As we all prepare to go to college, there are many essentials that you need to bring with you. I keep pushing it aside but let's face it, I need to get it done! I've always liked check-lists and things to tell me what I need to bring and all that. Alpha actually already sent me a list, so with her help and Target's, I've come up with this master list. I hope it helps. One month to go and then college - yikes!
Your Bed:
Bed Risers - Separates blocks or cones placed under the bed to raise it higher off the floor.
Blankets - Nothing overly thick or thin, easy to move around and easy to wash!
Body Pillows - This is definitely optional, but it sounds and looks comfy!
Mattress Pad - Its to protect the mattress, but it also to brings comfort and warmth!
Pillow Protectors - These are pillow cases...hehe protectors
Pillows - Duh, you sleep on it every night!
XL Twin Comforters - This is what's on top of your bed (what people see) make sure it's something you like!
XL Twin Comfy Foam Toppers - Another extra comfort for your pleasure.
XL Twin Sheet Sets - Make sure they're XL! College mattress are different. And get 2 - so you can be clean!
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| Oh I wish it will be as pretty as this! |
Your Room:
Alarm Clock - Your mom isn't going to wake you up now is she?
Rugs - If you want to add some nice feet art!
Desk Lamps - Totally a must! You'll probably be working late nights!
Door Mirrors - Full length mirrors are hard to get (especially when you share bathrooms) A must get.
Dorm Chairs - Add more comfort space in your room!
Floor Lamps - If you have a bigger room and need more lighting (usually not the case!)
Futons - Once again, if you have the room, it's nice because its a couch that can easily turn into a bed. Neat.
Garbage Can - You need to be clean, DUH, plus nowadays there are cute ones too!
Office Chairs - I'm pretty sure they provide desk chairs, but if you want your own, go for it!
Ottomans - Those little feet stools (get ones that can open up and boom you can keep your crap in it!)
Picture Frames - Memories from home, old friends, new friends; A must get (or a bulletin board)
Poster Frames - If you don't want to ruin your posters (I just tack mine up though....)
Side Tables - I think they may provide this, but it's for next to your bed!
Slipcovers - To place on your futon if you get one.
Toss Pillows - Also, to add nice touches to your room...
Wall Art - To make your room more personal (I know Urban Outfitters has a lot of cool ones!)
Wall Clock - If you don't have an alarm clock I guess....
Window Curtains - I don't know if you need curtain, but I guess it's always nice to have privacy.
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| This is just cruel - I can't make it perfect like this! |
Your Desk:
Bulletin Board - For both pictures and to keep you organized.
Stapler - Well, it's kind of obvious what this does....
Tacks - To go with that bulletin board.
Magnets - For your door, fridge, white board. They're just handy really.
Dry Erase Board + Markers - put it on your door! or for notes to your roommate (they come in handy too!)
Rulers
Pencils
Erasers
Highlighters
Pens
Plastic Sleeves/Folders
Post-Its
Tabs
Sharpeners
Note books/Paper!
Tape
((Basically whatever is on your desk and what you use for school - I mean you still go to school))
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| I give up! These are just fantastic! |
Your Electronics:
Calculators - Yup, you probably will be taking something that has to do with math.
CD/DVD, Memory Cards - burn people stuff, safe to save in multiple places
Computer Speakers - Good way to have a stereo; use your computer!
Docking Station - iPod Player/Charger : Party Party Party.
DVD Players - you might have a TV, need to watch movies right?
Gaming - If you like to play video games or stuff like that (Can also be a DVD player too)
USB Flash/Hard Drive - So important to transfer and save everything in multiple places
Extension Cords - Always come prepared
Audio Recorder - Helpful to record your classes every now and then
Lap Tops + Accessories - Let's face it a computer is a must, get a lap top to bring to classes and stuff
Printers (And Paper!) - You're still printing things out I hope you know.
Software - for that new computer of yours
TVs - You might get one for your room...
Web Cams - To Skype with friends at different colleges or your parents at home!
Your Bath and Laundry:
Drying Racks - For your towels and laundry that needs to naturally dry
Iron + Board - If you still need to iron...
Laundry Baskets - Vital! You're an adult now, do you're own laundry.
Laundry Detergent - You'll need soap to clean your clothes ya know
Laundry Hamper - Usually you can get one that's a basket too (make sure you can't see through it though)
Mops/Buckets - Clean after yourself woman!
Shower Caddy - You're not a home, you do have to take your stuff from shower to your room. Repeat!
Shower Curtains - If you're lucky to get your own bathroom
Shower Hooks - Once again, if you get that bathroom for yourself
Toilet Paper Holders - If you get your own bathroom : woow.
Towels and Wash Clothes - You can walk around wet you know. You'll catch a cold.
Sponge or Lufa - It helps to clean yourself..
Hair Dryer, Straightener, Curler - Pamper your hair.
Robe - easier to go to place to place
Slippers/Flip Flops - once again, makes it easier to travel
Shampoo/Conditioner/Body Wash/Face Wash - Your beauty stuff obviously
Make-Up and Make-Up Wipes - beautify and clean yourself!
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| Essentials Right Here. |
Your Kitchen
Bar Stools - For eating on....and guests I suppose
Coffee Maker - Good Lord, you'll need coffee
Cookware - If you have an actual kitchen (most common areas might)
Dish Detergent - You use a plate, you wash a plate
Dishes - What else are you going to eat on?
Flatware - What are you going to eat with?
Flatware Tray - Stay organized please!!
Food Storage, Containers, Lunch Bags, Ziplock - Keep your food fresh and don't waste it!
Glasses, Cups, Mugs - Drink from me!
Kitchen Gadgets - I'm going to let you decide what you need.
Kitchen Towels - Obvious.
Microwave + Stand - popular thing to bring to college (hello midnight snacks!)
Mini Fridge - Also another popular thing to bring (helps keep foods and drinks fresh)
Pot Holders
Shelf Liners - Stay clean!
Water purifier + Filter or Bottles - Be Eco Friendly! (and save money)
Rice Cooker - If you're Asian like we are!
Knife/Peelers - Might come in handy.
Clips - For your chips and other bagged foods
Be Clean!
Cleaning Supplies - Probably ask your parents!
Disinfecting Wipes - Easy, Handy, Must Have
Paper Towels - Oh my goodness, you need this
Sponges - For messes!
Swiffer or Vacuums - Be clean, be clean, be clean
Trash Cans
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| Maybe that's a little too organized? |
Be Organized!
Command Hooks - For hanging your bags and such
Bookcases - If you have the room!
Closet Organizers - With limited space, you'll totally need it!
Cork Boards - Bulletin Boards, blah blah blah you already know it
Dressers - If you have the room!!
Hangers - Oh my goodness: totally vital!
Shoe Rack - If you're a girl, it is a must have
Storage Bins - Hello winter clothes storage
Storage Carts - Organization is amazing
Under bed Storage - Space saver!
Wall Shelves - If your college allows you!
Safes/Locks - You can never be to careful.
Don't Forget!
Batteries
First Aid Kit - Medicines, Pain Relievers, Band Aids
Air Purifiers - Optional I suppose
Duct Tape - it's amazing, with so many uses
Fans - It can get hot hot hot
Light Bulbs - For your lamps!
Flash Light
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Also, bring anything that will make you feel at home - but nothing that takes too much space. You're probably sharing with another person, so talk to them about what each of you will bring. You don't really need two of everything. Hope this was helpful!
Love,
ALPHA
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