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  4. 29 Gifts Under $25 (That Still Feel Special)

29 Gifts Under $25 (That Still Feel Special)

Maggie Seaver
By Maggie Seaver Updated November 17, 2021
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The word "cheap" probably doesn't bring to mind generosity, luxury, and effort—the main ingredients you may think of in a great Christmas or holiday gift—but it's time to change your frame of mind. There's no reason to go into debt to find thoughtful, heartfelt gifts for your family, friends, and kids. As long as the presents you get are chosen and given with love, there's absolutely no shame in sticking to a responsible holiday budget and giving your loved ones inexpensive gifts. Everything on this list of covetable goodies is $25 or less (in some cases much less), so you can find incredible, inexpensive Christmas gifts and stocking stuffers for everyone from your best friends to your little cousin.

RELATED: 29 Creative (and Inexpensive) Stocking Stuffers for Everyone on Your List

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Kikkerland Earbud Cleaning Kit

<p>When was the last time they cleaned their earbuds? Actually, don't answer that. A no-brainer for podcast enthusiasts and music lovers, this pocket-size kit has 11 tools to make earbuds spotless.</p>

When was the last time they cleaned their earbuds? Actually, don't answer that. A no-brainer for podcast enthusiasts and music lovers, this pocket-size kit has 11 tools to make earbuds spotless.

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One-Handed Cake Server

Cheap Christmas Gifts under $25: MoMA single hand cake slice and server
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$12, store.moma.org

This nifty tool lets the Betty Crockers in your life dole out cake with one hand. Just slide the server under the slice, lift, and squeeze the handle to push the slice onto a plate. 

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Daisy Sneaker Laces

Cheap Christmas Gifts Under $25: Madewell daisy sneaker shoelaces
Credit: madewell.com
$7, madewell.com

A pair of daisy-speckled shoe laces is an unexpected stocking stuffer or sweet mini gift for the sneaker-sporting recipient in your life. These laces take a plain white pair of sneakers from bland to adorable in as long as it takes to lace them up.

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SunnyLife Inflatable Corn Hole

Cheap Christmas Gifts Under $25: inflatable pool corn hole game
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$22, shopbop.com

A giant, inflatable corn hole game for the pool or lawn is the gift that will give back come spring and summer. We dare the person opening this sunny present not to smile—or want to blow it up and start playing immediately.

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I Dew Care Headbands

<p>Your BFF who's obsessed with skin care will love an animal-inspired head- band that holds hair back for the nightly routine.</p>
From $7, amazon.com

Your BFF who's obsessed with skin care will love an animal-inspired head- band that holds hair back for the nightly routine.

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Ceramic Planter With Wood Stand

Cheap Christmas Gifts Under $25: turquoise ceramic planter
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$25, worldmarket.com

Plant-lovers will appreciate the this beautiful, hand-crafted planter and wood stand. Each terra cotta planter is handmade and painted in Vietnam, and no two are exactly alike, offering a one-of-a-kind vessel for their favorite household plants. 

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Dog or Cat Kid Apron

Cheap Christmas Gifts Under $25: dog and cat apron for kids
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$25, williams-sonoma.com

Your little sous chef is about to be dressed to impress with their new dog- or cat-themed apron. Cookie decorating, meatball making, ice cream sandwich assembling—they're no match for this fun and functional kids' Christmas gift.

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Furry Cross-Band Open-Toed Slippers

Cheap Christmas Gifts Under $25: Furry Cross-Band Open-Toed Slippers
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From $15, amazon.com

There's nothing better than opening up a pair of cozy slippers on Christmas morning. Get a pair of these oh-so-soft faux fur slides for your family to keep them warm and comfortable while chilling at home—their feet deserve it.

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Chunky Acrylic Glasses (or Mask) Chain

Cheap Christmas Gifts Under $25: acrylic glasses and mask chain
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$18, etsy.com

For the person who's always losing track of their sunglasses, reading glasses, or face masks, gift them a fashionable acrylic chain (or two) that can hang around their neck for safe keeping. They won't know how they ever got on without one.

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Murder Mystery Jigsaw Puzzle

Cheap Christmas Gifts Under $25: Murder Mystery Jigsaw Puzzles
Credit: uncommongoods.com
$19, uncommongoods.com

There's been a murder—and you need to solve the puzzle to figure out whodunnit. Read the story of what happened, then literally put the pieces together, step by step. Every piece of the puzzle brings you closer to the answer—and whoever gets this gift won't be able to stop until the truth has been revealed.

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Jellycat Amuseable Cloud Medium

Cheap Christmas Gifts Under $25: Cloud Jellycat stuffed toy
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$20, crateandbarrel.com

Another sweet and affordable gift for kids is always a stuffed animal. This year, think outside the animal box with something a little more unique, like this sweet-as-can-be plush, stuffed cloud toy with the happiest and cutest little face around. It's guaranteed to please any youngster thanks to it's fun shape, cheerful expression, and cuddly feel. 

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Gold Agate Slice Cheese Knives Set

Cheap Christmas Gifts: gold agate slice cheese knives set
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$17, worldmarket.com

Classy, elegant, functional, and under $25? We'll take it. This pretty set of agate slice cheese knives is a fabulous holiday-slash-housewarming gift for friends and family members. Hopefully they'll invite you over for wine and cheese very soon.

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Kitsch Satin Sleep Mask

Cheap Christmas Gifts Under $25: Kitsch satin sleep mask
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$16, amazon.com

Up their sleep mask game with an adjustable, cool-to-the-touch satin blindfold from Kitsch. Since satin is a little easier on skin and hair than cotton and other materials, they'll wake up with as smooth, well-rested complexion.

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Statement Earrings

Cheap Christmas Gifts Under $25: Jayna Statement Earrings Bauble Bar
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$24, baublebar.com

A punchy pair of earrings in bright pink is a thoughtful jewelry piece that will become their favorite special accessory in no time. They can dress up a simple white shirt or make a fabulous floral blouse or dress pop for a nice dinner out. No one would believe this pair of standout statement earrings is less than $25. 

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Assorted Silicone Straws

Cheap Christmas Gifts Under $25: silicone straws
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$14, shopbop.com

Saving the turtles, one colorful silicone straw at a time. Gift your eco-conscious loved ones a pack of colorful reusable straws for sipping their favorites, from iced coffee to sparkling water and everything in between. 

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Aculief Wearable Headache Relief

Cheap Christmas Gifts Under $25: Aculief wearable headache relief
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$20, amazon.com

Prepare to be profusely thanked for the gift of natural headache relief. Anyone who suffers from frequent tension headaches or migraines knows how debilitating they can be. Here's a wearable acupressure device they can place on either hand (between forefinger and thumb) and start soothing their headaches fast. 

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Cloth Bandana

Cheap Christmas Gifts Under $25: Madewell scarf
Credit: madewell.com
$13, madewell.com

The humble (yet adorable) bandana continues to be the MVP of accessories. While it's chic as a hair accessory or tied around their neck, it can double as a makeshift face covering in a pinch without sacrificing personal style.

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Claudia Pearson City Tea Towel

Cheap Christmas Gifts 2020: Claudia Pearson City Tea Towel West Elm
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$18, westelm.com

Gift your loved one a personalized tea towel (or two) that will look beautiful in their home and show off their city pride—or help bring back memories of a fantastic trip.

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The Popper Microwave Bowl

Cheap Christmas Gifts 2020: W and P Design The Popper Microwave Bowl
Credit: wandpdesign.com
$20, wandpdesign.com

Your loved one's next Netflix binge deserves a fresh, hot bowl of popcorn—without the disposable bag waste. Give the movie lover in your life the gift of perfect popcorn time again with this reusable, microwavable, and collapsible bowl.

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Amborella Organics Garden Lover's Seed Lollipop Gift Set

Cheap Christmas Gifts 2020: Amborella Organics Garden Lover’s Seed Lollipop Gift Set
Credit: urbanoutfitters.com
$23, urbanoutfitters.com

Here's a creative gift that keeps on giving for the gardeners in your life: Delicious, sustainable lollipops with biodegradable sticks. When a treat is finished, plant the leftover stick horizontally and watch it grow into herbs or flowers.

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Bala Sliders

Cheap Christmas Gifts under $ 25Bala Sliders
Credit: amazon.com
$17, amazon.com

Odds are, someone you love is looking for ways to optimize their workouts these days. A pair of sliding exercise discs will bring more intensity, core engagement, and balancing work to any fitness routine.

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Kocostar Body Therapy Kit

Cheap Christmas Gifts Under $25: Anthroplogie Kostar body therapy mask treatment set
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$24, anthroplogie.com

The self-care treat for anyone who needs a bit of pampering, this set of luxurious body masks includes a multivitamin nail treatment, exfoliating foot wrap, deep conditioning hair mask, and rejuvenating split-end therapy wrap.

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Glossier Balm Dotcom

Cheap Christmas Gifts 2020: Glossier Balm Dotcom universal salve
Credit: glossier.com
$12, glossier.com

Glossier's universal skin salve might be the best (cheap) Christmas gift someone could ever receive. Pretty, practical, and long-lasting, this cult-favorite balm (shop tinted or untinted, scented or unscented) is the ultimate little gift or stocking stuffer for family members who know the importance of moisturizing.

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Takeya Cold Brew Iced Coffee Maker

Cheap Christmas Gifts: Takeya Deluxe Cold Brew Iced Coffee Maker
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$22, amazon.com

For the friend who gets their coffee fix over ice no matter the season, there's the Takeya 10310 Patented Deluxe Cold Brew Iced Coffee Maker. Serving up four helpings of deliciously smooth cold-brew coffee that's not as bitter or acidic as hot-brewed coffee that's been chilled. Bonus: If they're the type to spend half their paycheck to finance a daily iced coffee habit, this budget Christmas gift will help their budget too.

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Etched Urban Map Glass

City Map Glass
Credit: Uncommon Goods
$18, uncommongoods.com

A tumbler engraved with a map of their favorite urban getaway or home city is a personalized addition to your friend's barware collection. Choose from 31 U.S. cities or gift them an assorted collection of city-scrawled glasses (each tumbler is $18).

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Decorative Vines

Cheap Christmas Gifts 2020: decorative faux ivy vines Urban Outfitters
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$14, urbanoutfitters

Help young cousins, siblings, or kids decorate their first apartment or dorm room with a string of faux vines. These verdant garlands transform any corner of their personal space into a dreamy, ivy-strung nook, perfect for studying, working remotely, or cozying up with a good book (no plant care required).

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Monogram Mouse Pad

Cheap Christmas Gifts Under $25: Mark and Graham monogrammed mousepad
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From $19, markandgraham.com

Personalize their workspace with a colorful mouse pad emblazoned with their initials. Working from home just got way better looking.

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Silicone Avocado Huggers

Cheap Christmas Gifts 2020: Anthropologie silicone avocado huggers
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$12, anthropologie.com

The gift of fresher, greener, creamier avocados—even on day two (or three!) after slicing them open—has arrived. Whoever gets this nifty gift (a glorious set of silicon avocado huggers) will be thanking their lucky stars they have you in their life to ensure the longevity of their favorite food. Plus, no more wasting plastic wrap or single-use sandwich bags to save open 'cados.

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Bodum Tea For One Tumbler

Cheap Christmas Gifts 2020: Bodum Tea for One tumbler and infuser
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$16, crateandbarrel.com

For the pal who can't function without their morning (and afternoon) brew, this single-cup, double-walled tea tumbler with a removable infuser is one gift they'll use time and again. It's easy to use and easier to clean, making each cup they steep a joy. Bonus points for you if you give them some delicious loose-leaf tea, too.

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