6 Must-Buy Target Deals for Frugal Shoppers Before Fall Begins
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Whether you’re shopping for back-to-school sales for the kids, dorm essentials for a freshman in college, or just want to save some money on your next Target haul, these are the items to get.
Every item on this list is on sale now at Target. Some are too good to last long, so get them now.
Crayola Crayons (24 Count)
- Price: $0.50
Get a full pack of Crayola crayons for under $1. So many items on kids’ supply lists are expensive, but this one isn’t. The pack includes both primary and secondary colors, so kids’ imaginations don’t have to be limited. This pack usually sells for $1, so getting half off is a pretty stellar deal.
Dealworthy Composition Book Wide Ruled
- Price: $0.39
This is another great find for parents on the hunt for school supplies. This composition notebook is only $0.39, and comes in black, blue, green, red or yellow. You could buy one in every single color and still only spend $1.95.
Room Essentials Mushroom Table Lamp
- Price: $21.25
This chic, portable and cordless lamp from Target’s Room Essentials brand adds some character to a dorm room. Originally priced at $25, the lamp is powered by an included LED bulb and comes in both green and white. Inside is a rechargeable battery, so you don’t have to worry about running to the store every time the battery dies. It has a touch-activated sensor that provides three different lighting modes to match your mood.
Room Essentials Cucumber Chili Candle
- Price: $4.50
It’s hard to find a candle for under $10 these days. That’s how much this candle originally sold for, but now it’s down to just $4.50. This two-wick candle blends cucumber and chili for a delicious, spicy scent. It provides up to 30 hours of burn time to keep your home or room smelling fantastic for months to come.
Best Choice Products Ceramic Christmas Tree
- Price: $39.99
The best time to buy Christmas decorations is in the off season. Usually, this hand-painted, 15 inch tall decorative Christmas tree sells for $85.99, but you can get it for less than half that right now. The tree has 64 lights built in to give your space a sprinkle of holiday glitz. It’s powered by five a foot power cord, so you can use it pretty much anywhere in your home or office.
West K Women’s Short Sleeve Knit Jumpsuit
- Price: $46.40
Regularly selling for $58, this soft and stretchy, affordable jumpsuit is a comfortable option to have going into fall. It comes with side pockets for your phone, keys and lip gloss. It can be dressed up with a necklace, or dressed down with a pair of slides.
Disclaimer: Prices and availability accurate as of August 23, 2025 and subject to change.
Photo disclaimer: All imagery sourced from Target.com.
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