When it's time for a member of your family to pack up and start a new chapter in their lives by moving away from home to attend college and university, it can be an emotional time but also a time for some serious shopping. Bedding, towels, bathroom accessories , kitchen pots and pans, cutlery and crockery and utensils are all on the list for most young people heading off to halls of residence or shared accommodation at the start of their higher education journey. These are the 'big ticket' items but what about the 'bits and pieces' they might need at some point and are unlikely to find in their nearest local convenience store? READ MORE: Autumnal luxury velvet bedding that customers say is 'super comfy and cosy' and the best they've ever bought YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE: Emma launches sale on selected pillows, toppers and mattresses - up to £160 off There are a number of quirky student starter kits you can get on line that have thought of the smaller things your loved one might need - and they make a fantastic present for someone you know who is about to depart and might not have thought of some of the items included.
One of the most positively reviewed is Amazon's Student Survival Kit that comes in a little tin but is packed with thoughtful items on sale for £26.95. The product description says that the fun and practical gift has been designed by students, for students and includes 18 essentials all to help make student life a bit easier.
The list of items includes sewing kit, p.