With the holiday season upon us, many people will buy gifts for friends, family, and loved ones. You may already be participating in multiple gift-giving games, such as Secret Santa or white elephant, which can be quite costly. Coming up with intentional Christmas gifts can be difficult, but luckily, sites such as Elfster can make the process easier by randomly assigning Secret Santa participants and allowing you to view your recipient’s wish list. In addition, you can set price limits on Elfster, which allows all participants to get Christmas gifts within the same price range that is cost-effective for everyone. In honor of the holidays, here is a list of 10 cost-effective and thoughtful Christmas gifts under $20 that you can get for your loved ones.
Custom Tapestry Poster
A custom-made tapestry poster is a heartwarming Christmas gift. It allows you to print a personal photo on a tapestry of your size. You can design how your personalized photo appears on the poster and can even include text. A personalized photo tapestry is a great way to commemorate your loved ones, being a nostalgic décor piece for a bedroom or a living room. Amazon offers the product for only $6; accessible for those looking for cost-effective gifts to give during this holiday season.
Portable Humidifier
A portable humidifier is a thoughtful gift that will come in handy during the winter season. People often experience dry skin or breathe in dry air, caused by heating the home. In addition, flu season is most active during the winter. A portable humidifier is useful in easing winter effects and common cold symptoms by improving your indoor air quality. Amazon has numerous options for low-cost, portable humidifiers, with some as low as $8, that can be set-up in the car, bedroom, or office space.
Customized Photo Blanket
Another heartwarming Christmas gift is a customized photo blanket, featuring photos of your loved ones. Similar to the customized tapestry, this gift option allows you to choose the design and size of how your photos appear on the blanket. You can add up to 10 photos on your blanket and include a personalized message, if desired. Not only is this a timely gift for keeping warm during the holidays, but Amazon lists options for as low as $12.
Winter Gloves
Winter gloves comes in handy during the winter season, since we are anticipating chilly weather for the next few months (especially for people who live in snowy states). For people who enjoy snow activities such as skiing or snowboarding, gifting them thermal gloves as a Christmas gift will be much appreciated. Luckily, amazon has great options that are cost-effective for as low as $14, which won’t break the bank while gift shopping.
Scented Candle
A scented candle is a perfect holiday-themed Christmas gift that will create warm and cozy vibes in someone’s home. It is a thoughtful gift that is cost-effective and comes with numerous scent options, depending on what your gift recipient likes. Amazon’s choice for a scented candle is 18 oz and comes in a beautiful glass jar with long-lasting fragrances for as low as $14.
Desk Pad Calendar
Since the end of the year is quickly approaching, a 2025 desk pad calendar is a very convenient Christmas gift for someone who prioritizes organization. Not only is it large enough to write down important events, but it is also designed for hanging on the wall; a helpful visual reminder. For $14 on Amazon, this year-long gift is simple yet beneficial.
Travel Mug
For the winter season, a travel mug is an essential Christmas gift that can keep beverages hot to help combat the cold weather. You can also purchase an insulated mug with dual use of keeping beverages both hot and cold. This is a long-term gift that can be used throughout the years. Fortunately, Amazon’s choice for a travel mug is also leakproof, for both hot and cold drinks, and as cheap as $15.
Air Plants
A very thoughtful Christmas gift for plant lovers (or those who love plants but struggle to take care them) is an assortment of air plants. They are decorative and require minimal watering with no soil needed. For plant beginners, their low-maintenance lifestyle is very convenient, and luckily, for $15 Amazon offers a pack of six assortments to add to your home.
Wine Glasses
The Christmas holiday may involve lots of celebratory drinking, so if the gift receiver is a wine lover, a set of wine glasses is a very considerate Christmas gift. It works not only for Christmas, but New Year’s as well. Beyond the holidays, wine glasses are timeless. Amazon has a set of two for just $15, allowing you to get a classy and seemingly expensive gift for an inexpensive price.
Portable Mini Heater
Another Christmas gift that is ideal for the winter season is a portable heater to help stay warm during the holidays. Not everyone is fortunate enough to have a heating system in their homes. Amazon’s portable heater for $20 is a thoughtful and useful gift. It’s convenient for small spaces and review say it functions well with low power usage.
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