
Dorm Decorating on a Budget: Cedarville Edition
September 24, 2025As Abbey prepared to move to Cedarville University for her freshman year, she spent hours curating Pinterest boards filled with dreamy dorm room inspiration. But once she started shopping, the reality of high price tags set in. Instead of giving up on having a cozy space, Abbey got creative and found smart, budget-friendly ways to bring her dorm room vision to life. In this post, she shares her favorite tips for decorating on a budget, including ideas like $1 picture frames, mood-setting string lights, and checking Cedarville Classifieds for great student-to-student deals. Whether you’re an incoming freshman or just looking to refresh your space, Abbey’s ideas will help you create a room that feels like home without dipping into your coffee budget. Read on to see how you can decorate your dorm room with style and intention, all while sticking to a student budget.