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Saving All The Dollars: Shopping At Dollar Tree

I do a majority of my shopping at the dollar store because it's the cheaper way to live!

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Saving All The Dollars: Shopping At Dollar Tree
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Money is tight when you're a college student... living on your own... and being the main support for yourself. I try my hardest to stretch every dollar I have, but still live a ~lavish~ lifestyle. In order to do that, I do a ton of my shopping at the dollar store. I actually enjoy it way more than shopping at a superstore. So here are my top finds to get this school year off to a great start.

Dishes

It's ridiculous how much dishes actually cost. I really don't think it's necessary to pay $5-$10 for a couple plates! The dollar store has a variety of different patterns and styles, so you're not stuck with something basic and plain. No one will guess you got your stylish dish sets at the dollar store. I've bought everything from wine glasses to a cheese grater there. I promise not to blow your secret if I'm at your house.

Food

Maybe this one won't apply to everyone, but if you live alone this is so important! You and six roommates probably won't share that small box of cereal, but if you just need something to get you around to the next payday, or you just want variety, you got it. Candy, hotdogs, snack crackers, juice, bread, it's all there for you and at the very cheap price of just $1.

Cleaning products

Unless you want to buy these in bulk (but who would, let's be honest we don't clean that often) the dollar store is where I go. They aren't high end, name brands, but they work! Spic and Span is my choice multipurpose cleaner. I also pick up cleaning wipes, magic erasers, dish sponges, dish soap and bathroom cleaner.

Nail Polish (and some other products)

I used to be bias and only use OPI nail polish, but I got over that pretty quickly when I didn't want to pay $9 a bottle anymore. Dollar Tree carries a handful of decent nail polishes, as well as nail products, hair ties and a handful of things worthy of trying. Don't buy anything that goes on your face, it's probably not worth the savings if your face falls off.

Greeting Cards

I love sending "thinking of you!" cards to my friends on the reg just to make them feel appreciated (plus everyone loves getting mail).

School Supplies!

If you need things that are sold super cheap during back to school sales, the dollar store is calling your name. Grab poster boards, pens, markers, coloring books, paper, notebooks and planners. It's all there waiting for you and at a much cheaper price than Meijer.

Gifts!

Maybe it's not ideal, but doing holiday shopping at the dollar story is a great way to save money when you don't have it. I like to make gift bags of candy or little toys for all the kids in my life. Grab a picture frame and give it to your best friend with a cute photo of the two of you guys. Do a wander through the store and see what else you can come up with!

Now go out and save all the dollars.

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