo the brush cleaner could be used for craft/artist paint brushes too.

Great video. Thanks so much! I'm addicted to Ikea lol

Great stuff. Thanks

Loved all the recommendations. I'm a new follower👋🏼👋🏼

@KivaBrent

3 ай бұрын

Welcome!! Thanks so much :)

I bought #80 of those key chain, cell phone holders and gave them out to everyone for Xmas. They were loved. When I go back I'm getting more because people still ask were I got it from. I use mine everyday, several times a day.

I bought those wood phone stands as stocking stuffers for Christmas for everyone in my family.

Great ideas! Thank you so much.

@KivaBrent

Ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

Your home is stunning

@KivaBrent

3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

Absolute best IKEA video ever. I love all of these

The best shoe organizer is the tall Billy bookcase: I fit over 50 pairs of shoes in there, woman size 9-10. If you get it with doors, it hides nicely the mess and is the most cost effective, visually pleasing shoe cabinet you can find!

@juliecaron7569

Ай бұрын

oh, and you can adjust the shelves for short and high boots. Love it!

Have you done a video on IKEA nursery finds? I would love to hear your favorites! We recently put my son’s nursery together using quite a few IKEA products and I’m always on the hunt for ways to make it more functional and aesthetically pleasing!

Subbed! Love these ideas!

@KivaBrent

3 ай бұрын

Welcome!! Thank you so much :)

Great ideas thanks!

@KivaBrent

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!!