“Reform Your Dorm” While college tuition may increase every year, the size of the average dorm room does not. Lifestyle expert Amy Sewell offers tips from Bed Bath & Beyond to help college students set up an efficient and stylish dorm room.
Find It Here, Pick Up There. Let someone else do the packing! Bed Bath & Beyond offers a unique service that eliminates the hassle of packing the car or the cost of renting a moving van. Simply shop at a local store, and pick up items at the store closest to college.
Gear Up. Protect the thousands of dollars in electronics you take to college. Lock up valuables in a heavy-duty safe, and use a Laptop Lock to secure your notebook computer anywhere on campus. An Electro-Man Multi-Outlet provides plenty of outlets for computers and chargers, and a Portable Notebook Cooling Station keeps your computer cool when using it on your lap or in bed.
Dress It Up. When decorating your dorm room, stylish bedding can provide the biggest bang for your buck. A foam mattress topper and a Bed Bug Mattress Protector are great for people with allergies and for mattresses that have been in the dorm for generations. Top it off with stylish Nautica bedding and sheet sets, which let you make a fashion statement for your room without breaking the bank.
Hang It Up. Use hanging organizers to keep accessories from taking over the room. A Handbag Hangup Natural Purse Organizer and Gearbox 10-Compartment Shoe Organizer will keep items organized and help you make the most of limited space.
Stack It Up. Think vertically as well as horizontally. Stash your stuff in colorful totes and bins on top of shelves, and use Bed Lifts to create storage space underneath the bed.
"The ABC's of School Lunches"
The new school year brings the daily challenge of packing healthy lunches your children will eat. Lifestyle expert Amy Sewell from Shop with Style offers tips for packing tasty lunches that kids will not trade with their friends!
A – Apples, Bananas, Celery. Pack plenty of produce to add color and nutrition, including at least one serving of fruit each day. To get kids to eat their veggies, fill celery sticks with a bit of peanut butter or include low-fat salad dressing for dipping fresh veggies.
B – Bite-Sized Options. Child-friendly foods like baby carrots, grapes and bite-sized muffins are easy to pack and fun to eat.
C – Calcium. Low-fat milk or yogurt will help build strong bones and provide protein to keep kids satisfied throughout the afternoon.
D – Deli Meats. Sandwiches are a lunchtime staple, but they don’t have to boring! Try several varieties of Hillshire Farm Deli Select Lunchmeat, which come in hearty or thin slices and are made with no by-products or artificial flavors. They also come in double-sealed, resealable tubs that guarantee freshness and great taste. For days when kids prefer not to take sandwiches, roll up a few slices of deli meat and pack some whole grain crackers and low-fat cheese cubes.
E – Eco-Friendly. Use insulated lunch boxes with reusable food containers to eliminate the waste associated with paper and plastic bags and food wrappers. Lands’ End has a variety of sizes, colors and styles of lunch packs that are suitable for students of all ages.
F – Freezer Packs. Keep lunches safe for up to five hours by placing an ice pack inside an insulated lunch box.
G – Get Creative. Substitute whole grain English muffins or pita pockets for sandwich bread. Use cookie or sandwich cutters to make kid-sized sandwiches, or cut cucumbers and other produce into fun shapes. Include Post-it notes in lunch boxes to wish children a great day and tell them how much you love them!
