The time has come for most parents to send their children off to college. It’s a big step in both the child’s and parents’ lives, but we hope to make it a little easier with some helpful tips.

First things first, your child should have already had contact with their college roommate, the first conversation should take place before the big move in day. It is during this time the roommates can discuss what big items they are bringing. Who is buying the microwave, television or the refrigerator? Most dorm rooms are only 12 by 20 feet and have very limited space.

It is also important to be familiar with what is already supplied in the dorm rooms and what things are banned. It is always good to come prepared, but remember to edit. Whatever goes into the dorm room must come back down, so try and keep things simple.

When packing for your college student, make sure you bring a good mix of clothes. Will your daughter or son be pledging a sorority or fraternity? If so they will need appropriate clothes for rush and formals.

Click here for an intensive checklist for your college bound student. And Good Luck!

Jill Fenichell started Bongenre.com because she wanted beautiful plateware that would fit in with her lifestyle. With a busy family life in Brooklyn, New York, Jill needed something that was durable, but unique.

“I get to think about patterns I love, and work out interesting color relationships and rhythms between shape and pattern and color,” says Jill. “The real question is: how to connect the old to the new and to start people looking at old things, but in new ways. That’s what I want to do with my tableware.”

Her patterned plates have been featured on the pages of Elle Décor, Vogue, Instyle, Coastal Living and more. Stop by Beth Davis Interiors to see all the beautiful patterns we have in stock.

Elvis Presley, the King of Rock-n-Roll, died at Graceland, his home in Memphis Tennessee, 33 years ago today at the age of 42. His death was ruled as heart failure and some of his most avid fans never got over or accepted his passing. Even today there are still Elvis sightings across the nation.

In honor of the King, who would have been 75 this year, we decided to share with you some images of Elvis’ famous home Graceland.

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