16 Dollar Tree Holiday Decorations You Can Still Grab

Many shoppers shell out hundreds of dollars each year on holiday decor at pricey retailers, buying seasonal goods for one-time-only or once-a-year use.

But for a fraction of the price, you could find many of the same items at Dollar Tree and similar bargain merchants.

From table toppers to holiday dinner dishes, here are 16 of the best budget-friendly finds for your home to add some holiday cheer and keep more money in your wallet.

Editor's note: Prices are subject to change and may vary by location.

Add some whimsy with Dollar Tree ornaments for $1.25 each. Beyond trimming your tree, ornaments can add a festive touch to just about anything.

Use them in place of ribbon to add some panache to a present. Or attach one to a hair tie or scrunchie for a look just as spritely and much less tacky than holiday antlers or headbands.

Peel-and-stick-gift bows are a favorite dollar-store steal. They’re a great way to finish a gift — no hassle curling a thin ribbon string and easy to reuse.

For only $1.25, these package sets are a steal at the Dollar Tree, and they come in a mix of styles and colors.

You might already have a family heirloom tree skirt, but this pretty five-buck tree skirt from Dollar Tree is a nice extra option.

Heirloom tree skirts may have elaborate trim, sequins, pom poms, or other added embellishments you don’t want pets or little people to damage — or even swallow.

Additionally, many people buy table toppers, and this skirt is small enough to drape around a Charlie Brown-style tree.

This Christmas stag wreath is woodsy, seasonal, and just plain fun. Hang it on a door knob, drawer pull, or your tree.

The style is minimalist enough to go with most design styles, whether you’re into mid-century kitsch or love the farmhouse kitchen look.

Who doesn’t love a strand of jingly metal bells? Children and pets will love it. And you can tether it to the door handle as an “I’m listening” warning to would-be pantry raiders.

This 13-inch metal sign is simple, sturdy, and pretty. For only $1.25, it’s an affordable way to hang some holiday cheer in any overlooked nook or cranny.

Take a cue from Charlie Brown. This little tree is a sad but spunky way to bring Yuletide cheer into overlooked rooms in the house. At just $1.25 each, you could buy one for every room.

If you have a fireplace, a festive lantern trimmed with garland is a nice added touch.

Choose from red, white, or green. At only $5 each, buy a set of three and display them in a group.

This 5-foot strand is only $1.25 at the Dollar Tree. It contains 20 miniature lights and will function even if one bulb burns out.

In addition to your tree, you can trim your banisters or child’s bedroom with these clear, gold-hued lights.

Dollar Tree has a huge range of holiday garland options in all colors and styles. At $1.25 per 9-foot strand, they’re a great bargain.

Santa hats are a dime a dozen these days — or rather $15 a dozen, to be precise.

But if you’ve promised to “be there with bells on” for a holiday gathering, then you need this sequined elf hat. It’s unique. It’s adorable. And it jingles!

Kids love a good snow globe. But if you’re already cringing at the image of a watery explosion, you need these $1.25 DIY snow globes.

They’re easy to customize with your own holiday touches and boast a 4.2-star rating based on over 200 reviews.

Build excitement for Christmas with this countdown calendar. It doesn’t have pockets or drawers to hold candies, but it’s cute and decorative — and only $5 each at Dollar Tree.

At only $1.25, these scented jar candles from Dollar Tree are an affordable way to add some seasonal fragrance to your home.

Holiday tableware is a great way to serve up some holiday cheer. Dollar Tree has some adorable, durable options for dinner plates and chargers.

Home is where you hang your stocking, a wise woman once observed. And it’s hard to go wrong with cute, cozy stockings decking out your whole house.

Whether you need a first set for your family or some extra holiday color, these diamond-patterned stocks are a beautiful option.

These delightful and affordable decor items prove you can save money shopping for festive decor to decorate your home for the holidays.

And who knows? Today’s dollar-store tree skirt could become tomorrow’s fought-over family heirloom — along with popsicle stick ornaments and macaroni picture frames.