These cheap gift ideas are perfect for those of you planning to do your Christmas shopping on a budget. Be inspired and spread the joy this festive season.
If you’re anything like us, you probably tend to wait until the last possible moment to do all of your Christmas shopping. Sometimes it’s a lack of motivation, sometimes a lack of ideas, but fear not. Whatever your reasons for leaving it late, we have you covered. Here are some ideas for personal, unique gifts for the whole family on a student budget.
1. Scratch Posters: (£12-£20)
Whether you’re buying for relatives, friends, or even that special someone, a scratch poster could be the perfect gift.
For your partner, you could show off your romantic side and get them the 100 Dates Bucket List, or for a friend who loves to read, maybe the Top 100 Books poster would be a good shout. These really are great, fun gifts and not too expensive!
2. Make your own gin kit: (£30)
This gift is definitely suited to a certain demographic (which means no buying for underaged relatives!). This inventive present offers more than just the gift of alcohol; it is an interactive experience that might even pave the way into a potential new hobby. You never know, you might even be rewarded with a bottle of homemade moonshine gin the year after!
So, if you know anyone who doesn’t mind waiting a while to reap the rewards of their hard work, we’re sure they will love this gift. They may even share it with you if you’re lucky.
3. Music box: (£15+)
A music box is a superb gift idea for friends and relatives of all ages, and one that will be treasured for a lifetime. If you are looking for a traditional present for your grandparents, they will be delighted with this little slice of the past. And if you’re purchasing one for your younger siblings, the chances are they will be playing their favourite Disney song on repeat until well into the New Year.
If you take advantage of the Honnebox’s Black Friday sales, you can bag one of these small, personal gifts at a bargain rate of just over £15.
4. Monthly Subscriptions: (£30+)
This may sound like a simple suggestion, but it is one of the best options for someone who has a particular guilty pleasure. A subscription can be a very personal gift when you get something you know the recipient will love. Whether they are a fan of tea, chocolate, coffee or reading, there’s a subscription out there for virtually anything.
The great thing about subscriptions is they will bring joy for weeks and months to come, so when the January blues arrive, the lucky recipient will get a well-deserved pick me up!
Here are some of our personal favourites:
5. Travellers keychain or necklace: (£20+)
Finally, for your friend who is always eager to see more of the world, a travel keyring (or necklace if you prefer) makes for an excellent gift. Due to the pandemic, there isn’t much opportunity to see the world right now, but in the very near future, it will surely be taken on many adventures and provide a great reminder of those amazing memories that are yet to be made.
And if you are buying a gift for your travelling partner, why not buy two, so you can grow your collection together.
And just remember that, as cliché as it sounds, Christmas is about spending time with friends and family, so you don’t have to break the bank to make this year special. Hopefully, these affordable gift suggestions will have given you a bit of inspiration for the holidays, meaning you’re now all set to start your Christmas shopping.
For more inspiration, be sure to check out our guide to securing the best deals this Black Friday.
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