{"id":36270,"date":"2023-02-19T09:06:57","date_gmt":"2023-02-19T15:06:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.imsa.edu\/acronym\/?p=36270"},"modified":"2023-02-22T14:06:50","modified_gmt":"2023-02-22T20:06:50","slug":"winter-dorm-decorations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.imsa.edu\/acronym\/2023\/02\/19\/winter-dorm-decorations\/","title":{"rendered":"Winter Dorm Decorations"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you enjoy cold weather or a winter holiday like Christmas, this article is for you! Decorating your dorm room can be an incredible mood booster, especially when academic, extracurricular, or external responsibilities start to pile up. It can also be a great roommate bonding activity, as each person can bring their own decorations that represent their hobbies, or personal favorites to get to learn more about each other. Winter decorations can range from hanging mistletoe or dangling sparkly plastic snowflakes on the ceiling, but this article merely dives into a few starting possibilities of how to decorate your dorm room at IMSA for winter.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Winter-Themed Pillows<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Pillows are (undeniably) a crucial part of IMSA dorms. Not only are they comfy and homey, but they also add a lot of personality to the room. Some examples include <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/AVOIN-colorlife-Christmas-Snowman-Decoration\/dp\/B0BBPRSTDT\/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3GZ389EP315RE&amp;keywords=winter+pillows&amp;qid=1675893521&amp;sprefix=winter+pillow%2Caps%2C324&amp;sr=8-3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a long snowman pillow<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Ussap-Decorative-Christmas-Pillowcase-Decorations\/dp\/B0BBQZ961V\/ref=sr_1_7?crid=3GZ389EP315RE&amp;keywords=winter+pillows&amp;qid=1675893521&amp;sprefix=winter+pillow%2Caps%2C324&amp;sr=8-7\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a festive 4-pack pillows<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> , and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/NIDITW-Greetings-Snowflakes-Decorative-Pillowcase\/dp\/B07YHRT9ZX\/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3GZ389EP315RE&amp;keywords=winter+pillows&amp;qid=1675893521&amp;sprefix=winter+pillow%2Caps%2C324&amp;sr=8-4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">a color-themed 4-pack<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, all from Amazon. There are an incredible variety of patterns and themes to choose from, but the list above shows the different vibes you want your room to give, whether it\u2019s based on a certain color, like red, or if it\u2019s a cute and cozy vibe, as shown with the snowman pillow.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Crochet Winter Tapestries<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you know how to crochet or are willing to learn, this is the perfect decoration to make in your free time. Although this can vary drastically depending on the theme you\u2019re aiming for, the general idea is to crochet 20-30 Granny Squares in any pattern and sew or crochet them together to create a checkered tapestry. You can also skip the squares and crochet one giant blanket with pattern changes between sides, although this might be a bit more challenging for beginners.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Winter-Themed Posters<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Just like tapestries, posters are a great way to fill up the endless, bland wall surfaces of an IMSA dorm. Some starting ideas for general winter lovers could include beautiful scenic shots like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Magical-Sunset-Winter-Landscape-Poster\/dp\/B07JCJYNH8\/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=12RY01EG3QJPO&amp;keywords=winter+posters&amp;qid=1675892390&amp;sprefix=winter+post%2Caps%2C384&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;psc=1&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUE4WkhBRVM4UzcwU1UmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTAwNjM4MDc1NUZHNTJMNExOTlQmZW5jcnlwdGVkQWRJZD1BMDg5NzM1NDE4TFNIVTExWFlLQ0Umd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">this one<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, set in nature or forests during sunrise. These are also breathtaking because the sun shining on the snow makes it seem almost sparkling, and it can definitely brighten anyone\u2019s day. Other options include having separate, smaller, framed pictures, like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Mirabuy-Unframed-Christmas-Reindeer-Scandinavian\/dp\/B08P18R9Y6\/ref=sr_1_3?crid=12RY01EG3QJPO&amp;keywords=winter+posters&amp;qid=1675892390&amp;sprefix=winter+post%2Caps%2C384&amp;sr=8-3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">this example<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, which can be hung up in a series.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Snowy Wreaths<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Wreaths are perfect to hang on your door, especially if the front is not decorated by your wing already. They add a sense of home to your room, and they are fairly easy to put up and reuse in future years. (They also make great gifts for the holidays, whether it\u2019s for your friends or family members.) Winter wreaths, like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Yistao-Eucalyptus-Artificial-Celebration-Farmhouse\/dp\/B08MPZ11PV\/ref=sr_1_11?keywords=winter+wreath&amp;qid=1675892268&amp;sprefix=winter+wr%2Caps%2C123&amp;sr=8-11\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">this one<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> from Amazon, are mainly composed of leaves and plants and often include bits of snow or miniature bells to represent the holiday season.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Dorm decorations can help create a more lively atmosphere for both you and your roommate. While it doesn\u2019t take too long to set up, those decorations can have a lasting impact on your experience on campus. The next time you want to upgrade your dorm, this article can (hopefully) serve as a good starting point. Happy decorating!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you enjoy cold weather or a winter holiday like Christmas, this article is for you! 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