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Looking for Christmas presents without spending too much money? If so, this gift guide is for you.
Looking at your holiday bill can make you feel sick. Gifts are a big part of holiday spending, but they’re not the only expense.
If you’re hosting a dinner, paying for the food you serve to your guests can be expensive. Christmas decorations are something you’ll want to pick up every time you visit a store.
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No need to worry. Gifts this holiday season allow you to stay on the budget while still giving presents that are full of sentimental value as well as practical appeal.
Below are some affordable gift ideas ahead of the holiday season.
Don’t go into debt with holiday expenses. Instead, consider one of the more affordable gifts that will be easy on the wallet and the recipient will love. (St. Petersburg)
- gift set
- Practical items
- hot chocolate kit
- DIY cookbook
- beautiful houseplants
- Relaxing scented candle
- Subscription box or membership
- handwritten notes and scrapbooks
- self care kit
- personalized gifts
- experience gift
- Board games and puzzles
- Reusable and environmentally friendly items
- baked goods
- handmade tie blanket
1. Gift set
Many companies offer holiday gift sets that include their products.
These are especially popular in the beauty/skin care field.
When you purchase a gift set, you get a variety of products at low prices.
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If you gift one of these this holiday season, anyone who buys it will be able to try out different products with their gift.
2. Practical items
Holiday wish lists are usually filled with wants rather than needs, many of which can be expensive.
When trying to shop on a budget, think about the practical bargains the shopper needs.
Practical gifts include things like fancy soaps and lotions that you know the recipient will use someday.
Everyone needs hand soap at home. This holiday season, give the gift of luxurious hand soap with a pleasant scent, stylish packaging, and lathering. (Monika Skolimowska/Photo in partnership with Getty Images)
3. Hot chocolate kit
There’s nothing better than relaxing in your pajamas with a mug of warm hot chocolate in hand.
One great and affordable gift this holiday season is a hot chocolate kit.
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You can easily make one at home by purchasing a holiday or winter-themed mug and filling it with a bag of hot chocolate and mini marshmallows.
You can also pour hot chocolate mix into the jar and layer chocolate chips and marshmallows on top. Tie a red or green ribbon around the jar for a more festive feel.
Another idea is to use transparent Christmas tree ornaments instead of jars. To do this, unscrew the top, pour hot chocolate inside and top with marshmallows.
Hot chocolate is a holiday staple. A DIY hot chocolate kit is a unique holiday gift that’s sure to come in handy. (Angelika Guletskaya/REDA/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)
4. DIY Cookbook
If you love cooking and baking, share your favorite recipes with your loved ones with a DIY cookbook.
This is a very budget-friendly gift because you just use a binder to keep all the recipes together.
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Choose a few of your favorites, print them out, and put them in a clear sleeve. Next, organize your recipes into binders.
Recipients can easily add all their recipes over the years to the binder.
5. Beautiful houseplants
Enrich your space with the blessings of nature!
Lush potted plants and adorable succulents make thoughtful yet affordable gifts that add life to the recipient’s living environment.
Beyond its aesthetic appeal, such green gifts symbolize growth and vitality, expressing a sense of nurturing that flourishes over time.
Houseplants are an easy way to bring nature into your home. (MOHD RASFAN/AFP via Getty Images)
The idea of sharing the natural world can be seen as a heartfelt testament to bringing tranquility and freshness into someone’s home.
6. Relaxing scented candles
Scented candles are affordable and practical.
If you’re feeling inclined, you can even make your own candles and give them away this holiday season.
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All you really need to make a candle is a jar or bowl, candle wax, a wick, and your favorite fragrance.
Candles add a nice touch to any home and they don’t cost much.
7. Subscription Box or Membership
Give the gift that keeps on giving this holiday season with a subscription box or membership.
From book club subscriptions to streaming services to monthly snack deliveries, these carefully selected services extend the joy of gifting beyond a single occasion.
By leveraging recipient interest, these subscriptions provide an ongoing source of joy without the burden of large upfront costs.
With a variety of subscription boxes available, shoppers are sure to find something that fits their interests. (St. Petersburg)
8. Handwritten notes or scrapbooks
Imagine the powerful emotions behind a handwritten note or the essence of a beautifully crafted diary.
By writing down personal words, you can convey your heartfelt feelings, remember important moments, or even inspire your recipient to start a journal.
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Scrapbooks also make great sentimental gifts.
9. Self-care kit
Assemble an assortment of affordable treasures designed to bring gift recipients a moment of peace in their daily lives.
Bath bombs, scented candles, face masks, and cozy blankets are just a few items worth considering adding to the self-care kit you create.
This carefully selected ensemble is more than just a gift. It’s an invitation to relax and cherish moments of relaxation and rejuvenation.
If you’re serious about your daily skincare routine, consider creating a self-care box filled with essentials. (St. Petersburg)
Share the joy of self-pampering and tranquility, providing a thoughtful sanctuary for recipients to escape the chaos and spend blissful moments of self-care.
10. Personalized gifts
The quest for the perfect present is often intertwined with the desire to evoke heartfelt emotion without straining the purse strings.
In this quest lies the appeal of personalized gifts, such as bespoke mugs, keychains engraved with initials, and jewelry engraved with meaningful dates and names.
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These gifts not only fit within your budget, but they also have deep emotional value, embodying an important connection that resonates with the recipient, making them feel truly valued and appreciated.
11. Experience gift
Think about experiences that will stay with you long after the wrapping paper is gone, and suggest gifts that go beyond mere materialism.
Let’s delve into the realm of gifting immersive experiences instead of tangible items. Giving gifts like cooking classes, spa visits, tickets to local events, and museum tours are all great options.
These experiential gifts are not only memorable, but also affordable, offering shared moments and the joy of discovery on a budget.
Experiential gifts like cooking classes can help your loved one learn new skills. (St. Petersburg)
By choosing these experiences, you receive the gift of sharing treasured memories and adventures that will touch your heart far beyond the holiday season.
12. Board games and puzzles
For those who love to entertain indoors, consider gifting board games or complex puzzles that will provide hours of fun and foster shared moments of connection.
These thoughtful gifts not only provide entertainment, but also create opportunities for important bonding between family and friends.
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Also, the square shape makes it easier to wrap.
13. Eco-friendly products that can be used repeatedly
Consider sustainable and eco-friendly gift options like reusable straws to minimize single-use plastic waste and versatile tote bags to help reduce single-use plastic bags.
Plus, eco-friendly kitchenware like reusable food wrap and bamboo utensil sets make thoughtful and impactful gifts because they advocate a sustainable lifestyle while also being practical. Masu.
You can also combine several different items to create an eco-friendly gift bag filled with goodies.
Eco-friendly gifts like reusable bags are practical, affordable, and help improve the planet. (Lindsay Nicholson/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images/iStock)
14. Baked sweets
Making homemade cookies, decadent fudge, or assembling a DIY baking or cooking kit complete with ingredients and recipes is a thoughtful gesture that is always warmly welcomed.
Edible gifts offer pleasant surprises and spread joy through the aroma of freshly baked treats and the joy of culinary exploration.
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Give your baked goods a professional look by placing them in holiday-themed boxes or bakery-style bags.
15. Handmade tie blanket
Handmade gifts always show consideration.
To save money this holiday season, spend time preparing gifts that show your loved ones that you care.
A cozy blanket is a must-have for those frigid winter days, and you don’t need to know how to knit or crochet.
Handmade gifts are thoughtful, thoughtful, and heartfelt holiday gifts. (St. Petersburg)
One easy way to make beautiful blankets at home is by tying them.
Basically, all you need to do this is two pieces of fleece or felt and a pair of scissors.
If necessary, trim the fabric to the appropriate size, cut a square from each corner of the fabric, and overlap the fabric.
Next, begin cutting both pieces of fabric in straight lines around the perimeter of the blanket, evenly spaced.
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Then go back and tie each two pieces together to form the blanket.
