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The Best and Worst Buys At The DollarTree
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D.G. Sciortino
04.06.18

The Dollar Tree is, perhaps, one of the greatest places on Earth. You can DIY refurbish your entire home in that store. But the reason we shop at the Dollar Store is to save money.

So, you’ll want to make sure you’re only buying products from the store that are worth the money. We got you covered for that.

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Here Are 35 of The Best Dollar Tree Items:

1) Greeting Card

Spending more than $1 on a greeting card is crazy. Some places will charge you $4 for a single card. Never again! Get your greeting cards from the Dollar Tree from now on.

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2) Fake Flowers

You won’t find them cheaper anywhere else. The Dollar Store has a decent selection of fake flowers. You’ll be able to make due with these on your next project.

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3) Socks

Dollar Tree is home to one of the coziest foot experiences on Earth. They sell super fuzzy slipper socks, three packs of socks, and even thin dress socks. It’s totally worth it to buy socks from the Dollar Tree.

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4) Party Supplies

You can throw a colorful themed party with all that you can find at the Dollar Tree. From cutlery, cups, tablecloths and more, the Dollar Tree has it all. They are especially great for baby showers and children’s birthday party.

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5) Holiday Decor

I buy a new sign from the Dollar Tree to hang on my door for every holiday that passes. They have really high end looking ones that really make the house feel special. You can fully deck your entire house out for every holiday at the Dollar Tree.

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6) Sharpies

If you’re not looking to buy Sharpies in bulk, it’s best to get yours from the Dollar Tree. The brand name marker will only cost you a buck. You can also get a multipack of the knock-offs.

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7) Goodie Bag/Stocking Stuffers, Easter Baskets

Forget about paying for shipping when buying online. You can get everything you need for goodie bags, stocking stuffers, and Easter baskets at the Dollar Tree. They have little toys, candy, and all sorts of thing to make those special packages great.

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8) Gift Wrapping

Never buy gift wrapping stuff anywhere else. You can buy tissue paper, gift bags, and wrapping paper at the Dollar Tree. You also get bows and ribbons.

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9) Floss Picks

Dollar Tree is a great place for your dental hygiene needs. You can buy dental floss picks for super cheap here. They come in packs of 50 or 60 from brands like AIM.

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10) Air Fresheners

You can purchase all kinds of air fresheners from the Dollar Tree. Whether they are sprays, for your carpet, or car. You’ll also find brand names like Air Wick and Renuzit.

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11) Pregnancy Tests

You can save a ton of money by buying your pregnancy tests at Dollar Tree. They also have ovulation tests. They work just as well as any other pregnancy test.

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12) Ibuprofen and Asprin

The stores charge triple what you’d pay at the dollar store for pain relievers. You can save big on aspirin and ibuprofen.These work just as well as the name brands but they also sell name brands.

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13) Chip Clips

Most households go through these things pretty quickly. So that’s why it’s so great that you can get a pack of three for a buck. The Dollar Tree sells all sorts of different types.

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14) Dishes

You can switch out all of your dishes for under $20. They have some good looking pieces in a variety of colors. They might chip easier but they can be easily replaced.

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15) Soaps

The Dollar Tree has soap for every room in your house. From kitchen soap, to hand soap, to bath soaps. You won’t be able to beat the quality for the price.

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16) Glasses

The Dollar Tree often has really great frames. They sell sunglasses, clear lenses, and reading glasses. You can buy a pair to match all your outfits.

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17) Foam Board

School projects often require the use of foam board. It can get pricey if you’re buying the stuff elsewhere. Dollar Tree sells foam board and everything else you’ll need for your trip.

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18) Spices

Spices can also be pricey. The Dollar Tree sells all kinds of spices. It works great for when you need a spice that you don’t use often and don’t want to drop a bunch of money on.

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19) Parchment Paper

This is also something we might not use that often. You will also pay more for it in the stores. You might not recognize the brand but that might not be important in this instance.

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20) Candy

The Dollar Tree has loads of name brand types of candy. This is perfect for taking with you to the movies. You can buy three types of candy for the price you’d pay for one bag at the movie theater.

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21) Helium Balloons

The Dollar Tree has an array of mylar balloons for a variety of occasions. They’ll even fill them up with helium for you… all for a dollar. You may want to call ahead because these sell out quick.

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22) Picture Frames

The Dollar Tree has a variety of nice looking picture frames. You can get all different sizes for just a buck. They come in lots of different colors and finishes.

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23) Glow Sticks

If you bought these at a party store, it would probably cost you at least $10 for three packs. You can buy a bunch more at Dollar Tree for way cheaper. They have all different kinds of sticks, to glasses, and wands.

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24) Aluminum Pans

Dollar Tree is the only place to buy these. They are perfect for when you’re transporting food for the holidays. You can also use them when you cook a big meal for company and don’t want to clean up a ton of dish and cookware.

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25) Vases

They have a variety of vases in all sorts of shapes and colors. This is perfect for DIY wedding centerpieces. You can even order online if they don’t have enough in the store.

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26) Coloring and Activity Books

Dollar Tree has coloring and activity books for you and the kids. And they have really nice ones too. They have familiar characters your kids will love.

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27) Carpet Cleaner

You don’t have to splurge on expensive products to get your home clean. You can get perfectly good carpet cleaner from Dollar Tree. And you don’t have to sacrifice on the name brands.

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28) Thank You/Holiday Cards

Stop buying your packs of Thank You and holiday cards at the stationary store. You can find really nice ones there.

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29) Disinfect Wipes

You won’t find these things at the grocery store for less than $2. So they’re a steal at the Dollar Tree. You’ll just have to forgo the name brand.

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30) Craft Supplies

Stop spending so much money at the expensive chain craft stores. Buy your craft supplies at Dollar Tree. They have small canvases, paint, glitter, and glue.

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31) Q-Tips

You can also save a few bucks by buying Q-Tips at the Dollar Tree. You can get one of those big 350 piece boxes too. You can also buy a nice jar to store them in.

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32) Cleaning Brush

You can spend half the price on cleaning brushes at the Dollar Tree. There are toilet brushes, brushes for your pots and pans or more.


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33) Saran Wrap or Aluminum Foil

This stuff is always on sale at the Dollar Tree. You can opt for name or non-name brands with this item. You’ll get a little more product with the non-name brands.

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34) Transparent Tape

You get quantity and name brands when you shop for transparent tape at the Dollar Tree. You can buy packs of two for a dollar. You can also get the invisible “magic” type.

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35) Gardening Supplies

You can get all sorts of gardening supplies. Pick up essentials like planters, plant labels, and garden tools. You call also get things to beautify your garden like stepping stones, wind chimes, and lights.

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Now, Here Are 10 Of The Worst Things You Buy at Dollar Tree:

1) Utensil and Knives

This is an instance where quality wins over quantity. You want your utensils and knives to last long. They probably won’t if you’re getting them from the Dollar Tree.

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2) Electronic

The same goes for electronics. The Dollar Tree has also sorts of things like headphones and speakers. But the likelihood that they will last more than a month is pretty slim.

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3) Plastic Kitchen Tools

These end up being pretty puny. They don’t hold up well when you wash them. You’ll just end up having to buy new ones.

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4) Spray Bottle

If you need your spray bottle to work for less than five minutes, then dollar store spray bottles are great. If you it to work longer than you might want to spend more on these. They break super quickly.

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5) Cleaning Supplies With Nozzles

The same goes for cleaning supplies. The often get stopped up and stop working. Don’t bother with these at the Dollar Tree.

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6) Crayons

If these are crayons that you know will be lost by the end of the day, then it’s fine. But Dollar Tree crayons don’t draw as well as other crayons. They are lot more waxy.

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7) Batteries

Sometimes you’ll find name brands on batteries. But other times you won’t. These don’t really end up lasting long. You’re better off buying these at the wholesale stores.

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8) Canned Food

That can cost $1 but is it worth $1? You might be able to get that same can cheaper at the grocery store. So, you’ll probably want to pass on dollar store canned foods.

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9) Gum

Gum also something that isn’t really worth it. They come in tiny packs. Wholesale stores like Costco are a better bet for items like these.

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10) Hair and Skincare Products

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If you’re going to go with these, stick with name brands. The off-brand items might not be allergy tested. You are also not sure how your skin will react to them.

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