Dinnerware at Dollar Tree?

Sue98 · ‎03-09-2010

The other day I was picking up some cleaning supplies at Dollar Tree, and as I was walking through the houseware aisle I noticed all the pretty dinnerware they have. Some are printed with sunflowers, others are embossed, some plain, but there are very pretty colors, too.

I guess I've never noticed them because, to be honest, I wouldn't have ever considered buying dinnerware there, but then I've been wondering about them since. For $1 per piece, it seems you couldn't go wrong.

Has anyone purchased dinnerware from Dollar Tree? Any thoughts?

Carmie · ‎10-25-2010

I have a few pieces...platters and bowls, no dishes. I use them in my RV. I figured for the price, why not? They have held up very well, no chips or cracks even though they have been knocked around on occasion. We have some glassware too.

felixmom · ‎02-06-2012

A lot of Chinese dinnerware has been found to have lead in the glaze.

I'm not worried so much about durability. just concerned about the possibility of toxins from chemicals.

151949 · ‎03-09-2010

I haven't bought dinnerware but I have bought glasses there. A set of old fashioned Coca Cola soda glasses and a set of smaller Coke glasses that look like a can of coke. I've had them for years - they were originally purchased for the camper and were brought home when we sold it.

chrystaltree · ‎05-10-2010

Yes, indeed. I have the dinnerware and the flatware with the colored handles. I like to color coordinate when I have guests over and dollar store items are a great way to do that without going with plastic and paper. And they are permanent, I can pull them out and use them whenever I want. I have a white set of the dinnerware and several of sets of the flatware with white handles. I bought them at times. My foundation pieces for informal or fun decorating. Then I add bright tablecloths, napkins, flowers etc. from the dollar store or Amazon or a party store.

esmerelda · ‎03-10-2010

@Sue98I have not. But ifI was interested in having seasonal dishes, I think I might pick up some of those. I thought they were pretty.

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luvzchiz · ‎03-09-2010

I have purchased some glassware ther but only if it had made in the USA stamped. I have found that their ceramic ware is made in China. I won't buy those.

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CelticCrafter · ‎03-09-2010

I would only buy them for decorative use.

patbz · ‎03-10-2010

I buy their glassware for every day use. I haven't bought their dinnerware but even if it is made in China it has to clear customs and USA lead standards. I'm tired of having any and everything made in China slammed; reminds me of "made in occupied Japan". That said, I skip things like their toothpaste and dog food as it could be easily adultrated.

x Hedge · ‎08-18-2016

Yes. Look for more threads in the Home Forum.

Our sunflower pattern is gone now but at Dollar Tree the other day I saw a beautiful autumn leaves pattern in dishware, seat cushions, dish mats, etc.

As for the lead content, it's easy enough to check with Dollar Tree at their .com site.

Dishes can be used for more than eating.

I like to display candles on some of those pretty dishes.

I was thinking of a hanging wall display with those autumn plates.

I have a huge golden hued shallow bowl and in past years every day I would pick up the prettiest autumn leaf on my walk, bring it home and add it to the bowl. In no time I had a centerpiece of a huge jumble of beautiful colorful leaves that filled the room with the crisp, dry, leafy smell of the perfect autumn day.

I thought that would look great with those autumn leaves patterned dishes from Dollar Tree.

https://community.qvc.com/t5/Home/Sunflower-dishes-from-the-Dollar-Tree/m-p/4773026#M141192