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Most of us have spent some time studying at a uni or a college. And while a fraction of students are fancy enough to be living outside the campus, for the rest of us it's dorms and shared living spaces. Now, student life and being broke are basically synonyms, but not having any money might not be the worst thing at this stage of young life. Limited resources awaken creative ideas and these smart college students are here to prove it.

From engineered kitchenware to inventive cooking techniques these smart people do not let the college life lower the quality of their daily lives! DIY projects can save you a lot of money, and this list of economical solutions to everyday problems and dorm room ideas is a perfect example. Whether you're a student or just trying to cut back on expenses, this life hack list will inspire you to think outside the box. Have you ever solved a problem in an ingenious DIY way? Share your pictures below, or vote on your favorite!

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College

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This one's pretty good! I only ever seem to find water fountains that hardly clear the mouth guard though. Lol

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Blizzard + Ingenuity = Win

Blizzard + Ingenuity = Win

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So My Son Fixed Our Shower

So My Son Fixed Our Shower

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I Found The Other Phone Speakers Lacking Something, So I Made This

I Found The Other Phone Speakers Lacking Something, So I Made This

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Sorry, We Do Not Have A Microwave Available To Guests

Sorry, We Do Not Have A Microwave Available To Guests

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I'm Not Buying Socks For Another 5 Years

I'm Not Buying Socks For Another 5 Years

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Quick And Easy Way To Make Noodles For All You College Students

Quick And Easy Way To Make Noodles For All You College Students

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This one brings me back. That's how I prepped my ramen noodles.

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#10

Went To Visit My Son In College. This Is His Porch Furniture

Went To Visit My Son In College. This Is His Porch Furniture

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#12

I'm A Practical Grill

I'm A Practical Grill

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I May Have Crossed The Line Between Lifehack And Lazy

I May Have Crossed The Line Between Lifehack And Lazy

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As A Uni Student With No Money, I Give You My New Cups

As A Uni Student With No Money, I Give You My New Cups

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

you an use an iron to heat the edges to make them curl in so you won't cut your lips...

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#17

You Might Be A Redneck If...

You Might Be A Redneck If...

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You can peel potatoes with a drill too, but it has to be done in water which is probably a little dangerous

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Intuition Level: Broke College Students

Intuition Level: Broke College Students

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Living Situation: Broke College Student

Living Situation: Broke College Student

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Reminds me of Jack Lemmon in "The Apartment" when he was cooking for Shirley MacLaine.

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#24

Some Say It's Redneck, I Say It's Goddamn Genius

Some Say It's Redneck, I Say It's Goddamn Genius

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Parked My Car And Got Out, Then Saw This. Seems Safe To Me

Parked My Car And Got Out, Then Saw This. Seems Safe To Me

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College In A Nutshell

College In A Nutshell

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You Gotta Be Resourceful To Survive College

You Gotta Be Resourceful To Survive College

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The Student Loans Ran Out - Can't Wait Another Semester For A Second Bookshelf.

The Student Loans Ran Out - Can't Wait Another Semester For A Second Bookshelf.

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh the possibilities we are aware of when there is studying to be done.

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College Edition: When One Is Without A Dustpan, A Modified Pizza Box Will Work Fine

College Edition: When One Is Without A Dustpan, A Modified Pizza Box Will Work Fine

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Brilliant Idea

Brilliant Idea

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

that would be WAY more expensive than just getting a grill and bumper from a junk yard!

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My Neighbors Are Testing A New Cash Flow Alternative

My Neighbors Are Testing A New Cash Flow Alternative

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Cooking Level: Broke But Creative

Cooking Level: Broke But Creative

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My Razor Broke About 5 Days Ago

My Razor Broke About 5 Days Ago

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Lawnmower + Washing Machine Drum = Perfect Fireplace

Lawnmower + Washing Machine Drum = Perfect Fireplace

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My Dad's Solution When His Iron Stopped Working

My Dad's Solution When His Iron Stopped Working

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You know, that is the way flat irons have worked for hundreds of years before the electric iron - you put it on the stove.

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Desperate Times Calls For Desperate Measures

Desperate Times Calls For Desperate Measures

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's just dumb. Easy enough to drink/eat the noodles and broth right from the cup. I've done that lots of times.

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These are sooo stupid. Desperate is the right word for the person.

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TishaRodriguez
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's in a cup, just drink it... I don't see how this is resourceful, I don't know where those pens have been.

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#44

As A College Student, You Learn To Be Resourceful. Especially When You Don't Have A Microwave

As A College Student, You Learn To Be Resourceful. Especially When You Don't Have A Microwave

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Popcorn Fire Alarm

Popcorn Fire Alarm

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Toilet Paper Of A Broke College Student

Toilet Paper Of A Broke College Student

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When You Don't Have Enough Money For Christmas Tree, You Can Create One From Your Hair

When You Don't Have Enough Money For Christmas Tree, You Can Create One From Your Hair

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#48

Never Had A Toaster During Uni .. No Problem !

Never Had A Toaster During Uni .. No Problem !

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#49

This Might Work, When You Don't Have A Candlestick

This Might Work, When You Don't Have A Candlestick

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As A Broke College Student, I Make Do With What I've Got

As A Broke College Student, I Make Do With What I've Got

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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you run razors over jeans, every which way, it sharpens them enough for a couple more uses.

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#51

Smashed Potatos With Beer Bottle

Smashed Potatos With Beer Bottle

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Glass Of Cockatil. Very Economy!

Glass Of Cockatil. Very Economy!

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