Gifts Under $25 That Don’t Feel Cheap: 8 Picks
A small budget isn’t the problem. The problem is that most cheap gifts look like they were grabbed at the checkout line. The fix is usually a clear use, a gentle message, and something the person will keep where they can see it.
Here are eight picks, ladder-style from the lowest price up. Prices are the starting price and can vary by size or option.
Around $10 to $13
Retro botanical car air freshener, from $10.90
Printed on both sides and hung from a ribbon, in a choice of three scents. Easy to add to any bigger gift. See it.
“Keep Your Heart Open” bookmark, $12.99
A slim aluminum bookmark with a floral wreath and a U-shaped slot that holds the page. Good for readers and for journal people. See it.
Around $16 to $18
“Do Less, Feel More” mouse pad, from $15.99
A 9 x 7 inch neoprene pad with stitched edges and an anti-slip rubber base. A good one for coworkers. See it.
Mini license plate, from $16.99
A 6 x 3 inch aluminum plate with a glossy botanical print and pre-drilled holes. It can go on a bike, a garden wall or a bedroom shelf. Mounting hardware isn’t included. See it.
Travel jewelry case, from $17.99
Four compartments, ring rolls and necklace hooks inside a 4 x 4 x 2 inch case. See it.
Around $21 to $25
“Trust the Seeds You Plant” crew socks, from $20.99
Full-wrap leaf print, made with 58% recycled polyester. One size fits women 5 to men 12. Color may bleed on the first wash, so wash them separately the first time. See it.
“Make Peace” tea towel, from $24.99
A 28 x 28 inch cotton towel with hemmed edges, absorbent and quick-drying. See it.
Cork coaster set, from $24.99
Four 3.75 inch square coasters with a glossy MDF top and cork backing. Four coasters make it a set to share, not a single item. See it.
A few tips for making a small gift feel bigger
- Pair two cheap things that go together, like coasters and a bookmark.
- Wrap it well. Our gift wrapping guide has quick ideas.
- Order early. Everything is made to order, so check the order-by calendar.
On a tighter budget still? Our free printable gift coupons turn a promise into a present.