20 Super Simple Dorm DIYs That'll Make Your New Space Feel Like Home
1/21Making a clinical dorm room feel truly one's own is tricky. You can forget about nailing into the wall, painting the door, or buying statement furniture to anchor the space. Accessories are your best ally in transforming the vibe from depressing cell to inspiration lounge.
The 20 small decor pieces ahead — from the tiniest planters to a natural wood ladder shelf — will give major personality to a blank canvas. Also did we mention they are affordable and completely one-of-a-kind?
2/21Modern Staghorn Fern
Plants are the secret sauce to bringing good energy into any lifeless room. This fern can easily be attached to a wire grate leaning atop a dresser.
3/21Ladder Shelf
If you don't have room for a bookcase this sleek ladder is an almost better replacement.
4/21Crate Wardrobe
Stacking boxes on top of each other creates vignettes for all your shoes, bags, and jewelry that need a moment.
5/21Jewelry Branch Holder
Never scrounge around in a small box again for your favorite necklace. This super affordable display is just the right amount of bohemian.
6/21Patterned Matches Tray
All your earrings will nest gracefully in this matches tray. Ideal for putting in a drawer or keeping on display.
7/21Marble-Dipped Vases
If you have a bold bedspread, opt for sophisticated white vases with a swirl. They look great solo or grouped together.
8/21Hanging Flower Ball
This silk flower pendant can easily be tacked into the ceiling. Plus, it doesn't need any TLC.
9/21Geometric Pencil Cup
You'll be writing a lot. Make sure to have a graphic holder for all your tools.
10/21Copper Hanging Planter
Get your macrame on with these planters that have just the right amount of color and copper.
11/21Moon Garland
A light celestial garland will lend good vibrations to your dreams.
12/21Yarn Wall Hanging
Add texture to the wall with this light, but dramatic centerpiece. The subtle peach is grownup, but still energetic.
13/21Pine Serving Tray
Let's be real, you'll probably be working late into the night from your bed. This tray will make sure you don't get crumbs everywhere.
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Find an old light fixture at the thrift store and give it a dramatic new life.
15/21Splattered Rope Bowl
The chicest hair accessory container of them all. And, there's so many color possibilities.
16/21Dipped Chair
If you don't have the budget for new furniture, consider giving sparkle to an old piece with partial painting.
17/21Tiny Face Planters
Place these darling succulent holders on top of a stack of books. Homework won't seem so intimidating.
18/21Wrapped Cords
All your ugly chargers will blend seamlessly into the decor with these chic wraps.
19/21Dream Catcher
This subtle take on the classic wall art will look dreamy over a bed or a desk.
20/21Soy Candles
It's not just about making your space look good. When your guests catch a whiff of these candles they'll want to come over and make them, too.
21/21Cushioned Bench
This padded bench is ideal for the end of your bed or as a vanity seat.
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