My $443 Costco Haul: $10 Clearance Ben Sherman Shoes & More

I went to Costco with a shopping list, but ended up with quite a few things that weren’t on my list. Between the sale finds, a few things for the kids, and a happy surprise at checkout, my Costco haul total came to $443.69.

This haul included some of our regular groceries, personal care items I stocked up on, and several impulse buys.

Here’s everything I bought and why it came home with me.

Ben Sherman Sneakers

I’d been eyeing these Ben Sherman sneakers for my husband, but I wasn’t sure he would like them.

They were marked $19.97, so I figured I could buy them and return them if they weren’t his style.

Then they rang up at $10. That was such a happy surprise!

At that price, I decided I’m keeping them. If my husband doesn’t like them, I’ll gift them to someone else. There is no way I’m returning $10 men’s shoes!

Ski Helmet for My Son

Walking past the ski helmets reminded me that my son has probably outgrown his old one.

I hadn’t put ski helmet on my shopping list, but seeing the display got me thinking about what he needs before ski season.

I picked up a black ski helmet for $59.99. It has Mips, which was one of the reasons I chose it.

It was a somewhat impulsive purchase, prompted only because I walked by the ski helmet display.

Memory Foam Bath Mat

This big memory foam bath mat was $8.99 after $4 off the regular price of $12.99.

Did I go to Costco for a bath mat? No. But I saw it on sale, liked the size and memory foam, and added it to my cart.

Grey Faux Fur Rug

I spotted this faux fur rug on sale for $13.99 after $5 off, and it was so soft that I immediately thought of my son’s room.

I thought he would love having it beside his bed.

The grey is also perfect for his grey-themed room, so it felt like a good fit rather than just something I was buying because it was discounted.

Tramontina Ceramic Frying Pan Set

I bought this three-piece Tramontina ceramic frying pan set for $56.99.

I replace my pans fairly often because I don’t like keeping them once they start losing their non-stick. I’m probably a little wasteful with how frequently I buy replacements, but I feel more comfortable cooking with a fresh set.

Six-Piece Bathroom Hardware Set

This bathroom hardware was another happy purchase. I saw it on the shelf without a price tag.

And since it was the last one, I figured it might be on clearance sale. So I took a chance.

It rang up at $7.97, which felt like a steal for a six piece bathroom hardware set that comes with toilet paper holder, hand towel holder, hooks and bath towel holders.

I’m planning to use it to refresh my son’s bathroom because his current hardware keeps falling down.

Canvas Laundry Basket

The large canvas laundry basket was $15.99 after $4 off the regular price of $19.99.

I picked it up for my daughter’s bathroom because it was on sale. It’s also time to replace her old, worn out laundry basket.

I love how walking through Costco’s aisles is how I remember what else we need around the house.

Kirkland Chicken Pot Pie

I picked up a Kirkland chicken pot pie for dinner. This is one of my favorite comfort food dinners from Costco.

Mine was $22.86. These are sold by weight, so the total varies depending on which pie you choose.

I think it’s a good value because this one pie can stretch into two meals for my family of four. It’s especially nice to bring home something for dinner after a shopping trip, so I don’t have to cook from scratch.

Bella Italia Potato Gnocchi

This potato gnocchi was a new item I wanted to try. My son loves gnocchi, so it caught my attention.

The box was $6.99 for four individual packages, which works out to about $1.75 per package.

I like that it’s divided into separate packages rather than one big bag.

Broccoli

I’ve been buying broccoli every Costco trip lately. One bag was $7.99.

I usually air fry it. It’s such an easy side dish. And everyone loves it.

Chobani Protein Yogurt Drinks

These Chobani protein yogurt drinks have become a regular purchase.

My teenage son, who plays football, has been trying to get more protein.

The twelve-pack of 10-ounce bottles was $19.99, or about $1.67 per drink. Each bottle has 20 grams of protein.

They’re particularly convenient on mornings when we’re rushing out the door. He can drink one in the car on the way to school.

Kirkland Hemp Hearts

The Kirkland hemp hearts were $12.99 a bag.

I’ve been buying these to add to my morning yogurt.

If you haven’t tried them yet, you should. It’s got a nice nutty flavor.

Sugar Bowl Bakery Palmiers

I probably shouldn’t keep buying these palmiers because I end up eating most of the container myself.

But they were on sale, so I got a pack.

The two pound tub was only $6.99 after $2 off the regular price of $8.99.

Bake Believe Dark Chocolate Baking Chips

I bought these Bake Believe no sugar added dark chocolate baking chips for Thanksgiving and holiday baking.

The 32 ounce bag was $12.99.

I’ve started buying things I need for Thanksgiving and holiday baking.

McCormick Whole Cloves

The McCormick whole cloves were $7.49 for a 6.12 ounce container.

I picked these up for holiday cooking too.

Green Grapes

The green grapes were $8.99.

Costco grapes have usually been good quality in my experience. They tend to be crunchy and taste good, and keeping a tub in the refrigerator makes it easy for everyone to grab some fruit.

Fuji Apples

I bought a four pound bag of Fuji apples for $7.99.

That works out to about $2 a pound. Along with the grapes and bananas, these rounded out the fruit portion of this Costco haul.

Organic Bananas

The organic bananas were $2.49.

We use bananas for snacks and breakfast. When they get too ripe, I peel and freeze the extras for smoothies or banana muffins, which helps us use them up.

Lactaid 2 Percent Milk

My Lactaid 2 percent milk was $5.59.

This is what I put in my coffee every day, so it’s one of my regular refrigerator purchases. It may not be the most exciting thing in the cart, but it’s something I use consistently.

Vintage Seltzer

I bought two cases of Vintage seltzer for $9.69 each.

If you’ve watched my Costco hauls, you know I drink seltzer every day. I used to drink a lot of Diet Coke until I realized it was really the carbonation I craved.

Plain seltzer gives me those same satisfying bubbles, so it’s become my go-to.

LaCroix Variety Pack

The LaCroix variety pack was $10.99 for 24 cans.

This assortment has cran-raspberry, tangerine and berry. It works out to about 46 cents per can before the bottle deposit.

Kirkland Coconut Water

I’m addicted to this Kirkland coconut water.

It’s a little pricey at $12.99 for six bottles, which works out to about $2.17 each. But I keep buying it.

Dove Pink Bar Soap

I stocked up on personal care items during this trip because several products we use were on sale.

I bought two packs of Dove pink bar soap for $13.99 each after $4.50 off the regular price of $18.49. Together, they came to $27.98 with $9 in instant savings.

I prefer bar soap, while my kids use body wash, which is why both made it into this haul.

Dove Body Wash

The Dove body wash three pack was $15.49 after $5.50 off the regular price of $20.99.

This is the kind of everyday item I like to buy when it’s on sale at Costco.

Listerine Mouthwash

The two pack of Listerine mouthwash was $9.99 after $4 off the regular price of $13.99.

That works out to about $5 per bottle. Like the soap and body wash, I bought it because it was on sale.

Colgate Toothpaste

The five pack of Colgate toothpaste was $10.99 after $5 off the regular price of $15.99.

That comes to about $2.20 per tube. I’m stocking up because it’s on sale.

GUM Soft-Picks

The GUM Soft-Picks were $9.99 after $3 off the regular price of $12.99.

The package contains 180 picks. This is also another item I’m stocking up on because it’s on sale.

What My Costco Haul Cost

My Costco haul total came out to $443.69.

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