dollar store shopping

    By Danny King

    | 9:30AM 3/16/2011
    Men, who have endured slightly higher unemployment rates than women, have been taking on more of the household shopping, according to a recent report. The trend hasn't boded well for stores: On average, men spend less than women on each trip.

    By Marlene Alexander

    | 2:00PM 11/08/2010
    Most kids have a holiday wish list that includes toys they've seen on TV or in the movies, and chances are a lot of your holiday shopping budget will go to gratifying those dreams. You may want to supplement one or two larger purchases with a few extra things that your child will also enjoy and,...

    By Marlene Alexander

    | 1:15PM 12/07/2009
    With the holiday party season officially underway, you may be wondering what to give the busy hostess at the parties you will be attending. Here are some easy ideas that mix items from the grocery or department store with things from the dollar store. I found a pretty floral candy dish for...

    By Marlene Alexander

    | 6:00PM 11/24/2008
    You can save a sleigh-load of money this holiday season simply by heading to your local dollar store for Christmas basics like tree ornaments and gift bags. You won't be sacrificing attractiveness, either. Here are just a few examples: Gift GivingI found a package of six money holder cards at a...

    By Marlene Alexander

    | 6:30PM 5/16/2008
    What is it about the thought of shopping at a dollar store that makes some people cringe? Quality has always been linked to a price tag. Sayings like "you only get what you pay for" are firmly embedded in our collective conscience. But it ain't necessarily so and people are slowly discovering that...