School is right around the corner and everyone is scrambling to get the last minute essentials. You're probably thinking about your dorm room and what to pack. To bedding, to decor, and finally to bathroom essentials. This fall I will be returning to Belmont University as a sophomore! I can't believe freshman year is already over?! However, when I moved in freshman year I had to have my mom make a Target run because I didn't buy everything I needed in advance. Below I am going to share the items I didn't know I would need.
Command Hooks | Command hooks work for everything! Last year they hung every single item that was on my wall! Even though I brought some to Belmont with me, I did not bring enough. Trust me, you can never have enough command hooks. If you bring to many they will come in handy later. I bought many things throughout the year that needed to be hung therefore, having extra command hooks is a good idea!
Extension Cords |
Between my roommate and I, I think we used a total of 4-5 extension cords. Depending on where your bed is located you will need just as many!
Headboard | Most people purchase these any way, but a headboard is a must. No one wants to sit up against a cold wall. Therefore, a headboard will solve this issue. I used mine just about every time I did my homework in bed.
Bins for Under Your Bed |
Having extra storage is a must in college. It can be hard at times to fit everything in the furniture you are given. I have six bins from Bed Bath and Beyond that fit right under my bed. They worked perfect and held all of my clothes! In the chest of drawers that Belmont provided I put my sweatshirts and pajamas in the top drawer, all my food in the middle drawer, and dished such as plates, silverware, and mugs in the bottom drawer. I found this worked best because it gave me a good place to put all my food and dishes!
String Lights |
My roommate and I hung string lights where the wall and ceiling meet. String lights come in handy at night when you want very little light. We also kept them on when we watched TV on the floor because without them the TV had a glare.
A full packing list |
Sleep:
Bedside Table
Blankets
Body Pillow
Throw Pillows
Comforter (Twin XL)
Sheets (Twin XL)
Headboard
Mattress Topper
Decor:
Wall art
Jewelry Hanger
Rug
Pictures / Picture Frames
String Lights
Toiletries: Q-Tips
Razor Shampoo \ Conditioner
Body Wash
Deodorant
Perfume
Lotion
Make-Up
Make-Up Remover
Nail Clippers \ File
Hand Soap
Tampons (LOTS so you don't have to keep making trips)
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Tweezers
Aquaphor
Dish Soap
Dish Brush
Dish Rag
Dish Drying Rack
Shower Caddy
Hair Ties
Bobby Pins
Towels
Straightener
Curling Iron
2 Bath Mats (One for shower, one for sink)
Medicine
Band-Aids
Febreze
Laundry:
Laundry Basket
Tide Pods
Dryer Sheets
Stain Removal
Steamer
Desk:
Printer
Stapeler
Tape
Scissors
Planner
Post-Its
USB Drive
Calculator (If you are taking math)
Folders
Index Cards
Loose Leaf
Pens \ Pencils
Notebooks
Whiteout
Organization:
Storage Bins
Hangers
Over the Door Hooks
Drawer Organizers
Eat:
Microwave
Fridge
Water Bottle
Mugs
Plates
Bowls
Silverware
Cleaning: Clorox Wipes
Paper Towels
Tissues
Toilet Bowl Brush
Vacuum
Trash Bags
Other:
Phone Charger
Laptop Charger
Command Hooks
License
Student ID Other Cards
XOXO,
Caroline