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    36 Affordable Gifts That Seem More Expensive Than They Actually Are

    Because you don't need to empty your bank account to give a great gift.

    What a year! The holidays are finally here! And while we’re doing our best to make sure the products we feature will arrive in time, shipping times are especially tricky this year, so we suggest shopping as early as you can.

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    1. A circular cheese board that they can use to create aesthetically-pleasing fromage platters for all their events. It has a hidden drawer that fits the four included knives perfectly so they won't need to order their own tools.

    Two knives and a wheel of brie on the board

    2. A charging stand that'll keep their phone at full battery. It's also great for FaceTime calls, Zoom meetings, and binge-watching old Gossip Girl episodes while they attempt to get some work done on their monitor.

    The phone stand surrounded by phones

    3. A speedy egg cooker that'll whip up a protein-packed breakfast for them in mere minutes. It doesn't need to be monitored so they can take a shower or do their makeup while it gets down to business.

    The egg cooker with hard boiled eggs inside

    4. A deck of yoga cards that are designed for beginners and will help them learn the art of simple stretches. They include pictures and detailed instructions so they won't accidentally injure themself trying to find their way into a pose.

    The deck of cards next to their box

    5. A pack of record-shaped coasters that'll save them from getting unsightly water rings all over their furniture. They'll also look cute on display if they're a fan of funky home decor.

    The six coasters laid out on a table, one has a drink on it

    6. A Pusheen cross stitch kit that'll give them an adorable project to complete. It comes with everything they'll need to create a mini work of art and reviewers say it's great for total newbies.

    The kit laid out on a table

    7. A single-cup stovetop espresso maker that'll help them turn out a barista-grade beverage in under five minutes. Now they won't have to spend all their money on mochas and macchiatos — they can just make them at home.

    8. A genius water bottle that'll track how much they're drinking throughout the day. A new dot will appear on the lid every time the bottle is refilled so they can easily monitor their progress.

    A person screwing the lid onto the filled water bottle

    9. A wireless keyboard that they can bring with them to class, on coffee shop adventures, and beyond. It's backlit (with seven colour options to rotate through) so they'll even be able to make out their keys in dark lecture halls.

    The keyboard on a desk in front of a tablet

    10. A Saturn-shaped neon light that'll give their room a celestial makeover. If they're obsessed with all outer space has to offer, they'll definitely love this.

    The Saturn-shaped like over a checkered blanket and flowers

    11. And a set of stick-on constellation wall decals that'll make it look like they actually spent hours wallpapering their apartment. If they can't catch a glimpse of the starry skies from their apartment, plastering their ceiling with these will be the next best thing.

    A wall covered in metallic star and constellation decals

    12. A set of burger spreads that'll take their BBQ game to the next level. Ketchup and mustard? Leave that for the peasants — candied jalapeños, onion and thyme spread, and spicy tomato sauce is all they'll care about from here on out.

    The sauces stacked in a tower

    13. A gel bike seat cover that'll give their booty a lil' extra cushioning when they're scootin' around town on their two-wheeler. It'll slide right over their existing saddle so they won't have to bust out any tools to install it.

    The bike seat cover on a bike seat

    14. A set of pearl hair clips that can be added to tousled locks, messy buns, and everything in between. They'll make them look like they put waaaay more effort into their look than they really did on their laziest days.

    15. This cozy throw blanket with a pom pom trim that'll cover up their ratty old bedspread and leave their room looking effortlessly chic. It has one fluffy side and one flannel side so they'll get the best of both worlds.

    The throw blanket on a chair

    16. A microfibre hair towel and shower cap that'll help them treat their tresses right. The cap will help save their pre-styled strands from getting ruined in the shower and the towel is perfect for days when they actually want to go through the trouble of washing their mane.

    The cap and towel in its package

    17. A versatile banana leaf tapestry that'll bless their room with a healthy dose of greenery without giving them the responsibility of becoming a plant parent. They can also use it as a tablecloth if they're throwing a dinner party and want to spruce up their spread.

    A bed in front of the banana leaf tapestry on a bedroom wall

    18. A smart reusable notepad that'll make electronic copies of everything they jot down with the help of a free app. Using it is simple: when they're done writing, they can just hold their phone above the page. The free app will detect and capture each page, creating a digital copy that looks identical to their handwritten notes.

    A person writing a grocery list out on the reusable notepad

    19. A pair of fancy-schmancy wine glasses that they'll be thankful for when they uncork their next bottle of vino. Reviewers love how big they are and say they're the perfect dupes for Crate and Barrel glasses.

    A person holding a glass with wine in it

    20. A question-a-day journal that'll take them a whole five years to complete. This written time capsule will let them see how they've changed (or stayed the same) over the years and will take way less time to fill out than a traditional diary.

    A filled-out page inside the journal

    21. A copy of UNO showdown that's a bit more fast-paced than the original game thanks to the addition of draw machine. If they love the OG version and are ready to take things to the next level, they probably need this in their collection.

    Two people with their hands on the dealing machine

    22. A water-filtering LifeStraw that they'll definitely want to bring on their next outdoor adventure. It's great for camping and is a solid alternative to iodine tablets and bulky purifiers.

    A person holding the LifeStraw

    23. A microwavable s'mores maker that'll have them making ooey-gooey treats without the struggle of crafting a campfire. It'll heat all their ingredients evenly and the lil' arms will keep their marshmallows from getting too puffy and bubbling over.

    The s'mores maker on a blank background

    24. A book of sloth-themed sticky notes that'll help even the laziest person in your life feel a little more productive. It comes with a lined list, plus several packs of sticky notes, making it great for everything from grocery lists to marking pages in their textbooks.

    The sloth note set beside a tote bag

    25. A pair of silky satin pillowcases that'll make them feel like they're staying at a five-star hotel when they crawl into bed at night. Thanks to the smooth texture, they'll also save their hair from frizzing up and breaking.

    Two pillows on a bed with the pillowcases on them

    26. A patterned microwave cover that'll keep their appliance from getting covered in dust, sauce splashes, and fingerprints (and make it look way cuter, too). It has pockets on the side where they can store extra utensils if they're running out of room in their drawers.

    The cover on top of a microwave on a counter

    27. A pair of ~thicc~ gold hoops that are way more interesting than the studs they normally wear. Reviewers love how lightweight they are and say they don't irritate their sensitive skin.

    The hoops hanging off a wine glasss

    28. A wooden cutting board with built-in bowls that'll hold their prepped ingredients until they're ready to use them. It also has a groove around the edge that'll catch any juice or drippings before they find their way onto their counter.

    The cutting board with ingredients on ot

    29. A three-panel bath pillow that'll help them chill the heck out while they're soaking the cold away. The back is equipped with seven ultra-strong suction cups so they won't have to worry about it sliding down to their booty.

    The bath pillow in a tub

    30. A pair of shredder claws that'll have them cosplaying Wolverine in the kitchen. Sure, they look a lil' silly, but they'll actually make slicing through chicken, brisket, and all their favourite BBQ meats a total breeze.

    31. A milk frother that'll help them make delicious, coffee-based beverages that look and taste like they've been crafted by a seasoned barista. Flat milk? Leave that for the peasants.

    32. A pair of magnetic clouds that'll keep their scissors and paperclips from disappearing under that chaos that lives on their desk. Reviewers love keeping them by their entryways to hold their keys so their essentials never go MIA.

    Two clouds holding paperclips and scissors

    33. A pack of gauzy chiffon scrunchies that'll instantly elevate any bun, braid, or pony. They won't catch on their hair like regular bands so they won't have to worry about causing breakage.

    Three people with gauzy scrunchies in their hair

    34. A gold letter plate necklace so they can show off their initial with pride. Reviewers love that it doesn't tarnish after weeks of wear, even after rocking it in the shower.

    Four necklaces spelling out the word love

    35. An eight-piece set of Sailor Moon-inspired makeup brushes to help them contour, buff, and blend their makeup to perfection. They're super cute so they'll definitely want to keep them displayed on their vanity.

    The sailor moon brushes laid out on a table

    36. And finally, a non-stick mini griddle that they can use to make everything to breakfast sammies to cookies. It won't take up a ton of counter space so it's the perfect gift for someone with a petite kitchen.

    The mini griddle with an egg in it

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