Costco finds, non-food (337 views)

I am exhausted looking at sweatpants or any pants for women because I DETEST that they sit on the pubic bone. Didn't that trend finally end??!! Tell the retailers that. On a whim, I picked up the Men's Puma joggers/sweats in small. PERFECT. Not catered to slim you (pockets) but could not believe how well they fit. And Nov. 18th-23(?) they are taking $4.00 off. SO wish costco were closer!

We buy the 50# softener salt when we are feeling strong and ready to deal with the extra 10 pounds

DH swears by their dupes of the smartwool socks for men. I bought merino wool socks for women (and it figures), one washing and there are holes in the toe area. RANT: Why can't they make women's clothing as durable as mens...and not charge us through the roof!

I've purchased vacuum cleaners from them (had to return one and nice to know they take it all back), sonicare and/or oral b brush head replacements --best prices I've ever seen but you don't have a choice on compact heads.

Not all supplements are a great value, but the glucosamine/chondroitin that DH uses is worth it.

Nitrile gloves...go through them a lot when we fish, or if I am handling a lot of meat in the kitchen; DH goes through a lot in the garage to avoid solvents/chemicals.

They were selling nordicware baking sheets that were great. Also a cast iron dupe of a Staub that is really great!

LED book lights----ideal when the power goes out.

Kirkland batteries score very high on reliability.

I've purchased pillows, entry way rugs, 2 huge open/box concept furniture for storage, the kirkland dupe of clorox wipes...bigger wipes.

I always stock up when Kleenex has money off. I'm not a fan of the kirkland TP. I've written and asked them to change it, but so far, no dice.

2-pack of the saran-wrap-type film.

2-pack of the heavy duty reynolds foil (hit or miss...have gotten some odd boxes with holes all through the foil but costco replaced it!)

Fancy Feasts assorted when it is on sale

Copy-cat of Uggs (and I have a pair of real uggs)...for the money, prefer the dupes so I don't fret over "ruining" or staining them.

40# pack of sunflower seed for birds

Kirkland paper towels.

Huge bag of baking soda (cleaning!)

2-pk vinegar (cleaning!!)

Bought a TV (Sony)

Yamaha speaker bar

Mobile 1 synthetic oil (when on sale)

windshield wipers

Car mats

Microfiber cloths (huge bag!)

Small chest freezer

Microwave when we first moved here

Towels/washcloths,
Ibuprofen, aspirin, allergy meds

Glasses,

Raised beds for the garden (and compost)--probably a few plants and a hose (leaked so we returned it).

Olay Complete (when they have a sale)
(I've purchased --twice now---facial wipes but have yet to use them!)

Amlactin (when it goes on sale)--amazing lotion if you have those bumpy things on the back of your arms.

I'm sure I'm forgetting something!!

For years I bought Karen N. nightgowns at Marshall's/TJMaxx, but haven't seen any in recent years. Most of mine are getting threadbare. Did they have gowns or just PJ's at Costco? Guess I need to pay a visit.

Walycat, I purchase so many things on that list myself.

I recently bought their shampoo and conditioner after a few years of not using it. So far, it has been great, and you can't beat the price and size (about $8 or $9 each). When I was there last they had a 2 pack of Aveno body was for $6.97, so I bought 3 packs. My sister is lactose intolerant and she buys Kirland brand "Lactaid" and she finds it works better than the brand name, pricier product.

Last year when we moved we bought a new tv console that we really like. We rented a truck for about $20 and was so worth it. When they bring back their furniture, usually after Christmas, we plan on getting a few bedroom pieces for a spare room. I know in the past they had a media dresser that was perfect for a tv as well since it had slots for the dvr. Also, we are waiting for their patio seating in the spring (sofa and chairs) since we liked what we saw last year, and it is so much cheaper than what the local stores offer, and comfortable too. So many are uncomfortable that I refuse to order online since I need to test it out.

As for clothes, it's hit or miss for us. I bought a light jacket last year that is just as good as any North Face or Eddie Bauer, etc. version, for $20. But I agree with Wallycat about the holes in the socks. I thought it was just me, so I hardly ever wear socks around the house. Now I wear my Sketchers that I mentioned above and love them!

All I saw was pj's at my Costco but I really didn't look closely b/c South Texas is still in the 80's so I'm just not in the market yet.

Socks! I bought some merino wool socks a few weeks ago. So comfy and they've been nice and warm as the weather's changed a bit. They washed just fine without shrinking too.

Beth, 
As long as the Allegra package is sealed and it is not past the expiration date, they should take it back.

Karen

We were there the other day and they had a Tramontina "casserole" type stainless WITH an induction plate for $70. WOW.
For anyone that entertains a lot and needs to keep sauces warm or cheese dips melty...or needs more than a crockpot but doesn't want to use up stove space, this may be a great thing. I did not read about the induction except it is 1500 watts. I even thought about people who have drink bars/stations and want to be able to brew hot water for tea or pour over coffee.
My (Bosch) induction cooktop has timers and can turn off on its own, time down, blah, blah....not sure what features this one offered.
I think the stainless pan was a 4 quart.

I've seen that as well. I've been thinking of getting one for my bar area in the basement, but I keep passing on it since I haven't the need for it yet. I keep the Keurig down there for coffee/tea.

Ladies Speedo bathing suits for 19.99. I swim twice a week, and I pick up at least 2 of them every spring. They usually only have them the first few months of the year ( never in the summer!). Indoor pools seem to wreck expensive suits; I usually get a year's use out of mine. The only problem with them is that they have limited colors and styles; one time I wore one to Aqua class and 3 of us were wearing the exact same suit; we looked like a c league swim team .

I purchase Orlando Pita Argan Gloss shampoo and conditioner over the weekend. Both were part of the coupon offers, $5 off, so $9.99 each, so I couldn't pass up the chance to try them at those prices, since the bottles are 27 oz. I have dry hair that likes to frizz, so I need something that will give it moisture. I've used them a few time and so far so good. The conditioner is unlike any other I have used. I don't know how to describe but it instantly makes my hair feel soft, just by applying it. It just glides through my hair. The real test is in the summer I know, but so far I like the results. I hadn't seen these before, but I don't always look at the shampoo. I have used the Kirkland shampoo and conditioner and find it works for a while and then I switch to Neutrogena Triple Moisture, which works well for my hair as well.

Just a note of caution, I have a friend who is allergic to nuts, and had a bad reaction to an argan oil shampoo (I think she said Pantene). Her face - especially her eyes and lips swelled, so beware if you have allergies.