One Dollar can get you a great find at your local Dollar Store.
When I think of $1 priced items, I immediately think of the dollar stores such as the Dollar Tree, 99 Cents Only Stores, and Family Dollar.
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Even Target stores have a $1 area now. Here are 20 fabulous finds that are absolute bargains in a dollar store.
You also have access to these stores online. Try DollarTree online and 99only.com
1. Dollar Store Reading Glasses
Coming from a person that wears prescription eyeglasses and ‘readers’, I love having the ability to find fashionable non-prescription glasses at the dollar store.
I’m prone to misplacing my eyewear, so I’ve gotten into the habit (and convenience) of having a reading pair from the dollar store in nearly every room of my home – and in my car.
I find that this also helps me to hold on to my prescription glasses longer.
You would be surprised at the number of compliments I get on my reading glasses!
2. Great Dollar Store Find: Greeting Cards
A really nice greeting card can easily cost you $5.
Often times after the receiver of your card opens it up, I would imagine the card itself is usually thrown away or set aside and forgotten.
Why not check out your local dollar store for a nice selection of greeting cards for nearly any occasion – and for only $1 out of pocket. Often, many of the cards are 2 for $1.
At that price, you can spring for two cards and still come out ahead.
3. Seasonal Decor
Every season you can find decorations at your local dollar store. Only $1 each!
4. Cleaning Supplies at the Dollar Store
Need cleaning supplies? They have sponges, scrub brushes, buckets, and items to clean your vehicle.
5. Foil/Plastic Wrap
I keep a supply of plastic wrap and wax paper on hand. I’m still a Reynold’s Wrap foil type of girl, but the dollar store foil will work in a pinch.
6. Gift Bags & Gift Tissue
The dollar store is my first stop when I need a gift bag, be it a wedding, birthday, or baby shower.
Have you noticed that there’s something about tissue paper in the bag that makes a gift look even more elaborate and pretty? It’s all about adding that special touch!
7. Great Dollar Store Find: Party Supplies
The dollar store is one of the best places to find inexpensive party supplies and decorations for nearly any occasion.
Nearly any occasion, from birthdays to New Years to St. Patty’s Day, Halloween, and everything in between.
8. Storage Containers
There are so many different types of storage containers available at your local dollar store, from smaller containers to larger storage bins.
10. Notebooks
I love the different selections of notebooks, binders, and writing pads they carry.
11. Poster Boards & Construction Paper
I remember when the large poster boards were much more than a dollar.
Now you can also get a pack of different colored construction paper and the foam boards for a dollar.
What a steal!
12. Glassware & Dishes
There’s an array of glasses and plates available.
During Thanksgiving, I picked up some really nice themed serving plates.
13. Balloons
The dollar stores have a nice selection of shiny mylar balloons.
14. Decorative Vases
This really could go under the party deco/supply area as well.
You can find such cute vases that can be used to complement table settings, such as in the picture above.
15. Picture Frames
They have all types of frames, from large to small.
You can use the small ones as nameplates at your next dinner party.
I’ve used them as giveaways to guests – with a photo of themselves inside.
16. Coffee Filters
Coffee filters are a staple at the dollar stores.
Sometimes they even have the brown organic ones.
17. Bandages
Bandages are another staple that you can also find in abundance at the dollar store.
18. Bobby Pins
Why pay more when you can get an entire card of bobby pins for only $1?
19. Cotton Swabs & Q-Tips
For one single dollar, you can get what looks like a gazillion cotton swabs and q-tips. Will I ever run out of them??
20. Envelopes
I always purchase my envelopes from the dollar store now.
They have a selection of plain white envelopes, security envelopes, as well as manila style envelopes – both large and small.
I’ve also found invitation style envelopes.
These are just some of the great bargains to be found in the dollar store.
What amazing items have you found in your local dollar stores?
Share it with us in the comment section below.
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