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Our Favorite Organization Solutions for a Small Dorm Room
July 6, 2023
When you’re dealing with limited living space in your dorm, it’s all about maximizing every single spot. Keeping things neat and clean can make a real difference in terms of the square footage available to you at any given time. Whether you’re spitting your dorm with roommates or have the (small) space to yourself, coming […]
The Ultimate College & Dorm Registry Guide
April 6, 2023
Start your college experience with everything you need with the help of your favorite retailers Starting college brings a host of changes, both for the student and their close family and friends. It’s an exciting new chapter in life that comes with a lot of new items to purchase — which can become overwhelming if […]
5 Tips to Simplify Throwing an Amazing Graduation Party
March 30, 2023
If you’re throwing a graduation party this year, check out this post for tips and tricks. It’s that time of year again! The time when proud parents celebrate their children’s accomplishments with a big ol’ party. Whether you’re planning a high school or college graduation party this year, check out our tips below to make […]
5 Graduation Party Ideas You’ll Want to Steal Immediately
April 5, 2022
Graduation parties — much like the grads they celebrate — come in all varieties. From small family get-togethers to full-blown bashes with the entire graduating class, there are plenty of ways to plan the celebration. The first step is asking the guest of honor the type of party they have in mind. This will give […]
5 Must-Haves for a School Spirited Grad Party
March 29, 2022
Senior year is winding down, your child has been accepted into an awesome school, all of “the lasts” are beginning, and you want to start planning a graduation celebration! But where to begin? You’ve probably attended a few grad parties over the years, so you may already know the general flow of activities: an open […]
Top Products for Your Transition From Dorms to Apartment Living
July 8, 2021
Moving out of the dorms and into your first college apartment? Make sure to pick up these essential items as you start shopping! Making the move from dorm life to apartment living is no minor adjustment. Sure, you’ve been living more independently than ever before for the better part of a year — or longer! […]
– Graduation Gift Ideas – Best Books for Graduates
May 4, 2021
A book is a classic graduation gift. Whether your celebrated alum has chosen further education or is beginning their search for a career, there is a perfect book for everyone! The typical books that come to mind for graduation gifts are often filled with inspirational quotes or practical (and sometimes witty!) advice. My own dear […]
A Simple Graduation Party in 5 Easy Steps
April 8, 2021
When my beautiful niece graduated from the University of Kentucky, I had recently purchased a new home and thought her graduation would be the perfect excuse for me to host a party. Because I had just moved in, I didn’t have a whole lot of time to plan, but we pulled it off and it […]
High School & College Graduation Gifts for Every Budget
March 30, 2021
Graduations — one of life’s many milestones that has a bittersweet element to it. On the one hand, it marks a student’s achievements and celebrates the closing of one chapter and the start of another. On the other hand, it can be a shock for family members and close friends to see someone they knew […]
Your 2020 Dorm Essentials
July 9, 2020
So, you’re a 2020 senior who just had the most unlikely and unprecedented end to high school and graduation ever. But the next exciting chapter of life is still ahead of you! You’ve got an entire summer to make whatever memories social distancing will allow and get ready for what’s next! If that’s college (and […]
Virtual Graduation Ceremonies and Celebrations
April 30, 2020
All across the nation, major life milestones are being put on hold as we navigate a global pandemic. Weddings, baby showers, graduations, anything that gathers 10 or more people in close proximity are being postponed or altogether canceled and moved online or to a much smaller back up venue and plan. Here at RegistryFinder we […]
DIY Gift Bundles for Your High School Grad
April 21, 2020
Make sure the high school grad in your life is ready for anything with these do-it-yourself gift bundles. It’s about that time! Graduation is right around the corner, which means watching our favorite kiddos become adults and head off to college. When it comes to gifting, it can sometimes feel like we don’t even know […]
5 Fun & Easy Unforgettable Food Themes for Your Graduation Party
March 5, 2020
The season is almost upon us. You know the one: where you don’t have to plan as many meals for your family during weekends in May and June because your schedule is filled to the brim with graduation party invites! Celebrating this milestone with friends and family is a rite of passage for high school […]
Top Bathroom & Kitchen Products for Getting (and Staying) Organized
March 3, 2020
Maximize your counter, cabinet, and under-sink space with organization solutions from Bed Bath & Beyond. Ah, spring cleaning. While the idea of getting organized can feel liberating, the process to actually get there can quickly become overwhelming. I always start with the best intentions, piling everything together, sorting trash and items to be given away, […]
Holiday Gift Guide for College Students
November 27, 2019
Of all the people on Santa’s list of naughty and nice, college students will inevitably be the most grateful recipients. For an entire semester, they’ve been pinching pennies and borrowing clothes from each other’s closets. They’ve spent their free time studying for finals or picking up an extra shift—and probably adding to their wish list […]
How to Beat the Freshmen Fifteen
September 12, 2019
We’ve all heard the horror stories of the famed “Freshman Fifteen.” It’s the tale of too much late-night pizza or dining hall goodness, too much time cramming and stressing over that history final and not enough time spent in the gym. So how can you escape this seemingly unavoidable pitfall? All it takes is a […]
