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Dorm rules usually look like this: no drilling, almost no floor space, and often a ban on open flames or extra plug-in loads. Decor still works if it hangs with adhesive, runs on batteries, or sits on the desk. This list is for students decorating a room and for parents packing a December care package. What’s in this post Lights that do not need an outlet race Hooks that come off in January A cluster that fits a desk corner Glass that peels clean A wreath that hangs on the door Lights that do not need an outlet race Battery fairy lights are the dorm default for a reason. The innotree 6-pack LED fairy string lights (on Amazon) are warm white, 10 feet each with 30 LEDs, copper wire, and a timer (6 hours on, 18 off). Each strand needs 2 AA batteries (not included). Wind one along a headboard, through a bookshelf, or inside a clear jar. Six strands cover a roommate pair without fighting for one wall outlet. ...