25 Holiday Gift Ideas for Every Budget

Affordable gifts can be meaningful and useful, rather than flimsy or cheap. If you’re on a tight budget, skip the convenience store trinkets and consider one of the thoughtful gift ideas below!

This guide is organized by budget tier, making it easy for you to find the perfect gift for friends, family, coworkers, employees, or customers across a range of price points. Some suggestions are fun, while others are practical, but all of them make excellent choices for any holiday or special occasion.

 

Don’t forget to personalize each gift! Every ePromos item can be custom printed with your logo, image, or the text of your choice. This allows you to use your holiday shopping budget for effective advertising without any extra effort! It’s a win-win situation: your gift recipients receive thoughtful items they’ll appreciate and use for years, while you gain brand recognition and loyalty by giving away free swag featuring your brand.

 

Gifts Under $5

These budget-friendly gifts would be perfect for gift boxes or stuffing stockings. This price range is also suitable for distributing bulk freebies at community holiday events.

1. Full Color Promotional Jigsaw Puzzle

This full-color puzzle could be a winner if you have any kids on your list. Put a bright, kid-friendly photo on the puzzle, place your tasteful logo in the corner, and you’ll have a gift that children and their parents will both appreciate.

 

 

2. Hopeful Header Custom Snack Bags w/ Trail Mix

Show support for a cause as you pass out tasty snacks to employees or holiday party guests. These snack mix bags are delicious and nutritious, and feature a broad header card perfect for showcasing your custom print.

 

 

3. Inspiration 13-Month Stapled Custom Calendar

Keep your employees motivated and organized with this annual calendar. It makes a wonderful gift for Christmas, New Year’s, or any other holiday celebration at the end of the year.

 

4. Safety Fidget Spinner Custom Stress Reliever

Everyone enjoys fidget spinners! They are entertaining, stress-relieving, and visually appealing as desk accessories or as part of a goodie bag.

 

 

5. Kitchen Items

If you have any culinary enthusiasts on your list, treat them to a new whisk, spatula, or pizza cutter. They’ll whip these gifts out to prepare food for their holiday parties, showing off their logo to attendees.

 

Gifts Under $25

Gifts in this category would make excellent “centerpiece” items in gift baskets. If you buy in bulk, they can also serve as standalone gifts for everyone in the office.

6. S’mores Custom Gift Box

Charming, considerate, and lovely, this small gift box will delight anyone on your list.

 

 

7. Bayside Long-Sleeve Promotional T-Shirt

These long-sleeve T-shirts are made in the USA from 100% cotton. They are available in various colors and provide ample space for you to add images and text.

 

 

8. Solitaire MAG-LITE Promotional Flashlight

This miniature flashlight packs a powerful punch for its size, making it a superb choice for employees working after dark, artisans, and the safety-conscious folks on your list.

 

9. Full Color Custom Scented Candle & Safety Matches Gift Set

Help your gift recipients relax in style without breaking the bank. To further personalize each gift set, you can choose the candle scent.

 

10. Bayside Cotton Custom Jumbo Tote

Are you searching for the perfect practical gift for everyone in your office? Look no further! With many ePromos items, you can receive a significant discount when you buy in bulk. Purchase a tote for each person on your list and include a smaller, personalized item inside. That’s it—gift shopping and wrapping made easy!

 

 

11. JournalBook Pedova Bound Lined Promotional Journal

This classy journal could be a great corporate gift for go-getters who need to jot down ideas during the day or a thoughtful wellness gift for people who need a way to unwind their thoughts.

 

12. Atchison Center Court Custom Duffle Bag

Gym-goers need a good way to haul their gear and a spare change of clothes back and forth for the day. This convenient bag is durable, spacious, and features a water bottle holder for convenient hydration during workouts.

 

13. Laser Engraved Custom Tumbler w/ Carry Handle

Speaking of staying hydrated, this stainless steel 30 oz. tumbler is a fantastic choice for health-conscious people who like to keep cold water on hand. It’s also great for tired folks who need a perpetual caffeine boost!

 

 

14. Modern Sprout Terracotta Custom Grow Kit

This adorable herb pot brings a little outside into the office. It’s excellent as a feel-good desk decoration or a useful mini garden for herbs on the windowsill!

 

15. Laser Engraved Marble Custom Cutting Board

Adorn this beautiful marble cutting board with your logo, and watch it attract attention and spark conversations at every holiday gathering. Recipients of your gift will subtly promote your business each time they host a get-together!

 

 

Gifts Under $50

16. 10 Flavor Cocktail Jelly Beans – Custom Candy Box

Jelly beans are no longer just for kids! These non-alcoholic cocktail-flavored jelly beans will be great conversation starters at holiday parties. Share them with friends and family, or send some to your business partners and customers.

 

 

17. Roastify Whole Bean Light Roast Custom Coffee

Surprise the coffee lovers in your life with a custom-printed bag of delicious light roast beans. You can also keep a few of these in the office break room to enhance your employees’ coffee breaks.

 

 

18. Full Color Chocolate Covered Pretzel Kit

This delicious kit is priced just above $50. However, if you purchase 50 or more—perhaps as gifts for the entire office—you can secure the bulk sale price and save money on your holiday shopping.

 

19. Moleskine Passion Custom Travel Journal

If you have a friend who has caught the travel bug, consider giving them this useful journal to help them organize their travel plans and experiences. The introductory pages include helpful travel tips, while the rest of the journal offers ample space for notes and photos. Whether they are visiting a new country or exploring their local area, your friend will be able to keep track of all their treasured vacation memories.

 

20. Ultra-Plush Faux Fur Custom Blanket

The holiday season wouldn’t be as magical without a cozy blanket to curl up under! Give the gift of comfort with this faux fur throw.

 

Gifts Under $100

21. Parkview Insulated Branded Dual Food Carrier

This insulated food carrier will make it easy for your recipients to bring a balanced meal to lunch, show up to holiday parties with casseroles, or drop pies and cookies off to friends and neighbors before Christmas.

 

22. Premium Stripe Custom Chair w/ Arms & Carrying Case

Concert-goers and parade attendees will be excited to receive this comfortable, portable chair. It folds easily and comes with a handy carrying case, making it convenient to transport throughout the day. This chair is perfect for those on your list who always come in on Mondays sharing stories about the fun events they attended over the weekend.

 

23. Core365 Prevail Packable Custom Puffer Vest

This water-resistant puffer vest is perfect for outdoorsy men who don’t want to stay inside even when the weather is frigid. For the ladies in your life, try the women’s version here.

 

 

24. BruMate Togosa 2-in-1 Custom Bottle Chiller/Pitcher Combo

This drink chiller and pitcher combination is perfect for those who frequently host outdoor parties and events. It can keep cold drinks chilled for up to 48 hours and hot drinks warm for four hours.

 

 

25. 4-Tier Custom Chocolate Bliss Snack Tower

This tower of chocolate treats is the ultimate indulgence. Your recipients can relax and enjoy something sweet every day this holiday season!

 

 

Want to stay ahead of the game?

Rather than doing last-minute shopping before Christmas or birthdays, we recommend keeping a stock of great gifts on hand, so you’re always prepared. Not only will this make you a hit during holiday seasons, but you’ll also have a stash of accessible promo items printed with your logo that you can hand out at trade shows, conferences, local community events, and other networking opportunities.

If you’re buying before a particular event, we recommend ordering 25% more items than you need. Having a few extras is far better than running out mid-event and leaving people empty-handed.

Printed promotional items (excluding food) have a long shelf life, so you can easily store any extras for future events and holidays. This is a convenient way to gradually build your inventory with each order.

Let us help you in creating the perfect order.

Are you unsure about which items to choose? Have you never designed custom-printed merchandise before?

Don’t worry! Our dedicated ePromos Brand Consultants are here to help you every step of the way.

We’re happy to:

• Suggest fantastic gifts ideas for everyone on your list
• Brainstorm eye-catching design concepts
• Customize and perfect your logo, text, or image for printing
• Discuss various shipping options, including rush shipping and drop shipping
• Place the order for you

Click the chat button on our website or dial (877) 377-6667 when you’re ready to get started.

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