Moving into a college dorm room is an exciting yet nerve-wracking experience for many students. It’s the first time they’ll have a space of their own, and they want to make it as comfortable and inviting as possible. If you’re looking for some inspiration to transform your college dorm room into a cozy haven, we’ve got you covered.
1. Soft Bedding: The key to creating a cozy atmosphere starts with your bed. Invest in soft and comfortable bedding, including plush pillows, warm blankets, and high-quality sheets. Choose colors and patterns that reflect your personal style and help create an inviting ambiance.
2. Fairy Lights: One of the simplest yet most effective ways to add charm to any space is by incorporating fairy lights. Hang them around your bed frame or along the walls to create a warm and dreamy atmosphere. Not only do they provide soft lighting for those late-night study sessions, but they also add a touch of magic to your dorm room.
3. Area Rugs: Dorm rooms often come with cold tile or linoleum floors, which can be quite unwelcoming during colder months. Adding an area rug not only adds warmth but also provides a touch of luxury underfoot. Opt for fluffy or shaggy rugs that are both cozy and stylish.
4. Wall Art: Injecting personality into your dorm room is crucial for making it feel like home. Hang up posters, prints, or even create a gallery wall featuring photos of loved ones or inspiring quotes that motivate you. Personalized artwork will not only transform the walls but also serve as conversation starters with friends who visit.
5. Cozy Seating: Dorm rooms are not just for studying; they’re also social spaces where you’ll spend time with friends or relax after classes. Include some comfortable seating options like bean bags or floor cushions where you can curl up with a book or chat with friends. This will not only add comfort but also make your room a social hub.
6. Storage Solutions: Keeping your dorm room clutter-free is essential for maintaining a cozy and organized space. Invest in storage solutions like under-bed storage containers, hanging organizers, or stackable crates to maximize the space available. Having everything in its place will help create a serene environment conducive to studying and relaxation.
7. Personal Touches: Don’t forget to include personal touches that reflect your interests and hobbies. Whether it’s displaying your favorite books, showcasing your artwork, or incorporating themed decorations, infusing your personality into the space will make it truly unique and cozy.
8. Scented Candles or Diffusers: Lastly, creating a cozy atmosphere goes beyond just visual elements; it can also involve appealing to other senses like smell. Consider using scented candles or diffusers with fragrances that evoke feelings of warmth and relaxation. Scents like vanilla, lavender, or cinnamon can instantly transform the ambiance of your dorm room.
Remember that creating a cozy dorm room is all about personalizing the space to reflect your style and preferences while maximizing functionality within the limited square footage. With these tips in mind, you can turn a plain dorm room into a warm and inviting sanctuary where you’ll feel comfortable during your college years.
Grown And Flown
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Author by : Lisa Heffernan
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2019-09-03
Publisher by : Flatiron Books
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Description : PARENTING NEVER ENDS. From the founders of the #1 site for parents of teens and young adults comes an essential guide for building strong relationships with your teens and preparing them to successfully launch into adulthood The high school and college years: an extended roller coaster of academics, friends, first loves, first break-ups, driver’s ed, jobs, and everything in between. Kids are constantly changing and how we parent them must change, too. But how do we stay close as a family as our lives move apart? Enter the co-founders of Grown and Flown, Lisa Heffernan and Mary Dell Harrington. In the midst of guiding their own kids through this transition, they launched what has become the largest website and online community for parents of fifteen to twenty-five year olds. Now they’ve compiled new takeaways and fresh insights from all that they’ve learned into this handy, must-have guide. Grown and Flown is a one-stop resource for parenting teenagers, leading up to—and through—high school and those first years of independence. It covers everything from the monumental (how to let your kids go) to the mundane (how to shop for a dorm room). Organized by topic—such as academics, anxiety and mental health, college life—it features a combination of stories, advice from professionals, and practical sidebars. Consider this your parenting lifeline: an easy-to-use manual that offers support and perspective. Grown and Flown is required reading for anyone looking to raise an adult with whom you have an enduring, profound connection....
Young House Love
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Author by : Sherry Petersik
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2015-07-14
Publisher by : Artisan
ISBN :
Description : This New York Times bestselling book is filled with hundreds of fun, deceptively simple, budget-friendly ideas for sprucing up your home. With two home renovations under their (tool) belts and millions of hits per month on their blog YoungHouseLove.com, Sherry and John Petersik are home-improvement enthusiasts primed to pass on a slew of projects, tricks, and techniques to do-it-yourselfers of all levels. Packed with 243 tips and ideas—both classic and unexpected—and more than 400 photographs and illustrations, this is a book that readers will return to again and again for the creative projects and easy-to-follow instructions in the relatable voice the Petersiks are known for. Learn to trick out a thrift-store mirror, spice up plain old roller shades, "hack" your Ikea table to create three distinct looks, and so much more....
Cozy White Cottage Seasons
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Author by : Liz Marie Galvan
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2021-11-23
Publisher by : Thomas Nelson
ISBN :
Description : Whether you want to create a cozy winter wonderland in your living room, a blooming summertime welcome on your deck, or an autumn refuge by your fireplace, Liz Marie Galvan’s Cozy White Cottage Seasons gives you the inspiring photos, DIY ideas, and fun recipes you need to feel at home on any budget and in every season. Do-it-yourself interior designer and popular blogger Liz Marie Galvan helps you create space to snuggle up, stretch out, or kick back at home so you can focus on what matters most during the holidays and every day. Following the popularity of Cozy White Cottage, Cozy White Cottage Seasons is a beautiful, full-color photography holiday lifestyle book with easy-to-do, practical tips to make your home a welcome haven—from New Year’s Day to spring, summer, fall, and all the way through Christmas. Cozy White Cottage Seasons equips you to: Create cozy celebrations, traditions, and memories indoors and out Repurpose furniture and decor for every season Cultivate your flair for vintage, modern, farmhouse, or a unique style all your own Design a hot cocoa bar—and make other seasonally cozy recipes Store and manage holiday clutter And so much more! In addition, you’ll find fun ideas to celebrate and decorate for: Christmas Thanksgiving Halloween Fourth of July Father’s Day and Mother’s Day Easter Valentine’s Day And any special gatherings Cozy White Cottage Seasons is a great gift for Christmas, birthdays, and Mother’s Day or as a beautiful yet practical housewarming gift. A cozy enthusiast living in an 1800s farmhouse, Liz’s design tips and wisdom have been featured on the TODAY show, Better Homes and Gardens, and Country Living. With decorating tips, fun family traditions, and doable ways to make your home inviting in every season, Liz helps you create a beautiful living space and a grateful heart all year long. Look for Liz's other cozy home décor book full of DIY inspiration, Cozy White Cottage....
Design Mom
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Author by : Gabrielle Stanley Blair
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2015-04-07
Publisher by : Artisan Books
ISBN :
Description : New York Times best seller Ever since Gabrielle Stanley Blair became a parent, she’s believed that a thoughtfully designed home is one of the greatest gifts we can give our families, and that the objects and decor we choose to surround ourselves with tell our family’s story. In this, her first book, Blair offers a room-by-room guide to keeping things sane, organized, creative, and stylish. She provides advice on getting the most out of even the smallest spaces; simple fixes that make it easy for little ones to help out around the house; ingenious storage solutions for the never-ending stream of kid stuff; rainy-day DIY projects; and much, much more....
Cozy White Cottage
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Author by : Liz Marie Galvan
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2019-09-24
Publisher by : Thomas Nelson
ISBN :
Description : Whether you live in a country farmhouse or an urban apartment, find inspiration for every room in your home. Come cozy up with your creativity and Liz's welcoming voice so you can love the feeling of being at home. In this beautiful book of house and garden photography and DIY inspiration, popular blogger Liz Marie Galvan shares: 100 tips and tricks to make your home feel cozy Budget-friendly hints to make decorating affordable Simple DIY projects for every room in your house In Cozy White Cottage, you'll get the help you need to create a space you love coming home to as Liz offers her best home décor and design tips. You'll love Liz's real-life, easy, and affordable ideas to get the most out of your home and discover things like: The passion and productivity that can pour out of an inspiring, functional workspace or home office The conversation and connection that flow out of a warm, well-arranged living room The thoughtful hospitality that can welcome guests, be it for a cup of coffee or an overnight stay The rejuvenation that can happen when we have quiet spaces for reading, prayer, and rest The calming routines and rituals that we can implement into our spaces and our lives The laughter, joy, and learning that can occur in adorable, functional playrooms The life-giving power that beats in the heart of our homes: the kitchen Join the hundreds of thousands of readers and DIY-ers who find design inspiration on Liz's blog, where she shares stories of life with her son, Cope, and veteran husband, Jose, in their 1800s Michigan farmhouse, and her home décor boutique. Cozy White Cottage offers inspiration for every style and makes the perfect self-purchase, housewarming gift, birthday treat, Mother's Day read, or holiday gift. Look for Liz’s other cozy home décor book of DIY inspiration, Cozy White Cottage Seasons....
Home Made Lovely
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Author by : Shannon Acheson
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2020-09-08
Publisher by : Baker Books
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Description : Everyone wants a home that is beautiful and clutter free. But most of us are unsure how to get there without breaking the bank. Popular interior designer Shannon Acheson takes the guesswork out of creating a lovely home. Home Made Lovely is a mind-set: decorating should be about those who live there, rather than making your home into a magazine-worthy spread. Shannon walks you through how to · decorate in a way that suits your family's real life · declutter in seven simple steps · perform a house blessing to dedicate your home to God · be thankful for your current home and what you already have · brush up on hospitality with more than 20 actionable ideas that will make anyone feel welcome and loved in your home In Home Made Lovely, Shannon meets you right where you are on your home-decorating journey, helping you share the peace of Christ with family members and guests....
The Third Door
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Author by : Alex Banayan
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2018-06-05
Publisher by : Crown Currency
ISBN :
Description : FORBES #1 CAREER BOOK TO READ IN 2018 The larger-than-life journey of an 18-year-old college freshman who set out from his dorm room to track down Bill Gates, Lady Gaga, and dozens more of the world’s most successful people to uncover how they broke through and launched their careers. The Third Door takes readers on an unprecedented adventure—from hacking Warren Buffett’s shareholders meeting to chasing Larry King through a grocery store to celebrating in a nightclub with Lady Gaga—as Alex Banayan travels from icon to icon, decoding their success. After remarkable one-on-one interviews with Bill Gates, Maya Angelou, Steve Wozniak, Jane Goodall, Larry King, Jessica Alba, Pitbull, Tim Ferriss, Quincy Jones, and many more, Alex discovered the one key they have in common: they all took the Third Door. Life, business, success… it’s just like a nightclub. There are always three ways in. There’s the First Door: the main entrance, where ninety-nine percent of people wait in line, hoping to get in. The Second Door: the VIP entrance, where the billionaires and celebrities slip through. But what no one tells you is that there is always, always… the Third Door. It’s the entrance where you have to jump out of line, run down the alley, bang on the door a hundred times, climb over the dumpster, crack open the window, sneak through the kitchen—there’s always a way in. Whether it’s how Bill Gates sold his first piece of software or how Steven Spielberg became the youngest studio director in Hollywood history, they all took the Third Door....
