15 Epic Target Dollar Bin Crafts That Only Look Expensive

The Target One Spot (newly renamed to the Target Bullseye’s Playground) is one of my favorite spots in the entire store. With items priced at $1 and $3, It’s one of my kids’ go-to spots as well for craft knick knacks, seasonal decor, and rewards for chores or homework well done. I look forward to spending time in the four mini aisles that excite my bargain-hunting and DIY side. Although the products are dirt cheap, they are the source of so many of my favorite creative, organizational, and pretty DIY projects for the home, office, and celebrations. While the the products in Bullseye’s Playground change based on the season and holidays, I’ve seen some fantastically doctored up items that began as $1 or $3 items, but have been transformed to look like high-end everyday and holiday decor items.

These fifteen brilliant DIY projects all began with creativity in the Target dollar bin, have been doctored up to look like a million bucks. I hope this slideshow will inspire you to think beyond the bin!

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Target Dollar Bin DIYs

DIY Hexagon Art

Mandy has a pretty way of asking people to chill out. It’s a black and white print framed with a gold hexagon frame. The frame isn’t actually a frame; it’s a tray from Target. The DIY "Chill Out" plaque looks a lot more expensive than a dollar.

Learn how to do it at Fabric Paper Glue.

Image: Fabric Paper Glue.
DIY Storage Basket

This three dollar storage basket is on trend, expensive looking, and chic. The graphic print is beautiful and bold, and makes more than a three dollar statement.

See more at Kristi Murphy.

Image: Kristi Murphy
DIY Copper Plant Holder

Copper is on trend this year, and the price reflects it. Everyone wants a piece of copper in his/her home, and this is an affordable way to do it just one or three dollars. Target does it again, and Anna brought it to life beautifully with a DIY hanging copper plant.

See the tutorial at In Honor of Design.

Image: In Honor of Design
DIY Luggage Tags

Before you catch your next flight, make DIY luggage tags just in case you lose your luggage. Plus, your luggage look will good, with a small price to pay, for the travel days ahead.

Find all the details at Lovely Indeed.

Image: Lovely Indeed
DIY Dr. Seuss Wall Art

Thing 1, Thing 2.
One red, one blue.
Make canvas art from bags from the Target dollar bin.
Your wallet will thank you—consider it a win!

Tutorial is at Fancy Frugal Life.

Image: Fancy Frugal Life
DIY Indoor Herb Garden

Oh my goodness, this DIY indoor herb garden has the inner gardener in me giddy. The wood looks like a modern, expensive piece of art, and it’s useful because it grows herbs. With enough light, the herbs can grow year round, and your food will be so fresh.

Find the full tutorial at Tried and True Blog.

Image: Tried and True Blog
DIY Flamingo Tote

Make a statement on the beach during spring break with a DIY flamingo tote. This would be a fun mother/daughter project. The tropical vibes from this bag will make you wish you had a pina colada in hand 24/7, and there’s nothing wrong with that. You’ll be chic without spending a lot of money, and in no time you’ll be #flamingling with friends.

Details at Weekend Pursuits.

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DIY

This little box found in the Target dollar bin really is a gem. The custom vinyl on the top of the emerald-shaped container makes it look pricey. These would make for adorable gifts or a wonderful home or office accessory.

Find the tutorial at Oleander and Palm.

Image: Oleander and Palm
DIY Animal Planter

If you’re like me and you really want to grow thriving indoor plants but it doesn’t always work out (a.k.a., they die after about one month), then this is the planter for you. Why? Because not only is it chic and pricey looking, but it also involves air plants, and air plants are a plant you (and I) can do.

All the details are at Everyday with Sarah.

Image: Everyday with Sarah
Bathroom Organization

Being organized feels so good. It can feel like a million bucks, and with a couple good finds from the Target dollar bin, it can look like it, too. Organize your bathroom with jars and bins from Target, and it will be pretty and clutter free.

See details at Classy Clutter.

Image: Classy Clutter
DIY Elephant Bookends

Bring out your wild side with DIY animal bookends. Transform a toy elephant from the dollar bin into an eye-catching shelf accessory. This shelf needs a #shelfie.

Read the full tutorial at Hi Sugarplum!

Image: Hi Sugarplum
DIY Tea Organizer

I love to drink tea throughout the day. But my tea drawer is an unorganized mess. The Target dollar bin came to the rescue. With a three dollar white wood box and mini file folders, my tea life can finally get in order. The DIY tea organizer, which looks expensive with a custom vinyl design on the front and various teas on the inside, was an A+ teacher gift this year.

Learn how to make it at j. sorelle.

Image: j. sorelle
DIY Hexagon Tile Tray

Tile meant for the bathroom floor and walls got put into a Target dollar bin tray, and I’m so happy it did. This project is unique and looks way more expensive than three bucks. Put your tile skills to work with this one.

Read the tutorial at The Proper Blog.

Image: The Proper Blog
Notebook Party Favor

As a mom who loves to throw a good party, I love when I find party favors that are not only "on theme" but are also adorable and expensive looking. I can’t afford to spend ten dollars a person when it’s a large party, so Target is often my go-to spot for cute, affordable finds. This camping notebook is not only cute, but it's also an affordable and meaningful gift.

Details at Hello Lidy.

Image: Hello Lidy
DIY Tray

These one dollar trays looks so pretty and costly, and can be made in less than fifteen minutes. Score! For all you busy moms, it’s like a dream come true. You don’t even need a paintbrush for this one. For just one dollar, you can have a lovely jewelry tray for yourself, a gift for a friend, or a bright container for your office pushpins and clips.

Find the full tutorial at Rain on a Tin Roof.

Image: Rain on a Tin Roof