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College Essentials
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An actual ikea storage/transport bag! Great for moving or using to keep all your ikea finds during shopping.
FRAKTA storage bag for cart, blue, 28 ¾x13 ¾x11 ¾"20 gallon
This is perfect hidden in the back of closet or under a bed for the dorm room. It is small enough but still fit everything my daughter had of value.
BlackSmith Home Biometric Safe 1.0 Cub
This mattress topper was an exactly what the dorm mattress needed. We weren’t given the greatest mattress and this definitely helped!
Twin XL : Mattress Toppers & Pads
This is the perfect dorm room fan. Small, puts out great air and easy to transport. The 5 speed is the best for just light air or stronger air when needed.
Woozoo products at Target
These bags are a life saver in keeping everything organized and ready for college move in day. Makes it so much easier than using multiple boxes or awkward suitcases!
Best Sellers In Moving Bags
The mini is the Perfect size for a dorm room. It’s small enough it can be put on the corner of a desk or shelf and does not take up a lot of space. It’s compatibility with Alexa make it super easy to use and adjust the settings.
Mini HEPA Air Purifier for Bedrooms and Small Rooms
This is perfect hidden in the back of closet or under a bed for the dorm room. It is small enough but still fit everything my daughter had of value.
Mini Electronic Safes for Home Office Travel and Personal Security
We used these totes to store stuff under the raised dorm bed. Made transport and storage so easy.
Rubbermaid Storage Totes
This is the perfect shelving for a dorm mini fridge! Comes in black and white. The microwave fit perfectly on the top shelf!
Emma and Oliver Mini Fridge Overshelf with Dual Side Cubbies in Black
The headboard fit over the dorm bed perfectly. The shelves are great for organizing everything and helped to maximize the small space in the dorm room!
SVOPES 1-Tier Desktop Bookshelf, 37 x 9.4 x 28.7 in. White Storage Organizer ...
This backpack has a ton of room. Importantly it has a laptop compartment to keep your laptop safe. It’s comfortable to wear and comes in a bunch of colors. It is the “trend” right now according to my daughter to have this backpack. The picture doe...
The North Face Women's Recon Backpack Messenger
If you don't purchase this now. You will not be able to find a white desk hutch in July or August. This a great price for a desk hutch.
You will need to know the dimensions of the desk before purchasing!! Some schools do provide desk hutches, so mak...
Costway 3 Shelves Modern Desk Standard Bookcase, Wood White, 29"
This is perfect for carrying ID, $, chapstick and keys. My daughter attaches it to backpack when going to class. Comes in many colors and the pink pearl/white/rose gold is so pretty!
Dual Pouch Wristlet | Women's Bags,Purses,Wallets
This 3.3 cubic foot, single door refrigerator is perfect for the dorm room. It does have a freezer compartment. The door is reversible, which is extremely important when picking a mini fridge for a dorm. Make sure to check the size allowed by your c...
Galanz 3.3 Cu ft One Door Mini Fridge, Black Estar, New
This lap desk is so perfect for studying and working from the bed or futon. My daughter watched movies on her laptop while laying in bed. There are 7 different colors. It has a little little drawer to store small items.
PHANCIR Foldable Lap Desk, 23.6 Inch Portable Laptop ...
This is the perfect little vacuum for a dorm room. It tucks away easily into a closet corner or a small area in the room. Lightweight and easy to use.
BISSELL PowerClean FurGuard Rechargeable Cordless Pet Vacuum ...
These trash cans are so convenient. They are slim and can be tucked in a closet if needed.
automatic trash garbage can
I’m adding this fan again! It is the going fan for dorm rooms. Everyone has it! Rumor is that Costco is going to be having a sale on these coming up!
Woozoo 5-Speed Globe Fan
These drawers are perfect for under bed storage options s for those raised dorm beds. Target has these on sale frequently!
Three Drawer Wide Tower | Multi-Functional Storage Solutions
The mini fridge cabinet is perfect for a small fridge and has space for a microwave. The shelves are perfect to keep all the “kitchen” and snack supplies!
The Organization Station with Mini Refrigerator and Microwave Storage ...
This would fit under a raised down bed! FEATURES
Eight spacious compartments
Four open cubbies with cutout handle doors
Clean white finish
Attachable rubber feet to prevent floor scratches
For indoor use
DETAILS
25.9"H x 48.3"W x 11.6"D (overall)
Sh...
Winsome Wood Julian 2 x 4 Storage Cabinet
This makes both iced and hot coffee. It uses pods or you can get the attachment for the inside to do actual coffee grounds. It's extremely slim, so it fits in the smallest of spaces. Comes in 3 colors. You actually have an option to choose a kit wher...
K-Iced Plus® Single Serve Coffee Maker - Keurig
13 gallon stainless steel motion sensor trash. Most dorm rooms do come with some sort of trash can but they are small. We preferred a larger one with a lid. I knew she wasn’t gonna take her trash out often and a lid on it helps prevent smells and fr...
Nine Stars 13.2 Gallon Stainless Steel Motion Sensor ...
Okay ya’ll. If you haven’t gotten one for your college bound child yet Costco has these marked at $26.99. There is an instant rebate at check out. This is the best deal I’ve found so far!
Woozoo 5-Speed Globe Fan - Costco Wholesale
A quick dry towel is definitely the way to go for down life. This set is your go-to for everyday use. Made from soft 100% cotton with a lightweight feel, it features quick-dry properties and is designed to resist discoloration from benzoyl peroxide....
Home Expressions Quick Dri® Benzoyl Peroxide Friendly Bath Towel
Run to this deal! The twin XL is only $9.99!!!’ This Home Expressions 3-piece sheet set is a quality essential for any bedroom. Each piece is made from soft microfiber that's wrinkle, pill and fade-resistant, and it includes 1 fitted sheet, 1 flat...
Home Expressions Soft Touch Microfiber Sheet Set - JCPenney