As the school year begins and everyone settles into their suites or dorms, the ultimate goal is to make your space feel like your own. Why live in a bland space when you can make it feel just a little bit more homey? Here are 5 must have items for your living area to help you live the suite life on a budget !
Tapestry: $14.99
A tapestry can fill up wall space, while also giving the room some color. I found a great tapestry off Amazon from Bless International; not only is it a great quality for a low price, but they also have several patterns to pick from! It’s an essential piece to place behind your coach or lofted bed, plus it makes a great backdrop for pictures!
https://www.amazon.com/Bless-International-Psychedelic-54x72Inches-140×1…
3-Cube Organizer: $24.99
This shelfing unit is small but is great for storage. I found this at Target, where they also sell bins that fit perfectly to tuck away items! It can be stacked horizontally or vertically double, or stand as a bedside table!
https://www.target.com/p/3-cube-organizer-shelf-11-room-essentials-153/-…
Table/Floor Lamp: $19.99
Light up your life with either this table lamp or a floor lamp ( Each lamp can be found at Target) ! The floor lamp would be a great item for a living room space in your suites common areas. The table lamp would add to a space in any living room on a coffee table or in a bedroom.
https://www.target.com/p/table-lamp-white-shade-with-brass-base-room-ess… https://www.target.com/p/led-task-floor-lamp-brass-room-essentials-153/-…
Throw pillows: $16.99
Throw pillows are a great accessory to add to yout couch or bed. While the front has a pattern, the back is a solid color which creates multiple options for your designing theme! These can also be found on amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/Wonder4-Geography-Decorative-Decoration-Navigatio…
Area Rug: $17.99
The last item on the list is a rug to tie the whole room together. This rug is from Joss and Main is only $17.99 for a very decent size. They have multiple sizes available as well as multiple colors! Finding an inexpensive rug can be challenging, but check out this brand for some trendy affordable options.
https://www.jossandmain.com/rugs/pdp/penrock-way-flatweave-cotton-white-…
Hopefully these items help brighten up your living space while staying on a budget!