DOLLAR TREE SHOPPING TIPS: 21 Things You SHOULD and SHOULDN'T Buy!

It's time to share the 21 Things You SHOULD & SHOULDN'T Buy at the Dollar Tree! This video is full of Dollar Tree Shopping Tips with things you should definitely buy at a dollar store or at the dollar tree to get the best deal and save the most money. Plus, I also share the things you should never, ever buy at the Dollar Tree! Just because is is only a dollar, doesn't mean it is actually a good deal.🙈 So let me share some of the best dollar tree tips with you guys!
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[@quail106]

Dollar Tree Magic erasers are just as good as name brand and way cheaper.

[@marys.115]

Dang your dollar tree is lit unlike mine 😂😂

[@gaby7402]

Mary Catherine Sawyer yea! 😂

[@aralyns3406]

Yesssssssss!!

[@gracemartinez106]

Mary Catherine Sawyer same

[@hayleharris3477]

Mary Sawyer

[@zyahnawilliams5588]

Gabster K me

[@kotiloss]

Yess! Thank you! someone finally said it, portion sizes and quality are key! Note! Walmart sells pregnancy tests for 0.88¢.

[@amandabaker6000]

Things to buy and not to by at target?

[@taylorthetrendygirl1319]

Yes

[@michellemiller1824]

Amanda Baker Everything is awesome at Target lol

[@amandabaker6000]

Michelle Miller so true 😂😂😂❤️❤️❤️

[@emilyannn]

buy everythung

[@teeniewoo88]

Ug, you caught me when you said not to buy Dollar Tree tools! Most of them are amazing! I'm a handywoman/landscaper at my house and the tool section at Dollar Tree is my jam! Most of the painting supplies are great. The wire, screwdrivers, hex tools, hammers, and levels are awesome. And they now carry rubber palm gloves that are usually 6-20$ elsewhere and are made so much better at the Dollar Tree. I just cut down trees and limbs in my back yard and didn't have any wear on them. The zip ties are great. The wire strppers are the one thing I found that don't work very well. But the tool section is AMAZING!

[@triciacross-bryant9151]

Christine Nicole yesssss! I just purchased an awesome level and tool set with 5 interchangeable heads. Love that section!

[@writerpatrick]

Paint supplies are definitely worthwhile because you can just throw them out when you're done rather than having to take the time to clean them.

[@montananerd8244]

THANKS for the tips! Awesome to know which things are worth the trouble! I can't wait to get the gloves!

[@davidhardcore704]

I agree I love that section. They work great and are durable enough for a $1. Definitely worth buying tools from the DT!

[@whatdoicallmyself4031]

Yeah do a part two and add your review on the kitchen ware

[@sparklebaby878]

I always buy puzzles at the dollar store! You can get 600 piece sets and they are great quality!

[@melissalee2286]

Julia K My experience with DT puzzles has been very inconsistent. Some of the PuzzleBug puzzles won't stay together or sometimes the pieces are bent. But some of the puzzles are great and are in perfect condition.

[@cristinaolvera6156]

Yeah, the normal ones are great. I bought some 3-D puzzle or somethin and they were hard to put together

[@nell2884]

I love love love to get helium balloons at the dollar tree I can get a whole bunch of five balloons for the price I would pay for one balloon at a florist or even a grocery store! They even have some really cute ones and even some with characters for kids! I would love to see another one of these videos

[@tashaswisher5303]

NaptimeCrafter absolutely I frequent dollar store monthly To get balloons for events! Best priced balloons!

[@vivian-rn8um]

yaaasss who else was waiting for her to post ily 💛💜💚💙❤

[@ingridgutierrez9802]

vivian chavarria me lol same I've been waiting

[@nicolepena4260]

Me !!!!! ❤️🌺❤️🌺❤️🌺❤️

[@user-sw5he4bu4u]

Me

[@Giggleloop04]

I always buy my Hair Brushes at the Dollar tree

[@laurenh286]

Alta Sargent my sister got one and it worked really well for about a year before the head came off, which could've been fixed with glue, but we were on vacation so we just got a new one, (she took it in the shower a lot too that's why it broke)

[@sammietube5183]

Alta Sargent samee

[@stephens42]

Alta Sargent yes, my sisters all got one it lasted them 7 years.

[@arianagra5910]

So do I

[@flowerstar0196]

Actually the Panasonic batteries are amazing.I bought some for my tv control a year ago and we use the control a lot in my house, the batteries haven't died yet.

[@kelliestucki1530]

I also like to get my 9 volts here since I only use them in my bathroom scale. I only need one (not a big Costco pack), so picking that up at Dollar Tree is great. The battery does last a long time too. I get our other batteries elsewhere.

[@leesalees8156]

Massi Jovial Try rechargeable batteries! That's what I've been using for years, and I never will buy a regular battery again lol you save so much 💰💰💸💸

[@jeniferbazyl2400]

Actually, did my own little test comparing DT batteries and the name brand... for only 2 weeks difference DT is still a much better deal!

[@Pauline-ir2tr]

I've bought the round "button" batteries there (not sure exactly what they are called) and they work great in anything I've put them in.

[@liiillllliiilllliilllliii9461]

Tv controller's don't use much power from the battery and are made to not waste the battery fast

[@Kelli_D.]

Some of their tools aren't bad I have some I've had for years and they get used a lot . and the bungee cords are great! we've bought a couple different packs (multi sized) and we use them a lot and aren't easy on them we've had them for about 4 years now and they're still holding up.

[@luvslagos]

Kelli Dowdell - Totally agree. Especially tools that are not used often. I have a rubber mallet and screw driver from DT that are amazing. I probably would not purchase a saw though! I think it is difficult to condemn an entire section of a store. I love the multi-use blades (e.g., box openers). You get 3 for a $1.00! I also purchase the blue tarps and plastic drop covers. Come to think of it, I buy a lot from the "tool" section! ❤️🔧❤️🔨

[@Kelli_D.]

me too I forgot we've bought the zip ties from there too a few times sometimes I got one or two in the bag that just didn't work right but I wasn't using them for anything major to begin with so it wasn't a huge deal. my main use for zip ties is to keep unused doors closed on my birds cages for the birds that I have who are Houdini's I use old broken dog leash latches or tiny little pad locks (just push them shut never actually lock them) on the doors I get into daily but I don't want to use up all my latches/locks on the other doors that aren't used so I use DT zip ties

[@MeganSaidThis]

I like the plastic tackle type box in the tool aisle, I have several and store my earrings in them.

[@Pauline-ir2tr]

We bought a 3" paint brush at Dollar Tree to paint our 12x10 deck, railing, and steps and sides. My husband painted all of that and the brush was still in good shape. He told me to buy a few in different sizes when I returned for whenever we needed one. A similar looking brush in a quality paint store was $14.00. I'm sure there was something better about it and maybe for painting walls or trim, the more expensive may have done a better job but for an outside deck, the $1.00 brush did a fantastic job and cleaned up well.

[@SB-ul1py]

luvslagos I bought that blue tarp too and love it! Have not seen it since however. Not sure it's still available. 🙁

[@tracierd9766]

I totally buy my holiday decor, cards and gift bags at Dollar Tree! Such a great savings. Balloons are also a steal. Please do a vid on food/pantry items you should/shouldn't get at the Dollar tree, taking into account both taste and cost-savings. Thanks!

[@amandalovesscents627]

Watch the party supplies like the plates and towels i have seen big varieties and more for 97 scents at Walmart

[@AliP1970]

ALWAYS check Wal-Mart for party supplies first! I stocked up for my son's wedding on plates/napkins/cups/silverware/ etc at the $1 store, only to get to Wal-Mart and find the same colors in larger packages for 87 & 97 cents. Do your homework before you run out of time to return things.

[@videoshomepage]

The $1 solar calculators seem like a great deal.

[@ShureiSetsuko]

I heard from a KZbin review they were cheaply made and break fast.

[@jenixelle8298]

ShureiSetsuko I don't agree. Maybe it depends on which calculator you get but I've had the same calculator for 2 years for school and keep it in my backpack and I break things easily in there.

[@sharitracy3222]

Food items, spices etc

[@dizzyy735]

Quick tip for people scrolling the comments! After school starts at Wal-Mart they have school supplies as low as 5 cents! You can stock up for the next school year!

[@Nirrrina]

Don't Read My Channel Name oh cool I was hoping they would do that. I'll have to check them out.

[@katm2424]

I buy oven mitts, bag clips, large tupperware containers, cupcake storage/holders, helium balloons

[@Crazea]

Yes, and also some dollar trees have a frozen section where ice cream and frozen meals etc are only 1 dollar :)

[@kittychlox4438]

Crazea be sure to check the ingredients bc loads of the products have really weird ingredients lists such as shredded cheese that doesn't have dairy

[@MakaylaMisier3706]

My dollar tree has blue bunny ice cream so that's where we buy it sometimes

[@cho_olatey]

I never need a notification for your channel!❤️

[@daniellebell3728]

Due ants have fingers,,,??? 😃

[@larissabarber21]

I really do like the batteries

[@kimdawn4888]

Yes!! Finally! I've always told people not to get school supplies at Dollar Stores...and they look at me like I'm crazy.

[@addietorres5614]

One of the things that I love about her is that she is SOOOO honest 💞 I love this channel😊😊💚 Love uuuuuuu

[@hopefaith8173]

Great things to know bc I'll be going to dollar tree

[@shelleylondry8959]

ANY BLUE windshield washer fluid WILL FREEZE in colder climates! The trick that I figured out while in High School was to add 1 container of rubbing alcohol to each resivor of windshield wiper fluid fill! So go ahead & buy the Blue fluid at the Dollar Tree & pick up several bottles of CLEAR rubbing alcohol!!! I grew up in Michigan & this worked wonderful for me!! Unless you have a coupon or the blue fluid is on sale elsewhere, it's only $1.00 at DT & the rubbing alcohol is usually 2/$1.00!! Any OTHER COLOR wiper fluid will already have an antifreeze additive in it and it's usually over $3 to purchase!!!

[@writerpatrick]

The fluid would also be fine for summer months, but most people don't think to change their WW fluid for the winter.

[@makaylabarnette]

Yay! Thanks for posting this! I love Dollar Tree and you made this help me not go extremely wild when buying things 😂

[@jevelyn2670]

Yesss ! Helping people out with budgets 😭😭 such a wonderful person ❤️🙆🏽

[@amandabaker6000]

YES!!!!!!! I love Dollar Tree vids thx so much!!

[@jazmynt8940]

Omg I llove wachig your videos!!! You are awesome🌸💕

[@nessa7850]

THIS WAS SO HELPFUL OMG THANK YOU! And yes do a part two please !!

[@JenniesSprinkles]

Love the video! The only back to school items I could justify buying from Dollar Tree are the very rare and super cute pencil bags, pencil organizers, and pencil holders, the ones that are always rare to find at a DT.

[@saraa2817]

wow!! amazing! love you and your channel 😊

[@skprboys4773]

I'm glad I'm not the only person named Melea

[@lydiastory7097]

Love the dollar store videos! Love all the what to buy and not to buy videos. Thank you for sharing your wisdom.

[@samanthazoma5739]

Wow!!! Thank you so much for the video, it was pretty useful ❤️❤️👍

[@404HandleNotFound]

I found CR2032 batteries for my flameless tea lights at my local Dollar Tree and they work great. I also found some AA batteries for a wreath I made. They work well. But I guess your mileage will vary with the batteries.

[@indigomoon9994]

LOVEIsDasani so agree! batteries have expiration dates. key is to pay attention to them. my local fire department said dollar store vs brand name don't mean much when costly Duracell or energizer can sit on the shelf for 3 years and get old and dollar store is new and purchased often so they last just as long or longer. he said most failed alarmsnin homes had brand named batteries because people are conditioned to think they Always will last longer just because they are brand named.... yes they could, but check the dates! be safe.

[@angelku382]

Target version pls!

[@thatpersongold5757]

I agree with Amanda Baker...A what you should and shouldn't buy at Target would be amazing!! More Dollar Tree hauls would be awesome as well😀

[@LadyLOVEchyld]

I literally came across your page looking for back to school giveaways for my nieces and nephews, and you are certainly serving all the goodies!! But I am obsessed with your channel. I'm gonna be on a binge for real!!

[@alexushendrickson8385]

You should so a dollar tree video where you try all the cake, muffin and cookie mixes

[@thatpersongold5757]

Alexus Rose that would be awesome!!

[@arourahall9972]

Thanks for being helpful with tips

[@thomasmurphy3021]

Aroura Hall I would avoid buying batteries because they don't last that long I would rely on Safeway or even the Energizer brand Energizer is much better cuz they'll last a lot Comment me back

[@jimmyshelton3876]

ANYTIME,,,I AM GLAD I COULD HELP YOU..JIMMY

[@LauraGarcia-kt6kl]

Thank you for letting me know...now I know not buy my school supplies at the dollar store... this is why I love watching Your videos I know where to get the great deals 💙💙💙

[@alissaseymour3755]

OMG, I didn't think that you could think about that so much and save your money! Thank- you so much and I will definitely be doing these things more often

[@hopefaith8173]

Please do another one ☺️

[@peachy-1511]

Love the video the dollar tree is legit the best, but I refuse to buy some things you mentioned

[@alohamora7791]

I'd love to see a round 2 of this! Great stuff! 😊

[@MaLLube2287]

I loved this video!!!Thank you so much for sharing all the info!!!

[@KarlyA.]

Can you please tell me where the big Dollar Tree is? I really want to go there! Is it kind of in the downtown area?

[@kcnurse19]

Karly Auvinen I want to know that also. Wondering how to find out where the huge store round here is located.

[@annikaousky2598]

Karly Auvinen I found one in downtown Pittsburgh but I don't know about anything else

[@KarlyA.]

Annika Ousky thank you! I appreciate your help! And I would actually love to go there someday. The one she is talking about is in Utah and I really want to go there. I hope she answers! 😁

[@bibinavneetkaurji1423]

Go to a bigger dollar tree

[@annikaousky2598]

Karly Auvinen oh ok I've never been to Utah so I don't know

[@batgirlrules2295]

I didn't even a notification ♥

[@laragilua]

I really learned a lot from this video! Thank you! I love going to the dollar store for make-up, hair accessories, and candies!!!

[@gianacesario8003]

your really bright and i love how u care about others and help us save money and get what is right

[@kenzielindley8999]

I remember when we went to dollar tree to get pregnancy tests we got like 10 and since we were so sad that she wasn't pregnant (And she was) so when my brother peed on one it said that he was pregnant we laughed so hard and then we went to Walgreens to get another pregnancy 🤰🏽 test she was pregnant and she is pregnant with a Girl!! And her name is Nora! So cute 😂 I'm gonna start A KZbin channel and I'm gonna vlog her being born so plz subscribe if u want!

[@PandoraFox87]

Walmart carries those same type of pregnancy tests for 88c

[@lisabird3870]

I used to get mine at Walmart too but they stopped carrying them at all of the Walmarts near me. Luckily the dollar store still had them!

[@michellemaples488]

I was in the dollar tree today & I was wondering about the school supplies, so Thank Goodness you did this video!! Love it!!! Your Kids are so cute!!

[@lyndsaydewey5455]

I ALWAYS get my kitchen sponges there, such a great deal! Thanks for the video!

[@jrojrolenon5450]

We don't have a dollar store in England

[@ckendall9955]

Sia White Don't you have Pound Shops and Pound Land? I know I've seen hauls from those stores. Cha Cha Cakes did a shopping haul when she went to England from one of those stores.

[@darkprince56]

Am I the only one who would never buy anything at dollar stores that touches food/drinks like cutlery, grilling tools, containers, cups, dishes and especially disposable/plastic items, or off-brand food (pets and human).

[@iliketurtles637]

darkprince56 yes

[@helloyou8515]

darkprince56 yesss

[@ShureiSetsuko]

No you are not. I use to buy their items like that till I learned saving my health from nasty metals and plastics was more important than saving money.

[@darkprince56]

ShureiSetsuko good to see I'm not the only one

[@miralamir5599]

thankyou for the tips Melea! your tips are always helpful. love you more❤

[@star8495]

You are the sweetest person on KZbin and you always want to give back which is one of the best things you could do which I love you for ❤❤❤

[@darlene4690]

"You can brake them mommy?" Lol your kids are so adorable.

[@lilliseebold3588]

Thank you!! The dollar store is always so overwhelming for me, and you helped me a ton lol!

[@RhondaMiller]

Thanks for your video. I have to agree on the items you shared. I also like the storage bowls and disposable baking pans.

[@TheonlyLilly527]

Thank you so much for your videos! I’m really working hard at trying to save money and use coupons and know how and where to shop! All I need to do is watch your videos and hopefully I will have success!!! I love that you make it fun and educational and it really feels relatable! Thank you for what you do! You are one of the best you tubers!!!’ ❤️

[@nicbd6103]

Hey Melea! Love your channel! I get the round cotton makeup removers....80 for $1. Also their different size bins and drawer dividers for neat storage. YES! Do another Dollar Tree vid!!

[@emavelickovska3920]

I LOVE how her videos are so helpful!

[@montananerd8244]

Oh wow, I am an experienced Dollar shopper and Penny pincher, but I did not know about the windshield fluid! Now I know why I had so many problems last winter -- in Montana! Definitely below 28°!

[@ansaali6489]

love ur vids❤and I really enjoyed this video and I think you should totally do another one of these😘💞

[@leeree6475]

I am a queen shopper as well so when I watch your videos I always compare what you think are good buys to mine......Nailed it! I love watching your videos....enjoy the weekend!

[@yinyintan6659]

Thank you for having this video for us😊😊 Now I can be more smart about shopping at a dollar store 😊👌

[@emily7gon]

I have waisted money on school supplies at dollar stores before so it's is very awesome to know this for this year

[@rosiealmanza1411]

Loveee love love your advice! Ty 🤗❤️

[@myamartin190]

Thank you for this! It can be so stressful looking to see what works and what doesn't!

[@lindiana9640]

This video is so much fun to watch!!!🙌🙌🙌

[@ellygreen244]

I bought my first dish set at the dollar tree. Got a full set of matching cups, plates, bowls, and mugs for 20$ when I moved in to my first apartment! Still have some of the plates

[@kristikellberg372]

I loved shopping with you . I can't pass a dollar store and not go in! I love to buy gift bags and party supplies especially. I saw some great picture frames that I 'm going to try and buy. Keep the videos coming!

[@lynnbanducci1331]

You are the Queen of shopping. Your tips are fabulous ❤️❤️❤️

[@courtneygannon4129]

I always buy holiday decor, party decorations, and cards at a dollar store. So many good deals!

[@nuju3846]

Great video!!! Very helpful for shopping. ❤️

[@nickola9749]

This is so good!!! Much needed!!!❤️

[@JuliannaTowe]

I always wonder about these things!! GREAT VIDEO!!♡♡ ly😙

[@ericahernandez8035]

Love these videos they're always so helpful ❤️

[@nicolestark3316]

Loved this! Would love another!

[@andreeasalvatore7353]

Yassss make a round 2 💕💕💕

[@gailbalganon5692]

These are so helpful to know. Some of these I could have used before lol but now I definitely can

[@abzdchef88]

Yes, please make another what to buy what not to buy video. These videos are very informative. It's opened my eyes when I go shopping anywhere with your great tips. 👍

[@Sotrinilicious]

Thank you for sharing. This was very helpful 😊

[@melbass422]

For the school supplies I would buy the tab dividers for binders. They are so much cheaper than anywhere else. I agree that some things are a hit or a miss😊

[@nayasaad9747]

notification squad 😍 love watching uur videos love uuu❤❤❤ aand god bless ur kidss they are soo cute just like u 😍❤ so excited about the giveawaayy can't sleeepp 😱😍

[@ToniLeland9872]

I like buying puzzles and helium balloons from the Dollar Store. Well worth it! Thanks for showing us the do's and dont's!!! I wish my Dollar Store carried Fidget Spinners😯!

[@nyxzyhandmyxzyh5256]

Thank you for the shopping tips Melea very helpful videos👍🤗

[@sandiemom8888]

I like the betty Crocker brand line of kitchen products. Also these round/cylinder type storage containers with either red, blue or green screw on lids, very sturdy.

[@MyMaxKitty]

Melea!! This was super helpful, I'd LOVE for you to make another Dollar Store video! :)

[@katherinne6194]

This is really helpful !! Wow, thanks 😁

[@gisell4909]

Thank you I needed this type of video!!

[@sandiistar]

Great video, thank you very much Malea for the advice. ❤

[@asmahassan2998]

I love shopping at Dollar tree. 😉 Always great for DIYs.

[@miahambly8366]

Wow, so helpful!! Great video ❤️

[@krystalbeauty2234]

Wow thank you so much for this video!!

[@erinjohanson2093]

Yes! I like the buy/don't buy videos - do them everywhere. not just the dollar store. I just blew a ton of money on fidget spinners and had no idea I could get them for a buck!