I cannot go to a so-called dollar store without spending ten or twenty bucks. And now that I am constantly on the search for bento accessories, this place is my new nemesis.

The Strawberry Shortcake containers were each a dollar. The crescent shape is a silicone baking mold, but will make an excellent divider in a bento box. The monkey and tiger cups are from the infants section and were 2 for $1.00. They came with a spoon and will be perfect for yogurt or fruit.

(Not pictured: nacho cheese, “cheetos”, and TGIF potato skins. Nothing like cheap, unhealthy junk food.)

As we were standing in line, I remarked, “I just negated all the money I saved at Kroger!”