As the gift-giving rush begins, chances are you’ve got a ton of people to shop for, but barely enough time and money to get it all done. Whether you need ideas for kids, coworkers, a spouse, or someone else, we’re here to help you save on your holiday shopping with this roundup of gift ideas for $50 or less.
Prices and availability are subject to change.
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Authentic Clay Tequila/Mezcal Shot Glass Set
$22 and up from Amazon Shop Now
Made in Mexico by local artisans, these shot glasses are the real deal for anyone who loves the occasional sip of spirits, and they make a unique and unexpected gift. You can get them in a two-pack or four-pack set, and they come in seven eye-catching colors.
‘Made It Out of Bed’ Hoodie
$45 from Look Human Shop Now
After the tumultuous past few years, this colorful hoodie will make a great gift and help remind any recipient that really, sometimes it is just about putting one foot in front of the other.
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3-in-1 Apple Charging Station
$40 and up from Amazon Shop Now
If you have an Apple devotee on your list who’s constantly fiddling with charging cords, simplify their life with one of these triple chargers. It will provide juice to their phone, AirPods, and an Apple Watch at the same time. Available in four colors.
Pottery Deviled Egg Plate
$40 from Etsy Shop Now
If you know the guy or gal who always brings the deviled eggs to the potluck or party, you can help them up their appetizer game with this hand-painted clay majolica platter that does the presentation for them.
The Adventure Challenge: Family Edition
$50 from The Adventure Challenge Shop Now
This book has 50 fun family challenges to make the most of quality together time. Scratch-off entries reveal activities that run the gamut from outside adventures to kooky and creative projects. Each spot also includes a place to include a photo, so this will become a keepsake that kids or grandkids will cherish even after the challenges are long-completed.
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Henro Company Match Striker
$24 and up from Amazon Shop Now
Match strikers make a unique and stylish gift while also being functional, which is always an apt equation for a great gift. This striker is handmade in North Carolina and, as the description notes, can also be used for toothpicks, Q-Tips, and more. It comes ready to gift in a natural ivory muslin pouch or a festive handprinted Christmas pouch.
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Rainbow Bagel Kit
$30 from Uncommon Goods Shop Now
Give your favorite foodie, breakfast lover, or teen one of these fun kits that are made in Brooklyn. It includes everything needed to rope and loop 12 colorful bagels that will be nothing if not social media worthy.
Portable Campfire
$30 from Uncommon Goods Shop Now
Enjoy roasted marshmallows this winter and hot dogs in the summer without the hassle of setting up a full fire. This portable campfire lights easily and lasts for three to five hours. It’s made of soy wax and paper and can be relit anytime until the wax is used up.
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Funny Saying Dish Towel
Price varies from Etsy Shop Now
Functional and fun, you can gift this cotton tea towel to almost anyone.
‘I Dream of Dinner’ Cookbook
$19 from Amazon Shop Now
If you have a home cook in your life, consider picking up New York Times contributor Ali Slagle’s new cookbook, which focuses on easy, inexpensive recipes that taste great. Bon Appetit magazine named it one of the best cookbooks of 2022.
Crane of Good Fortunes Scarf
$50 from Uncommon Goods Shop Now
Give someone special this handmade cotton scarf festooned with bold hues and upbeat designs. At 37 inches wide and 74 inches long, it’s big enough to make for a cozy wrap on those chillier days.
Women’s Dopp Kit
$35 and up from Etsy Shop Now
These leather toiletry bags will help her organize her toiletries and more when she travels, or just keep the bathroom a little neater at home. Available in five gorgeous colors, the clasp can also be personalized with her initials for a truly thoughtful touch.
Mark & Graham Leather Charger Roll Up
$49 from Mark & Graham Shop Now
Keep those cords, cables, and chargers neatly organized and looking sharp with one of these leather cases. Available in 8 colors with optional monogramming.
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Mountain Necklace
$39 from Etsy Shop Now
Perfect for the nature lover, this mountain necklace is sure to evoke memories of that favorite vacation spot or meaningful trail the recipient loves to hike. The sterling silver necklace is available in four lengths, ranging from 16 to 24 inches.
Natural Wooden Phone Amplifier
$60 from Etsy Shop Now
This phone amplifier elevates your phone, adding decibels to the speaker’s volume. It’s made of natural wood for an aesthetically pleasing look, and it also helps to keep your phone secure without it sliding around. It holds your phone at a natural angle that allows for easy viewing, too. Available in four finishes.
16K Gold Name Bar Bracelet
$22 from Amazon Shop Now
This delicate bracelet would make a wonderful gift for a wife, girlfriend, or teenage girl. It can be personalized with a name, and has an adjustable extender chain to adjust the fit.
New Year, New Beginning Candle
$30 from Uncommon Goods Shop Now
This clever soy wax candle — from candle company New Moon Beginnings — releases a relaxing aroma of cypress, bayberry, and patchouli, and is decorated with black obsidian, pyrite, citrine, and tiger’s eye for extra good vibes.
Xenvo Smartphone Pro Lens Kit
$40 from Amazon Shop Now
This compact lens is a great option for anyone who wants to up their photo game without toting around a bulky camera. It comes with a wide-angle lens for impressive landscapes, a macro lens perfect for close-ups, and an LED it claims to improve a phone’s flash. Best of all, both clip right onto smartphones, and come with a lanyard and travel case.
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Hamilton Beach Breakfast Sandwich Maker
$30 at Target Shop Now
There’s no need to sit in line at a fast-food place if they can make their own breakfast sandwiches at home in just five minutes. The removable nonstick parts can also be cleaned in the dishwasher.
Sending You Sunshine Care Package
$29 and up from Etsy Shop Now
This care package includes thoughtful items like a soy candle, a box of matches, a bath bomb, and more. It’s everything that special woman in your life needs to kick back, relax, and enjoy some time to herself. Choose from six scents, such as white tea or cinnamon-vanilla, for the perfect gift.
Dog & Cat Fused Glass Garden Stake
$25 from Uncommon Goods Shop Now
Brighten a corner of a flowerbed or a large potted plant or two with this pair of fused-glass garden stakes. They’re handmade by Bellingham, Washington-based glass artist Kristi Thorndike-Kent. Each measures 18 inches tall.
‘1,000 Books to Read Before You Die’
$17 from Amazon Shop Now
They’ll discover the great books of the world — as well as the authors and histories behind them — with this richly illustrated text that celebrates the world of literature. From autobiographies to fiction, poetry, and beyond, there’s a world of books out there to discover.
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Happy Feet Mug
$18 from Dylan Kendall Shop Now
A mug can be a pretty lame gift, but we’re pretty sure one or more of these will land well with any recipient. Whimsical, colorful, and amusing, these come in several different colors and are sure to give your loved one a holiday morning grin.
Anker Soundcore Life P2 Mini True Wireless Earbuds
$35 from Amazon Shop Now
Pop these earbuds in the stockings of people who need a new go-anywhere pair. Waterproof and lightweight, they provide up to 32 hours of playback and come with their own charging case. Available in five colors.
HoMedics Bubble Mate Foot Spa
$30 from Amazon Shop Now
Here’s the ultimate indulgence for someone who’s on their feet a lot. With this foot spa from HoMedics, they can even adjust the temperature with their toes, and a splash guard helps keep floors dry. A removable pumice stone is included for additional pampering.
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Echo Glow
$30 from Amazon Shop Now
Here’s a nightlight that’s cool enough for the big kids. Pair it with an Echo and ask Alexa to change color or brightness, set up timers that help kids stay on task during morning and evening routines, and help wake them up gently with a light that gradually brightens.
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Claudia Pearson Tote Bags
$22 and up from Etsy Shop Now
A gift recipient can show their civic pride or their love of cats, beer, coffee, and more with one of these whimsical canvas tote bags. They’re designed in Brooklyn by artist Claudia Pearson. Choose from more than a dozen cities or states or choose a tote based on a hobby or interest.
Zojirushi Stainless Steel Travel Mug
$24 and up from Amazon Shop Now
Keep a loved ones’ coffee piping hot — and we mean piping — with this Zojirushi travel mug. Devotees say temperature retention is the main reason they’ll never go back to cheaper travel mugs. It has a convenient flip-top lid with a safety lock that keeps it from spilling after it’s tossed in a bag.
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Wekapo Inflatable Lounger
$40 and up from Amazon Shop Now
This nifty hammock-like lounger is ready for any adventure. It’s made of ripstop polyester and inflates without blowing – just whip it through the air. Mesh side pockets hold devices or books, and the lounger rolls up compactly for travel.
Umbra Trigem Hanging Jewelry Organizer
$26 from Amazon Shop Now
This sleek Umbra jewelry holder is as affordable as it is elegant. Use it to hang long and short necklaces, bracelets, and earrings from the sturdy bars; rings can sit safely on a high-gloss white tray at the base, which has padding to prevent scratching up her dresser.
ZealSound Triple Wireless Charger Station
$40 from Amazon Shop Now
This sleek charger can juice up three devices at a time, and the stylish leather coating won’t scratch expensive smartphones. This unit also eschews notification lights for distraction-free charging.
Gerber Suspension Multi-Tool
$29 and up from Amazon Shop Now
A multitool is a welcome stocking stuffer for any handy person, and at only 9 ounces, it can always be on hand. It includes two knives, three screwdrivers, a wire cutter and stripper, needle-nose pliers, scissors, a bottle opener, and more.
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Shortwave Retro Radio and Bluetooth Speaker
$38 from Amazon Shop Now
Please even the old-school tech holdout with this timeless radio. It has a built-in AM/FM tuner, but since it connects to devices through Bluetooth, it’s also perfectly capable of streaming music.
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Lodge Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Double Dutch Oven
$50 from Amazon Shop Now
This cast-iron 5-quart Dutch oven comes pre-seasoned and the lid doubles as a 10.25-inch skillet.
Eddie Bauer Fair Isle Reversible Throw
$19 and up from Amazon Shop Now
Who can’t use another cozy blanket to snuggle under during colder months? This thick, soft 50- by 70-inch throw has a microfleece side and a Sherpa side to choose from, and the traditional design is perfect for anyone who loves a little rustic chic décor.
ThinkFun Gravity Maze
$30 from Amazon Shop Now
This isn’t just another marble run — it’s a logic game that inspires kids to figure out how to build a path for their marble to get to a certain target. It comes with 60 challenges suitable for beginners on up to experts.
Folding Book Light
$21 and up from Amazon Shop Now
This “wow” gift is perfect for any hard-to-buy-for recipient. Open up the book and bathe in the soft glow of its rechargeable light for up to eight hours at a time.
Lands’ End Canvas Tote Bag
$35 and up from Lands’ End Shop Now
Known as a true workhorse, this simple canvas Lands’ End bag has long been a bestseller. Tested to hold up to 500 pounds, it’s able to stand upright and has a water-resistant base that makes it especially great for toting beach or pool supplies. Consider personalizing it with a monogram for gifting.
Glow in the Dark Puzzle
$17 from Amazon Shop Now
Add an extra level of intrigue to a puzzle enthusiast’s life with this glow-in-the-dark jungle scene. Not so much into tigers and elephants? It also comes in space and ocean options.
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Koamask Weighted Sleep Mask
$15 from Amazon Shop Now
Think of this like a weighted blanket for the face. Pressure from the microbead-filled pods can help alleviate stress and anxiety. There’s a cooler side made from cotton and a warmer side made with fleece.
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Huggaroo Microwaveable Neck Wrap
$35 and up from Amazon Shop Now
They’ll feel stress melt away when they drape this heated wrap around their shoulders. Zap it in the microwave for cozy comfort, or chill it in the freezer to use it as an ice pack. Enjoy the added benefit of aromatherapy from the blend of lavender, chamomile, peppermint, cinnamon, and more.
Takeya Deluxe Cold Brew Iced Coffee Maker
$28 and up from Amazon Shop Now
Cold-brew addicts will be happy to trade pricey Starbucks runs for this sleek coffee maker. Just add ground coffee to the infuser, add water, and refrigerate.
Wine Cork States
$35 from Uncommon Goods Shop Now
Give the vino lover in your life a stylish place to collect corks from favorite bottles. Each state is made of birch and comes ready for mounting with attached metal hardware.
My Life Story So Far
$35 from Uncommon Goods Shop Now
A thoughtful gift for parents or grandparents who love to reminisce, this clothbound journal includes nine sections of prompts that help the recipient capture their memories for posterity.
Bushnell Falcon Binoculars
$30 from Amazon Shop Now
Hunters, campers, anglers, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds need a second set of eyes. Backed by the Bushnell brand, these lightweight binoculars are built for outdoor use and come with a case.
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Patagonia Beanie
$49 from Patagonia Shop Now
Warm and durable, this classic unisex hat might make its recipient feel just a tiny bit better about colder temperatures. It’s made of 100% recycled polyester and comes in several colors and patterns.
L.L.Bean Personal Organizer Toiletry Bag
$35 from L.L.Bean Shop Now
Any traveler who wants to stay better organized will appreciate this best-selling toiletry organizer. Made with water-resistant fabric, it has a built-in hook, plenty of convenient pockets, and a removable mirror and shower caddy.
Glass Bottle Plant Mister
$15 and up from Amazon Shop Now
Every good plant parent has a mister, but not every plant parent has one this stylish. Purism Style’s plant mister will moisten those succulents, orchids, and ferns with flair, and comes in two different color combinations.
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Classic Rock Vinyl Records Wall Clock
$33 and up from Society6 Shop Now
The background of this clock shows the spines of classic album covers, including those from musicians such as Bob Dylan, Led Zeppelin, the Beatles, and The Kinks. The clock itself comes in two different frame material and clock hand color options.
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Zesica Two-Piece Loungewear
$41 from Amazon Shop Now
This two-piece set comes in more than a dozen colors and styles and has bell sleeves, a mildly cropped top, and matching shorts. It’s fashionable while still being comfy.
