Posted on Nov 16, 2020

43 Gifts Under $10 That Won't Make You Seem Cheap

Easy ways to be generous without being *too* generous.

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1. A serving tray set that'll create the most beautiful flat lays. And will be perfect to cradle their Ritz crackers and that cut-up block of cheese they have for dinner once a week. Now that is LIVING.

2. A six-pack of succulent votive candles for the aspiring old plant lady whose track record for keeping actual plants alive is less than stellar.

candle votives that look like succulent plants

3. A comprehensive masking kit to make mixing, applying, and removing masks a total breeze.

4. A fill-in-the-blank journal as a better option than a handwritten poem that they know cost you $0.

small book that says "why you're my bestie to you from me"

5. An adorable cocktail kit because they should still enjoy top-shelf fun, even if you can't afford to give them top-shelf liquor rn.

6. A Selenite skyscraper for any crystal or interior design enthusiast. It's going to look like you spent close to $50 on it!!! And I say that because I recently saw one in a boutique priced that.

hand holding the crystal, showing it's just the size of a hand

7. A K-beauty sheet mask subscription that'll cost less than $10 a month!

8. Fancy (LOOKING) earrings to upgrade most outfits. Maybe even athleisure? Whatever. They're the ones who get to wear them and decide.

model wearing gold door knocker earrings

9. Or some ear crawlers if their style is a lil' more low-key.

model's ear with olive branch ear crawler on it

10. A mini karaoke microphone because the whole world is a stage and they know ALL the words to "Weird Science," as all of us should! (I do. It's a very fun karaoke song, FYI.)

11. A mini reading journal full of fun prompts that'll be a step up from the note they've been keeping on their phone.

12. A couple of plant watering stakes to split between two green thumbs whose house plants are still alive. (How?!)

two bird shaped plant watering globes stuck into a container plant

13. A flashy "EAT ME" sign in case they're forever making you wait to eat dinner so they can get the perfect table shot for Insta.

person sticking an "eat me" sign into the top of a burger

14. A chambray oven mitt and pot holder set because last time you were over, theirs looked a little charred. And you don't want anything to come between you and their cooking.

15. An adorable Groot planter ready to listen to all their troubles.

planter that looks like a bust of Groot from The Guardians of the Galaxy

16. A crystal-like soap for the guest bath where the kids will never be allowed to use it.

small soap that looks like purple crystals

17. Snazzy socks as an easy way to jazz up some old shoes... or just their Insta grid.

person wearing loafers with cool grid pattern socks

18. A gorgeous velvet headband for an easy accent on those days when their hair's a day too dirty but they couldn't resist the appeal of the snooze button.

velvet headband with a knot at the top, faux pearls sewn on throughout

19. Or a similar glam scrunchie/scarf duo that'll let them really snazz it up with the scarf or go lower key with just the velvet scrunchie.

gray scrunchie with scarf attached that has faux pearls on it

20. A cute pin as a gentle reminder to passersby that they need some ~space~.

21. Watercolor brush pens in case they've grown a little tired of adult coloring backs and regular colored pencils. Time to step it up!

three watercolor brushes with different tip sizes

22. Frida Kahlo sticky notes that'll mark important things to consider later.

various Frida Kahlo theme sticky notes in a little book

23. A Caboodle touch-up tote for a beauty queen who's never left without at least four lip colors.

open makeup organizer with a mirror in the lid and two trays

24. A dainty bangle set as a placeholder for the Cartier love bracelet you'll most definitely be able to afford by next year.

model wearing four of the minimalist bracelets stacked on one wrist

25. A sleep mask with your signature cat-eye flick that'll say "Come hither and smell my morning breath."

26. A book of hidden pictures for keeping 'em entertained and engaged — the best of both worlds!

27. A reversible sequin pillow case to update their couch for about the same price as your go-to McD's order.

Dwight from the office crying image on a pillow that has sequins that reveal the image when turneD

28. A hungry fox or inquisitive narwal keychain as an adorable accessory that's just so you cute you could die. But don't. Plz stay alive to witness them enjoying this instead!

narwal with magnifying class key chain on a purse

29. A 20-pack of nature illustration post cards as a delightful stationery solution for the person who still stans snail mail. Or, they would make for beautiful wall art!

30. A pair of snazzy luggage tags for the person who spends all their cash on travel and has the well-worn luggage to prove it.

two luggage tags in a white and gray marble print

31. A guac bowl for someone who basically lives off the stuff. And whomst among us could blame them?

32. Spine-tingling pens for your favorite creep or medical professional.

33. A loose-leaf tea subscription that'll have 'em sipping in delicious style.

34. And a marble mug to add to their collection of mugs because one could always use another mug, OK?!

35. A cute little bottle opener that'll help next time they decide to bike to the park for a picnic.

36. Satin pillow cases that I own and love! They'll become an essential for anyone who sleeps hot and/or wants to keep their hair and skin moisturized. Soooooo, everyone?

gray satin pillowcases on sleeping pillow on a bed

37. A luxury-looking lip balm that'd make an excellent stocking stuffer. Their lips deserve some pampering! All our lips deserve some pampering!

stick of lip balm in a pretty floral container

38. Or a trio of jelly lipsticks that'll give 'em some color without the drying effect of their fave matte lipstick.

39. An elephant ring dish that'll answer their daily question, "Where are my keys?"

coral square tray with illustrated elephant motif on it

40. A makeup brushes set with super pretty marble-print handles to help them swatch all those new palettes they got for the holidays.

set of various brushes with marble print handle fanned out on a tabletop

41. A "house" of sheet masks that'll hang out beautifully on its own in case the name of your game is forgetting to wrap your gifts.

42. A phone diffuser they can use in lieu of a flashlight in case of an emergency or when camping.

lamp-style attachment on mobile phone that makes the phone flashlight much brighter

43. A gorgeous refillable travel journal for the person who's always jaunting off somewhere on the weekends every time you're just trying to plan a catchup brunch.

Your fanciest friend is going to be so impressed:

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