Sometimes, college feels like home. You see your friends the minute you leave your room, and you're just as busy as you used to be. You're picking up your mail, vacuuming your room and doing your laundry. Everything feels perfect.

Other times, it feels like nothing's right. You're missing your parents, and the friends you've grown up with aren't here for you to talk to.

If college feels more like camp than home, here are a list of ways you can decorate your dorm room to make it somewhere where you can feel at peace!

1. A comfortable bed changes everything

Cute sheets and a big pillow might be exactly what you need to make your bed feel more like yours! Even if you don't plan on spending too much time sleeping in college, a comfortable bed will make your room the go-to place for your new friends! (Don't forget a mattress pad!)

2. Photos

Pictures of your friends, your parents and places that warm your heart can also help make your dorm room feel more like home! When your friends come to visit, it'll also be a nice reminder to them how much they mean to you.

3. Lights

Having a dark room can often make you feel lonely. Twinkle lights not only brighten your room but also create a feeling of warmth. If you're planning on getting brighter lights, know that your roommates might not let you leave them on at night!

4. Knowing where everything is

Often times, living in a dorm doesn't feel like home because it's hard living in such a small space and not getting a little messy. Organizing your space might be exactly what you need to feel composed. Organizing is so simple if you just find a space for everything. Keeping your desk organized should be your priority!

5. Decorations

Little decorations can brighten your day! You can decorate your room to feel like every morning when you wake up, you're at a party! Hanging party decorations on your ceiling or walls can make your room feel much more comforting.

6. Keep your days organized

At home, it's hard to forget important things because your parents are always there to catch your mistakes. In college, it's easy to forget what times you have meetings and when you promised your friends you'd grab a bite. With boards, you can stay organized and make your room feel more like home!

7. Tapestries

Tapestries are a super simple way to make your room feel less bland. They can take up an entire wall if your walls are feeling empty and you can't find the time for arts and crafts. Finding one that suits your style can really help make your room feel more like you.

8. Seating

Home feels more like home when you're surrounded by friends. If you get excited every time there's a knock at the door, make sure there's a place for visitors to sit!

Your room is where you'll spend most of your time studying and sleeping! Home starts here.