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7/15/2019

5 COLLEGE MOVE-IN AND DECOR TIPS

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College season is upon us. For many of you, this might be the first time you've lived away from home. No matter if you're an experienced traveler or if you've never stayed away from home a day in your life, I've got some tips to make college move-in and room decor easier for you!

1: DON'T NEGLECT DECOR

Colleges usually paint residence hall rooms a neutral color and leave the walls pretty bare. Because of this, it can seem like you're living in a jail cell. But, this is where decor can save your life!

No matter if its photos from back home or a tapestry you hang on one of the walls, adding your own flare to your room (or your side of the room) will go a long way!

2: LEARN DECOR POLICIES FOR YOUR RESIDENCE HALL

In order to cut down on repair costs, colleges usually have policies on what you can and can't do to modify your dorm room. This can range from painting, to temporary wall paper, to driving nails into the wall. A lot of colleges will honestly want you to use something like command hooks to hang your photos and other items. There may also be policies about the content of your decor (profanity, drug use, etc.) You can usually find the policies in the student handbook. If you can't find it, ask your RA or RC.

3: CONSIDER RENTING ITEMS

No matter if you need a futon, TV, mini-fridge, or microwave, you can probably rent it for the semester instead of buying it straight out from the store.

Your college may partner with a rental company which is usually on standby on move-in day. You can also rent independently from other renters. Not only can this save you money on the items, it can also save room in your car for other things like clothes and essentials.

4: SOME MOVING TIPS TO FOLLOW

I recently covered a ton of moving tips in my post, "4 Tips to Make Moving Quick and Easy." I suggest checking that out for some specific tips. Some college-specific tips include:

Don't take too much! Remember that you'll likely be sharing your room with another student.
Bring cleaning supplies and tools on move-in day.
Expect to go to the store at least one. Try to make a running list so you don't have to go more than once!
Ditch makeup and wear something comfy. The inclination will be to look "cute" in case you run into someone you think is cute. But, you won't look cute if your face is melting from multiple trips to the car!

5: COORDINATE WITH YOUR ROOMMATE AND START DIYING
DECOR NOW!

If you want a coordinated look, most colleges provide you with information to contact your roommate so you can coordinate!

Start now on your DIY decor. You can have a decor party as a going-away party! Or, you can spend some time with your family and make stuff together. Either way, you'll love having a few pieces that will remind you of home while you're away at college.

CHECK OUT MY "THINGS I WISH I'D KNOWN BEFORE STARTING COLLEGE" BLOG POST FOR MORE TIPS!

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7/8/2019

4 MOVING TIPS TO MAKE MOVING QUICK AND EASY

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If you've been following me on Instagram and Twitter, you know that I am moving TODAY into a new office space on the other side of my campus! My office has accumulated a ton of things, and its taken a few weeks to get everything together for the big move today.

Regardless, I'm sure we will still run into some hiccups. Follow me on Twitter and Instagram today to see how the move is going. Since it is the summer and many families move around this time of year before the new school year starts, I wanted to share a few moving tips. Keep reading for more:

1: PUT YOUR ESSENTIALS IN ONE BAG

If you're moving offices, this might be the box or bag containing your pens and planner. If you're moving homes, this might contain a bag with your cellphone chargers, a change of clothes, and your toiletries.

Knowing where these items are when you've first arrived to your new office or home is essential. It will make moving much less stressful and you will be able to easily find your essentials bag since you put it in a differentiated bag or box!

2: YOU DON'T HAVE TO BUY BOXES

Boxes can be rather expensive, especially purchasing enough to transport a house full of stuff!

In fact, it will cost you between $60 and $85 to purchase enough cardboard boxes to pack up a one-bedroom apartment. You can use a number of things for packing, including clothes hampers, bags, and suitcases that you already own. You can also ask local stores like Aldi's, Walmart, or Target if they have any cardboard boxes that they are throwing out. Be sure to get clearance for this first!

Our place of business was able to offer us milk crates and storage tubs to move our things in!

3: TRASH BAG YOUR HANGING CLOTHES

I didn't believe that this hack would really save time until I used it when moving into my first apartment! I wish I would have known about this hack before moving in to college.

Basically, you simply gather several hanging items, maybe 20 hanging items per bag. Put the ends into the bags and fasten the bag shut at the top of the hanger, leaving the hook of the hanger exposed.

This keeps all of your clothing gathered in one place, and can reduce the number of hanger slip-off incidents. When you get to your new place, simply hang the hooks in your new closet, untie the bags, and you've easily transported all of your hangup clothing without the need to rehang!

4: LABEL BY AREA AND PRIORITY

Label your boxes by area, but also by priority. What's the use in getting your toiletries before you have your shower curtain? What good would it do to have access to cookbooks when you can't find any of your pans or utensils.

This is why labeling by more than just area is a good idea. If need be, you could always label your boxes with a list of everything in them!

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5 COLLEGE MOVE-IN AND DECOR TIPS

1: DON'T NEGLECT DECOR

2: LEARN DECOR POLICIES FOR YOUR RESIDENCE HALL

3: CONSIDER RENTING ITEMS

4: SOME MOVING TIPS TO FOLLOW

5: COORDINATE WITH YOUR ROOMMATE AND START DIYING
DECOR NOW!

CHECK OUT MY "THINGS I WISH I'D KNOWN BEFORE STARTING COLLEGE" BLOG POST FOR MORE TIPS!

4 MOVING TIPS TO MAKE MOVING QUICK AND EASY

1: PUT YOUR ESSENTIALS IN ONE BAG

2: YOU DON'T HAVE TO BUY BOXES

3: TRASH BAG YOUR HANGING CLOTHES

4: LABEL BY AREA AND PRIORITY

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5 COLLEGE MOVE-IN AND DECOR TIPS

1: DON'T NEGLECT DECOR

2: LEARN DECOR POLICIES FOR YOUR RESIDENCE HALL

3: CONSIDER RENTING ITEMS

4: SOME MOVING TIPS TO FOLLOW

5: COORDINATE WITH YOUR ROOMMATE AND START DIYING ​ DECOR NOW!

CHECK OUT MY "THINGS I WISH I'D KNOWN BEFORE STARTING COLLEGE" BLOG POST FOR MORE TIPS!

4 MOVING TIPS TO MAKE MOVING QUICK AND EASY

1: PUT YOUR ESSENTIALS IN ONE BAG

2: YOU DON'T HAVE TO BUY BOXES

3: TRASH BAG YOUR HANGING CLOTHES

4: LABEL BY AREA AND PRIORITY

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5: COORDINATE WITH YOUR ROOMMATE AND START DIYING
DECOR NOW!