Home Depot Shopper Reveals That Her Poinsettia Was Actually More Expensive On Black Friday

No one likes to feel cheated, but that was exactly what Black Friday Shopper and TikToker @aliciared00 experienced after buying a poinsettia from Home Depot.
But she wasn’t surprised. She had her camera recording to document what she was about to literally uncover for a TikTok video.
“You ready?” the man recording asks.

The price label reads 7.98. Then she starts peeling it off. What’s underneath didn’t shock her or the man recording, presumably her husband.
Then came the moment of truth. What was behind the label?

Another label. Now we see where this is going.
Any guesses what this price might be? Will it be a penny discount?
She’s peeling it slowly, perhaps to prolong the suspense or maybe just to prevent the label underneath from tearing.

It reads “5.98.” That’s about $2 cheaper than the sale price.
Consumers have been warning people that in recent years, Black Friday sales tend not to be sales at all.
Home Depot was not tagged in the caption and they didn’t seem to respond in the comments.
Watch the full clip.
@aliciared00
Here is what folks are saying.
I don’t bother with it, either.

Color me surprised, Jami.

Maybe some locations go rogue?

I don’t either. Marketing works, I guess.

It’s good to be aware, Julie!

Boxing Day sales in Canada seem pretty good.
If you liked that story, check out this one about a Costco customer who got their cart stolen… so she hatched a plan to get it back!
Author
Ashley AshbeeAshley Ashbee | Contributing Writer, Workplace & Culture
Ashley Ashbee is a contributing writer for TwistedSifter specializing in workplace dynamics, employee advocacy, and professional culture. Drawing on her real-world experience as a software consultant, she brings a unique, insider perspective to navigating office conflicts, toxic management, and trending professional dilemmas.
Holding a degree in Professional Writing from York University, Ashley combines her formal editorial training with her corporate background to deliver highly engaging, empathetic narratives. She excels at breaking down complex workplace dramas and translating them into stories that truly empower and validate modern workers.
Based in St. Catharines, Ontario, Ashley balances her time between the tech and publishing worlds with her love for the outdoors. When she isn’t consulting or writing, she can usually be found exploring local walking trails or experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.
Categories: Life & Drama
Tags: · black friday, consumer advocates, home depot, public service announcement, scam, tiktok, top, video, viral

Sign up to get our BEST stories of the week straight to your inbox.



