{"id":25389,"date":"2025-07-01T12:23:07","date_gmt":"2025-07-01T12:23:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/?p=25389"},"modified":"2025-07-02T15:18:16","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T15:18:16","slug":"easy-dollar-tree-college-survival-kit-affordable-practical-gift-idea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/index.php\/2025\/07\/01\/easy-dollar-tree-college-survival-kit-affordable-practical-gift-idea\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy Dollar Tree College Survival Kit \u2013 Affordable &amp; Practical Gift Idea!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"ai-optimize-7 ai-optimize-introduction\"><em>Looking for college survival kit ideas? Make your own to send them back to school with all the essentials!<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-10522983 skip-lazy lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"diy college survival kit from dollar tree items\" width=\"912\" height=\"479\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/diy-college-survival-kit-from-dollar-tree-items-.jpeg\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-8\">Consider making this fun DIY College Survival Kit gift basket with our <a href=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/College-Survival-Kit-Printable.pdf\">free printable card<\/a> and filler items from <a href=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/save-money-with\/dollar-tree\/\">Dollar Tree<\/a>! The goal is to create a simple college gift basket with items you think your recipient will both need and love. I scored everything pictured below at Dollar Tree for about $13!<\/p>\n<div class=\"knockout default-blue\">\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-42\"><strong>Hip Tip:<\/strong> If you want to make multiple graduation gift baskets and need ideas, consider shopping DollarTree.com for <a target=\"_blank\">personal care<\/a>, <a target=\"_blank\">cleaning supplies<\/a>, <a target=\"_blank\">snacks<\/a>, and more in bulk.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11427796 size-large lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Supplies on counter for basket fillers\" width=\"912\" height=\"665\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/College-Supply-Basket.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-44\"><em>I remember how bummed I was in college to have to spend and budget for essentials like soap, detergent, toothpaste, and batteries for the first time. My freshman college roommate received a college gift basket like this, and I remember being kind of jealous at the time! &#128514;<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"ai-optimize-11 intro lead\"><strong>Without further ado, let&rsquo;s make a super affordable college survival kit from Dollar Tree!<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11142462 size-large lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"A DIY College Survival Kit spread out on a kitchen counter\" width=\"912\" height=\"456\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/College-Survival-Kit-2.jpg\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"knockout outline default-blue\">\n<h3 class=\"ai-optimize-14\"><strong>Here are some fun college survival kit ideas to consider:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-15\" style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-16\">Flip flops (for shower shoes)<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-17\">Earplugs<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-18\">Sleeping masks<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-19\">Laundry detergent<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-20\">Dryer sheets<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-21\">Laundry basket<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-22\">Laundry bags<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-23\">Hangers<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-24\">Snack foods (ex. Ramen noodles, microwave popcorn, etc.)<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-25\">Shower gel<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-26\">Loofah<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-27\">Coffee mugs and\/or cups<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-28\">Instant coffee<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-29\">Hand soap<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-30\">Hand sanitizer<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-31\">Personal care items (ex. deodorant, toothpaste, etc.)<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-32\">Handheld tools<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-33\">Flashlight<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-34\">Charger<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-35\">Can opener<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-36\">Batteries<\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-37\">First Aid kit (antibacterial gel, bandages, pain reliever, etc.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9903040 size-large lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"close up of green basket with college supplies inside and inspirational note\" width=\"912\" height=\"479\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/College-Survival-kit-4.jpg\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"contentwrap\">\n<div class=\"knockout outline default-blue\">\n<h2 class=\"intro lead ai-optimize-38\" style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/College-Survival-Kit-Printable.pdf\">Print our College Survival Kit Card<\/a><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10184837 size-large lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Hand holding card with college survival kit gift needed items\" width=\"912\" height=\"479\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/college-survival-kit-gift.jpg\"><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-39\">\n<div class=\"recipe recipe-shortcode\">\n<div class=\"recipe-title\">\n<h2>DIY College Survival Kit<\/h2>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"button button-transparent print-recipe\" href=\"#\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-print\"><\/i>Print<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"padding-top small\">\n<h4 class=\"section-header\">Supplies Needed<\/h4>\n<div class=\"ingredients-list background\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/College-Survival-Kit-Printable.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFree printable card \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=845001&#038;u=316239&#038;m=64888&#038;urllink=www%2Edollartree%2Ecom%2Fwhite%2Dstacking%2Dplastic%2Dlaundry%2Dbaskets%2F163082%3FNtt%3Dlaundry%2520basket&#038;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSmall laundry basket \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTape and ribbon \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCollection of gift basket fillers \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3tuvxvC\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tClear cellophane wrap (optional)\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"margin-top margin-bottom\">\n<h4 class=\"section-header\">Directions<\/h4>\n<div class=\"directions background\">\n<div class=\"grid-x\">\n<div class=\"cell small-12 large-12\">\n<p><span class=\"step\">1<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/College-Survival-Kit-Printable.pdf\">Print the card<\/a> and attach it to the basket using tape.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"grid-x\">\n<div class=\"cell small-12 large-12\">\n<p><span class=\"step\">2<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Fill the <a target=\"_blank\">basket<\/a> with all your goodies.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"grid-x\">\n<div class=\"cell small-12 large-12\">\n<p><span class=\"step\">3<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-6\">Cover the basket with <a rel=\"\" target=\"_blank\">clear cellophane<\/a> and attach a bow or ribbon.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11143157 size-large lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"a college gift basket tied up with a ribbon\" width=\"912\" height=\"604\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/College-Survival-Kit-1-1.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"intro lead ai-optimize-45\"><em>This is such a thoughtful and practical college gift idea!<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-40\">Other than gift cards or cash, I honestly struggle with what to give as graduation gifts. College gift baskets don&rsquo;t have to cost much as they can mean so much to someone that you thought enough of them to hand-pick every item in a large basket like this!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"intro lead ai-optimize-41\"><strong>For more college survival kit ideas, <a href=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/tips\/college-dorm-room-essentials-checklist\/\">try adding in items from our dorm room essentials checklist<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for college survival kit ideas? Make your own to send them back to school with all the essentials! Consider making this fun DIY College Survival Kit gift basket with our free printable card and filler items from Dollar Tree! The goal is to create a simple college gift basket with items you think your recipient will both need and [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":25391,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-25389","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tips"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25389","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=25389"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25389\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":25393,"href":"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25389\/revisions\/25393"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/25391"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=25389"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=25389"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=25389"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}