With the current economy and rising prices, we’re all looking for ways to save money. Shopping at the local dollar store is one way to help with that.
One major concern about the dollar store is that you get what you pay for and that the quality is poor. While that may be true for some items, many are well worth the trip.
Here are nine things to buy at the Dollar Store that will save you money and a bonus list at the end of even more items to save on.
1. Greeting cards
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People still love getting cards on birthdays and special occasions. Greeting cards at a local grocery or big box store can easily cost $5 or more! Why spend that much on a card that gets put inside a storage box or, worse, gets thrown away?
Dollar stores, on the other hand, have really great designs, and you can get one or two cards for around a dollar (or $1.25).
2. Gift wrap paper and supplies
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Gift wrap can be pretty expensive, too, especially when you have lots of special occasion gifts to give.
Expensive wrapping paper might look nice, but you can make your wrapping look just as unique with gift wrap purchased from the dollar store. There are some great designs, and you can find ribbons, premade bows, gift bags, and tissue paper.
3. Wooden craft supplies
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The dollar store can be a treasure trove of craft supplies, and dollar store crafts are super popular. Just check Pinterest for dollar store projects!
The best part is that the selection changes often, so everytime you come in, you can get all new inspiration and project ideas!
4. Cleaning supplies
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You’ll often find the same cleaning products at dollar stores as at other stores. These are typically cheaper at the dollar store, so stock up and save money.
5. Toothpaste
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Buying toothpaste at a dollar store is a big money saver. Its the same toothpaste you would get at the regular store, but for a fraction of the price. As you can see, a lot of people know this little tip, so be sure to get yours when they stock the shelf!
6. Party supplies
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The dollar store is our favorite place to get party supplies – especially disposable plates, cups, silverware and table covers. They even have a ton of plastic serving dishes in various sizes.
Everything is available in various colors so you can find the color to match your party theme. They even have an entire section dedicated to wedding party supplies and decor!
7. Hair accessories
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If you have girls in the family, you know the struggle of hair ties and scrunchies that go missing daily. Save money and stock up on cute hair accessories from the Dollar Store.
8. Reading glasses
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Reading glasses are an easy remedy when the fine print gets too hard to read. If you have reading glasses, you probably like to keep a few spread out across the house and work for easy access. Dollar stores stock most of the regular reading glass powers, and you can easily stock them up without spending a fortune.
Don’t skip that trip to the eye doctor however. You’ll still need to have your eyes checked by a professional to know the exact power you need and to be sure there aren’t any serious conditions you should be aware of.
9. Dog toys
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When you have a dog that destroys all their toys, you don’t want to pay a lot of money for them. A dollar store is a great place to pick up a few at the dollar store, so you won’t waste lots of dollar bills on toys for your pup.
More Items You Can Buy to Save Money
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Laundry detergent
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Aluminum foil and plastic wraps
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Toilet paper and paper towels
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Toothbrushes
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Phone chargers (kids are always losing phone chargers)
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2 liter bottles of soda
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Disposable aluminum baking pans
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Notebooks, glue stocks, school supplies
Don’t skip your local dollar store when you’re looking for ways to stretch your budget. They often carry some of the brands more expensive retailers have for a discounted price. Who doesn’t love getting a bargain?
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