Dollar stores are incredibly popular these days. While many things are not worth buying, some things are worth the money. The best part is that shopping at a dollar store will not wreck your budget. Here are ten things you will not regret buying at dollar stores:
1. Cleaning products
Despite the renowned belief that brand products are the best ones, when it comes to cleaning products, the brand does not matter at all. Sponges, dishrags, brushes, dishwashing liquid, glass spray, and toilet bowl cleaner are all great at dollar stores. Cheap cleaning products work just as well as the expensive ones.
2. Dishes
If you feel depressed every time dishes break, it is because you spend too much money on them. Dishes at dollar stores are budget-friendly so you can buy many of them and do not worry about breaking them.
3. Hair accessories
It is okay to spend a few bucks on high-quality hair ties that you are going to use once in a while. However, if you have kids or you love experimenting with different hairstyles, head to the nearest dollar store and find cheap yet good quality hair accessories you need.
4. Clothing
Okay, you will not find a wonderful dress or super stylish jeans at dollar stores. But socks, sweatpants, and T-shirts are incredible and ridiculously cheap there. Can you imagine shopping with five dollars in the pocket?
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5. Picture frames
Want to frame your old pictures but have no money for those cute frames that cost tons of money? It is time to go dollar store shopping. There is a great variety of beautiful picture frames at dollar stores. They are all awesome!
6. Party supplies
Are you a party junkie? The next time you throw another party, consider getting your party supplies at dollar stores. Stock up on balloons, wrapping paper, bows, greeting cards, decorating items, dishes, and tableware. You will save more than you may expect.
7. Office supplies
From paper clips, pushpins and pencils to pens, calendars and notebooks, you can find many cheap office supplies that are of good quality. Just make sure you choose wisely.
8. Pregnancy tests
Surprised? Many women claim that dollar store pregnancy tests are astonishingly accurate. You can get one for less than $15. Give it a try and let us know if it is really accurate.
9. Wire or plastic hangers
Just moved to a new place? You probably need a lot of hangers. No worries. You can buy a pack of 10 or 20 wire or plastic hangers for a dollar or two. Isn’t it cheap? Exactly.
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10. Books
I love books, but oftentimes they cost a lot of money, so dollar stores are my safe bet. I usually visit several dollar stores when I need to find some interesting yet cheap books. If you are looking to bestsellers, though, dollar stores might not be for you.
Find out what things you can buy at dollar stores to save money on monthly expenses. You never know what you may discover. Share your dollar store experiences with us.
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