Crafts

10 Dollar Tree Craft Supplies You Need (in 2025!)

January 18, 2016 by Bre 99 Comments

Here are the best Dollar Tree craft supplies in 2025, no matter where you live or how “good” (or “bad”) your Dollar Tree store is!

One of my favorite things to do is wander the aisles of Michaels to see what adorable, new craft supplies they have. With every trip, my cart ends up with lots of fun finds and I leave with many new project ideas in mind.

But truth be told, there are certain craft supplies that I do not purchase from Michaels because I can get them from Dollar Tree for less (in some cases for a lot less).

Of course people have quality concerns about Dollar Tree craft supplies, but I’ve personally tested all of these products time and again and can vouch for them!

That’s why I’m spilling my secrets on 10 Dollar Tree Craft Supplies you can’t afford to skip! Follow this list and you are guaranteed to save money!

Then you can buy more of those cute supplies at Michaels or Hobby Lobby!

Save yourself lots of money with this post on the 10 craft supplies you should buy at Dollar Tree! These items are so much cheaper than at craft stores!

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Do all Dollar Tree stores sell the same craft supplies?

All Dollar Tree stores sell craft supplies, but some sell more than others.

In this blog post, I share the best dollar store craft supplies that are available at all Dollar Tree stores. No matter where you live or the size of your store, you should be able to buy these crafting items!

Also, Dollar Tree has a large craft section online! Most items must be purchased in bulk, but that works if you’re crafting for an event or gifts!

What are the Best Dollar Tree Craft Supplies?

When stocking up for your next craft project or to add to your craft stash, these dollar store craft supplies are the ten must-have crafting supplies.

1. Dollar Tree Glassware: Vases, Mason Jars, and Candle Holders

The selection of glassware at Dollar Tree is ah-ma-zing.

There are tons of shapes and sizes of vases, mason jars, glass jars, candle holders – you name it!

Comparable glassware at a craft store typically costs five times as much.

I’ve used glassware from Dollar Tree to create sand art terrariums, etched glass votive holders, and cozy sweater gift jars, among other things.

I also use all different sizes of their vases and glassware for fresh flowers at parties.

2. Dollar Tree Twine (Jute Twine, Bleached Twine, and Baker’s Twine)

Jute twine adds a perfect rustic touch to any project, while bleached twine and baker’s twine can definitely add a cute and whimsical feel to a craft. Dollar Tree has every type of twine you could need or want!

Find three packs of twine in the automotive aisle, and multi-packs of colored baker’s twine in the craft aisle. Seasonal colors of baker’s twine can sometimes be found with holiday items.

I have used twine from Dollar Tree on my vintage tin tile wall decor, cozy sweater gift jars, printable glitter glue valentines, and moss bunny topiaries, among other things!

Looking for Dollar Tree Craft Ideas? Check out my Dollar Tree Crafts Gallery!

3. Dollar Tree Floral Foam

Oh my gosh. Floral foam is SO expensive when you buy it at the craft store. And I can’t figure out why.

But at Dollar Tree it’s just $1.75. And it comes in lots of shapes and sizes, too!

Now let me tell you I am not doing a lot of floral arranging over here, but floral foam is really great for building height in projects or stabilizing items within a container.

I have used Dollar Tree’s floral foam in my moss bunny topiaries and patriotic paper straw centerpiece. It’s great.

4. Glitter

If you’re a crafter then you probably love glitter (until you have to clean it up).

For something so tiny it can be kind of pricey though, you know? That’s why I like to purchase it at Dollar Tree.

They typically have a lot of colors in the craft aisle, and they come in packages or containers that have enough to get the project done without leaving me with a ton left over to store.

Their glitter glue is also awesome for projects for adults and kids alike! I have used Dollar Tree glitter or glitter glue on my glitter glue valentines.

5. Contact Paper or Shelf Liner for Cricut Crafts

Most of you probably don’t think of contact paper or shelf liner as a craft supply, but it is awesome for making stencils on an electronic cutting machine (like a Cricut) or even by hand!

And it is half the price at Dollar Tree than at the hardware store or a big box store!

I have used Dollar Tree contact paper on projects like my DIY Modern Desk (that I BUILT myself!), child’s rocking chair, friendly stool makeover, and etched glass votive holders.

6. Dollar Tree Clothespins

Clothespins are another product that might seem like a strange craft supply, but you see them ALL over the craft stores. And they are really versatile for crafting – from hanging banner pieces to making clips for signs or frames – they can be used in many ways.

At Dollar Tree you get a pack of 36 for $1.25, and you can find them in the home improvement aisle.

I have used Dollar Tree clothespins on my DIY Christmas card holder and my magnetic chip clip holder. And of course I have some of them on my drying rack in the laundry room.

7. Dollar Tree Foam Board

If you have kids of school age then you know that foam board can be kind of expensive for what you’re getting. Hello, it’s a glorified poster board!

That’s why it’s so great to purchase it at Dollar Tree. You will pay at least three times more at another store.

I have used Dollar Tree foam board in my Mr. and Mrs. moss bunny topiaries, as well as other projects I have not blogged here.

If you want to check out the queen of foam board projects, you need to visit 3 Little Greenwoods because Ashley can turn a foam board into just about anything. Search her site and you’ll see what I mean.

8. Tissue Paper

Of course, tissue paper is great for wrapping gifts, but it’s also a good product for crafting.

Dollar Tree sells 35 pieces of colored tissue paper for $1.25, and larger packs of white tissue for the same price. It’s the same quality as tissue paper I’ve purchased elsewhere and is not overly flimsy.

I have used tissue paper on my Tissue Paper Coffee Mugs, and think it would work great on home decor crafts, too!

9. Dollar Tree Popsicle Sticks or Craft Sticks

I know that popsicle sticks are generally more of a kids craft item, but I ALWAYS use them as paint stirrer sticks in my smaller chalky paint containers, as glue applicators, or as resin stirring sticks. I keep craft sticks on hand at all times!

I also used them in this “LOVE” popsicle stick craft that my daughter made a couple of years ago (pardon the photography; this was when I was still using my phone to shoot blog photos.).

Popsicle sticks are dirt cheap at Dollar Tree and a smart thing to have on hand!

10. Decorative Tape (Washi Tape, Duct Tape)

Finally, decorative tapes like washi tape and patterned duct tape are a great thing to buy at Dollar Tree! $1.25 is so much less than you pay at the craft store!

I don’t have any blogged projects that use washi tape or duct tape, but I have purchased these items from Dollar Tree and can attest that they work just as well as others that I’ve purchased elsewhere.

11. BONUS CRAFT SUPPLY: Paint Brushes

I was so pumped to find 8 packs of foam brushes and synthetic bristle paint brushes at Dollar Tree this week! The prices on these brushes is so much lower than you pay at the craft store or home improvement store! Get some!

A reader also gave me a tip that the $1.25 makeup brushes at Dollar Tree work great for Mod Podge or decoupage. Keep that in mind as well!

I hope you found this post helpful! If you did, I’d really appreciate if you’d pin this image on Pinterest or share the post on Facebook or somewhere else!

And, now that you’ve seen my list of craft supplies that you should be buying at Dollar Tree, what do you think? Do you have any others to add? Comment below!

Then, check out the newest post on Dollar Tree Craft Supplies, which has TEN MORE CRAFT SUPPLIES YOU MUST BUY AT DOLLAR TREE!

DIY Etched Glass Candle Holders

December 1, 2015 by Bre 34 Comments

Glass etching is such a fun and impactful craft! Learn how to make these DIY etched glass candle holders with dollar store supplies. They look much more expensive than they are!

The season of giving is upon us, and at times, that can be overwhelming! So many people to shop for and so much money to spend! Luckily, I have an AWESOME DIY gift idea for you that is inexpensive to make but so fun, too!

DIY etched glass candle holders are a really simple project, and they can actually be used in a few different ways (which I’ll fill you in about below).

Supplies Needed to Make Etched Glass Candle Holders

These are the supplies I used to make the etched glass candle holders shown in this post. Feel free to substitute anything to create a project of your own!

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Small square candle holders
Armour Etch glass etching cream
Plastic knife
Rubbing alcohol
Cotton balls
Electronic cutting machine (like the Cricut Joy) and removable vinyl or contact paper. Alternatively, try Christmas glass etching stencils.
Paper towels
Vase filler stones
Votive candles

Glass Etching Tutorial

First up, clean the glass candle holder to make sure it’s free of any oils or residues. Gently wipe it with a cotton ball that’s been soaked in rubbing alcohol and let it dry.

Next, if you’re creating your own stencils on an electronic cutting machine, like a Cricut, make your designs and measure them to fit the front of the glass vase.

Simple shapes are best. I used seasonal silhouettes, state shapes, and monograms. Mine were just about 2″ wide and high.

Cut them from removable vinyl or contact paper, and press them onto the glass. Make sure they’re firmly pressed down along all edges!

If you’re going to do your etching with a premade glass etching stencil, make sure to follow the directions on the stencil package.

Apply the glass etching cream, using the plastic knife or palette knife, and make sure to cover the entire area to be etched.

Let it sit according to the directions on the package (mine took about 15 minutes).

After the proper amount of time has passed, use the plastic knife or palette knife to remove the etching cream from the glass. The directions on my etching cream said I could reuse that cream, so I put it back into the container.

Rinse off the excess etching cream and gently pat dry with a paper towel. Pop in your votive candles and enjoy!

I Think You’ll Enjoy These Other Christmas Crafts, Too!

DIY Jingle Bell Garland

DIY Holiday Simmer Pot Gift

I also filled some of the space with floral accent gems, but that’s optional.

This was my first time using glass etching cream, but I am OBSESSED. It is like magic in a jar! I honestly did not think it would work, but it did, and I love it!

One good thing to note is that the etching is dishwasher safe, too!

I will be giving my DIY etched glass as votive candle holders this holiday season, but I think you could easily give them as makeup brush holders or vases, too!

Pretty cute, huh?

DIY Cork Napkin Ring Place Cards

November 11, 2015 by Bre 16 Comments

Hello there! Happy Monthly DIY Challenge day! For those of you who are new here, the Monthly DIY Challenge is when a group of awesome bloggers and I get together and create projects that center on a common product or theme. This month we’re all using cork to create unique projects that you can do, too! Each project is linked at the bottom of this post! But first, here’s a sneak peek!

Since entertaining season is right around the corner, I used cork to make cork napkin ring place cards. They’re a quick project that add a unique touch to any table!
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Dollar Store-ganization: Binder Ring Organization Ideas

October 30, 2015 by Bre 4 Comments

You’ll love these smart binder ring organization ideas! Get your daily life in order with these genius binder ring uses.

Welcome to Part 3 of my series, Dollar Store-ganization, where I share tips and tricks for getting organized with products from the dollar store.

The goal of this series is to show that you don’t have to spend a fortune to get your life (or stuff!), in order!

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In case you missed it, Part One of this series was all about mesh laundry bag organizing ideas.

And, Part 2 focused on utility closet organization with dollar store items.

This post is all about the mighty binder ring (aka looseleaf ring or book ring) – the often overlooked but oh-so-valuable binder ring. Seriously.

I’m sure you’re thinking that the binder ring can’t really be that useful, but it is! And because you get six book rings for $1.25 at Dollar Tree, you’re about to fall in love!

Here are some of my favorite ways to use these babies!

Binder Ring Greeting Card Organization

If you save cards that you receive, they can quickly accumulate and become difficult to contain. I used to keep mine loose in a box in my closet. And it would fall on my head all.of.the.time, sending cards flying everywhere. SO ANNOYING!

Now I pop them onto binder rings, which keeps them together and makes them easy to look back at.

I put mine on different rings depending on the occasion and/or sender. Now if the box falls on my head, at least the cards do not fly everywhere!

P.S. this is a perfect way to organize Christmas cards you receive! At the end of the holiday season, punch holes in each card and slide them onto a binder ring. You’ll have a fun card keepsake.

Organize Paint Chips with Binder Rings

Binder rings are the PERFECT place to corral paint chips!

Put the colors you already have in your house on one, and the colors you may want to use in the future on another! This makes it easy to pop them into your purse and match with home accessories on the go!

Plus, having them in one spot means you’ll be less likely to forget what color your living room is painted (ahem, ahem . . . not that I’d know anything about that).

This would work equally well for fabric swatches!

Corral Ponytail Holders with Binder Rings

Life changing, this one is. Keep all of those ponytail holders in one spot on a binder ring!

This is the best way to have ponytail holders on the go (like in your purse or car), or even at home (like in your makeup bag).

You’ll never be hunting for ponytail holders in random places again if you put them on a binder ring! (I was a chronic “I bet I can find one in my jeans pocket!” girl before I started this method of keeping them together!)

Takeout Menu Organization

If you order delivery or takeout a lot, then you probably have lots of restaurant menus at home.

Putting menus onto a binder ring will keep your junk drawer organized and make your pizza delivery order stress-free since you’l never be missing your menus again!

Organize Scarves with Binder Rings

Clip binder rings through a hanger and then weave your scarves through them for an instant scarf organizer!

You’ll be able to see your scarf collection clearly and avoid having them fall all over the floor!

I’m sure there are tons of other ways to use binder rings to get organized – let me know if you have any ideas to add to this list!

Scrap Fabric Project: DIY Braided Fabric Sign

August 12, 2015 by Bre 24 Comments

Whether you’re a sewing fanatic or a run-of-the-mill crafter, chances are you have some scrap fabric lying around.

And, chances are also that you’re in need of scrap fabric project ideas to help pare down that fabric stash.

I’ve got you! Why not make a braided fabric sign? It’s a great scrap fabric project that you can customize to fit your taste and needs.

I created this adorable braided fabric scrap sign with some leftover fabric that my kids tie-dyed a few weeks ago.

This cute braided fabric scrap sign is already hanging in a gallery wall in my basement. It is the perfect addition to the wall, and I love that it brings some texture and dimension to the arrangement!

Scrap Fabric Project Supplies

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Instructions to Make a DIY Fabric Scrap Sign

So first off, you’ve got to find some scrap fabric. If you want a colorful, tie-dyed look like I have, then I recommend you find yourself some kids to do the dirty work for you.

Luckily, I had two that were more than willing to dye my plain, linen fabric after they’d finished making themselves some t-shirts. Notice that in addition to dyeing the fabric, they dyed their skin. Super.

Once you’ve selected the fabric, cut a big pile of fabric strips that are pretty darn long.

And then (shocker), braid them. Yep, tie a knot at one end, braid them, and then tie a knot at the other end.

Once you’ve got the fabric part of this project together, spray paint (or brush paint), your unfinished wood sign however you like!

Once the paint has fully dried, lightly write out the word you want on your sign. I tried to photograph this, but my writing was so light you couldn’t even see it.

Then, work in small segments and lightly cover your written letters with a thin, even coat of glue. Press the braided fabric down onto the glue as you go.

To help keep the letters in place and attach them to the wood board, use small, heavy objects. These full food cans worked perfectly for me!

If you end up with braided fabric that is too long for your sign, just untie the knot at the end, tie a new knot, and cut off the excess fabric. Easy!

Make sure to let the glue thoroughly dry before hanging. You don’t want the letters falling off!

This project is really pretty and a perfect way to use up any scrap fabric that you have lying around.

DIY Flower Girl and Ring Bearer T-Shirts

August 10, 2015 by Bre 12 Comments

Last weekend my brother got married! It was a totally gorgeous wedding out in Laramie, Wyoming, and we had the best time celebrating with family and friends. The best part of it all is that I now have another sister, whom I adore. I was a bridesmaid, and my kids were the flower girl and ring bearer.

And because I like to make a lot of extra work for myself and create unnecessary stress, the day before we left town, I decided to make my kids some totally cute t-shirts to help notify everyone they were part of the wedding party.
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