I went from visiting Target less than 1 time a year to going there every other day (at least). I love it. It has everything. Its convenient and I discovered the 'End Caps'. These are the 'secret' of target. And man, do they have fun things to buy. Things I like to think of as necessities, but I didn't realize it was a necessity until I found the "End Cap". The prices are mediocre and its not like all items are a dollar or anything. But they are on sale....So when I see these 'necessities' one of two things happen.
1. I'm having a 'strong day' when I see the items. I ooooh and awwwe over how much I need them. Make the decision and think to myself 'Nope, not today'. By the way, Necessities include: Off candles for the deck, throw pillows, puzzles, lip balm plus sunscreen, lamp shade, some unknown supplement (vitamin of somesort? I think?), eye brow pencil and a Chinese lantern. On the way home I am so disappointed about the cool things I didn't buy. And the next time I'm at Target I B-Line it to the "End Caps" to pick up those items.
2. I'm having a 'week day'. I pass every 'End Cap' in the store. Again, ooooohing and awwwwing over these great 'necessities'. I talk myself into buying these items.... Because Man I need them and if I don't get them right this second someone else is going to buy them and I'll never have that blender with the cup attached to the top that you remove and drink your blended beverage in.
Other 'Necessities': A world map, paper plates with pink flowers on them (8 plates per package), sidewalk chalk, an Off clip on bug repellent and a microfiber mattress pad.
Admitting my End Cap addiction is the first step. Next step is stick to list shopping only. I will have an app on my phone with the REAL necessities on it and will, avoid (hopefully), those End caps.
Target, You've got me!
XOXO
-CuriousCourser-
I am the same way. Bought about $20 worth of Dr. Suess stuff in the $1 section the other day so I am super ready for his school birthday celebration in January!!! They know me by name there....not sure if that is good or bad!!
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