Gifts under $50
A smaller budget does not mean a smaller gift. The most appreciated presents are often the ones that show you paid attention: a favorite snack, a mug for someone who drinks tea all day, a book in a series they love.
Choose something for a specific person rather than something for everyone. A handful of well chosen things, like a candle and a card, will feel better than a pricey item you grabbed at the last minute.
Every idea on this page comes with a price limit of $50, so the picks you see below are meant to stay at or under it. Check the store's own page for the final price and shipping before you buy, since both can change.
A cozy pair of socks
Warm, soft and easy to wrap. Everyone has cold feet at some point.
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A good scented candle
A comfortable, calming gift that suits almost anyone you know.
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A great mug
A mug someone uses every morning is a small present they will think of daily.
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A card game for a group
A quick game that fits in a bag is easy to bring along to a family dinner.
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A paperback to share
A story you loved is a thoughtful gift, and a paperback is easy on a budget.
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A set of good notebooks
For anyone who makes lists, takes notes or likes to doodle, a nice notebook is a pleasure to use.
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A phone stand or charging cable
A long, sturdy cable is the kind of useful thing people forget to buy for themselves.
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A small houseplant pot
A pretty planter makes a windowsill brighter, and it works with plants they already own.
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