With SFU’s annual “Coolest Room’s on Res” nomination period having come to a close, it’s now time to visit the SFU Residence and Housing Facebook page to determine a winner by “liking” your favourite dorm room! For those of us who lack the creativity to create a jaw dropping dorm room your friends will love to hang out in, though, here are some easy things you can add to your dorm room to spice it up.
Fairy Lights
Fairy lights are the perfect way to add some twinkle to your life. They’re decorative and beautiful but also an easy way to light up a dark room. For ideas, check out this article from homedit for some ideas on how to use string lights to decorate your bedroom!
Where can I get it? Bed Bath & Beyond, Walmart, Urban Outfitters
Budget: $13.99 – $32.00
“Guest Book” Poster
A guest book poster is another great way to brighten the walls and also a great way to represent the new friends you’ll meet on campus. Pick up a colourful poster board, tape it to the wall, and have your friends write you a cute message or sign their name when they visit your room!
Where can I get it? Walmart, Michaels, Local craft store, SFU Bookstore
Budget: $2.50 – $5.00
Photo Collage
Feeling homesick? Why not paste or tack some familiar faces to your bedroom wall! Not only will it warm your heart but it will add some colour to those plain white walls. Even try arranging the photos in a pattern and clip them up using paper clips or pin them onto a bulletin board!
Where can I get it? A family photo album!
Budget: Free! (If you’ve already got them laying around)
Trinkets from Home
Don’t forget to bring some of your favourite memorabilia and stuffed animals from home to place around the room! It will really represent who you are to those who visit. Plus, it’ll remind you of home.
Where can I get it? Your childhood bedroom
Budget: Free!
Décor Tape
Use this easy-to-remove tape to line your shelves, mirrors, and the edges of your walls. A classy and simple way to add personality to a plain room!
Where can I get it? Hazelandrudy.com, Wal-Mart, Michaels, Bed Bath and Beyond
Budget: $3.25 – $7.99