‘Tis the season!

Even though for most college students, November and December are months primarily dedicated to cramming for exams and completing last-minute assignments, you can still get into the holiday spirit on a budget.

With all the preparation for school it’s easy to forget to celebrate the coming holidays. Decorating a dorm room or an apartment for the holidays may be a bit challenging. Nonetheless, taking a few minutes of your time to arrange simple, inexpensive decorations can brighten your room, while giving you a break from your brutal studying schedule.

Beforehand, you should let your roommates know you’re decorating plans. Considering traditional differences is essential when starting your decorating project. Moreover, keep in mind the rules and regulation for decorating your dorm or apartment.

Six Holiday Tips:

1. Snowflakes: that essay you totally bombed would be perfect for this project. Follow tutorials like this one and you’ll have a perfect snowflake.
2. Front door wrapping: any leftover gift wrapping or ribbons for last Christmas will be perfect for this project. Click here to see how.
3. Get a tree: whether it’s real of fake– what’s Christmas without a tree? It’s a perfect way to decorate your dorm or apartment. Here’s a list of affordable trees for your study desk or living room.
4. Lights: adding lights can really brighten your mood and create the perfect atmosphere for the holidays. Click here to see how.
5. Mistletoe: don’t forget to put a mistletoe above your door way. Click here to see.
6. Seasonal Music: blasting seasonal music will get you in a festive mood. It’s perfect listening to it while you’re decorating, studying or hanging with friends. Click here to listen.