The school year is quickly approaching, and what better way to express yourself and impress your friend than with an aesthetically pleasing locker! Decorating your locker is super fun and easy to do, and all you need are a few materials and a bit of creativity. Things like mirrors, storage racks, decals, and pictures can turn your drab locker into something everyone will be talking about. Keep reading because you don’t want to miss all these locker decoration ideas.

Things You Should Know

  • Decorate your locker with stickers, wallpaper, photos, or lights.
  • Add organizing locker accessories like shelves and magnetic hooks.
  • Customize your locker with a photo collage or a DIY chalk board.
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Spell out your name with magnetic alphabet letters.

  1. Alphabet letters are an artistic locker decoration that adds personality. Find magnetic alphabet letters at the store or online, or consider making your own by painting wooden letters and gluing magnets to their backs. Put the letters on the outside of your locker so your friends can leave you fun messages between classes, or place them on the inside to hang loose notes.
    • Spell out your name or empowering words like “love” or “smart.”
    • Keep it trendy with text phrases like “LOL” and “GR8.”
    • Consider using fridge word magnets instead if you want to write out longer phrases—just make sure you pick a kit that’s school appropriate.
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Stick wallpaper to the locker walls and door.

  1. Wallpaper can turn your locker from drab to fab with a pop of color. Give your locker a modern touch by picking out a patterned or textured stick-on wallpaper or contact paper you like. This could be a brick, floral, or even metallic design. Cut the wallpaper to fit on the door or inside the back wall of your locker. Then, carefully peel back the adhesive cover and stick it on—it’s as simple as that![1]
    • Try using a credit card to gently scrape away any bubbles that may form while applying.
    • If you can’t find stick-on wallpaper, no worries! Consider using wrapping paper instead, hanging it by the corners with magnets and tape.
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Arrange a photo collage on the inside door.

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Put a dry erase board on the door.

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Make a miniature chalkboard for a classic look.

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String up pictures along the locker’s frame.

  1. A series of images can brighten your mood even on the worst days. Use tape to stretch a piece of string across the inside of your locker, letting it hang ever-so-slightly. Then, take miniature clothespins or paper clips and clip your favorite polaroids or small pictures to the string. You’re sure to smile when you open the door to see your pet, friends, or family smiling back at you!
    • Swap the pictures each semester to change things up throughout the year.
    • Consider keeping a polaroid camera in your locker so you can take photos with your friends during lunch or breaks.
    • If your locker isn’t big enough to string up pictures, don’t fret! Pictures can easily be stuck to the locker walls and inside door with magnets or sticky tack.[5]
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Purchase some magnetic hangers.

  1. Your locker can be cute and practical with magnetic hooks and clips. Not only do these decor items come in a ton of styles and colors, but they also help you organize your locker. Use magnetic clips on the inside of your locker door to hang your to-do list or homework. Place magnetic hooks on the walls to hold jackets, bags, and/or accessories.
    • Designate a hook or clip for each item to keep things organized.
    • For example, always keep your spare jacket on the left wall so you can easily grab it when you open the door, or clip up the assignment you have due later in the day so you don’t forget to turn it in.
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String fairy lights along the locker walls.

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Line the bottom of the locker with carpet.

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Insert a locker shelf.

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Separate supplies in color-coded bins.

  1. A rainbow of storage containers makes a locker look tidy and trendy. First, designate a color aesthetic for your locker (maybe that’s rainbow, warm tones, or pastels). Then, select a color for each of your classes and/or activities that match the aesthetic. Find corresponding small bins that’ll fit inside your locker. Finally, set up the bins in class or activity order on your locker shelves.
    • Consider using bins with lids so they can be stacked easily.
    • Think about using a small bin drawer. You can label each drawer with the name of the class or line the inside wall with the class’ corresponding color.
    • Stick to your color scheme and code throughout the school year, using folders and binders of the same color for each class. This will help you stay organized at school and at home.

Community Q&A

  • Question
    My locker isn't magnetic. What should I do instead?
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    This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
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    Try using tape or sticky tack to hang pictures in your locker. Hooks and hangers with adhesive, removable backings can also help you hang organizers, clothes, and/or bags.
  • Question
    When do I find the time to do all of these things to my locker?
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    This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
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    Try getting to school early one morning! Bring all your decorating supplies with you in a reusable bag, and get to work before the bell rings.
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    I can't find a plain, nice wallpaper for the life of me! Anywhere you'd recommend looking? I'm trying to find a blue, black, red, or gray wallpaper.
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    This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
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    A colored wallpaper is sure to look great in your locker! Try searching online or heading over to your local craft store. Who knows? You may just find a different color or pattern you like more!
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Warnings

  • Schools can check the inside of lockers at any point, so stay clear of decorations that are inappropriate or against school rules.
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  • Avoid damaging lockers so you don’t have to pay a school fine. Don’t write on the locker, apply glue, or use anything that’s difficult to remove.
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Alicia Oglesby
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This article was co-authored by Alicia Oglesby and by wikiHow staff writer, Aly Rusciano. Alicia Oglesby is a Professional School Counselor and the Director of School and College Counseling at Bishop McNamara High School outside of Washington DC. With over ten years of experience in counseling, Alicia specializes in academic advising, social-emotional skills, and career counseling. Alicia holds a BS in Psychology from Howard University and a Master’s in Clinical Counseling and Applied Psychology from Chestnut Hill College. She also studied Race and Mental Health at Virginia Tech. Alicia holds Professional School Counseling Certifications in both Washington DC and Pennsylvania. She has created a college counseling program in its entirety and developed five programs focused on application workshops, parent information workshops, essay writing collaborative, peer-reviewed application activities, and financial aid literacy events. This article has been viewed 76,072 times.
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One of the easiest ways to decorate a school locker is to cover the inside and outside of the locker with stickers. If possible, use stickers that are easy to remove, like vinyl decals. If you want decorations that are easier to rearrange, magnets are a great choice. You can also brighten up the inside of your locker with colorful wallpaper or contact paper. Or, cut out pictures from magazines and tape them into your locker to create a funky collage. If you like to doodle or leave yourself notes, attach a whiteboard or a chalkboard to the inside of the locker door.

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