When it comes to purchasing cheap Christmas gifts, you do not have to purchase sub-quality items for your recipient. In fact, you can easily spend $10 or less to get exceptional gifts sure to please just about anyone regardless of age or gender. Whether this helps you get something for everyone, or helps you get more for someone, the list below is a great idea giver for those living on a frugal budget this year.



1. Pound of a favorite nut such as cashews, peanuts, or pecans

2. Personal journal with a matching pen

3. Herbal tea and a new tea cup

4. Stationary and gel pens

5. Scrapbooking supplies or kit

6. Cross stitching pattern

7. Framed artwork from a child

8. Serving platter or bowl for the holidays

9. Holiday coffee mug filled with a favorite candy

10. Set of kitchen towels and dish clothes

11. Gift certificate for a local movie theater

12. Collectible cards

13. Makeup kit

14. Makeup brush kit

15. Bath set with a special sponge

16. Framed completed cross stitch

17. Gourmet coffee and coffee cup

18. New calendar

19. New address book

20. Magazine subscription to a favorite magazine

21. Salsa and tortilla chips

22. Tortilla making kit

23. Brownie mix in a jar

24. Favorite handkerchief embroidered with a saying or quote

25. Pillowcases embroidered with a saying, quote, or scene

26. Pretty keepsake box

27. Gourmet cat treats or dog biscuits, for the pets

28. Romantic coupon book made by you for a significant other

29. Gift certificate to a favorite store

30. Baking supplies

31. Specialty recipe book such as low fat, desserts, etc.

32. Clock radio

33. Favorite book

34. Prepaid phone card

35. Customized coffee mug

36. Specialty license plat holder

37. Christmas ornaments

38. Blank DVDs or CDs

39. Puzzle book

40. Favorite puzzle

41. Board game

42. Peppermill with plenty of fresh peppercorns

43. Book of stamps and post cards

44. Pancake mix and real maple syrup

45. Cooking utensils in a jar

46. Special salt and pepper shakers

47. Small bedside fan or lamp

48. Favorite family photos in a collage and framed

49. Favorite music CD

50. Favorite movie DVD

51. Basket of sea shells

52. Night shirt

53. Coloring book and crayons

54. Homemade jelly, jam, or preserves

55. Coasters

56. Holiday doormat

57. Live plant / plastic plant

58. Candles

59. Aromatherapy essential oils

60. Incense and incense holder

61. And the best gift you can give… home made desserts!

You do not have to spend a fortune this holiday season. Many of those cheap Christmas gifts are absolutely wonderful when coupled with a small basket and wrapped with a ribbon. This season is about sharing, not the amount of money you spend. These simple, cheap Christmas gifts can be a wonderful addition to any holiday.

Small purchases such as those listed above can be turned into an extraordinary holiday treasure that will be cherished indefinitely.

Remember, you can turn a favorite hobby into a great way to save money this Christmas season. Whether you knit, quilt, or love woodworking, turn those items into personal items for the holiday season. If you make these all year long, you may find you have enough to donate to charity and make someone else's holiday all that much better.