Christmas gifts are so fun to receive but for many of us, deciding on what to get each person can become an incredibly difficult task that we all dread!

This post is going to share 40 gift ideas that are not only unique and practical but I guarantee that your family and friends will absolutely LOVE them.

We live in a generation where everyone already has everything!

So finding something meaningful to give friends and family for a Christmas gift can be so hard. But sometimes the simplest gifts are the most valued.

This Christmas, I encourage you to try a simpler way.

Some of these Christmas gift ideas are so simple that you’ll wonder why you didn’t think of them before!

It’s so easy to get carried away with the culture of consumerism and overspending during the holiday season and we think we have to find a ton of fancy and expensive gifts for everyone.

But we really don’t.

A thoughtful, practical Christmas gift will be just as appreciated as a fancy, expensive one.

These gift ideas are really easy to find and share. Most of them can be wrapped in simple wrapping paper or not wrapped at all. 

As an added benefit, most of these gift ideas are $25 or less!

If you are looking for ways to save money during the Holiday Season in general, check these posts over at my personal finance blog:

8 Practical Ways for You to Save Money During the Holiday Season

8 Ways to Save Money on the Thanksgiving Holiday

15+ Cheap and Easy Thanksgiving Home Decorations (That’ll Make Your House Absolutely Stunning)

Note: You may notice that not all, but a lot of these gifts come from the store Uncommon Goods. I am NOT an affiliate for them not do I gain type of incentive for recommending their products – I simply like the company and the products they offer.

I recently stumbled across the company while doing research for this post and discovered that they are:

• Environmental Friendly
• Support independent creators
• Curate purposeful, useful gifts
• Give back to charity with every single sale
• Are a “people first” company (they pay double the minimum wage for starting positions and have amazing benefits for their employees)
• Are a Founding B Corporation

(B Corps “meet the highest standards of verified social and environmental performance, public transparency, and legal accountability to balance profit and purpose”)

The Official website for B Corporation

Just another way to celebrate the real reason for the season!

Now let dive into these creative ideas for cheap but thoughtful Christmas gifts!

40 Practical, Unique + Inexpensive Christmas Gifts Ideas that everyone will use and love!

1.  A Simple Card

… to remind your loved one how much you’ve appreciated sharing the past year with them and a reminder of the true reason for the season.

If you’re not sure what to write, read PunkPost’s article on 25 Ideas on What to Write in Your Christmas Cards. 

$7.00

Image Source: PunkPost

2.  Money

… for literally every-and-anyone. Because no one will turn down cash and people like buying exactly what they want.

Money Gift – Amount Varies

8 Envelopes – $12.99

Image Source: Big Dot of Happiness

3.  Drink More Water Bottle or Hydro Flask

… also for literally everyone, because we all need to drink more water!

Image Source: Uncommon Goods ($19.99) + HydroFlask ($42.95)

4.  Gift Cards

…for when you know exactly which restaurant/store that family member absolutely loves!

Price: Varies

Image Source: MyGift Visa

5.  Books, Books, Books

… for your favorite bookworm because the perfect book is out there for them and that is all they truly want.

Price: Varies

Image Source: GoodHousekeeping

6.  A Cookbook

… for that amateur chef you know that cooks amazingly delicious dishes to share and is always looking for more inspiration and ideas.

Price: Varies

Image Source: TastingTable

7.  The Most Comfortable Socks in the World

… for literally everyone – because we all want our toes to stay warm and cozy. 

Bombas socks are supposed to be unbelievably comfortable and the company donates a pair to a person in need for every pair they sell!

Price: Varies

Image Source: Bombas

8.  100 Movies Scratch Off Poster

… for your movie buff friend who’s also a type A and loves to visualize their accomplishments.

Price: $15.00

Image Source: Uncommon Goods

 

9.  100 Things To Do Scratch Off Poster

… for that other friend who prefers to enjoy adventures and experience themselves.

$15.00

Image Source: Uncommon Goods

10.  A Strong + Quality Umbrella

… because we all know that most umbrellas are not designed for longevity or actual use.

Price: appx. $20.00

Image Source: Amazon

11.  A Subscription

… for that frugal friend who is too cheap to buy a subscription to Spotify, Audible, Amazon, or BarkBox. 

Price: Varies

Image Source: Medium/Reverie Report

12.  Kitchen Supplies

… for that friend who has nothing in their kitchen and doesn’t know where to begin.

Price: Varies

Image Source: How Sweet Eats

13.  Avocado Huggers

… for all your hipster friends that are obsessed with avocado toast.  

Price: $7.95

Image Source: Uncommon Goods

14.  Cooking Set:  Homemade Sourdough Bread Kit

… for that new couple to cook or bake something new together.

Price: $29.00

Image Source: Uncommon Goods

15.  Vegan Cheesemaking Kit

… for your vegan cheese-loving friend who will love you unconditionally, just for this! This kit can make over 7 different varieties of vegan cheese including soft mozzarella, firm mozzarella, halloumi, mascarpone, feta, cream cheese, and ricotta that are able to be sliced, grated, and melted! 

Price: $46.00

Image Source: Uncommon Goods

16.  The DIY Ravioli Kit

… for that friend whose favorite cuisine is Italian and also loves creating delicious classics in their own kitchen! This meal kit was created by Carly Sheehy the founder/owner of Global Grub. They also make a DIY Sushi Kit, DIY Tamale Kit, and DIY Mochi Ice Cream Kit.

Price: $29.00

Image Source: Global Grub

17.  Terrarium Candles … or any other candle

… for that friend who loves creating environments of ambiance and relaxation with great smelling candles. 

$20.00

Image Source: Uncommon Goods

18.  Sleep Mask

… for that friend who will not be a happy camper if their sleep is disturbed.

Price: $27.95

Image Source: Etsy- CandiAndi

19.  Cosmetics + Makeup Organizer

… for that friend who is both a neat freak and a beauty queen. 

Price: $34.00

Image Source: Wayfair

20.  English/Irish Flat Cap

… for your dad to wear out and about. He’ll be in style and blend right in with the Shelby brothers if Peaky Blinders is one of his favorite shows.

Price: $38.00

Image Source: Village Hat Shop

21.   Sea Stone Splash Sponge Holder

… this is literally probably one of the best gift ideas ever! Everyone has sponges and there’s not really anywhere to put them.

Price: $24.00

Image Source: Uncommon Goods

22.  Complete Winter Set

… for that friend who is always cold and will forever love you for this gift.

Price: $79.90

Image Source: Etsy – HatsCats

23.  Cozy Blanket

… for that boyfriend or girlfriend because you literally want to Netflix and chill.

Price: $29.00 (On sale!)

Image Source: Pottery Barn

24.  Lotions Gift Set for Him or Her

… 

Price: $25.00 (for a set of 3)

Image Source: Etsy – Sweet Sallys Soaps

Price: $20.90

Image Source: Etsy – Live Beautifully Body

25.  Loose Leaf Tea Set

… for your tea-loving ….

Price: $24.27

Image Source: Etsy – Muddy Boots Herbal Teas

26.  A Yarn Dispenser

… for that faithful aunt or grandmother who’s made you the most beautiful scarves every single Christmas and you can never think of what to get her.

Price: $24.00

Image Source: Etsy – Augusta Wynde Designs

27.  A Phone Case

… for that friend who makes sure to place their phone face down so everyone can comment on their phone case.

Image Source: KM Studio Boutique

Image Source: KM Studio Boutique

28.  Kitchen Garden Planter

… for that 

Price: $25.97

Image Source: My Garden Provisions

29.  A “Minimergency” Kit for Him or Her

…that’ll help out that friend who might be on the clumsy/more forgetful side of the spectrum.

Price: $14-$19

Image Source: Pinch Provisions

30.  A Car Emergency Kit

… for that new car owner who (don’t forget to include a PSI tire pressure checker

Price: $25.71

Image Source: Amazon

31.  Birthday Cake in a Mug

… for that friend whose birthday is so close to Christmas, and who lives too far away for you to bake them an actual cake – two birds, one stone.

Price: $20.00

Image Source: Uncommon Goods

32.  Construction Plate & Utensils

… 

Price: $14.95 – $19.95

Image Source: Uncommon Goods

33.  Mason Jar Indoor Flower Garden

… 

$20.00

Image Source: Uncommon Goods

34.  Minimalist Cord Keeper

… for that friend who loves music but hates the constant earbud-detangling ordeal.

Price: $9.00

Image Source: Aeon Leather Studio

35.  Desk Cable Organizer

… who can’t stand to see the tangled web of cords behind their nightstand or underneath their desk.

Price: $7.99

Image Source: Amazon

36.  Floor Cable Organizer

… 

Price: $26.99

Image Source: Amazon

37.  Packing Cubes

… for your wanderlust lust traveler

Price: $21.99

Image Source: Amazon

38.  Color Map Mugs

… for your long-distance special someone to remember you every time they take a sip of their favorite hot beverage.

Price: $18.00 – $24.00

Image Source: Uncommon Goods

39.  Ticket Stub Diary

… for your wanderlust travel buddy to save memories of their favorite travels. 

Price: $14.00

Image Source: Uncommon Goods

40.  Game of Phones

… for your friends who love games and trivia. This is a game that you CAN play with your phone! Use your phone to complete the prompts and see if who can complete them the fastest. The goal is to collect the most points – and may the fastest and funniest survive.

Price: $20.00

Image Source: Uncommon Goods

Well, there you have it! 

40 ideas for practical + unique inexpensive Christmas gifts that your friends and family will actually use and love!