With results day in the not-so-distant future, and with there usually being only a month or so between results and move in day, now is a good time to start checking off the items on your 'what to take' list. I've compiled a list of my own, comprising of essentials and luxuries, for you to have a look through to make sure you aren't forgetting anything!
Kitchen:
Plates (I'd recommend taking two large plates and two medium, it's always useful to have a spare) Cutlery Glasses Mugs Tin Opener
Pots & Pans (A wok is a good idea, stir fry is a student friendly meal option!) Oven Gloves Toastie Maker Smoothie Maker Brillo Pads Tea Towels (These get very grim very quick so take a few)
Dish Washer Tablets
Kitchen Roll Kettle
Colander Potato Masher
Potato Peeler Tongs
Bottle Opener
Tin Foil
Cling Film
Washing Up Liquid Toaster (It's a good idea to discuss items like kettles, toasters etc. with your flatmates so that you don't end up bringing one each. If you can't get in touch with them prior to move in day then I'd say don't buy one, but if you have a spare toaster at your house then take it in case). Chopping Board Wooden Spoons
Knives & Knife Block
Bin Liners
Tupperware Containers (You tend to have a lot of left overs when you're cooking for one!)
Water Filter
Cheese Grater Straws (Preferably not plastic!!!)
Fruit Bowl Recipe Books
Snacks - Crisps, biscuits, fruit etc. Cupboard Foods - Baked Beans, Soup, Pot Noodle, Herbs/Spices, Coffee, Tea, Sugar, Pasta, Pasta Sauces etc. Drinks - Alcohol, Bottled Water, Cans of Pop, Dilute Juice. First Day Essentials (Good for claiming your space in the fridge and making sure you have enough to eat for at least the first 24 hours) - Milk, Butter, Bread, Cheese, Condiments, Sandwich Meats etc.
Bedroom:
Duvet & Duvet Cover
Pillows & Pillow Cases
Coat Hangers
Bedside Lamp
Laundry Basket Ear Plugs (A life saver when you're trying to get some sleep and everybody else is out in the courtyard screaming)
Alarm Clock
Rug
Telivision Xbox/Wii
Photographs
Posters
Bunting Storage Boxes
Fairy Lights
Full Length Mirror
Laptop
Clothes (Day Time & Night Time)
Dressing Gown
DVD's
Charger's
Make Up
Hair Appliances/Product
Pyjamas
Speaker Record Player
Bathroom Essentials:
Towels
Bath Mat
Shampoo
Conditioner
Body Wash
Razors Sanitary Products
Toothpaste
Toothbrush
Hand Soap
Toilet Roll
Deoderant
Medical:
Plasters
Paracetamol
Hand Sanitizer
Cleaning Supplies:
Cif
Bleach
Polish & Duster
Window Cleaner
Carpet Cleaner
Rubber Gloves
Educational: Folders Plastic Wallets
Notepad
Pens
Pencils
Highlighters
Calendar
Scissors
Glue Tape