Looking for a creative, fun, and personalized way to make your dorm feel more like home? Neon Entertainment’s Make and Take and DIY programs are a perfect solution for turning blank walls and bland bedding into a vibrant, self-expressive space. Whether you’re hosting an interactive campus event or want to offer a chill DIY activity, these programs let participants create personalized items they will actually want to keep.

With a wide variety of customizable items, you can add your name, emojis, logos, initials, or even photos from your phone or social media. Best of all, our Make and Take items are made on site by professionals, so students can leave with a finished product in just minutes.

Prefer a hands-on approach or working with a tight budget? Neon’s DIY events bring the creativity right to your campus. Simply choose your items, and we will ship all the supplies directly to you. It is an easy and engaging way to help attendees tap into their creativity and make something special they can take back to their dorms.

Check out some of our favorite dorm-ready Make and Take ideas below:

1. Full Color Sign Shop

Put your personality on display with a customized street sign. Choose your background, personalize your message, and walk away with a bold piece of wall decor that is perfect for your room or as a unique gift
Prefer something classic? Ask about our Traditional Sign Shop with vinyl letters on a solid background.

2. Photo Dry Erase Boards

Make your daily to-dos more fun. Customize your board with photos, quotes, sports logos, or anything else that makes you smile. Choose from fun shapes like rectangles or speech bubbles for a personalized touch.

3. Custom Photo Fan Zone

Show off your school spirit and creativity with custom dorm accessories like pennants, stadium cushions, car flags, or mini basketball hoops. Upload your photos or artwork and get ready for game day and beyond.

4. DIY Sand Scapes

Get hands on with one of the trendiest art projects, Sand Scapes. Use layered colored sand to fill in sticker-based designs. It is relaxing, colorful, and great for any skill level. Each kit includes bottles, sand, funnels, and tools.

5. Alpha Art

Spell out what matters to you with Alpha Art. You can create custom nameplates or inspirational words using stylized letter photography. Choose between black or white mattes with 3 to 6 letter openings.

6. Photo Sequin Pillowcases

Interactive and eye catching, these custom sequin pillowcases reveal your uploaded photo with a swipe. They are a perfect conversation starter and an easy way to upgrade your dorm style.

7. DIY No Sew Blankets

Need a cozy touch? Make your own blanket with our DIY No Sew Blanket kits. Pick from a variety of fleece colors and patterns, grab a pair of scissors, and tie it all together.

8. Custom and Photo Mugs

Start your mornings off right with a mug that is all you. Choose from traditional ceramic mugs or camp style stainless steel mugs and add photos, emojis, or custom text. Perfect for coffee, cocoa, or a personalized gift.

Why These Programs Are More Than Just Fun

These activities do more than add color to your dorm. They also support student well-being. Here are a few of the mental health benefits that come with Make and Take and DIY programs:

• Stress Relief: Hands-on creativity provides a much needed break from academic pressures

• Mood Boosting: Completing a project boosts dopamine levels and provides a sense of achievement

• Self Expression: Creating personalized items helps students assert their identity and feel more at home

• Improved Focus: Engaging in art and crafting can enhance attention and concentration

• Community Building: These events bring people together and foster social connections

• Sense of Control: Having a hand in shaping your space can be empowering, especially in a new environment

Whether you want to run a high energy interactive event or offer a chill drop-in DIY station, Neon Entertainment has a full lineup of Make and Take and DIY options ready to ship or bring to your campus. Bring your event to life and let your attendees bring home something they will actually use.

Reach out today to start customizing your campus events and help students deck their dorms in style.