Caramels
While you’re still hanging around the candy aisle, make sure you take a look around for the caramels.
Stock up and keep some handy for the next time you feel like baking some extra-delicious cookies (if you can keep from eating them all straight, of course.)
Trash Bags
For something that literally goes right back into the garbage can, trash bags can be super expensive - but not at the dollar store.
They sell both store and name brand, the latter of which is typically sold in smaller quantities than you’ll find at the grocery, but they’re still a good deal.
Coffee Mugs
Plain ceramic mugs are good for so much more than just coffee and tea. You can microwave soup and oatmeal in them, etc., which makes them a smart investment when you need to feed the family without breaking the bank.
You’ll find some solid color varieties along with some funny graphics if they’re more your style.
Reading Glasses
While reading glasses may seem like something that would require a visit to an eye doctor, that’s not necessarily the case. Before you run off to get a prescription, try the (much) cheaper version and simply buy a pair of reading glasses from the dollar store.
They carry several different strengths, from 1-3.5 diopter. You can even buy an extra pair ahead of time for when the first pair gets inevitably misplaced!
Gift Wrapping Paper
The dollar store offers a wide variety of beautiful wrapping paper for all types of occasions. You’ll find solid, sparkly, and printed rolls of paper for everything from baby showers to birthdays, and beyond.
At other stores, wrapping paper can cost $5 per roll, but at the dollar store, a 20-foot roll is $1. Even the gift boxes and gift bags are much cheaper at the dollar store.