When your gift list includes a lot of ladies, from sisters to cousins, friends to co-workers, it can be a real challenge when you need to stick to a tight budget. After all, you don’t want your recipient to feel you scrimped on something for her. Read on for a sampling of items that you can give with confidence, knowing the recipient will be pleased — and you won’t be broke. Do you have more ideas for gifts for her at $10 and under? Share them in the comments.
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Dangle Heart Shape Earrings
$9 from Etsy
Earrings can go to women of any age, from a fashion-forward tween to a woman of, shall we say, more mature years. Available in silver- or gold-toned, it’s something that says you care.
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V-Neck T-Shirt
$5 from Michael’s
Forget cheap T-shirts with silly logos or phrases. This classic women’s-fit T-shirt is a year-round staple that will be worn more than one might imagine. The V-neck style from Gildan will add a polished edge to any outfit. It’s available in classic black or white, as well as colors ranging from Heather Purple to Royal blue.
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Opalhouse Scented Candle
$5 and up from Target
For fans of all things, there is an array of Lidded Glass Jar candles from Opalhouse which feature heady scents.
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$5 from Amazon
It’s easy to forget what’s important in the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Help your favorite gal keep things in perspective with this highly rated (4.7 out of 5 stars) notebook from Sweet Gratitude that offers daily gratitude and self-care affirmations.
Reusable Tote
$9 from Amazon
A reusable tote bag may not be a “sexy” choice for a gift, but count on this stylish model from Allydrew getting used regularly. The nylon tote folds up easily and encourages a green lifestyle. Design options range from Leopard Print to Cuddly Kitties, Vintage Chrysanthemums to Bicycles.
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Ribbed Plush Blanket
$17 and up from Target
Whether she tosses it over her knees at her son’s football game or cuddles up in it to watch TV on a chilly evening, a throw-size blanket is a practical choice. This ultra-soft model from Room Essentials has a ribbed style that adds a hint of elegance. Choose from Pink, Blue, or Gray.
Essential Burt’s Bees Kit Gift
$10 from Burt’s Bees
A little gift set from Burt’s Bees is imbued with a sense of luxury and a nod to sustainability, as the company is committed to “working in harmony with the power of nature.” Your recipient will sample products ranging from Body Lotion with Milk & Honey to Coconut Foot Cream to Beeswax Lip Balm with Vitamin E and Peppermint.
Lindt Fruit Sensation
$8 from Lindt
Anything with chocolate tends to be a crowd-pleaser. Add a bit of fruit to the mix so there’s an air of “healthy” and you have an indulgent gift likely to be warmly received. Lindt’s Fruit Sensation packages, which feature Dark Chocolate with Blueberry & Acai or Raspberry & Cranberry, seem destined for a treat any time of day.
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Super-Soft Slipper Socks
$9 and up from Amazon
After a long day, all you want to do is slip into something cozy and relax. Plush socks can get expensive, but any of these sets are quite the deal. Expect your recipient to give a welcome sigh as she luxuriates in the silky softness of this machine-washable footwear.
Floral & Striped Pens
$2 from Hobby Lobby
Help a gal elevate bill-paying — or other tedious writing tasks — into something more refined with this set of four pens with a selection of delicate patterns and gold-hued tops and tips.
Air Plant
$7 from Amazon
Not everyone can have a green thumb. Those who don’t can still enjoy being surrounded by plants. Choose a pair of hardy Garden in the City air plants, here the Tillandsia in Brachycaulos Red variety, for real impact. These easy-to-grow beauties require just a weekly watering and partial sunlight to bring a bit of decorative flair to any room.
Love Beauty & Planet Hand and Body Lotion
$9 from Target
As the days (and nights) start to cool, our hands tend to get chapped. Offer your recipient a bit of pampering with this Shea Butter and Sandalwood lotion rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by nearly 400 buyers. Its velvety texture, “provides nourishment and indulgent skincare.”
Oil Painting Sticky Notes
$3 from Etsy
When there’s the need to jot down a boring old note, you can still do it with style. Thanks to this set of 100 nature-themed sticky notes from TwinkleLifeStudio, your recipient may just find herself smiling when she writes, “Buy more milk.”
Lightweight Scarf
$10 from Etsy
A woman can never have too many scarves … or so they say, especially when they are distinctively patterned and offer a signature touch to any outfit. This soft, chiffon-poly long scarf from 12thKnit, which can be worn as a wrap, comes in a wealth of patterns ranging from an Asian-inspired White Green Peony to a bold Blue Mustard Leaf.
PlaneAire Hand Sanitizer Lotion
$8 from PlaneAire
The pandemic taught us the importance of having hand sanitizer at the ready, but the constant applications can really dry out the hands. Give someone the PlaneAire Hands Pomegranate Basil smooth lotion hand sanitizer, a portable and vegan creation, and turn the most routine act into a spa-worthy moment.
Electronic Memory Game
$7 from Oriental Trading
If your recipient spends a lot of time waiting around for doctor’s appointments, riding the subway or bus, or otherwise, this handheld, battery-operated game might just help pass those dreaded minutes with a bit of memory-improving activity and fun.
Ginger Peach Black Tea Bags
$10 from The Republic of Tea
Sitting down to a cup of tea brings a sense of serenity — not a quick gulp of coffee on the way out the door, but rather an opportunity to slow things down. The Republic of Tea’s tin of 50 bags will offer many opportunities to sip and savor. Selections including a Ginger Peach Black Tea that’s said to offer “the sweet lushness of a fancy peach seasoned with the tingle of spicy ginger.”
Eye Mask for Sleeping
$7 from Amazon
Light sleepers will delight in this simple black 2-pack masks from Sleep Masks by YIDAAN. This silk option, ideal for catnaps, features an adjustable strap.
Desktop Boxing Kit
$10 from Little Obsessed
This playful gift can make the day of friends who struggle with stress — a mini punching bag is the centerpiece of this desktop accessory, with two tiny boxing gloves designed for pointer fingers. It even comes with a manual that describes finger-boxing moves along with boxing history.
Classic ’80s Sunglasses
$3 and up from Amazon
Sunglasses aren’t just for summertime. Your recipient may put on these vintage-inspired plastic sunglasses from Happy Tabby for a sunny autumn day of apple picking or a wintery morning on the ski slopes. One five-star reviewer noted, “Nice pair of sunglasses. The sides have some flexibility to them, which is great. They look exactly as advertised.”
Wine Tasting Notebook
$6 from Amazon
Opt for the paperback version of “Wine Notes” by Three Over Eight Planners, designed to help wine lovers and connoisseurs keep track of what they sip — and what they like. The recipient can record everything from the name of the wine and its vintage to the people it was shared with. (Hopefully, you.)
Bicycle Aureo Black Playing Cards
$10 from Amazon
Everyone’s seen and likely played with the traditional pack of Bicycle playing cards, a workmanlike set of cards. When this deck from The Bicycle Store is pulled out, the sense of luxury takes a card game to another level. This gold-foil edition is said to be “suitable for any card game or as a decorative piece in your home when not being used.”
Small Moon Jewelry Dish Tray
$7 from Amazon
Add a touch of celestial magic to a woman’s vanity or bedside table with this moon-themed trinket tray from SweetGo that looks like a specialty-boutique find. The ceramic crescent tray is also ideal for holding rings while doing the dishes.
Mini Travel Jewelry Box
$8 from Walmart
A gal can never be without her jewelry. This charming model from Casegrace, available in four color choices, offers two layers of storage and a durable zipper lock. Now she’ll just have to decide which baubles make the cut to bring.
Adult Coloring Book
$7 from Barnes & Noble
The title pretty much sums up this gift idea by Lacy Mucklow and illustrator Angela Porter: “Be Calm and Color: Channel Your Anxiety into a Soothing, Creative Activity.” Adult coloring books may have fallen off the radar a bit, but there are still countless fans of this relaxing activity who would delight in such an elegant option.
Reusable Metal Straws
$9 from Amazon
Ladies with an eye on the environment will appreciate this two-pack of reusable stainless steel collapsible straws from Doboli. It comes with a cleaning brush, keychain, and case that’s designed in multiple color combinations from rose gold and black to red and blue.
Botanical Magnet Set
$6 from Mountain Rose Herbs
The luxurious magnet sets sold in museum gift shops are elegant, practical, and often pricey. Offered as a set of four, these botanical-themed magnets are a deceptively thrifty choice that carries a personal touch from Oregon artist Sarah Bast.
Coasters
$6 and up from Amazon
Ladies who love to entertain will appreciate this artistic addition to their hosting accessories.
100 Puzzles Paperback
$8 from Amazon
If you have an avid puzzle fan on your gift list, consider this compact-yet-stylish volume from Pocket Posh Logic 4. It features 100 puzzles to “exercise the mind,” all contained within an art-splashed cover that leaves dollar-store finds in the dust. A free trial subscription to The Puzzle Society is included.
