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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Emerson chapter.

Spring has sprung, collegiates! The weather is about to become beautiful, but don’t forget about your dorm. Spruce it up for Spring! It’s your final chance to decorate before packing up for the summer, so make it count! I’ve compiled some DIY crafts that will make your dorm super adorable.

Mini Mason Jar Cupcakes

Materials

* Mini Mason Jar

* Assorted beads for sprinkles

* Glittery bell

* Thin ribbon

* Cupcake holder

How to: http://club.chicacircle.com/got-candy-try-these-candy-jar-with-caulk-ideas/

Confetti Sticks

Materials

* Large, clear straws (about 1/2″ wide)

* Stapler

* Confetti

* Glue

* Assorted Glitter

How-To

http://bestfriendsforfrosting.com/2014/01/diy-confetti-stix/

Fringe Lanterns

Materials:

* Tissue Paper

* Paper Lanterns

* Fringe Sciccors 

* Standard Scissors

* Mode Podge

* Small Paintbrush

How-To

 http://www.abubblylife.com/2013/04/fringe-paper-lantern-party-diy.html

Tissue Paper Owls

Materials

* 6-8 sheets of 20″x 30″ tissue paper

* 1 additional sheet of tissue paper, same color

* Styrofoam ball, approximately 5″ in diameter

* Felt in black, white, and orange

* Pink/orange pipe cleaners

How-To

http://www.littlesproutcreations.com/2011/09/diy-tissue-pom-owls/

Initial Canvas

Materials

* Canvas

* Acrylic paints

* Paint brushes

* Cups for water & mixing paints

* White colored pencil

How-To

http://www.lovemaegan.com/2012/10/diy-gifting-custom-painted-initial-canvas-for-baby.html

 

 

Alexandra is a senior at Emerson College studying writing, literature, and publishing.
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