Gifts Under $20: 12 Gifts Under $20

Gifts Under $20: 12 Gifts Under $20

Hi Friends, 

‘Tis the season for gifts, gifts, and more gifts.  I try to remind myself that “Jesus is the Reason for the Season,” but let’s be real, all the people in my life still expect presents.  

I don’t know about you, but I have a pretty lengthy list of people I want to buy for.  My kids are the easiest people to buy for.  They want anything that is advertised on a TV.  Check out my Christmas Gift Guide for Kids.  

Everyone else can be a little more difficult.  This includes the rest of my family, teachers, bosses, co-workers, and the different gifts required for the different holiday parties.  What I have learned is it isn’t always about the dollar amount spent on a gift that makes it a “good gift,” but rather the amount of thought and consideration that makes a gift great.  Did it come from the heart or was it just a good deal on Black Friday? 

For this reason, I wanted to create a list of my favorite gifts under $20.  Like I said, spending a lot of money doesn’t automatically make something a good gift!  Hopefully this list inspires you or gives you a few ideas for the people on your shopping list this Christmas season!

Besides, you can always amp up a less expensive gift by using a cute presentation and beautiful wrapping.  

Gifts Under $20

This list is meant to be used as a guide for inspiration and ideas.  You can find most of these things at any store.  However these links are affiliate links, which means I will receive compensation from anything bought from the links provided at no additional cost to you. 

Gifts Under $20

Gifts under $20

Candles

I know a candle feels a little bit like a cop out, but I can promise you that I am never upset when I receive a candle as a gift. I don't even need an expensive candle to be happy either! My only requirement is that is smells good.

Gifts Under $20

Cheese Board

Do you know someone who loves to entertain? It is always fun to have new serving utensils to "romance the ordinary."


Gifts Under $20

Bath Bombs

I love a nice soak at the end of a long day. Encourage someone you love to participate in a little self-care with a gift of bath bombs.

Gifts Under $20

Diffuser

If you have someone on your list who uses essential oils they will love this little diffuser. I have this one and it is perfect for a bedroom or bathroom.

Gifts Under $20

Pyrex Container filled with Candy

Maybe it makes me old, but I love glass containers for leftovers. Fill one of these with my favorite candy and wrap it in a nice bow and I am happy as can be!

Coffee Mug w/ Starbucks Gift Card

A cute coffee mug with a Starbucks gift card is always a good go-to gift.

Gifts Under $20

Nail Polish w/ Gift Card

A nice nude nail polish is always in style. As a busy mom, I can't remember the last time I bought nail polish, or better yet, went to have a mani/pedi! Throw in a gift card to a local salon and you are set!

Gifts Under $20

Cookie Recipe w/ all ingredients

Are you known for a cookie or cake recipe? If so, write it out on a recipe card. Attach the recipe card to a basket filled with a few baking tools, i.e. silpat baking mat or a liquid measuring cup.

Gifts Under $20

Clip-On Bluetooth Speaker

For someone who is always outside or likes to listen to music when he/she is out and about!

Gifts Under $20

Succulents

Plant a few of these cuties in a nice dish or a beautiful pot and you have yourself a lovely gift that will last for a long time!


Reusable Baggies w/ Candy

A great gift for parents or the environmentalist in your life. Step it up a notch and fill the bags with some of his/her favorite candies.

Board Games

A fun, new party game is always a good idea. Added bonus, it gives everyone something to do once all the gifts have been opened.

I mentioned this earlier, but just because a gift is under $20 doesn’t mean it isn’t a nice gift.  Some of my favorite gifts are the less expensive items I have received that I didn’t know I wanted.  

Ways to Amp Up Gifts under $20

  • Use plenty of tissue paper.  Just when you think you have enough, add a few more sheets.   
  • Always, ALWAYS finish with a bow.  Even a gift bag can benefit from the addition of a bow or ribbon. 
  • Use part of the gift as the packaging, for example I mention buying Pyrex bowls.  Fill those bowls with the recipients favorite candy.  Put a bow on top of the Pyrex bowl or place the bowl in a gift bag.  Either way, it looks a lot nicer than just tossing a bag of candy in with the Pyrex dish still in its plastic wrap.  
  •  A nicely wrapped package makes all the difference in the world. 
Gift Wrapping

I hope this post about gifts under $20 was useful, helpful, and/or entertaining.  Let me know in the comments what your favorite gift under $20 has been. 

Until next time,

Julie

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