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So you’re heading off to college! Nervous? Don’t panic! Setting up a home away from home is easy if you just follow a checklist. Look for space-saving items that can serve double duty if you can. (Think like a minimalist!) But first, be sure to find out ahead of time what your school provides, what you should bring, and what’s not allowed. If you know your roommate, it would be a good idea to find out which things they’re planning on bringing to avoid unnecessary duplicates. Here is a list of basic items that will make your new space organized and comfortable. Click the links for suggested items to buy on Amazon:
Bedding
Blanket
Comforter
Sheet Set
Body Pillow
Standard Pillow
Pillowcases
Foam Mattress Topper
Mattress Pad/Protector
Bathroom
Flip Flops
Shower Caddy
Bath Mat
Towels
Toiletry Bag
Personal Care Items
(Soap, Shampoo, Lotion, Razor, Comb, Brush, Toothpaste, Toothbrush, etc.)
Toilet Paper
Tissues
Storage
Hangers
Double Closet Rod
Closet Organizer
Underbed Boxes
Desktop Organizer
Bedside Storage Caddy
Plastic Stacking Containers
Small Safe
Kitchen
Pots & Pans
Potholder/Oven Mitt
Utensils
(Forks, Spoons, Knives, Pizza Cutter, Can Opener, etc.)
Plate
Bowl
Cup
Mug
Water Bottle
Food Storage Containers/Baggies
Bag Clips
Compact Dish Drainer
Toaster Oven
Mini Fridge
Quick Meals
Snacks
Cleaning/Maintenance
Paper Towels
Disinfectant Wipes
Cleaning Supplies
Vacuum
Wastebasket
Recycling Bin
Trash Bags
Laundry Hamper
Laundry Detergent
Dryer Sheets
Drying Rack
Furniture/Accessories
Desk
Chair
Dresser
Nightstand
Shelf Unit
Desk Lamp
Throw Rug
Framed Photo, Artwork, or Decoration
Electronics
Computer/Mouse
Headphones
Power Strip/Surge Protector
Cords/Cables
Charging Station
USB Drive
Printer/Ink
Paper
Alarm Clock
Batteries
School Supplies
File Box
Backpack
Pens/Pencils
Calculator
Binders
Notebooks
Just in Case
Flashlight
First Aid Kit
Sewing Kit
Tool Kit
Going away to college is an exciting time in your life. Whether you are moving to a dorm room or off-campus apartment, you will want to take certain essentials with you – but to save space, you should leave behind anything you won’t really need. When in doubt, you can always go without it at first. Then if you decide you do need something, just get it once you arrive at your new place. You can either buy it locally or order it on Amazon.
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