“Mommy, these cookies are for Santa”
Nowadays my daughter is so fond of this cute bunny ear moving hat, which was a popular item a few years ago.
"Would Santa come tomorrow?" This is the biggest question that a 5-year-old could have on Christmas Eve.
My daughter was born in the States but she learned Korean before English, so she wrote a letter to Santa in Korean.
She thinks Santa is also a Korean, without a doubt lol
It was an unexpected late night snack! Santa ate all the cookies that she prepared (Wink Wink, you know what I mean)
I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas.
Today I am going to clean and decorate my bathroom with IKEA products.
My parents are visiting us after all those 2 years!
There are many items that I repurchased and I also bought few new arrivals too. Let’s take a look together!
I am preparing for my special guests with a heart full of excitement!
Being together. Cozier and happier holiday.
Every time I clean the bathroom, I wish I could just pressure wash everything, but the reality is... it is all dry bath here in the States.
Let’s just start with wiping the vanity countertop.
PEPPRIG Microfiber Cleaning Pad
The band at the back makes it easier to hold it in my hand.
It is designed with both very soft microfiber and relatively litter more rough material (still soft though).
This microfiber pad is perfect for cleaning and wiping out excess water without damaging the surfaces.
Now you are left with a shiny faucet that even a fly would glide lol.
I am going to bring a storage box that is sturdy even after several years of use.
These glass cups are actually from the packaging of Tiramisu I bought at Costco, and they are too good to throw away after eating.
They can turn into great organizers!
I grabbed some pink salt because I know my parents always gargle with salt water.
This is a silicone cover I showed you in my previous IKEA review video.
It is very sturdy and you can use it everywhere!
OVERMATT Silicone Food Cover
This VARIERA box has a handle which makes it easy to carry around, put in and out from the drawer.
It is one of those items that I would definitely buy again, and it is very useful for organizing drawer space.
It is set of 6, two in each size (S,M,L). All you have to do is closing the zipper and the assembly is done.
SKUBB Box, Set of 6
I think the small size would be good to place my mom’s comb, lotion, cosmetics, etc.
Putting extra towels here.
The small size is also good for organizing socks and underwear.
SKOGSVIKEN Tray
I also took out travel size toiletries and beauty products.
I can’t even remember the last time I went on a trip now but
I might as well try to bring spa-like or hotel-like vibes into my guest bathroom instead.
TACKAN Soap Dispenser
It is made of glass and has a wide opening which makes it easy for refilling.
Simple design, sustainable glass material, affordable price of just 99 cents!
I am going to bring a stool I’ve been using for many years.
This versatile IKEA drawer mat, which you might have seen in my previous video, can be used anywhere you want!
VARIERA Drawer Mat
Let’s take a look at how to fold a towel like a fancy hotel or spa.
Take one edge and fold it into a triangle.
Then fold it in half.
Turn it over.
Starting from the edge opposite of the pointy end, tightly roll it up.
Tuck in the pointy end under.
Triangle - Half - Flip - Roll - Tuck in!
Repeat after me, Triangle - Half - Flip - Roll - Tuck in!
Simple and easy!
These are affordable IKEA frames that I love using for many years.
FISKBO Frame NYTTJA (Old Model)
The back of the current model has a slightly different design with slanted lines and the discontinued version has thinner thickness.
You can stand it on the tabletop or hang it on the wall too (I taped the holder to hang)
Did you know that IKEA has a variety of art works, posters, and postcard-size art cards too?
I bought these art cards (4 for $2) many years ago and use them for my gallery wall.
I prefer lightweight frames without glass because of my kindergartener daughter, and this frame is perfect!
Since it is very lightweight, renter-friendly, I can just attach it with 3M Command picture hanging stirps without a nail.
The old model has the same cardboard holder for standing.
The plastic front protection is safe and good for households with children.
With a postcard I bought from a gift shop at Picasso Museum in Barcelona many years ago
and a thick card stock, I am going to make a picture mat on my own.
Buying or adding a picture mat can elevate the overall look and simply make inexpensive frames look more luxurious.
Changing the color of the picture mat can also bring the different atmosphere of your space too.
It is so lightweight that the small size of the 3M Command strip is good enough.
NACKTEN Shower Curtain, SALTGRUND Shower Curtain
This old shower curtain is discontinued unfortunately, but IKEA has so many good quality shower curtains.
It is machine washable, so it can be as clean as new!
This transparent shower curtain is a liner I hang it inside.
I use double shower hooks to conveniently hang both shower curtain and a liner together.
I chose the outer shower curtain with a pretty design and waterproof material, and less expensive inner liner that is easy to wipe out.
Even the inexpensive liners from IKEA are good quality and durable without a need to replace it often.
Dual curtains, inside and outside like this!
This is IKEA's best-selling bathroom basket.
It has holes for water drains and you can mount it easily anywhere on the wall.
It is one push assembly without a nail or hole on the wall!
TISKEN Basket with Suction Cup
I bought shampoo and body wash from Trader Joe’s that my parents used to love.
IKEA even has a body puff. IKEA does have everything!
ABYAN Body Puff
TISKEN Hook with Suction Cup
SLIBB Large Peg
It is so hard to find a big size clothes peg in the States, but I found it at IKEA!
This will be useful to hang and dry the liner after shower.
No more pink mold on the shower liner!
It is not visible from the outside. Neat and tidy.
TISKEN Handheld Shower Holder
I love this holder so much that I bought it again for the guest bathroom. It is sturdy without having to drill any holes.
It is even adjustable in two angles.
Bath mat is a must in a dry bath.
I’ve been using it for many many years and this is one of the items from IKEA that I strongly recommend.
TOFTBO Bath Mat
I’ve washed it so many times for all those years but it is held up so well, still soft and thick, and serves its purpose.
A warm slipper for my mom who always has cold feet.
TASJON Slippers
It is a little wrinkled, but it is a lightweight and cost-effective slipper.
Happy New Year! See you all next year!