12 Fall Items You Don’t Need To Buy at Dollar General — but Will Anyway

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At long last, fall is finally here. If you’re like many people, you may find it hard to resist the endless seasonal items for sale at many retailers.

Dollar General can be particularly tricky, as there’s no shortage of enticing fall décor available at seriously low prices. When browsing the aisles, you probably know you don’t need most — or any — of these items, but they’re just so affordable, you might not be able to resist.

If you really don’t want to spend money on fall décor, it might be best to avoid Dollar General altogether this season. However, if you’re going to give yourself leeway to purchase a few things, there’s no shortage of options.

From home décor to kitchen items, you’ll find all things fall at Dollar General. Here’s a look at 12 items you probably shouldn’t buy, but likely will anyway.

Glade Golden Pumpkin and Spice Air Freshener Spray 

• Price: $2.25

Envelope your home in the scent of fall with Glade Golden Pumpkin and Spice Air Freshener Spray. A blend of pumpkin, star anise and cinnamon, this limited-edition spray is delightfully festive. 

Ideal for any room, this is a great way to fully immerse yourself in fall. 

Harvest Tabletop Squirrel Frame Figurine

• Price: $3

An adorable addition to your fall décor, this Harvest Tabletop Squirrel Frame Figurine will look great on your mantel, shelf or table. Featuring a distressed white finish with a rustic charm, this whimsical squirrel holding a gold or bronze acorn is simply too cute to pass up.

Jacquard Kitchen Towel

• Price: $2

Sure, you don’t need a fall-specific dish towel, but that doesn’t mean you won’t buy one anyway. Soft and absorbent, this rustic brown Jacquard Kitchen Towel is adorned with festive pumpkins, giving your kitchen a distinctly fall look.

You’ll probably only use it a few months per year, but that likely means it will just last longer.

Harvest MDF Tabletop Mug Décor

• Price: $1

Adorable and cozy, Harvest MDF Tabletop Mug Décor comes in a variety of festive styles and phrases, including “Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice,” “Pumpkin Kisses Harvest Wishes” and “Happy Pumpkin Spice Season.” Place it on any flat surface to add a little fall magic to your space. 

Harvest Tabletop Monogram Pumpkin Décor

• Price: $1

If you love personalized home accessories, this Harvest Tabletop Monogram Pumpkin Décor is for you. Offered in classic orange and neutral gray, these rustic pumpkins are adorned with your golden initial of choice. 

They can work great in your home or even for a special event. Chic and fun, prepare to get compliments on this super affordable pumpkin.

Fall Harvest Crinkle Pumpkin Décor

• Price: $3

Dress up your lawn with this Fall Harvest Crinkle Pumpkin Décor. Featuring a pumpkin shape in an orange and white crinkled paint design, this festive yard stake is available in a variety of colors. 

Harvest LED Lighted Pumpkin Décor With Gold Stem

• Price: $3

Not your average pumpkin, this Harvest LED Lighted Pumpkin Décor With Gold Stem is illuminated. Featuring a radiant, gold-colored stem, this luxurious pumpkin has a warm glow that will make your space even cozier.

Harvest Triple Stack Pumpkin Sign

• Price: $5

You might not need another pumpkin sign, but that doesn’t mean you don’t want one. This Harvest Triple Stack Pumpkin Sign contains three stacked pumpkins displaying festive messages like “Happy Fall” and “Give Thanks.”

Fall Harvest Utensil Organizer Crock

• Price: $5

Available in orange and green, this Fall Harvest Utensil Organizer Crock is an efficient way to decorate your kitchen for autumn. Featuring a glossy finish and a flat base, it offers plenty of space to store a variety of cooking utensils.

Chances are, you probably already have a utensil organizer crock. However, at this price, you can put that one away for the season and use this one for a few months guilt-free.

Fall Harvest Camper Mug

• Price: $3

It’s almost inevitable that you don’t need another coffee mug — but you’re probably going to buy at least one of these anyway.

Available in three festive seasonal themes, this Fall Harvest Camper Mug is perfect for sipping warm beverages. Made from high-grade, food-safe material, fill it with coffee, tea, hot cocoa or hot apple cider to make your drink feel even cozier.

Decorative Fall Doormat

• Price: $8

Available in four different nature-inspired designs — including pumpkins and a mushroom — this Decorative Fall Doormat is both festive and practical. Lightweight and made from durable materials, it might last several fall seasons with proper care.

Perfect Harvest Super Soft Plush Throw

• Price: $8

Ideal for chilly seasonal weather, this Perfect Harvest Super Soft Plush Throw is available in a variety of fall designs, such as plump pumpkins and autumn leaves. Comfortable and machine washable, it serves double-duty as a functional blanket and décor — i.e., draped over a living room couch or chair.

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