7 Dollar Tree Finds That Make It Easy To Host on a Budget
Hosting doesn’t have to be expensive. Dollar Tree offers surprisingly stylish serveware, disposable tableware and decor for $2 or less, making it easy to host a crowd without overspending.
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Many of these items would cost significantly more at big-box retailers, making the discount store a go-to for hosting supplies.
Here are the best Dollar Tree buys that help you pull off a polished gathering on a tight budget.
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Lemon Print Rectangular Serving Tray
Price: $1.50
This lemon-print serving tray works for charcuterie, desserts or appetizers — and doubles as an easy way to carry dishes between rooms.
Clear Plastic Fluted Serving Bowl
Price: $2
This clear plastic fluted serving bowl has a glass-like look, making it just as useful for casual cookouts as it is for more polished dinners.
Clear Plastic Utensils
Price: $1.25
Make cleanup a breeze by stocking up on disposable utensils. This 48-count bag of clear plastic utensils contains a mix of forks, knives and spoons that should last you a whole hosting season.
Round Scalloped Paper Plates
Price: $1.50
These charming round scalloped paper plates are ideal for spring and summer gatherings when you just don't want to do the dishes. This pack of six is offered in pink, purple, light green and aquamarine blue.
Colorful Backlight Reactive Tumblers
Price: $2
Add some color to your next gathering with this pack of 10 backlight-reactive tumblers. They're available in three neon colors and radiate when placed near a bright or UV light.
Luminessence Unscented White Tea Light Candles
Price: $1.25
Tea light candles are an easy and inexpensive way to make any gathering feel more elevated. This pack of 20 Luminessence unscented white tea light candles can be scattered across a table or a room to add more coziness.
Luminessence Long-Stem Glass Tea Light Candleholders
Price: $1.25
Dollar Tree also sells a selection of tea light candleholders, like these Luminessence long-stem glass tea light candleholders, that make a simple candle look more luxe.
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Editor’s note: Prices and availability are subject to change.
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