6 Budget Friendly Holiday Gift Ideas
It’s the holiday season and while it may bring lots of joy, it does come with a price. Gift giving is not easy, especially when you are a college student. Here is a list of budget-friendly holiday gifts that anyone can enjoy without hurting your wallet:
Personalized Coke Bottle
This is a cute and affordable gift that someone can drink and enjoy or keep forever. Coca-Cola’s personalized Coke Bottles only cost $5 and they are easy to make. Go to their website and quickly create your bottle by adding a name and even a small message. You can even add a customized bottle gift box for $2 if you want to make your gift receiver feel extra special.
A loaf of homemade bread with a note
Baked goods come from the heart, and anyone who receives a delicious loaf of bread will appreciate the thought behind it all. Yes, it will take some time, thoughts, and consideration, but that’s what makes this gift so valuable. You can make pumpkin bread, zucchini bread, fruit bread, yeast bread – the options are endless. Make it festive by wrapping it with colorful ribbons and attach a personalized note. You’ll be sure to put a smile on anyone's face.
One of your books
If you have a friend or a family member who is a bookworm, consider gifting them one of your treasured reads, especially a book that has taught you so much and brought a lot of value to your life. Anyone who is an avid reader will appreciate this gift. It’s hard to let go of a good book, but it’s even better when you share it with someone else.
Coffee
Everyone loves coffee. Well, almost everyone. If you know anyone who is a coffeeholic then you can’t go wrong with this gift. Go to your local coffee shop and buy a standard sized bag of coffee beans or grounds. Pair it with a cute coffee mug if you want to go the extra mile. Most will retail in an average of $12 a bag.
Succulent Plant
These adorable and aesthetically pleasing plants are perfect for anyone who wants to add a little bit of life to their home. Succulents can be an indoor or an outdoor plant. They come in various different shapes and colors and are perfectly affordable. You can buy a small succulent for as little as $5 or a standard sized one for around $13 at your local garden store. If you’re artistic, consider personalizing their pots by painting them with a cool design.
Candles
This may seem like a basic gift, but it truly is an underrated item. Candles have a way of changing an entire atmosphere of a room from being a centerpiece for your table or filling your house with aromas. The best part is, candles are something that can be gifted all-year-round. For the holidays, pick out festive scents such as cinnamon, chestnut, gingerbread cookies, etc. Some candles can be a bit pricey, but you can easily find affordable ones. Sometimes stores will have deals around the holiday season.
Good gifts do not have to be expensive. The best gifts are ones with thoughts and meaning – not the price tag. These are just a few of the many affordable gifts you can give to your loved ones this holiday season. Just remember, a $5 item can be a priceless gift if the intention comes from the heart.
