10 NEW Dollar Store Finds and DIYs for SUMMER | inexpensive decor and more! ☀️

Who doesn't love a good dollar store find? Last week, I went to the dollar store and picked 10 products that are absolutely perfect for summer. I'm sharing my favourite finds and DIYs (and a fun video) below.

1) Summer glassware - The dollar store has tons of cheap and cheerful glassware, and these are two of my favourites. For me... summer is all about ice cream! Who's with me?

2) Candle handle - There are many options for summer candle holders, but I love the colour and style of this one. The glass mixed with the wood gives off a cool, summer, boho vibe.

3) Summer supplies - The dollar store has great prices on summer essentials, so make sure you stock up. I love this heat bag, and the advil and suntan lotion that fits in my purse.

4) Home improvement supplies - Summer is a great time for home projects, and the dollar store is the best place to get inexpensive supplies. I've been doing a lot of painting lately, and these brushes are great.

5) Frames - The dollar store has fantastic and inexpensive frame options. Here, I painted one with yellow spray paint and printed the free lemon picture here. I also framed a napkin! Clever, right?!?

6) Citronella candles - I love summer... but I hate bugs... so candles that keep bugs away are perfect for me. The dollar store has tons of citronella candle options that are pretty and function. Check out my favourites below.

7) Summer travel essentials - The dollar store has wonderful items that are perfect for summer flights and road trips. I love these little pouches. They are cheap and perfect for a variety of items.

8) Baskets and bins - Dollar store baskets and bins are perfect for getting organized, and I love this basket for containing countertop clutter. It's the perfect place for papers that need to be sorted.

9) Socks - The dollar store has variety of fun clothing and sock options. I love these cute socks I found for my husband for Father's Day. Cute, right?!?

10) Nautical craft supplies - I'm loving the nautical rope that is plentiful at the dollar store right now. It comes in a variety of colours and weights. I used mine to make summer coasters. I added some hot glue to the middle of a dollar store circle board, and twirled the rope around and around (securing with hot glue). I LOVE how they turned out!

For a closer look at the fun products and projects, check out this video!

I hope I've inspired you to add some easy and inexpensive fun to your summer. Let me know which one is your favourite!

♥
Gina Bell (aka East Coast Mommy)

You might also like the summer DIYs here.

Dollar Store Finds and DIYs for FATHER’S DAY 🎁

Father's Day is coming up, and I have some FANTASTIC gift ideas to share today. These gifts are thoughtful, budget-friendly, and perfect for the special man your life. Check out the instructions and step-by-step video below.

1) Chocolate bar bouquet - I love the variety of mugs at the dollar store, and I thought this "Top Gun" / "Top Dad" mug was perfect for Father's Day. I inserted a bit of floral foam in the mug, added some dowels to chocolate bars with hot glue, and inserted the chocolate bar "flowers" into the flower foam. Then, fill in blank spaces with scrunched up red tissue paper. Cute, right?!?

2) Campfire treats - A family campfire is a great way to spend time with the special dad in your life, so a personalized s'more bucket makes a great Father's Day gift. I purchased a tin at the dollar store, added the words "making s'more memories" with a decal I made on my Cricut, and filled the bucket with cookies, chocolate, and marshmallows.

3) Father's Day picture frame - I purchased a cheap 5x7 frame at the dollar store, I used dollar store contact paper to cover the glass, and finished by adding a black clothespin with hot glue. I love that you can add a 4x6 photo, and switch it out easily.

4) Handmade Father's Day card - Handmade cards are the best, and I love this simple dress shirt card made from dollar store supplies. Follow the photo (or watch the video) below for full instructions.

And don't forget to check out this video for all the info you are going to need to make all these wonderful Father's Day gifts.

Happy Father's Day! I hope you make these simple DIYs for the special man in your life. I'm sure he'll love them!

♥ 
Gina Bell (aka East Coast Mommy)

You may also like the Father's Day ideas here.

My Boys FAVORITE Picks from the NEW Spring/Summer Gongshow Line

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The weather is getting warmer, and my boys are getting ready to spend more time outside (and away from the rink). So, when Gongshow offered to let them pick out a few items from their new Spring/Summer line, my boys jumped at the chance. They love the cool, high-quality hockey themed clothing... and I'm sharing their favourites below.

My youngest is a goalie and just finishing up his Spring hockey development camp. He chose the Classic Blues hoodie. It's perfect for wearing to the rink, but it will be great for chilly summer evenings by the campfire too. 

My oldest son loves the Gongshow hats, and he picked his two favourites from the new Gongshow line. He chose the Keep it Subtle Bucket, and the Hit up the Pond hat. They are both big on style and perfect for summer.

My middle son loves clothes that are comfy and allow him to move. He doesn't like anything too flashy, so this cozy grey hood was a perfect choice for him. It's called the Keep it Close Hoodie, and it's a fantastic addition to wardrobe.

There are so many fantastic options at Gongshow. You should totally pop over to their website and check out all their high-quality, functional, and stylish options. My hockey players are huge fans!

♥ 

Gina Bell (aka East Coast Mommy)

*Disclosure - I was given GONGSHOW products for free in exchange for my honest review and promotion of the products. As always, the views expressed on this blog are 100% my own... and my boys genuinely loved everything they received.

Top 10 Things to Buy at the DOLLAR STORE for Summer

I love summer... and it's a perfect time to pick up some great items from the dollar store. Today, I'm sharing my top 10 Dollarama finds, tips, tricks, and DIYs for summer. You're going to love these!

1) Garden stakes - These garden stakes are inexpensive, versatile, and sturdy. They are great for hanging solar lanterns. I also love them by a fire pit to hold all the necessary s'more supplies.

2) Organization tools - I love these chalkboard plant markers as bin labels. They are cheap and easy to use. The vacuum bags are great for storing items too. They are fantastic space savers!

3) Seasonal glassware - The dollar store always has fun seasonal glassware options. This year, I'm loving this little watering can for my tiered tray and this super-trendy iridescent glass.

4) Bird feeder - The dollar store has many options for feeding feathered friends, but I love this clear one. It attaches to a window, so it's perfect for birdwatching from inside the house.

5) Wasp deterent - I know this is a weird one, but I am a believer in this inexpensive item. Last year, we had a wasp nest under our porch, and after I put up this fake nest, the little pests disappeared. I was skeptical at first, but it really worked for me.

6) Summer lights - The dollar store has a large variety of fun summer lighting options. I love the solar lights and paper lanterns, but I also love this cheap option. The fairy lights are attached to a cork that can be inserted into an empty wine bottle. It's a fun option for a patio light.

7) Discounted name brand cosmetics and toiletries - The dollar store has a large variety of name brand cosmetics and toiletries at fantastic prices. My favourites right now are this Dove cream and this lip balm with SPF. Perfect for summer!

8) Galvanized buckets - The are many galvanized buckets optios , but this one is my favourite right now. It's flat on one side and has a fantastic rope hanger. I've already DIY'ed one for summer, but I bought extra ones for Fall and Christmas too!

9) Summer bags - There is a cheap bag for every style preference at the dollar store. I love this knit, ombre bag... but go to the dollar store and choose what YOU like. I guarantee you'll be able to find something to suit YOUR taste.

10) Plant pots - I love the large variety of planters available at the dollar store. There are tons of different colour, size and style options. I love the brightly coloured ones and the faux concrete options. They can be used for plants, but I transformed one of mine into a tabletop fire bowl. What do you think?!?

For a closer look at my dollar store finds (AND HOW I USED THEM), check out this YouTube video I made for you.

What do you think of my dollar store finds? I hope I've inspired you do pick up some inexpensive goodies and use them in creative ways.

 

♥

Gina Bell (aka East Coast Mommy)

You might also like the summer DIYs and free summer print here.