Last year we thought we had it all together when we took my daughter off to college. It turned out that we were missing quite a few things and it was a pain in the butt to run off to the store in the middle of decorating the room.
I don’t want you to head off to college and forget stuff, because the only fun in heading there is looking forward to a lunch or when you finally don’t have another box to unload! My Best college checklist will help you plan, prepare and organize before you get to the campus.
Don’t underestimate the power of a checklist as it will keep you organized and it might even help you save money from those last-minute purchases that come from impulse buying. Lavishly live getting ready for college out loud and make sure to print out my best college checklist.
Best College Checklist
It’s quick, it’s easy, it’s painless download this checklist.
Get organized before you get there, so all you have to do is unpack, socialize and lounge on your bed. Remember that organization keeps things moving at a relaxed pace.
This list is broken up to different categories: Sleep Area, Bathroom, Emergencies and I probably should have put a candy bar in that bag, lol, Study Area, Kitchen, Organization, Personal Care, Laundry & Cleaning and Other.
Also, to keep it flexible, I have also left you a few lines to add in stuff you might personally want as well.
Dorm Room Bed Comfort
Don’t forget to make sure your college bed is made comfortable. Use my 3 tips for making your college bed more comfortable. These will help you convert your chintzy dorm room mattress into a luxury mattress!
Also, don’t forget to get a set of Dorm Room Bed Risers, in order to store stuff under your bed! This is a fast and easy solution for storage in the room!
What Should You Invest In For The First Year?
Need a few stories about heading off to college or what we bought the first year? Want to see a few things my daughter thought about? Make sure to read my article on College Shopping!
DIY Idea For Bar Soap
Bar soap truly is one of the most needed items, but it gets so messy and goopy in your shower caddy! Here’s an easy DIY Soap Saver for your bar of soap that is super inexpensive and will help you not drip that goop across your dorm room!
Most importantly, have a great year and enjoy your organized trip to school! Have some more ideas for the list? Leave me a comment and I will update it! ~Dana Xo