They're a little flimsy (but so are the ones elsewhere), but if you're taking a meal to someone they're perfect, especially for a dollar! Petroleum jelly with cocoa butter is excellent. !Glowsticks.baseball/football/bella sara cards. I loved this post! dollar finger painting Masking tape- no. I also like the fancy wall stickers - they are pretty nice for $1 and they don't tear up my wall either. also, any "meat" at The Dollar Store-gross! everything is $1 or LESS. Im opening a set of Dollar Tree Watercolor Paints and Im so curious to see how good they are. Why spend $5 at Walmart? I love the rolls of brown craft paper and glow sticks! !My friend used a $20 pregnancy test that came out negative, the next day used a dollar store test that said positive, she was pregnant! I tried them a few times over the years, and they were aweful all the time, but great where my sister lives! "Pte" is French for "dough". Good deal.One of the Dollar Trees near me also often has bulk lots of very decent yarn (Lion, Caron, etc.) They're a great deal!Oh! Pumice stones- The little white block is the best thing to happen to my feet! I would say some things I always buy there are sandwich bags (your going to throw them away when done), paint brush, light bulb, for sale sign, posters, and laundry soap ( I use this on my jean and husbands work cloths. :). Not sure if it was already mentioned, but I love to buy coloring books there. I loved this post. Nowhere on the bottle did they say non-toxiccheck the label before buying!!! I just wanted to say Thank you for posting this. I recently bought some paper lanterns and decals and spruced up my kitchen bar area for $6. And if you like to do small or simple puzzles on rainy days, sometimes you can find a few good ones to grab. They also have the colored stones to go in the bottom of the vases. The paint moves nicely with water and lays transparent/ translucent on the page. Pick one of these up, it's totally worth it.I would recommend not buying electronics. Always Buy: Shower Curtains, cheap holiday decorations for mostly-uncelebrated-holidays (Mardi Gras, Chinese New Year, etc)Avoid: medicines (be sure you check expiration dates on them! We got some of the pate - play dough and I like it. They're also great for covering patio furniture in the winter or making makeshift "greenhouses" when a freeze comes. I would love to feature your post on my blog. The last time I bought bubbles at The Dollar Store they smelled do badly of chemicals I threw them away! If you don't pay attention, you get fleeced. Excellent post! If you have kids that wash themselves you know how much shampoo you go through. Like 5 yards vs. the 15 or so yards you get at other stores so, you get what you pay for. I like their napkins, plates (though flimsy but they do the colorful job), and cups. I got one of the kinds with the really thin brush to do decorative things on your nails and it works GREAT! Great post! I buy hair conditioner to use for shaving my legs- way cheaper than shave gel and my legs are more moisturized! I was blown away with these paintbrushes! So stroll with me through the aisles and I will tell you all those things you should buy, It's so much cheaper at The Dollar Store and works great in those. for only a $1 !!! Today I picked up foam poster board, a wax "warmer", and 3 2013 calendars - some to use as prizes for my annual Red Hat Christmas Party! They had about 4 different packs, Needless to say my friend grabbed a ton, and when she told me about it, I ran in and got a bunch. How did it turn out? Silkience bath & shower body wash. Chocolate kisses,get just enough to satisfy & not overdo. The dollar store CLR works amazing! High quality!Microfiber cloths- YES. Hubby and I are thinking of trying for baby #3 so I may have to check the ovulation ones out! A day ahead of time and cheaper then the exact paper coming out Sunday, I LOVE the dollar store. Family Dollar and Dollar General are $1 and UP. The q-tips you have pictured are FINE it is the ones out of plastic that are JUNK! I just discovered those knock off magic erasers. 3 packs for $1 and at five below it's 1 pack for $1.50. I Love it when the Dollar Store gets overstock of Name Brand products worth well over a buck. And we are still using the Dollar Store serrated steak knives I bought when I moved into my 1st apartmentfrom 10 years ago! My daughter just bought the exact package of bobby pins, lol, so we'll have to see how they work. I even do holiday sets! they are way more everywhere else. Their dinner and glassware are great buys too. I am not sure about prices elsewhere but I am in love with their micrfoiber hand towels and wash cloths, they wash and dry SO soft and fluffy Before you go to the movies, stop in for the large movie size boxes of Raisenets, Hot Tamales, Milk Duds, & other movie candy that normally cost 5+ at the theater. Who would think they could be made so flimsy and still look like bobbi pins? Have a great weekend! LOL love this post, but Ive got to tell you that pate is french for dough. lol =], kid's sunglasses are GREAT at the dollar store. These work just as well and for a fraction of the cost! Funnels/thin plastic cutting boards/ measuring cups and spoons- Funnels are great quality. and potted meat? Those el-cheapo shower curtains are great for covering a craft table when you know you're about to make a major mess (painting with kids comes to mind). I always go in there to snag gift bags, tissue peer and don't laugh, cinnamon. These are great to have to take dinners to folks who are under the weather, just had a baby or for holiday gift giving :). I buy tooth brushes. If I had to choose something to pass on I would say the batteries. Potted Meat? The company you buy from could be buying them second hand and giving you a discountbecause the product is about to or is already expired. There are a couple of products I've come across that are just not worth the $1. I but lots of medications there. Agree with the scotch tape--my 6-year old son uses it for all his inventions, so I have to hide a couple rolls if I hope to have it when needed! Oh and hoilday or house decor! Thin and flimsy.Pet food BOWLS- Sure. Might be different tastes or expectations of a certain product, or they may actually be getting different things in the same package! So much cheaper and still accurate. So worth stocking up on them! )- hand sanitizer-painters tape. And they have something called "Hot Patches." Plus for all the Pinterest users, the crayons can be used for the melted crayon craft. Dollar Tree has all these NEW art and craft items- and of course, they are all just $1. I make it a rule not to buy most foods at the dollar store. Tried and true. :P)I like to buy my plastic storage containers at the dollar store and laundry baskets. They all suck. )I learned about the pregnancy tests when someone ahead of me at the checkout got one! I love Reynolds Wraps pre-cut foil. I always manage to find something I like, or something I can add a little DIY to. You get like 300 in the pack at the 99 cent store, compared to 50-100 at Walmart for $4. My dollar store pregnancy test did not work :), I'm with you for most of it .. other than the shampoo. Share your experience with us! The ovulation kits work and are the brand my OBGYN recommended. This is where I go to browse for craft project ideas. The designs sand off easily with a nail buffer (also sold here) if you want to customize them but get 2 packs. For any and all holidays, it is more than worth it to check out whatever they have, especially Christmas, Easter and Halloween. Sleeves of Snickers, Milky Way, Hersheys, and more for a buck each! They make great toaster oven "pans" oven/cookie sheet liners and foil packets. (clothes pins were USELESS, ironing board barely stood up, laundry basket cracked on the first use. I use them to wrap up my handmade items that I sell online. This website uses affiliate links. I buy them there, not the brand you have pictured though & they work great. They were 100% correct for all 3 of my pregnancies;). BUY THESE NOW. If you can't find them in the toiletry aisle, check by the registers. They have some decent holiday decorations there too! other than that - I agree ! We also find name brand toothpaste and tootbrushes. I buy my Sunday paper every week there. I'm not sure about the other colors, but I stay away from the colored ones and always go with the clear liner now. Still great to use in a bathtub, though! Ewww. Epic post, and I had to LOL at the potted meat comment. you really made me laugh with the q tips. i've gotten coloring books, hardcover books, and puzzles from the $ tree. I actually purchase their sweeteners! I wondered because they are what, 10 times more at the regular store?! First, I didn't know they had them at the Dollar Store so I will def be buying them there from now on. I buy dollar store barrettes and hair bands. Love the dollar store!!! The ones I buy, are all the same size & a straight package, will make sure to avoid the ones you pictured :), I buy gift bags, cards, party plates, plastic spoons for work, disposable gloves, shower caps to cover my hair while the hair dye sits, and a pool net for my daughter who was doing a water birth. freeart It is really expensive at name stores and I mix it with sugar for coffee anyway. I work at a Dollar Tree and there are so many bargains. and next block down is my fave Goodwill store!!hugs! Water color paints- I got a ton for my daycare and they're all just awful! Also disposable aluminum pans for taking dinner to friends. for the same price) they sell off the larger sizing to the Dollar Stores. Bobby pins are another- they bend way too easy-I do pick up cards from them- can't stand the thought of 3-4.00 going for a card and if you look you can find decent ones.I have found some really cute earrings sometimes- not often -. Cool. I rejoiced the day I discovered the pregnancy tests at the Dollar Tree! I bought a white shower curtain liner and was very disappointed in it versus the clear liner I buy now. You'll never find knockoff perfume that is as good as the real thing- even if it's a perfect match scent-wise, it will not stay on. i work with kids and i have a plastic box that i fill with little goodies to take with me to see my kids. The works. It's poor quality. Things like buttons, hot glue sticks, tape, canvas, felt.. the list goes on and on.-Holiday decorations. Thanks for sharing at Uncommon! Let it cool, and you've got custom place settings for super cheap. Don't waste your money and just buy the good ones. Greeting cards are great. Great post. They taste terrible! if you purchase those items, i may be compensated. $1 for like a 1'x3' piece of bubblewrap. I never buy the crayons! I buy multiple generic birthday cards for all the parties my kids go to. I bought Cotton Swabs at the Dollar Store once and nobody could explain the experience better than you. I use it everyday, and it last a good while. (especially the little plasticy ones for my 19month old! I also get my greeting cards from their as well as gift bags and tissue paper. Bonnie ;). What about seasonal stuff? Sometimes you can find a "surprise deal".. My friend stopped by there on her way to work one morning, and an employee was unloading LPS (littlest pet shop) They were the 2 pack ones , and they were actually the real LPS !! the pink ones (sweet n Low)100pks to the box $1 the yellow (splenda)only 50 to the box..but still quite a deal!! I have found that Walmart's brand of stuff is sometimes worse that dollar store generic! Great post. I also bought those movie style box candies. )I also always buy disposable pans there to take to people when I make meals for them. Fun Post!!! They have crayons figured out. Oh, so helpful - who knew about the pregnancy tests? I saved 2k! Birthday presents for friends for a long time!! :). Love the DS. I get a lot of my snacks and condiments from dollar storeshair products. White erase markers. I used the 99cent pregnancy tests before purchasing the hotshot one that says "pregnant" on it. NEVER ever buy their trash bags many bad experiences. I think they sell so many things at $1 that are 50 cents at Wal-Mart. Took them on vacation and they were awful. I was lol about the bobby pins bc I bought these and you are so right about themthey suck terribly:( The pregnancy test.so works!! What a great idea for a post!!! What a great post!! We go through a ton of those every summer. Molasses cookies? dollartree jot graffix Grab:POPROCKS ARE A SPECTACULAR DEAL. AS AN AMAZON ASSOCIATE I EARN FROM QUALIFYING PURCHASES. My son wouldn't be here today if it wasn't for dollar store ovulation test. I also agree about the plastic baggies - the 'snack' size is perfect for my toddler when we're out & about. I also buy:Contact paper-way cheaper than vinyl headbandsribbonJelly BelliesSandpaperglitter gluegreeting cards, oh my gosh, you are cracking me up with the potted meat and bobby pins! Pass on the pregnancy tests. Thanks for the great post. Their electric and masking tape is TERRIBLE. They come in sets of two, all different sizes, with lids! BUT I do go for a Diet Coke, way cheaper than the grocery store! I am all for saving money and love the dollar store, but I can't compromise on window/furniture cleaner :). As a college student, I go there for many different reasons. I have to second the person that mentioned headbands- the stretchy or hard kinds. I too, love the Dollar store. GREAT post! PASS on dollar store clothes pins if you want to do anything like you know hang up clothes to dry. recycled gift bags we all have laying around. yes! I can't pass up those either! Thanks for sharing your incite! I hope this helps :), Great post, I agree with everything except the bobby pins if you are a dancer. I would love it if you would come link up with Busy Monday (open Monday through Thursdays) at A Pinch of Joy, a linky party for ideas that make life for everyone better, easier and more fun! Thanks again for the wonderful post.Tea Toddhttp://www.teatodd.blogspot.com. With my other 4 pregnancies only dollar store ones and they were all right!!! Except the cheap crayons are wonderful for melted crayon art! They literally last for like a minute if they even have a charge to begin with. Craft and teacher supplies are great items to get at the Dollar Store! Well as long as I have had the penswhich majority of the time isn't very long lol! Their best April product is the April Cold Cream, it deep cleans and removes make up. I'm pinning this right now :). Good idea for a post, though. Thank you for this helpful list! What did you think of their expanded Craft section? I have found great toddler's age books at the Dollar Store! Love this post! I found out I was pregnant with my fourth (and last!) Don't buy plastic wrap from the dollar store. I decided if it comes in wipe form, it isnt a good buy, go for the sprayable liquid instead (I tried multisurface wipes, and glass cleaner wipes). We headed to the Dollar Tree and got empty spray bottles, ajax powder, CLR-type stuff, rubber gloves, scrub brushes, swiffer-style duster with refills, heavy duty trash bags, a shammy cloth, and paper towels to tackle the mess. I snag most of those items too. If it doesnt have it printed on the bottle call the company and give them the code on the bottom. I think it has a lot to do with the fact that the ones from the dollar store use a dropper and the others use a steady, ten-second stream. Paint by Numbers tips + 8 Simple ways to enjoy your canvas more. I've bought a few things that have been worth a dollar.