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KITCHEN:

• microwave (small)
• microwave cleaner wipes
• microwaveable dishes
• microwaveable plates
• microwaveable soup bowls
• mini fridge (i.e. 2.8 cu ft)
• toaster
• coffeemaker
• flatware
• utensils (i.e. apple corer, can/bottle opener, wooden spoons)
• plastic glasses
• plastic bowls
• cups for hot chocolate/coffee
• pot holder
• dish towels
• dish soap & dish scrubber
• dish pan
• snack table
• travel mug
• bag/chip clips
• paper towels
• paper plates
• napkins
• plastic spoons/forks
• trash can/trash bags
• macaroni & cheese
• ramen noodles
• water
• chips
• microwave popcorn
• hot chocolate
• snack bars
• healthy snacks
• oatmeal

BEDDING:

• xl-twin sheets & comforter
• xl-twin mattress pad
• blankets
• pillow
• body pillow/cover
• toss pillows
• bed risers (if beds are not lofted)

BATH:

• bath towels
• wash cloths
• toothbrush holder
• hairdryer
• curling iron
• straightener
• vanity mirror/mirror
• shower tote/caddy
• flip flops (shower shoes)
• robe
• slippers
• shampoo
• conditioner
• body wash/soap
• sponge (pouf)
• odor eliminators

DORM FURNISHINGS:

• clock radio/iPod dock
• alarm clock
• lounge chair
• beanbag
• ottoman or step stool that doubles as storage bin for extra seating

TV/VCR/DVD

• toss pillows
• backrest pillow
• futon
• futon cover
• picture frames
• collage frames
• photo album
• senior picture
• family pictures
• area rug or carpet (i.e. 5x8 is usually big enough depending on the dorm size)
• throw rugs
• floor lamp
• iPod speakers
• fan
• hand vacuum
• tool kit
• wall art/posters

STUDY:

• laptop computer
• laptop accessories
• cordless mouse
• laptop sleeve
• backpack that holds your laptop
• ethernet cable (if there is no wireless internet)
• surge protector
• memory card
• blank CDs/DVDs
• computer supplies
• USB flash drive
• printer/scanner/copier
• printer paper
• printer ink
• calculator
• desk accessories
• desk lamp
• light bulbs
• book light
• clip on light
• night light
• waste basket
• bulletin board
• dry erase board & markers
• extension cords
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SUPPLIES:

• art supplies
• sharpies
• colored pencils
• crayons
• binders
• book covers
• desk supplies
• dividers
• glue
• markers
• day planner
• notebooks
• paper/pads
• pens/pencils
• pencil sharpener
• photo album/scrapbooks
• post it notes
• protractor
• report covers
• ruler
• scissors
• stapler
• paper punch
• index cards

STORAGE:

• storage cart/bin
• plastic hangers
• hooks
• iron/ironing board
• pop-up hamper
• laundry basket
• step stool that doubles as storage bin for extra seating
• safe
• luggage
• under bed storage
• closet organizers
• desktop storage
• storage totes for moving
• ziploc big bags for moving clothes/towels

PERSONAL CARE:

• facial cleanser
• body lotion
• body wash/soap
• body sponge (pouf)
• brush/comb
• conditioner
• shampoo
• cotton balls
• cotton swabs
• contact lens supplies
• hair dryer
• curling iron
• straight iron
• deodorant
• razors
• shaving cream
• feminine hygiene
• bandages
• first aid cream
• first aid kit
• alcohol
• peroxide
• glasses
• sunglasses
• hand sanitizer
• lip balm
• makeup
• makeup remover
• manicure kit
• medications
• nail polish
• nail polish remover
• pain reliever ? Advil/Tylenol
• styling products
• sun care
• tissues
• toothpaste/toothbrush
• vitamins

APPAREL:

• belts
• dresses
• jackets
• jewelry
• pajamas
• pants
• robe
• shirts/sweaters
• shoes
• shorts
• skirts
• socks
• swimsuit
• undergarments
• watch

OTHER:

• Camera
• laundry detergent
• stain remover ? stain stick
• dryer sheets
• ironing board
• iron
• sewing kit
• lint remover
• flashlight
• AA batteries
• umbrella
• Lysol wipes
• Lysol
• Febreeze
• wrinkle release spray
• dusting wand
• envelopes
• stamps
• deck of cards

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