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I’m moving to college… here’s what I’m bringing
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items hi! I’m moving into college and this is what I’m bringing! First hand experience of my thought process going to school… I can’t believe it’s that time again AGH.
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misc
make it feel cozy
organize
bathroom
laundry
kitchen
misc
you’re going to need a mirror for your desk. This one everyone uses it’s perfect
Makeup Mirror with Lights, Lighted Makeup Mirror with 22Pcs LED Lights, 2X 3X Magnifying Makeup Mirror, Dual Power Supply Light Up Vanity Mirror
get these instead of cardboard boxes!!
SpaceAid Heavy Duty Moving Bags, Extra Large, Black (8 Pack)
self explanatory
Mainstays 14.25" x 50.25" Black Over the Door Mirror - Walmart.com
foldable picnic blanket I’ve used and can’t wait to use it in school!!
Extra Large Picnic Blankets,Teencool 8mm Extra Thick Waterproof Blanket Sandproof Beach Blanket,Outdoor Blanket for Travel Camping Mat 80"x80 - Walmart.com
don’t wanna get sick!!
LEVOIT Air Purifiers for Bedroom Home, 3-in-1 Filter Cleaner with Fragrance Sponge for Better Sleep, Filters Smoke, Allergies, Pet Dander, Odor, Dust, Office, Desktop, Portable, Core Mini, White
This because I don’t want to wake my roommate up with a bigger light. This is very private to read books in my bed
Book Light, Rechargeable Reading Light 5 LED Easy Clip on Reading Lamp, 3 Color Temperature, Portable Task Lamp (Black)
Don’t freeze-out your roommate: get this instead so it can go around your bed frame
Stroller Fan Mini Handheld Octopus Fan Baby Fan with Flexible Tripod Wrapped on Stroller, Car Seat, Student Bed, Bike USB Rechargeable Fan, Desk Fan for Office and Baby Room or Outdoor
These so you can hang your backpack somewhere instead of laying on the floor
Command Large Double Wall Hooks, Black, Damage Free Decorating, 2 Hooks
I’m gonna get these to hang everything in my room
Command Mini Wall Hooks, Clear, Damage Free Decorating, Six Hooks and Eight Command Strips
make it feel cozy
I have this exact white Walmart blanket in my room 😭 cozied up my bed so quick
Blankets | White - Walmart.com
most colleges won’t allow you to have candles, this is the next best thing to use in my opinion
Mainstays Electric 18-Watt Diamond Ceramic Wax Melt Warmer, White
buy a seat cushion for your desk in your dorm!! the university chairs are not that comfy and it’s more comfy to get ready on.
Chair Pads & Chair Cushions(1000+)
what is a dorm room without lights?
Mainstays Indoor 50-Count LED Globe Lights, with Frosted White G20 Globes, AC-Adaptor, 4.5 Volts
Everyone told me to buy this EXACT pillow
Mainstays Faux Fur Plush Bedrest Pillow, Specialty Size, Ivory White - Walmart.com
My mom told me playing games in college is a lot of fun in the room. These will make it feel more like home to me.
Bicycle Playing Cards, 2 Pack, Standard Index (Red & Blue) - Walmart.com
so self explanatory. The beds r so jank in college dorms
EMONIA 100% 400TC Mattress Topper Twin XL for Back Pain, Extra Thick Cooling Mattress Pad, Mattress Protector Pillow Top Mattress Cover with 8-21" Deep Elastic Pocket, Plush Soft Down (White,Twin XL) - Walmart.com
organize
my dorm closet was very small so this came in handy for extra organization space!
Mainstays 6 Shelf Non Woven Hanging Closet Organizer, Arctic White, Adult and Child
THISSSS!! Don’t buy a shoe rack, this saved so much more space.
GORILLA GRIP 24 Pocket Over the Door Shoe Organizer, Mesh Pockets, Up to 40 Pounds, Hang on Doors, Black - Walmart.com
this cleared up so much space in my closet
Scidweet Clothes Hangers, 18 Pack Space Saving Plastic Hangers Magic Closet Hanger Closet Organizer Multifunctional Hanger, Black
bathroom
wayyyyyy better than loofas. doesn’t hold bacteria easily
Metene Soft Silicone Body Scrubber, Exfoliating Shower Scrubber for Cleansing Skin, Lathers Well
great for my communal bathrooms!
Siaomo Natural Mesh Shower Caddy Portable Tote Bag for College Dorm Essentials, Bathroom, Gym, Camp, Travel, Hanging Caddy Basket, Quick Dry Toiletry Bag (8-Pockets | Black)
Trust me!!
Litfun Shower Shoes for Women Men, Quick Drying Non Slip Bath Slippers, Shower Sandals with Drain Holes, Pink - Walmart.com
I almost forgot to bring these. Get yourself nice towels to last all year, trust me.
Casa Platino Bath Towel 8 Piece Set, 2 Large Bath Towels 30x60 Inch, 2 Hand Towels & 4 Washcloths, 100% Cotton Highly Absorbent Bathroom Towels - White
Someone said you’re going to want a bathroom caddy/bag for your toothbrush and nighttime routine instead of bringing it in your shower caddy.
Portable Silicone Toiletry Bag Makeup Small Woman Pink
laundry
hopefully this lasts me a while!!!
Gain Liquid Laundry Detergent, Moonlight Breeze Scent, 154 fl oz, 107 Loads
100% bringing this instead of dryer sheets
GE Appliances Universal Wool Dryer Balls, 3 Count, 1 Pack, WX02X30937
just in case
Tide To Go Instant Laundry Stain Remover Pen and Spot Cleaner, Travel Size Stain Sticks, Fresh, 1.01 fl oz, 3 Count
again… essential!!
Suavitel Liquid Fabric Softener and Conditioner, Field Flowers, 105 oz, 105 Small Loads
Everyone told me to get a rolling hamper
Home Logic 2 Bushel Rolling Plastic Laundry Hamper with Pop-up Handle, White, Adult / Tween
kitchen
you’re going to want these for chip clips!
Assorted Chip Bag Clips Utility, Chip Clips - PVC 2 Inch Coated Colorful Sealer for Sealing Food - Paper Holder, Clothesline Clip for Laundry Hanging, Kitchen Bags, Multipurpose Clothes Pins 20 Pack
believe it or not, I put this over my fridge as a snack shelf!
Furinno Turn-N-Tube Toilet Space Saver with 3 Shelves, White/White
the first thing I bought is a mini fridge. Yes, you’ll have the dining hall, but you’ll want some mid-day or late night snacks!
Mini Fridges & Compact Refrigerators(1000+)
you’re going to want to dry your dishes on something
Sterilite DrainRack, Dishrack and Drainboard All-in-One, Inclined Base for Draining, Black
I bought this exact set of mugs, they were on clearance!! Plus they are perfect.
Thyme & Table 11.1 fl oz Blue Flowers and Blue Shapes Stoneware Stacking Mugs with Wire Rack, Set of 4
THESE ARE 50 CENTS
Mainstays 10.5" Round Plastic Plate, Gray
again… .50!!!!
Mainstays - Purple Round Plastic Cereal Bowl, Wavy Checkered Etched, 38-Ounce - Walmart.com
these are also so cheap
Ozark Trail 3-piece Sturdy Polystyrene Spoon, Fork and Knife Set