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Dorm supplies. Isn't it so much fun to have a child heading off to a dorm? Really, it's great that they're starting to spread their wings and taking that first step towards not living in their parents' home anymore. Right?
Don't get me wrong, I miss my kids who don't live at home full time! A lot! But I also know that it's time for them to figure out their next stages. And that's exciting!
When our first kid moved out, we helped him out with some of the basics. From a down blanket for cold Jerusalem nights, to pots and pans and potholders... And I think we even may have helped him find a Shabbat urn!
If you're helping someone setting up a dorm room or a student apartment, you probably want to focus on keeping your costs down and making sure the supplies you get are easy to move (they tend to move frequently) and can be rearranged if needed. I like modular storage units (like this 9-cube one, or this 15-cube one). And for hanging and other storage, I've seen lots of people opting for fabric closets with poles (this one is smaller, and this one is also a great price).
If you can install things onto the walls, this folding desk and this folding table set (includes two chairs) are great space savers!
Dorm sheets - I prefer 100% cotton sheets, and I've found some super low cost sets!
I also equipped my students with a spare mattress so they'd be able to let a sibling/cousin/friend crash if needed! We went with inflatable mattresses because when they're not being used, they take up very little space. I recommend one that comes with a pump or has a built-in pump.
Of course there's always more to buy, but I managed to get some stainless steel flatware someone was giving away, and since it was all stainless steel, it was easy to kasher! I also let my kids just help themselves to our overflowing collection of mugs and coffee cups. You don't actually have to buy everything brand new!
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