Affordable Holiday Gift Ideas

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The holidays are here which means cozying up with the ones you love and sharing memories, yummy food, and meaningful unique gifts. As we move farther into college life and our bank accounts grow thinner and thinner, finding the perfect holiday gift within your price range can be a bit of a feat. There are many affordable and creative alternatives to holiday gifts that include getting crafty and putting your own unique stamp on a gift for your bff!

DIY Wine Bottle Lamp:

Have any old wine bottles lying around (for those of our readers 21 and over)? Grab a cheap string of LED lights from your nearest craft store and throw them inside the bottle for a trendy accent piece for any room!

Picture frame with your BFFs:

One of the most personal and special gifts that you could give to a friend is a framed picture of the two of you! Stop by a TJ Maxx or Marshalls for especially cute frames and print out a picture to put inside the frame. Just like that you have a meaningful gift to share with someone you love.

Scented candles:

A good candle can go a long way. They can turn any busy space into a room of tranquility. You can find great candles at retailers such as TJ Maxx, Anthropologie, Target, Bath and Body Works, or any craft store.

Initial necklace:

A unique personalized jewelry piece is always a good idea! Find an array of beautiful dainty initial necklaces on Amazon for amazing prices! You can find them in multiple styles and colors for a gift that is special and will definitely be put to good use.

Cozy gift basket:

Have fun making a “cozy night gift basket” featuring a mug, hot chocolate mix, fuzzy socks, candle, and any other unique items you’d like to throw in! You will instantly cure your bff’s winter blues!