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Let's Prep A College Ready Gift Basket: Dorm Life Edition
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items There are many gifts that can make college & dorm life easier or more fun while giving you peace of mind that you've helped support your student's needs away from home. These recs have you covered with a variety of affordable gift ideas you can p...
For our basket I would choose a simple, lightweight storage bin like this one with a decent amount of room. This one is 11" x 15". It can be used after gifting and isn't hard or unpleasant to touch if someone wants to use it up in a top bunk.
Mainstays Grey Herringbone Canvas Storage Basket with Handles - Walmart.com
A power strip like this makes life more convenient with USB & usb-c ports built in and plenty of outlets. Again if you've got a bunk bed situation this strip has a 6 foot cable which can make it easier to keep it up by a top bunk if necessary.
ONDOG Power Strip Surge Protector with 8-Outlet 4 USB Port ,6FT extension cord
A reliable portable charger will make sure they can always access their phone on the go
onn. 10,000 mAh Portable Battery with USB-C and USB ports, Black
For self defense that's safe & legal anywhere and a strong flashlight with different settings and alarm options is one of my favorite possessions. Plugs into cell phone bricks & it's really convenient to keep in a purse/pocket or to grab quic...
V10 Small Powerful Flashlight with 365nm UV Black Light - Super Bright 1000 LM, USB C Rechargeable LED Keychain IPX4 Pocket Flash Light with COB Side Light, Magnet Buzzer- 12 Modes - Walmart.com
This clock has large numbers you can see across the room if they're in a bunk bed and a customizable color nightlight setting for nighttime ambience and comfort.
Sharp Digital Alarm Clock, Nightlight with 6 Selectable Colors- Easy to See Large Jumbo Numbers
These remote operated light strips can be places around personal areas or beds with dimmable lighting and customizable colors that won't be too disturbing if you need some light and share a room, or change the settings for ambience.
onn Multicolor LED Light Strip with Remote Control, 10'
Having photos and mementos around can ease homesickness and make decor more personal without much effort. These clip lights allow pictures to be changed without adding holes to the walls.
Betus 10 Ft 20 LEDs Photo Clips String Lights - Fairy Twinkle Light Hanging Photos Pictures Cards
A really handy item that will allow one to avoid buying and storing many water bottles and instead provide convenience and purified water anywhere.
Brita 26oz Night Sky Premium Leak Proof Filtered Water Bottle with Straw - Walmart.com
Keep tea and coffee warm while studying and hanging out no matter how long they forget it's there.
Mainstays Warming Coffee Mug, 12oz. Stainless Steel Coffee Mug with Mug Warmer Coaster and Lid
Easily & quickly make tea or instant coffee, and of course ramen, without a fuss.
Mainstays 1.7L Electric Kettle, Color White, New Condition, Model MS8400778514-3
I put one of these on the suite door for roommates (I had 5), neighbors, or people who didn't share numbers/group chat to leave notes or draw on, especially if we were leaving for the holidays or wouldn't see each other because of class schedules. It...
Pen+Gear Magnetic Dry Erase Board with Plastic Black Frame, Assembled Product Dimension 8.5" x 11" x 0.6"
Really helpful if you forget things a lot and want to have physical reminders instead of just your phone.
U Brands Sticky Note Folio, 6 Notes and Tabs Designs, 50 Sheets Each, Folklore Fauna
Really great for small valuables and can be attached to bunks or other places on the go if necessary.
Master Lock Portable Safe with Resettable Combination
These outdoor absorbing packs are small, convenient to use in laundry bags or shoes, or if the dorm comes with furniture like desks or dressers where the drawers can have some smells no one wants lingering around.
Fresh Wave Odor Eliminating & Deodorizing Packs, Bag of 6
Mesh laundry bags get ripped easily so opting for one like this is a bit more secure and can be stored in a closet & transported easily.
Mainstays Polyester and Cotton Laundry Bag 28in W*36in L, Gray
A good pair of slip on slippers with a base are a nice, secure comfort.
isotoner Andrea Space Knit Women's Clog Slippers
A pj set is great for quick changes after a shower or for hanging out in the dorm.
Boxy PJ Set
With different roommate schedules a sleep mask can ensure good rest and this one is a more comfortable option.
ComfiTime 3D Sleep Mask - 100% Blackout Eye Mask for Sleeping, Eye Covers for Men,Women,Kids, Contour Blindfold with Nose Baffle, Soft & Lightweight Sleep Eye Blinders , Latex-Free, Black
Good ear plugs can save roommate relationships and keep hearing in tact if they're going to events with loud music. I like the case so they don't get lost all the time.
Hear Hush Hoops Reusable Soft Silicone Ear Plugs, 17dB Noise Reduction Rating, Case Included, Black - Walmart.com
If there isn't much time to get ready because of sudden schedule changes, late nights, or sleeping in a quick shave can still help them look put together
Men's Electric Razor - 4D Rechargeable Wet Dry Shaver with Pop Up Trimmer, Waterproof Wet Dry Shaver Rotary
No need to worry about replacing the head of this toothbrush as it comes with 8 extras and it's rechargeable for convenient hygiene.
AquaSonic Black Series Electric Toothbrush - Rechargeable, 4 Modes, Travel Case, 8 Brush Heads
For a quick refresh or makeup removal after a long day I love Burt's Bees face wipes. They come in a few scents, I like the rose, and are made with cruelty free materials.
Burt's Bees Micellar Facial Towelettes With Rose Water, 30 ct. Package
This is a gift that keeps on giving, the soap is strong & can be watered down to make it last for quite a long time. It can be used on face, body and hair if they like as well. There are other options like peppermint or lavender for a refreshing ...
Dr. Bronner's Magic Soap - Castile Liquid Soap - 32 oz - Body Wash, Face Wash - Unscented - Age Group: Baby & All Ages
Bath poufs can be really annoying and fall apart quickly but these bath sponges last longer and exfoliate nicely.
Evri Foam Bath Sponge
These are easy to clean and reuse, a 2 pack will last all semester and more.
S&T INC. Lil' Scrubbies Facial Cleaning Pads for All Skin Types, 2 Count