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11 Clever Family Dollar Home Decor Ideas Your Guests Will Want To Copy

Elevate your home's aesthetic effortlessly with these surprisingly chic Family Dollar finds.

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Updated Sept. 24, 2024
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Are you feeling inspired to spruce up your home? Look no further than Family Dollar to help save money shopping for budget-friendly items that will add style to your space.

Whether you want to copy a viral Instagram decor trend or create a space that looks like it belongs in a magazine, you’ll be surprised at the stylish items you can pick up at Family Dollar.

Here are 14 affordable items you can purchase at Family Dollar that will impress your guests.

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

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Wooden Crate with Rope Handles

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This wooden is perfect for a beach-style decoration in your home. It's stylish and functional, making it easy to use in every room of the house. 

Fill it with throw blankets in your room and living room, or use it in your guest bathroom to neatly store extra towels, TP, or soaps and lotions. For just $5, you can even grab one for each room.

Interiors by Design Embossed Velvet Plush Blanket

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Add a sumptuous velvet touch to your living room or bedroom with the Interiors by Design Queen-Size Embossed Velvet Plush Blanket for $18.

Available in blue, black, silver, and cranberry, this queen-size blanket perfectly complements a room embracing hygge, the Danish concept of creating a cozy, welcoming home.

Faux Succulent in Cement Pot

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Can’t keep a plant alive in your home — not even a succulent? Try the charming Faux Succulent in Cement Pot that has a boho appeal.

Grab a few and line them along a windowsill, or add a bit of greenery to a bathroom. The best part? There’s no need to worry about sunlight when you have faux plants.

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Interiors by Design Black Wall Shelf Set

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A set of matching wall shelves can look like something you’ve borrowed from your Pinterest board. The Interiors by Design Black Wall Shelf Set, priced at $8.50 each, lets you create that look.

Hang a grouping of shelves, then place a few styled items, including small potted plants, candlesticks, and other pretty things.

Interiors by Design Assorted Full-Length Mirrors

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A grouping of full-length mirrors — ideally all in the same color — can resemble a modern art arrangement rather than simply inexpensive mirrors.

Try the Interiors by Design Assorted Full-Length Mirrors for $9 each. Use three mirrors lined up to create a vertical pattern, or try them horizontally for a more unexpected look.

Brilliant Ideas Battery-Operated LED Curtain Lights

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Glowy curtain lights can make any room feel magical. Get Brilliant Ideas Battery-Operated LED Curtain Lights at Family Dollar for $5.

Hang them in a bedroom, living room, or even a hallway to add a magical touch. You can use them all year long to add warmth and a lovely glow.

Wood Hanging Black Board

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You can use the Wood Hanging Black Board right by a door or in your office as a decorative, geometric accent that adds a touch of art.

Use them to write notes to yourself or reminders for a partner or roommate. You can even sketch an inspirational drawing to look at every time you pass it. And at just $1 each, the price is right.

Tool Bench Self-Adhesive Gray Tin Wall Tile

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Give your walls a new look with the Tool Bench Self-Adhesive Gray Tin Wall Tile that looks like it came out of a Southwestern home.

Each 12"x12" self-adhesive tile costs only $1 and is easy to apply, making it renter-friendly and a great weekend DIY project to spruce up a space.

Interiors by Design Photo Frames

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A collection of Interiors by Design Photo Frames provides a classic look. Use these 4-by-6-inch frames to display favorite photos from your travels or snapshots of your loved ones.

Try arranging cohesive frames on a tabletop or hanging them on a wall. This small size makes the frames versatile across decor styles.

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Potted Foliage

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To add greenery with a timeless look, try these Potted Foliage plants from Family Dollar. The traditional planters look like they belong in a formal living or dining room.

These small potted faux plants look like the real thing, making it easier for those who forget to water the plants.

Tool Bench Self-Adhesive White Subway Wall Tile

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There is nothing more timeless than a white subway tile. If you’re a renter or a homeowner on a budget, Tool Bench Self-Adhesive White Subway Wall Tile can save the day.

Simply measure and stick it on the wall, and you'll soon have an all-new kitchen without shelling out significant money for a contractor. Each 12-inch tile is $1.

Bottom line

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Home trends seem to cycle faster than ever, with new ideas and viral videos taking over social media each week.

If you want to decorate your home and keep more cash in your wallet, consider shopping at Family Dollar. You can pick up inexpensive versions of high-end products and get a similar look for much less.

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Heather Bien

Heather Bien is a writer covering personal finance and budgeting and how those relate to life, travel, entertaining, and more. With bylines that include The Spruce, Apartment Therapy, and mindbodygreen, she's covered everything from tax tips for freelancers to budgeting hacks to how to get the highest ROI out of your home renovations.