1. Channel: Home Improvement

Home Depot’s $300 12-Foot Skeleton Is Already Sold Out Online for the Rest of 2023

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Home Depot’s highly sought-after 12-foot skeleton has once again sold out online after its third and final restock of 2023, forcing enthusiasts to seek it in local stores. Priced at $300, the giant skeleton has been a recurring hit, with previous years also experiencing rapid sell-outs. Despite being marketed for Halloween, some customers have integrated…

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