While there are tons of Target shopping hacks to consider, the retailer is also a treasure trove of fun and useful products.
How else would you run in for one or two items and emerge from the store with over $100 racked up in purchases every other trip? (It's okay. Everyone is guilty of it.)
Target is full of random and practical items that will make your life easier, prettier, or both. Here are our favorites.
Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.
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Simple Designs Petite Marbled Ceramic Table Lamp with Fabric Shade
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Price: $9.29
If you want to add a little dimension and mood lighting to your space, there is a super classy and inexpensive table lamp that people are raving about.
Use it as a reading light in your favorite corner or on your nightstand. All three versions — gray, off-white, and black — are under $10 each.
OXO Locking Can Opener
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Price: $17.99
If you're looking for a relatively small, easy-to-use can opener, Target has a great option that might not be the lowest price for your average can opener, but also offers higher quality to get the job done easily and safely.
This can opener locks in place to add ease and reduce splashback from the opening experience. Its material allows for a firm grip, and the magnet keeps the lid in place for easy cleanup.
Blue Ridge Tools Ratcheting Socket and Screwdriving Set
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Price: $16.99
Keeping simple tools around and organized can really help out in a pinch. This comprehensive 26-piece set has everything you'll need to build, attach, or fix most things.
This budget-friendly kit's bits are easy to swap out. Similar options on the market have an average price of $30 and up.
Get a protection plan on all your appliances
Did you know if your air conditioner stops working, your homeowner’s insurance won’t cover it? Same with plumbing, electrical issues, appliances, and more.
Whether or not you’re a new homeowner, a home warranty from Choice Home Warranty could pick up the slack where insurance falls short and protect you against surprise expenses. If a covered system in your home breaks, you can call their hotline 24/7 to get it repaired.
For a limited time, you can get your first month free with a Single Payment home warranty plan.
Tortoise Print Round Blue Light Filtering Glasses
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Price: $15
Having a few pairs of reading glasses placed around your home and in various bags can really come in handy. Keeping a couple of bold, stylish pairs handy can really boost your confidence as well.
These brown tortoise-print glasses have a rounder frame with a slightly flat top. They are scratch-resistant and block blue light as well.
up&up™ Hand Broom with Dust Pan Set
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Price: $9.99
Want to make cleaning accessible and convenient? Grab this super affordable, $10 hand broom and dust pan set to stay on top of spills and dust in your home.
Even if you have a broom and dustpan, those are items that can easily go missing, and backup could be a good option.
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Free and Clear Laundry Detergent Pacs
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Price: $9.99
Want to make laundry a little easier? Grab a bag of dye, fragrance, and phosphate-free up&up™ laundry detergent pacs for around 23 cents per dual-compartment pac.
Each tiny square has enough product to clean a medium load of laundry and can easily be stored in its resealable bag.
Apple AirPods & Earbuds Cleaning Kit
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Price: $9.99
heyday™ makes a cleaning kit that is specifically designed to work with the complicated and tiny grooves and divots on Apple AirPods and Earbuds.
This tool comes with a one-year warranty and has three different tools to effectively clean and sanitize your ear tech.
6-Outlet Surge Protector with 6ft Extension Cord
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Price: $12.79
Phillips makes a six-outlet surge protector in white that easily blends into clean, simple surroundings. Attached is a six-foot extension cord for convenience. The surge protector features six three-pronged plugs, making this a great, safe hub for your tech.
Cottonelle Flushable Wet Wipes
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Price: $1.19
Cottonelle sells flushable wet wipes, which are great to keep in your purse, kitchen, or bathroom for any spills or cleansing necessities you may have. Not only are they skin-safe, but they break down like toilet paper and are fully flushable, unlike most wet wipes.
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Shopping pro tip: This month's best deals
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July is in full swing, bringing the height of summer. That also means peak season for hot deals and unbeatable savings. Now’s the time to save big on:
- Grills, coolers, and outdoor living upgrades
- Travel must-haves for road trips and beach days
- Swimwear and summer fashion
- For grocery savings, grab seasonal produce like watermelon, peaches, and tomatoes
While you're enjoying the sunshine, retailers are quietly making room for back-to-school inventory. That makes July a prime opportunity to scoop up summer favorites while the deals are still blazing.
Asutra Magnesium with Menthol & Camphor Recovery Roll-On
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Price: $18.19
Magnesium is a natural supplement known for helping to relieve pain. Asutra is a non-toxic, paraben-free recovery roll-on ointment that helps to reduce muscular pain and soreness. This formula contains 5% camphor and 5% menthol, with a bit of magnesium that may help you sleep better as well.
Logitech Wireless Mouse M185
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Price: $14.99 (on sale from $24.99)
Logitech has one of the most reliable wireless mouse options on the market, and it is on clearance for under $15. This matte, sleek, black, and gray mouse is both comfortable to rest your palm on, and it tracks smoothly for easy use on any device with a USB port.
Quick tips: How to save on your grocery bill
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Grocery shopping doesn't have to break the bank when you use the right strategies. Here are three quick tips for reducing food expenses:
- Buy store brands instead of name brands whenever possible.
- Always make sure to compare unit prices, not just sticker prices.
- Join your store's loyalty program so you don’t miss out on member discounts.
Even though something like choosing coupons in your grocery store app can feel like an annoying task, the savings can really add up.
Bottom line
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There are so many reasons why more than 30 million people shop at Target weekly. Whether it's for daily essentials, entertainment, fashion, or home decor, you can save money shopping at the popular retailer if you look for deals.
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