Things we bought that are worth every penny

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Some purchases earn their keep, and this 7-quart Cuisinart Dutch oven is one of them. I use mine to bake bread and simmer chili, soups and sauces all year long. It's the kind of kitchen workhorse I turn to again and again. Right now, it’s 60% off at Wayfair, bringing the price down to just $99.

By mid-August, we've all been tempted by enough summer sales. So this week, we're looking beyond the biggest markdowns and more on what’s actually worth your money. I asked our writers and editors to share the products they own that have earned their keep. — Caitlyn Martyn, Commerce Editor

Shop favorites that last beyond Labor Day, like coolers built for tailgates, camping trips and years of weekends away.

Stock your kitchen with cookware made to last, including the cast-iron skillet our editors reach for again and again.

Be ready when the power goes out with reliable flashlights, generators and tools worth keeping on hand.

Editor's pick: Avenlur Date 4-in-1 Kitchen Tower & Desk: $101.15 (49% off) with code FOX15

Why it’s worth it: Save 49% on this Montessori-inspired helper tower with code FOX15 through Aug. 31. It gives toddlers a safe place to join kitchen activities, then converts into a desk, play seat or chalkboard.

Here are three items our team owns, uses and recommends.

"This cotton-cashmere-blend sweater gives the perfect fall look without being too heavy. I love the loose sleeves, the lightweight feel and, of course, the color." — Kelsey Ramirez, Production/Updates Editor

"Layla’s Kapok pillow is firm but not too firm, and I don’t wake up with a sore neck. It’s adjustable, too." — Jenny Op’t Holt, VP of Commerce Partnerships

"The 16GB Amazon Kindle is so lightweight, I can bring my book everywhere. Plus, the Kindle Unlimited membership lets me access a large library of books anytime, anywhere." — Jaclyn Kaufman, Associate Production Editor

To find out more about what our team bought, check out our "Add to Cart" series.

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Clothing storage bins, six-pack ($16.99) — now 43% off: Pack and store summer clothes in these clear-paneled bins.

Air purifier for large rooms ($89.99) — now 68% off: Filter out airborne particles like dust and pet dander.

Steam cleaner ($49.99) — now 50% off: Deep-clean floors, furniture and more ahead of fall.

Kasa Smart Plug Mini ($12.99) — now 43% off: Turn standard outlets into smart ones to control lights and appliances with Alexa or Google Assistant.

Mattress topper ($37.89) — now 46% off: Add a plush layer of cushioning to a dorm bed or aging mattress.

What to buy this Labor Day weekend — and what can wait until Black Friday

Blink security cameras and video doorbells start at just $22 at Best Buy

Save up to 50% on Blink security cameras, Ninja appliances and Lenovo laptops.

Take advantage of early Labor Day mattress sales and score up to 60% off Siena mattresses, starting at just $99.

Right now, you can save up to 60% on DreamCloud mattresses and 66% on adjustable bed frame bundles.

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