I just checked out this new Big Lots location in the Target/Kohl's shopping center. The sign says Grand Opening so I think they must have opened this weekend. It's in the location where Linens & Things used to be.
The store is new so it's very clean and organized. The woman who checked me out was super friendly and seemed very knowledgeable.
Here is what I like to get from Big Lots
144 tea-light candles for $6!
peanut butter for holiday baking for well under $2 a jar (usually I get the "natural" stuff but the average PB is better for fudge and baking)
throw pillows for my throw pillow obsession
gift wrap
gift bags
gift basket stuffers and fillers
candy for the movies
seasonal holiday knickknacks and things to hang on my shepherds hook
Hints:
*come frequently and browse because inventory is revolving
*browse every aisle. the deals are sometimes hiding :)
*look out for prices in comparison to competitors and keep in mind how MUCH you are are getting for the price (ounces, qty, etc) sometimes it might seem like a good deal but you might be able to get bigger box/more somewhere for less