Happy Sunday everyone! Another day of apartment updates!! The reveal of the living room might be my favorite reveal so far 🥹 Viewer shoutouts resume tomorrow when vlogmas returns 💘 Thanks for coming back for another day, and for all your lovely comments yesterday. Much love xx

@jaymieadriano1676

6 ай бұрын

PRESEEEENT!!!!❤

@jaymieadriano1676

6 ай бұрын

Hi chelsea!!! Im always looking forward to your vlogs❤ i looooove how it so genuine.

@Nurse4life1995

6 ай бұрын

Luv the new sofa!!! Looks comfy cozy Enjoy it to the fullest ❤❤

@IOUZIP

6 ай бұрын

I really enjoy your videos a lot. It's so refreshing to see someone so genuine and caring about others. This is the first time I have commented, but I can speak for everyone here when I say you have come a long way, and seeing you this happy makes us all happy. You have created a very positive community, and thanks for all the hard work you put into every single video. Keep being you!!!!

@Hamsterlion85D

6 ай бұрын

Hey gurl. Will you be vlogging your holiday travel vacation with us? 🎄 🤶 🎅

This channel is refreshing from the pretend perfect aesthetic posts that most influencers tend to portray....this is real life!!! The sofa looks soooooo comfy!!

@Gabrielle499

6 ай бұрын

💯!!!👍

@stephb3321

6 ай бұрын

Totally agree. Can’t relate to a place that looks like living in a museum. 🤦🏻‍♀️

@rak7293

6 ай бұрын

So much this. This is why this is the only vlogger I follow because it’s realistic. I can relate so much.

@sharacrosby4747

6 ай бұрын

Agree! ❤

@katierapp993

6 ай бұрын

I agree. Please don’t ever change ❤

The sofa is great !! I would suggest moving against the wall and away from the windows. Mount the tv on the wall opposite from the couch. Place the lamp in the corner where the tree was. Also pull the rug all the way out so you walk onto it when walking. Into the room. Maybe if you move the couch the tree can go in front of the window where Anne appeared (this way you see it from the other room and first thing walking in). I wish I lived up there just to come and help you do all the things. You are doing great, stay with it, YOU GOT THIS!!!!

Congrats on the sofa! You might consider moving the couch against the larger wall and place the ottoman on the side closest to the window - otherwise, your back will be to the windows and the light will cast reflections on the television when you mount it. Just a suggestion. You do you. Rooting you on! The place is really coming together. (You can do it!)

@caitieellen

6 ай бұрын

yes totally agree with this!! also it is a better chi energy, safety with the wall behind you and not an open window!

@marykaren7542

6 ай бұрын

I was thinking about the same thing with light from the window reflecting on the TV.....

@RubyChopsticks

6 ай бұрын

Came here say this too. That way her tree can stay in the same corner. Theres enough room for the TV where it was before on the ground just mounted and the couch against the larger wall across from it so it’s not blocking the window and AC unit

@klouisedraws

6 ай бұрын

Agree

@florys1210

6 ай бұрын

I was thinking the same way and in this way you will fit the desk also

Small tip for the cushions, instead of using Velcro you can use rug grippers to help keep them in place! Cheaper alternative and you can cut it to fit the cushions underneath. :) I can’t wait to see the rest of your apartment together. Just like you accomplished the marathon, imagine how it’s going to feel when your place comes together. The journey to get there isn’t always fun but think back to all of the things you’ve been through in life. You’re capable of so much and it’s all going to work out. 😊 I need to tell myself that as someone else who struggles with anxiety. 🙃 Thanks for posting! 🎉❤

@ChelseaCallahan

6 ай бұрын

you're the best rachael, thank you 🙏🏻 that rug gripper tip is great also

As one single female to another, I know how tough it can sometimes feel to do all your DIY and furniture build solo. I love living alone but, at times, I'd be grappling with some tough heavy duty task or similar and just break down. For real. Tears and everything. Crying is cathartic, we sometimes need a good cry! Especially in these dark winter months! Well done for doing all that yourself Chelsea. You did super good. It looks really cosy and warm now. Lovely little space to hibernate and chill. I'm sitting here on my sofa in the UK this evening, with a little fold up table I have for meals and laptop time. Whilst you have your desk. It might be an idea to also have a little fold up table you can store down the side of the sofa, so you have a bit more choice on where you edit and work? Stay safe and I hope you get a good nights sleep if its been evading you a bit this week. Sending good vibes to you from across the pond :) xx

As a 30-something-year-old woman who has lived alone for the majority of my adult life, I have to say that your videos are so relatable and help me feel seen. Trying to do something that usually requires multiple people on your own is so challenging, but the sense of accomplishment when you do it is unmatched! Thank you for being brave enough to be vulnerable and open on here. It takes a lot of courage to put your life out here in this way, but because of your authentic content, I feel less alone. Thank you :)

@ChelseaCallahan

6 ай бұрын

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I am rooting for you in your new apartment. It is actually good to live in the space before committing to furniture placement, design decisions etc. Go Chelsea!

The sofa looks good! Maybe have it in the middle of that back wall with the windows? You should keep the tree and try and flatten the back so it doesn’t stick out in the room so much

I was reminded today that a regulated nervous system doesn’t mean we don’t experience stress or overwhelm but that we can respond well when those things happen and regulate ourselves. We saw you do that in real time in this video. Sometimes we all just need a cry or a stare at the wall or a nap. 😩🥰 I think that corner with your couch & the lamp look so cozy. I’m glad it’s comfy & you’ll have many more restful moments there in your home. ❤

@iajes9650

6 ай бұрын

I needed that reminder too, thank you 💕

@ChelseaCallahan

6 ай бұрын

💓💓💓

From a 50 year old mom and her 10 year old daughter, we really enjoy the "realness" of your videos! Mini breakdowns now and then keep us healthy. You're doing great! 😊

My eyes just popped out of my head when you said that the guy said "you can take her". 🤯 Chelsea! It's the final step to make your house a home!! Maybe? It feels meant to be! Team Get The Kitten!! 💯👏😻

@ChelseaCallahan

6 ай бұрын

hahhaha 👀 I want to so bad but have to pay off this couch first 🤣

@jsmith5509

6 ай бұрын

@@ChelseaCallahan , take Diamond and get large bags of litter and food from Chewy at good prices!

@megmulholland4518

6 ай бұрын

​@@ChelseaCallahanOkay, well... go with the flow on it, you never know❣️ Hey, maybe you can show her to us anyway, lol- next time you see her. She sounds adorable!

@kellyjaneisthename

6 ай бұрын

I agree, the cat distribution system is trying to work its magic. I also want this for you (and think it would be good for you 😊), but you have to be emotionally and mentally ready for a bb. So, if your gut said no, then stick to it. You can find good food and litter (and toy) prices, though, if that’s your only hold up! 😺

@JessStaysHome

6 ай бұрын

Team adopt the cat! What more signs could you ask for? Her name is diamond, just like your childhood cat! It's meant to be ❤

Shout out to your friend Julie. Every textile and colour that she picked out has been beautiful and really suits the apartment

I wanted to comment first before anyone else said it- you have such an INSANE progress! As a person, as a creative AND as a woman surviving in a world that does NOT tolerate any faults or mistakes. I have to say that I am really proud of you, and I am giving a tight virtual hug. You GO GIRL! xxx

@ChelseaCallahan

6 ай бұрын

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@redroselove373

6 ай бұрын

But she has a disdain for Jewish people

@PurpleHaze929

6 ай бұрын

Hi Chelsea, You are doing a fantastic job getting the apartment organized.. I admire your tenacity. The sofa & lamp look very cozy. Will keep watching. God bless. Debbie 😘

@kellyandthehorses2877

6 ай бұрын

Well said! I second all you said too. :)

If you KEEP ONE BOX AS IS (i.e. not broken down), you can break the other boxes down and put into ghe first box and carry down to recycling.

Hi Chelsea, I've never commented before, but I've been watching you for ages. Over a year now. I just wanted to tell you that I usually get bored / annoyed with vlogmas vlogs after a while, but I've really been looking forward to your updates. It's fun watching all the things you are doing. It might seem normal to you, but you are doing EVERYTHING on your own. Well done, you! And it's ok to get overwhelmed as well. It happens to the best of us! BTW get the kitten. It's strange, but during yesterday's vlog I was thinking, the next thing Chelsea needs is a pet!! So YES! YES! YES! Team Diamond!!

One step at a time. You are transforming your home. It is looking great. I ‘ve been in my house for 7+ years and I am still moving furniture. Do not fret; you are making memories, learning skills and creating. It is coming together but right now you are too close to see the beauty. Step back, regroup, get the kitty and tackle it again. You have got this!

Maybe you could put the desk in the room where the tree is now? That room would make a cute and cozy study with bookshelves! 😊 I also like the tree in there, you can see it upon entering your apartment.

You possess admirable tenacity plus understanding what your emotions and body require - crying, humor, and a nap are examples in this video. Keep up the progress in establishing a cozy nest always realizing after living there for while all furniture and decor is in constant flux. The final touches are surrounding decor that you collect over time and have a bit of your history backstory. Your blogs are a breath of fresh air 🌹

@ChelseaCallahan

6 ай бұрын

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Chelsea, I appreciate the authenticity of the struggle in setting up a home. It was so relatable about fear of gathering large items and laying down roots along with personal pressures to do it on our own without help. I'm rooting for you ❤

Tips: If you can remove that door to the new living room(and store it somewhere) it would make the apartment look more spacious.

@Photohog4

6 ай бұрын

Great idea. I’ve done that in my current apt. The door swung where my desk/computer had to go so I took it off the hinges and stored it. Just be sure to keep the screws stored too. 😊

@ChelseaCallahan

6 ай бұрын

This is an interesting idea!! One of the reasons the couch is in this room is so I can close the door to my loud neighbors haha

@drshazetta

6 ай бұрын

I hadn’t thought about removing the door, but putting the couch on that same wall.. the wall the door actually opens onto would also open the room up quite a bit.

@Lovinled

6 ай бұрын

@@ChelseaCallahanit’s also nice for guests to have a room for privacy. But it would be a good flow.

@Photohog4

6 ай бұрын

@@ChelseaCallahan Gotcha. Priorities. 👍🏾

I love the couch! I usually don't offer my opinion but in this case I think the couch would look much better up against the wall instead of blocking the windows. I'm not a big fan of blocking windows plus when the AC is on it's going to blow right on you. Just the thought.

I can’t imagine not wanting to get too settled in a house. I’ve lived in my house for 18 years now! Having a cozy home is incredibly important to me. I live in a country that has a special word for it, “gezellig”. It can come from how things are decorated, but also good times spent with friends and family. For me cozy is different from my upstairs to my downstairs. My upstairs is light and airy, pastel-ish cozy. And my downstairs feels cozy because my couch is huge and chocolate brown, I’ve enjoyed numerous cozy naps with my cats throughout the years. And I was about to comment that I think your cushion is hiding underneath the ottoman, it looked a bit like it at some point.

*screams* I’m so excited!! 🤌🏽🤌🏽 Instant reaction: I love the color! Second thought: yes, take those boxes to recycling bins immediately girl! Loll ... a good cry and a good nap are sometimes exactly what we need. 🥰 LOVING the lamp and the ‘living room vibes". What if you just take one section off of the Christmas tree (at least for this year)? It will make it smaller and easier to manage. Or if you’re still in your return window, return it and get a small, decorative tabletop potted style tree. Target and other stores have them on sale right now. Anyways, you’re doing great Chels!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽

I just got the same couch (dif color) and I had the same issues putting it together. The company makes it look SO simple. I hurt my hand doing this, also used my feet, and also cried and said “WHY CANT ANYTHING EVER BE SIMPLE?” You are not alone. The couch is amazing (also my first big girl couch), but was so frustrating to put together. It’s also bigger than it seems and takes up more space than my brain had imagined, even though I measured. It will feel good when everything is as you want it. For now, PAT ON THE BACK for all the things! 😊🙃💪🏻😤👍🏻

@ChelseaCallahan

6 ай бұрын

omgggg i'm sorry you went through the same thing!! How did you get the arms of the couch on?? I still can't connect them lol. Thanks for the support ❤

@kellyjaneisthename

6 ай бұрын

⁠@@ChelseaCallahan I’ve tried to reply twice now but it keeps disappearing? Anyway, thanks…it’s okay-we survived! I actually used the Albany Park assembly video (I will link it here, but maybe that’s why my comments keep disappearing?). They make it look way too simple, but it’s somewhat helpful. I’m trying to remember the trauma from that day, but I think I had to flip each half of the couch on its back so that I could push the arms down hard enough for the brackets to align? Although, I think that’s also where I hurt my hand, so be careful if you try! I know at some point I literally had to stand on an arm or back piece to get it to slide into the bracket all the way. 😅 Good luck, and I hope you’re enjoying the cozy couch vibes by now or very soon!

@kellyjaneisthename

6 ай бұрын

@@ChelseaCallahan kzread.info/dash/bejne/npaDz8V8gpappqQ.htmlsi=MRlLDVdwBU_OIM4y

You're doing amazing Chelsea don't rush just take your time putting your space together. It can be very overwhelming just take it day by day. It's already coming together so nicely! Enjoy the process can't wait for the next update

For me, coziness is all in the lighting. Need to have really calm, soothing light bulbs and a scattering a different light sources. Glad you got the lamp!

Chelsea, I don't know how to clearly express how much empathy I have for your grind this fall. I'm going through the same, "nothing can be easy" struggle this month and you're doing a great job dealing with the frustration and overwhelm. Moving and setting up a new home is such a difficult and disruptive thing to do. You're doing fantastic! I'm so invested in seeing how it all comes together for you.

Love the couch ! The apartment is really coming together ❤ I think the couch should go on the other wall though to open up the space more

I would not put the couch in front of the windows. Maybe the wall to the left of it. But great progress!!

Hey Chelsea! The color of your sofa really warms and cozys up the apartment.... and I am all about that hanging lamp! It all makes the room look like a place that's begging to be lived in.

Love the couch!❤ Here are a couple of suggestions... buy a skinny Christmas tree, I got one this year, and it's a game changer for small spaces. Also, why not put your desk in the dining room? It will help separate your work space from your relaxation space. Good luck and keep up the good work! You're doing great!

Chelsea! First, I need you to know how much you are inspiring me to clean up and refresh my own space. Thank you! Second, the overwhelm is real, omg. This is a very good example of what it’s like to set up a new home by yourself in NYC! Exhausting, frustrating, and freakin’ hard sometimes to make it work. But look at you goooo!! It’s all gorgeous and cozy and stylish and homey and wonderful!! 🙌🙌🙌 Big hugs from a former New Yorker who’s been there. You’ve got this! One cozy corner at a time. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

The couch is wonderful, it’s modern and cosy and just right for you, and it goes really well with the rug, such a great choice. Just do things at your own pace, setting up a new place is challenging when you do it on your own. The lamp gives the right vibe as you head into winter especially, such a soft glow. You’re doing so well, thanks for being so trusting in showing us the raw emotion. ❤❤

@ChelseaCallahan

6 ай бұрын

When that piece of the box broke that the lamp was in, I would’ve cried. Instantly. Your life is so relatable to mines. Thanks for sharing, for being vulnerable.

So I moved into my new house last month. You have no idea how much it helps me to see you taking your time getting stuff together. I beat myself up for not being done and these progress videos help so much! Thank you Chelsea

@ChelseaCallahan

6 ай бұрын

congrats on your move!

Look at you being a boss! Putting together the couch immediately AND getting rid of those boxes!!! It's coming together. So happy for you.

You’re doing great with your new place! It’s smart to live in a space for even a little while, to understand how you’ll actually use it (like your coffee station in the kitchen)! Also going room by room is . I totally get attachments to furniture bc they speak to moments in our lives, right? We still talk about “bluey” 7+ yrs after leaving her behind in a move. The new living space is gonna be awesome! If I may suggest, maybe the desk goes into the room without windows? It is super nice to have natural light when working from home, but for video editing maybe lean into the cozy, darker space? Bookshelf, music, video stuff.

Cozy for me is knowing that my apartment is my safe place! Take Diamond if you're serious about it! If not she's probably going to end up pregnant with multiple litters of homeless kittens! Bodega owners TYPICALLY DO NOT get any vet care for the store cat because they're primarily used as a mouser! The kitchen looks good! Check out New York KZreadr Rachelle New York. She has a 2 part video series on redoing her rental kitchen. Lots of inspiration !

@thoughts3897

6 ай бұрын

You have to get vet care if you take in pets though --but, yes, always good for those pesky mice that always seem to travel in threes. :) I, too, think she should go back for Diamond. It is a sign if her childhood kitty was named that. Good, however, to wait until AFTER the couch is put together. (As the mama of two kitties)

Seeing u cry from being overwhelmed in a odd way gave me comfort I’ve been stressing and feeling overwhelmed from work, figuring out insurance, my tooth and what not and yeah sometimes things are overwhelming and you just need a good cry

I hope this doesn't come off bad in ANY way, I just want to say I love how real you are. If you are doing something at home you are just in comfy chill clothes like most of us are while watching this and sometimes your just washed hair. IDK, I like it BC it makes me feel like I'm hanging with a friend. If I was helping a friend with a project like this we would look like that. So your videos feel real to me. So many influencers are made up and it's like, yeah no, I KNOW you dont look like that ALL the time.

Big ole pat on the back Chelsea! As a fellow Virgo I know how hard it can be to live in the chaos of a work-in-progress and I really admire you for putting it all out there on the internet! If the ginormous Xmas tree is not serving you, I fully support taking it down and rehoming. Gaining back some physical space in your apartment might also give you back some mental space. 💗 P.S. I really love the mix of textures you’re building in the living room! It’s shaping up to be a very earthy, warm and cozy place.

what makes the space the coziest is definetly good mood lighting and personal touches like photowalls or shelves with books or collections.

Hi Chelsea, your place will look amazing when it’s done you have good taste. first off, I love that green colour in your kitchen….I wonder if you should try making the main room the living room and the room you are using as a living room now as an office. Since you’re alone there instead of getting a dining set ..why not just get tv tables for around the couch when people visit, and just use one when no one else is there..love your videos

Chelsea, you have done a fantastic job!! Who knew a cushion would be hidden in the back of an ottoman? I would have been calling saying "my order is short!" Lolll You should be so proud of yourself. You have done an amazing job. Your apartment, your space is coming along beautifully. Definitely joining every one of your subscribers pattin you on the back 👏🏻❤🤗

I'm sorry it's been such an overwhelming experience, you're very resilient!! You always overcome the challenges. So wholesome and I'm so proud of you for creating your cosy homey space ❤

@322-Dota2

6 ай бұрын

what challenges?

I think you should put the tv on the wall by the door on the left, swing the couch around to the wall you had it on but move it into the middle and put your desk by the window. Add a couple of side table next to the couch and it will look really nice.

You did awesome, Chelsea. No one ever mentions how overwhelming it can be to decide on furniture placement and building. Glad you kept it raw and real.

I'm all about having the colors that make you happy to look at, warm lighting, cozy blankets, an electric fireplace if you don't have a real one and plants. Love the couch, everything is coming together so nice. The random tree floofing had me rolling 😂 Nothing wrong with hiring a task rabbit if you need to❤

Chelsea before you mount the TV I have an a idea for how to lay out your living room. I specialize in functional design incorporating elements of feng shui. I know you know your space better than I do, these are just suggestions all for the benefit you you living in your dream space ✨ For orientation purposes, I’ll map it out as if you’re standing in the doorway of your living room looking at the windows. I would suggest putting your couch on the far left wall, nestled in the corner closest to the kitchen. Next to the couch on the left wall next to the window, place your bookshelf and lamp if it will fit, to create a cozy book nook corner. In between the windows, place your desk. This will help avoid glare from the windows on your screen, give you a burst of vitamin D as you work, and give you a lovely view of Anne Hathaway! ❤ on the right wall, next to the window this is your “money corner” a perfect place to pop your tree, out of the way but still in view from other rooms as you walk around your apartment. On the right wall, mount your TV. It’s slim so you can still walk past it well, watch TV from your desk as you work, and will eliminate glare having it on a wall not across from the windows. Keep the orientation of your rug how it is, but pull it into the room as much as you can. I drew out the layout but alas I cannot include a picture in the comments :/ and this is all an assumption that it will fit in the space as I did not draw it to scale without your measurements (but if you wanted to send them to me I would love to draw it out to scale 👀) In your kitchen, I would put your dishes above the sink, as you won’t access them as often as you would your food items as you’re cooking and it may make them easier to put away with your new dish rack where it is. Or maybe can you turn your dish rack sideways and put it on the right side of the sink? Would it fit there? With your pantry above the coffee pot, you can have a dedicated tea and hot coco shelf AND I would even keep your mugs above the coffee pot. Yes they wouldn’t be with your other dishes but whatever who cares it’s about functionality. Love the use of the spices in the island. I would put things you don’t access as often in the most bottom drawer. I hope this gives you an idea about how to be as cozy and functional as possible. You deserve it after months of chaos and I am so excited for peace to come your way soon!

I cannot even count the amount of furniture pieces I have put together by myself (instructions always have "two people required" which is tough when you are single and fiercely independent) and has absolute meltdowns, crying sessions, or sometimes completely focassia'ed it up. I currently have my WFH desk with the hole for all the cables at the front of the desk. Which does not work. And I just cover it with my keyboard and attempt to forget it. And also cannot "hide" any cables because I put the top on wrong 🤦🏼‍♀️ But I also look around my apartment, at ALL the furniture I have put together, warts and all, and even all the furniture I have since thrown out or recycled, and I AM SO PROUD OF MYSELF. You should be too. YOU, alone, are doing this. How INCREDIBLE! You got this - and when you don't, your "virtual family" have got you! x

Hahaha thanks for the effort to pouf your tree! 😂 On a side note: I’ve been finding your videos are comforting and are hilariously authentic. I can relate to the struggle of moving to a new place and making big changes in one’s life. I can’t wait until you can sit back and just enjoy the energy of your space with all the effort you put into it. I’m rooting for you!

I think we’re very quick to diminish our own accomplishments because we’re the ones doing it. However when other people look at what you do they’re amazed. You did this whole thing by yourself and that’s no small task! Give yourself a pat on the shoulder girl!!!

Big suggestion!! 🔴 put bedroom back where it was, easier to make bed, and possibly put washer in there. With clothes rack. 🔵put Dining room in small room !!!! 🟢put living room in main public room. I’m a professional organizer and I love space planning.

Hi Chelsea. The couch looks so comfortable and cozy. I'm looking for a new couch next year so I might look for something like this. I do have a piece of advice. As a person who has stumped my toes enough in my apartment, maybe get some comfortable bedroom slipers for just the house. It has helped me alot😅!

Congrats on the new couch! Something that makes me feel at home is art on every wall, and rugs.

The couch looks great in the space. I understand how overwhelming it can be to make a place feel like home, but you're making each space so lovely and cozy!

Home is definitely a feeling. It's when you're at peace. That doesn't mean everything's perfect, but that you're most yourself in this particular place.

You can put a serving tray on the ottoman - perfect for your cup of coffee or tea and a snack. The little sides of tray protect the fabric from spills.

@scrappytracy5557

6 ай бұрын

This! So cozy!

@ChelseaCallahan

6 ай бұрын

great idea!

Yayy I am so excited for you. Watching you get your apartment ready gradually is the best thing to watch as I unwind for the day.

MY FAV part of the day. I look forward to these each morning. I’m on the west coast and it’s my daily ritual to watch these while I have breakfast ❤

What makes a place feel like home for me: the colours on the wall, a rug, pretty curtains (!!), and some personal decor that makes me so happy to look at. I think those are the most important, as well as all your stuff having its own place, makes you feel like you’re home instead of on vacation with a restless feeling EDIT: ohhh and plants!! For sure, they make a space feel alive

Just a reminder that you are doing a GREAT job! None of this stuff is easy and melt downs are totally okay. I think furniture holds our emotions and knows all of our secrets, so it's no wonder you get attached to pieces. Your apartment is looking beautiful! PS. a cat would be super cozy🥰 Sending love from Upper Manhattan.

As a much older single woman who has her own tool box - you can do these things. And you are! The apartment is really coming together and you did it. X

I love the couch and lamp. I was so glad you found the cushion and you aren’t stupid. Being single can be hard. It can get really frustrating at times. It’s also hard to ask for help. I love how your apartment is coming together. Have a great week!

it is understandable that you can feel overwhelmed about making your own place alone, especially when you are assembling so big pieces of furniture, I would probably doing it a couple days on my own... and take the kitten! aaaa 💘

The couch cushion meltdown and moving it twice is SO RELATABLE OMG. I love you so much. ❤

Finally a new sofa that’s not white. Chelsea, I just love you to pieces. Every other KZreadr has a white sofa. Yea you found the cushion for the ottoman!!!❤❤❤

Totally relate to the couch putting together struggle. I usually have to have a meltdown and power yell while assembling anything. You’re doing great! Ain’t no shame in the game

Cozy space suggestions: BLANKETS for your couch, candles/incense, warm lighting like your lamp, things that make you feel good. Look up hygge!! Hope you’re feeling less overwhelmed. All luck don’t feel like you need to do everything/all final touches immediately. I did that when I moved into my house and my style changed/I wanted my space to be more unique so I have to sell a lot and you don’t wanna deal with that hassle! Good furniture right now is fabulous focus! 🫶🏻

Lighting is EVERYTHING for a cozy apartment! Get some lamps and candles and you are gold!

The couch is brilliant! The beauty of your apartment Chelsea is that you can do whatever you want with it and make decisions as and when you want to. Sometimes you need to live in a space a little bit before you make choices. Sometimes you could even move furniture around according to the season. So in the summer move the couch away from the aircon and put it on the wall as you come in the living room on the right side. It is up to you. Take your time with it all - don’t stress! ❤

First time commenter here- just wanna say that I am so proud of you! You are doing amazing! I love that your videos are so authentic and it feels like you‘ve become a friend of mine, just by watching your vlogs. I hope you can start to enjoy your time in your new apartment. It‘s looking really good! And I totally understand your struggle with the tree- if I were you, I‘d probably sell it too. Anyways, I wish you all the best in the world! Stay awesome! Much love from Germany. ❤

@ChelseaCallahan

6 ай бұрын

thank you ❤

For me I love a grey-toned wall, a low and cushy couch, and a warm blanket. Makes for the best naps.

I am so impressed by you having this all done by yourself! Bringing furniture down for recycling alone is a huge deal!! The living room starts to look so cozy. Lamp is cute. Try the narrow skinny tree instead of the regular. That's how you can have a tall tree and it doesn't take up a lot of space. You are doing great!

Love how real and relatable you are! You’ve easily become one of my favorite KZreadrs after watching a handful of videos! Excited to see your place come together 🎉

Thank you so much for doing vlogmas. I'm loving waking up to these videos.

Girl!!! Firstly! You’re doing this all on your own. So honestly a huge applause to you. You’re reminding me of when I moved out on my own 😅 I also lived in an old (charming 😉) staired apartment. Just a little advice I thought might help. Feel free to ignore but you should put your couch along the longest wall and centre it and have the ottoman on the window side. I feel like it’d be so much more convenient for you to just walk through the door and jump on the couch that way. Also feel like your couch is a little tall and is blocking the window the way it is now. Also the tv on the wall with the door would mean the walk way from the door to the end of the door is clear and light and air can still flow. Keep the lamp exactly where it is and get a little table for the other side. Also put a decent sized mirror on the opposite side to the window to reflect light. Again feel free to ignore, that’s just what I’d do but I really think it’d give you the ultimate cozies 🧦☕️✨ Also loving your videos, keep them coming ❤❤

Chelsea!! 💘loving your videos!! If you haven't already mounted the TV -- I totally recommend the couch against the wall, not with the windows behind you. it'll have a safer energy (sitting/relaxing with something solid and grounding behind you instead of the outside world) and also make the room appear larger because you'll have a direct path in+out from the doorway to the window💘 can't recommend this enough! PS -- you're doing AMAZINGGG girl!! and I relate sooo hard to all the frustrations and meltdowns when shi+ isn't just simple, even for a small stretch of time would be nice right? lol! Sending hugs!!

watching your channel grow over this vlogmas period has been so satisfying. you're gonna hit 100k so soon!

The couch is looking great! Good on you for not letting the set up totally defeat you. It would’ve been easy to walk away and leave it for a few days. We’ve all been there. I love that floor lamp, so cute! I hope you leave up the tree in the dining room though since you’re doing Vlogmas, but no worries if it’s just not feasible. Maybe you can hang the ornaments on the garland? Have a great Sunday!

Yay!!!! Comfort! Your nest is coming together girl! How about moving the couch to another wall though. Your blocking your air conditioner ,radiator and window. And it looks a little cramed into the corner. Also if you mount the TV on the wall opposite the windows you may have trouble with the light from windows reflecting on the TV screen.. But oh sooo comfy! ENJOY! ❤❤❤

Chelsea, you can do this alone! Do not underestimate the potential and strength of the single young woman you are. Keep the tree until you organize everything, and watch how it all falls into place. Promise! I am invested in your success. ❤❤❤ Your apartment will be cozy and comfortable for your new endeavors. ❤❤❤❤

I LOOOOVE the couch!!! its so cozy and nice, so happy for you! That feeling when you get so overwhelmed and frustrated that all you can do is cry sucks... We love your daily videos but please also take good care of yourself! You deserve a day off too and i think everyone will understand, maybe after some good rest and self care everything will seem to go so much more smoothly

Love the couch and the lamp! Things are definitely happening. Great job!

For me, what helps make a place cozy is art and candles and lights.

I am loving this era that you are in. Watching you brings me such cozy vibes, and I think it is because you show real emotions and struggles. You have given me the gift of accepting my emotions, whether that be a feeling of overwhelmed or unproductive, and helped break the cycle of negative self talk. Thank you for that!

Awww, Chelsea! We’ve all been there and get frustrated. Glad you took a break to clear your head and then it worked out. Watching your videos, I always know you’ll find a way to make things work. Thank you for letting us come along on your journey and for being so real and open with your emotions. You’re amazing!! I had a tree like yours once and when it seemed too much some years, I would remove the bottom big section so it was shorter and took up less room. Maybe that is an option for you? 🎄❤️ Good luck with the rest of your decorating. We are all rooting for you!!

@ChelseaCallahan

6 ай бұрын

That's a great idea to remove the bottom part, thank you for the support ❤

THE COUCH IS HEREEEEEEEEEEEEE - So pleased for you love, it looks fantastically fabulous xoxoxo HAPPY VLOGMAS

The couch on the solid wall, and the TV mounted on the bedroom wall would make the room look so much cozier

Hi Chelsea, greetings from Canada. In regards to your tree, maybe you can just remove the bottom section and use just the remainder which is not as wide and big. You may have to remove light cord from that section and add it to the remainder of your tree. I have done this to a tree in the past and you end up with a slimmer shorter version. That would save the hassle of selling it. Good luck and be patient with yourself, you will get there in the end.

Chelsea, you work so hard! I can't believe how much you are able to do by yourself, woman! God bless you and good luck with the rest of your organization. It's looking good, but it needs that cat....bring it home!

Happy Sunday! You are doing a great job getting the apartment together. Amidst all the hectic moments, don’t forget to take some time to enjoy all of the little accomplishments adding up and take in the nice new space!

Thank you for shouting out to the delivery guys. I imagine they don’t get a ton of that during this time of the year. Or maybe ever. ❤

The room looks so cozy!! You deserve huge credit for all you have accomplished ❤

Love the couch in the corner by the windows so cozi! The christmas tree looks great in the main room - you can enjoy it from any room in your apartment. You go girl!

"I'm so happy that I'm stupid" BLESS YOU 😂 i felt every single emotion with you in this video, but that RELIEF, damn that was the best part!! Great job, the room looks so cosy and homey. You're doing so good and we're here with you!! 💚

As a 30 something myself, who had recently made some huge changes in work, relationships and self care. It’s nice to come across your channel. Thanks for being you.

Hang in there Chelsea, everything is coming together. Love the couch and the lamp looks awesome over the couch like that! Keep moving forward

Loved the couch and the way its color matches the pattern in the rug. The pillows look super-comfy, and I'm sure you'll feel so much more at home from now on! Sending you the warmest vibes!