When your kids go off to college, they suddenly have a home away from home!
A college bound son or daughter experiences many major life changes within a short period of time. With new classes, new friends, a new environment, and a new living space, it is a blessing to help create a safe and fun space for your child to reside. Let me make this part of the transition easy with some fun suggestions and great places to shop online!
First of all, let your child have fun creating their own unique space! It is important to help remind them of the essentials, but necessary to allow them to be the key player in creating their own space. I recommend choosing colorful bedding, patterned pillows, bright bath mats, and a plush towel set! Patterns and bright colors can help conceal stains and laundry mishaps.
Below is a list to create everything they need to set up their new space.
Dorm Room Checklist:
Comfy Bedding
– Sheets
– Mattress topper
– Comforter
Courtesy of The Container Store
Space Saving Storage
– Baskets (make sure that they can fit under the bed)
– Accordion folder (to keep important documents in//saves desk space)
– Wide Plastic Container (this can stow away jackets, shoes, or other items under the bed)
Decorations
– Low maintenance plant (succulent)
– Calendar
– Clock
– Pictures (get some of their fav photos developed before they leave)
Must Have Bath Picks
– Shower Shoes
– Waterproof shower caddy to keep shower necessities in
– Toothbrush cover
– Towel
– Washcloth
– Hand towel
Places to shop:
Target (click to be directed to college necessities)
Ikea (Ikea has great bedding and storage)
Container Store (This store has excellent storage ideas)
– free college checklist from Container Store
– free college checklist from Bed Bath & Beyond
