15 Cheap Dollar Tree Items That Will Completely Elevate Your Kitchen Aesthetic

Dollar Tree offers affordable products that you can use whether you're hosting a party or looking for tasty options to put on a grazing board. Although the prices no longer reflect the "dollar" in the store's name, you can still find low-cost items at the chain to employ throughout your home, yard, and beyond. I strolled through the aisles of my nearest Dollar Tree store on the hunt for pieces that could elevate your kitchen aesthetic. 

Turns out there's quite a lot to choose from, allowing customers to find things that suit their taste the most. Whether you like a bold-patterned trinket or glassware or prefer solid colors or muted tones, there's a bit of everything here to pick from. You can use these products to organize your kitchen, improving the appearance with less clutter, or just as decor or a focal point. Although the items themselves are cheap in cost, they don't look like it. Join me to see what Dollar Tree has in stock.

These chic gold or black metal lanterns look like something you'd find at a larger store like Target (or in a random aisle of T.J. Maxx) that would surely cost more than Dollar Tree's $5 price point. The minimal design makes them easy to style in your kitchen or dining area. They can heighten the room's ambience no matter where you place them. They're thin and sleek and not as bulky as some other lanterns on the market.

Place an LED candle inside, perfect to provide ambient light without being too bright — consider this option on a date night or when you're tired of being under overhead lights all day at work. You could place it on the floor, a counter, or a side table. Buy one or multiple, depending on how you plan to style them throughout the kitchen.

Dollar Tree has a lot of wall decal stickers to pick from. You may have to scour the rack to see what you can come up with, and it will likely take a creative eye and some searching. There are a lot of decals as it is, but then some are hidden or lurking behind others on the same hook. Take your time to go through them all. 

You could find something that catches your attention or matches your decor, like simple flower or foliage decals, stars, and more. You don't have to use a whole decal set either. The bold, large-lettered cursive "magic" sticker may not call to you, but the small star bursts that come with it could be a great match. Think outside the box with this cost-effective way to add flair to your kitchen.

Although knitted doilies may remind you of grandma's house, these paper ones can add a sophisticated touch in a pinch. There are different sizes based on what you need to use them for: The smaller doilies work for things like cups and small plates, while the larger ones are great for bigger plates or serving bowls. These could be a great option when you're hosting a party and want to level up your kitchen decor without having to crochet something from scratch or buy a more expensive version. 

You could also use them as decor throughout your kitchen, such as placing one around a vase to bring a chic touch to the dining table; you could even paint or write on them to use as wall decor for a themed party. Try using the edge of the doily to decorate a cake with powdered sugar. The affordability and the paper aspect bring more versatility than the cloth counterparts.

When you're hosting a party, you already have a million (and one) things that you have to think about — taking appetizers out of the oven so they don't burn, making sure people are fed — and there's always, always a lack of ice. The last thing you need to think about is cleaning up shards of glass after someone topples over their champagne glass (not to mention the cost to replace the item). These plastic champagne "glasses," as they are called, can be a wonderful asset for your party. 

They have a silver detail that gives them a bit of an edge. They are budget-friendly (6 glasses for $1.25), convenient, and easy to assemble, but you can throw them away at the end of your festivity. Even if someone knocks it over or it falls, you just have to mop up the liquid; no glass to worry about, which is especially helpful if you are serving alcoholic beverages and think that people might get a little tipsy. But you can serve fun mocktails in them too.

These push pins that I spotted at Dollar Tree are pretty cool. They have an iridescent quality and a round shape that make them look like expensive pearls. Whether you want the champagne-colored ones, the slightly rainbow sheen set, or the pearl and silver combo, they are the perfect addition to your family bulletin board or corkboard when you don't want the super colorful assorted ones you'd find at an office supply store. 

You can use them to hang up your kids ' latest drawings, any upcoming events, or favorite recipes you'd like to try; the pushpins make it easy to display things in your dining area. The mostly neutral colors mean that you can make them work with your kitchen decor. I found additional options on the Dollar Tree website (like black ones, a colorful jewel-toned set, velvet options, and more). Your location may have different choices and shapes than mine. Be on the lookout! 

These aren't your standard flameless LED pillar candles that are meant to look like an actual wax candle (although Dollar Tree has those too, if you'd like). These ones I found at Dollar Tree have a more elevated look when you want candle ambience without the candle appearance. They offer a hint of light and come with an easy on-and-off switch. 

I spotted two: One is a clear, ridged option, and there's also an amber-glass looking one. These are a terrific, economical buy ($5 each) when you don't want a heavy glass version in your kitchen. It's ideal if you have toddlers or dogs running around the place. It's also a nice pick when you're hosting a dinner party and want to skip using a scented candle. Place a couple on a corner side table or on the counter.

When I visited my local Dollar Tree, it was all decked out for fall and Halloween, but you will find that the flowers and foliage vary by season. I spotted a lot of autumnal, earthy colors with leaves and mini pumpkins, but I've seen a bunch of options throughout the year. Summer brings more colorful florals. You may see gerbera daisies, sunflowers, and eucalyptus leaves, all of which come in a multitude of colors to match your decor. 

Faux flowers can elevate your space without having to remember to trim stems or replace water. Buy it once, and you can use it as many times as you want — talk about an economical purchase. Plus, it's much cheaper to assemble a bouquet from Dollar Tree than to buy something premade from a place like West Elm or Pottery Barn . Place them on your kitchen table or island or potentially on a shelf to bring a touch of joy into the space.

There are loads of cool containers and vessels at Dollar Tree once you start looking for them. These iridescent bottles with leaf detail toppers are perfect for fall or a woodsy, '70s style kitchen, but the store has non-seasonal ones too. There are more basic glass jars with lids if you want something you can style year-round without worrying about the color scheme. They come in all shapes and sizes. 

A square glass jar with a clasp lid is perfect to house some of those little shells or rocks you've collected on your road trip. Some options even have steel lids. Nobody would know you got your pantry storage containers from Dollar Tree; they look like they're from The Container Store. Take a stroll around the store's kitchen and organization aisles to see what's a good fit for your space.

Drawer liners can really jazz up your space, especially if you find a sophisticated or modern type of design. I spotted a marble-looking drawer liner that can be perfect to give your kitchen drawers an upgrade. These are a top pick if you want to protect drawers or furniture or lessen the chance of scratches. Because it has an adhesive, you could also use it to line a tray and then display that in your kitchen. Think of placing a coffee table book or a vase on top. You can use the product to line a shelf in a cabinet or the pantry or use as wallpaper for smaller areas. Just make sure to buy an appropriate amount based on the square footage of what you'll need.

Who doesn't love a knick-knack? It can round out your kitchen, whether you have minimal decor or want something that will stand out from across the room. Take these pumpkins, for example. The baby blue or the beige one can be simple ways to give your space a seasonal touch without a loud, bold pattern (if that's not your style). But you could go for the painted haunted house or jack-o-lantern, too. 

Get a Christmas gnome (or a Halloween one) for your kitchen shelf. Place a ceramic bird sculpture on your kitchen windowsill next to your favorite potted plants. Dollar Tree has a wonderful mix of decor items that you can style throughout your kitchen without investing in pricy pieces from other home goods retailers. The selection is surprisingly wide, which means that you will have no trouble finding something to uplift your dining area.

As a frequent shopper at Dollar Tree, I find there is always a range of mugs. The chain doesn't carry a particular style — especially the more whimsical ones — for eternity. If you find something that catches your eye, just get it. You can find adorable pumpkin mugs that make a wonderful dupe for Target or Anthropologie. But there are simpler staples like black stoneware mugs, which are a top choice if you need functional everyday options for your kitchen. You'll spot a diverse range of colors and shapes to suit your aesthetic. Buy a set of four to bring a cohesive look to your dishes at a reasonable price compared to purchasing from other home goods stores.

An expensive wine rack might not be feasible for everyone's budget, and this is where dear ol' Dollar Tree comes to the rescue. Snag one or a handful of these stackable wine bottle holders next time you visit the store. These are ideal if you're not a wine collector with dozens or hundreds of bottles or where a standard wine rack would gather dust without being fully used. 

You can buy a few to house a selection of bottles and call it a day. Don't drink wine? Use them to store your canned goods or your water bottle collection. These are versatile enough that you could find multiple uses for them throughout the kitchen, while the minimal design makes them functional and easy to incorporate in many homes. 

Figuring out what to make for a meal, whether for yourself or your family, is no easy feat sometimes. Looking through the fridge and cabinet can seem like a doomsday activity. "Will the pile of half-eaten cereals fall on my head today?" you wonder as you try to reach the top of your pantry. Well, not overstuffing your pantry is a quick kitchen organization hack to make mealtime easier than ever. 

These collapsible cloth storage containers are great to use in walk-in pantries or throughout your kitchen. Pop in cereal boxes, snack boxes, or chip bags for easy access. You could even dump those Costco-sized individual snack portions in one container to leave in a convenient area for kids to access themselves. Store larger bagged items like 5-pound bags of rice or beans so you know where everything is. They come in different colors and designs, like black or checkered, and are more affordable than buying from places like Lowe's or The Container Store.

I purchased several of these wire baskets to use throughout my home, and they're great in the kitchen. They're very light, so you don't have to worry about denting any surfaces. I'd suggest picking out multiple baskets in the same size just so there's some cohesion in the kitchen, then supplement with others as needed. You may find that a certain size is more useful than others based on how you plan to use it. 

Place your folded kitchen towels in the deeper basket for easy access or use the circular ones to store your coffee pods on your coffee cart. The shallow one is fantastic to organize your pantry — place canned goods in one and starches like a box of couscous or small bags of rice in another. Wire baskets can take up too much counter space, so you could also hang them up and place lighter items in them. This Dollar Tree find looks more expensive than it is ($1.50 each), making it a simple way to give your kitchen an aesthetic boost.

Bring a breath of personality into your kitchen with Dollar Tree's myriad of wooden decor pieces. Although you can leave them in the neutral tone they come in, you can easily paint them to match your kitchen colors — that's particularly helpful if you have leftover paint from your renovation to match it exactly. Hang the wooden bead wreath on the wall or use it as a centerpiece on your table, placing a small plate or bowl in the middle. 

There are various word signs and shapes to pick from if something calls to you. You may spot the house-shaped wooden inbox at your store, a fantastic place to keep your mail, keys, or recipe cards. Pick out the tiny frame to hang on your fridge. There are plenty of ways to elevate your space with these affordable wooden finds.

I went to my local Dollar Tree in the San Diego area to see what kind of goodies I could find. I sought out products that could work in a range of homes, whether you like colorful, bold decor or prefer more neutral options. These can be used all throughout the kitchen as storage, decor, or other functional ways. While there are loads of products sold at Dollar Tree, to make it on this list, the item had to be utilized in the kitchen. The items needed to have an elegant, chic appearance. As a bonus, I looked for aesthetic things that could serve a purpose in enhancing your kitchen's organization.