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If you are looking for a gift that will make an impression without breaking the bank, we’ve got you covered. For under $20 there’s a whole range of fun, unique items for your next holiday gift swap or housewarming party. So whether you are looking for something special to bring to the hostess of this season’s holiday parties or you simply want to stick to a budget with your Christmas gifting, this curated list is full of creative ideas that are sure to delight.
From art supplies for the artistically inclined to decanting wine glasses for the foodie, we’ve found more than 40 items that are sure to make anyone who receives them smile. Get ready to shop, but be careful…you may want to keep some of these goodies for yourself.
Looking for creative gifts under $20? We’ve found 43 cool items that are sure to delight.
Wino Sippers Glasses
Oenophilia | $18.98
Multi-Colored Cubebot
David Weeks | $9+
Natural Soap with Honey and Beeswax
Nina’s Bees | $11.77
Artist-Designed Carry-All Pouch
Bianca Green | $16.99
Rainbow Pencils
Duncan Shotton | $15
Adult Coloring Journal
Johanna Basford | $23.46
Katie Daisy 17-Month Planner
Katie Daisy | $14.90
Mini Zen Garden
Nature’s Mark | $14.99
Crayon Rocks (set of 32)
Crayon Rocks | $16.99
Incense House
Firebox | $16
Butter & Cheese Huggers
Uncommon Goods | $13
Bob Ross Heat-Activated Mug
The Unemployed Philosophers Guild | $16.95
Feline 2021 Mini Wall Calendar
Terry Runyan’s Cats | $7.99
Portable Wine Glass
Firebox | $14
Nevertheless, She Persisted Puzzle
UncommonGoods | $18
Do You Look Like Your Dog? Game
Gerrard Gethings | $16.44
Triostar Stromanthe Keychain
Hemleva | $18
F in Exams Book
Uncommon Goods | $8.50
Decorative Cactus Tea Lights (set of 6)
ornerx | $11.99
Essential Oil Steamers
Uncommon Goods | $15
Macrame Plant Hanger
Optima Picks | $15.87 (holds four plants)
Solar Photography Kit
Uncommon Goods | $14.95
Grizzly Hot Pot Trivet
OTOTO | $16
Galaxy Infinity Scarf Black
Asli Design | $18.61
Jelly Gouache Paint
Arrtx | $17.90
Vintage National Parks Puzzle
Uncommon Goods | $20
Beginning Embroidery Stitch Sampler
Dropcloth Samplers | $18
William Morris’s Flowers Book
Rowan Bain | $8.35
Frida Kahlo Earrings
Yellow Owl Workshop | $20
Decision Maker Paperweight
UncommonGoods | $18
Microfiber Fleece Burrito Blanket
EZLY | $19.99
Upcycled Record Coasters
Jeff Davis | $18
100 Books Scratch-Off Calendar
UncommonGoods | $15
Pressed Flower Bookmark
Kayliereads | $10+
Portable Watercolor Paint Sheets
Viviana Colorsheets | $19.95+
Waffle Knit Beanie
BlueBisonoutdoors | $19.99
Library Socks
Uncommon Goods | $10
Geometric Mobile
Sanctum Handmade | $20+
Blooming Lollipops
Pearl Earrings
GiftsForFriendship | $16.80
The Cat Club Temporary Tattoo Set
Tattly | $15
Love Lives Here by Anne Bentley 1,000 Piece Puzzle
Galison | $16.99
Plush Organs
Uncommon Goods | $18–20
This article has been edited and updated.
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