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Cheap Decorating Ideas For Your Dorm Room

You don't have to spend tons of cash for a cute space.

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Cheap Decorating Ideas For Your Dorm Room
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You live in a dorm room for months. It should be a space that promotes creative thinking and makes you feel comfortable. Here are some cheap and unique ideas for decorating and maximizing your study and living space:

1. Washi Tape

Washi Tape is a great option if you're on a budget. It takes up tons of blank space and is super creative. My roommate bought the rolls she used for her wall at Walmart for less than $10:

Here's another idea of a design with instructions from The Finishing Touch Blog

2. Plants

My roommate and I have a variety of plants in our room. Here are some of our succulents we have:

If you want something a little more exciting and need to add a pop of color, try this catctus garden from From Esther With Love

3. Signs

This may seem stereotypical, but there can be a ton of unique options besides the same old posters from the dollar store. I personally have this tin sign honoring one of my favorite episodes of "I Love Lucy":

Or if you want a DIY option, try this one for a cool, bohomian aesthetic:

4. Decor That Doubles As Organization

I bought this cute tin organizer for all of my lined and printer papers.

Here's a DIY option:

5. Tapestries

Tapestries are a huge trend right now in dorm rooms. They're extremely cheap and easy to find all over the internet. Here is mine right beside my bed:

If you do choose to get a tapestry, here's an awesome idea on how to hang them up.


Make your dorm room reflect your personality. It's easy to have a fun space with only a little bit of money invested.

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