The Best Cheap & Cheerful Gifts

Have you ever been stuck with a birthday, anniversary, or Christmas present conundrum? Those awful moments where you have absolutely no idea what to get someone. Well, when it comes to gift-giving, cheap and cheerful can be the best solution. 

Cheap and cheerful presents have perks. It ensures you are not going out of your budget yet gives you the ability to be thoughtful and considerate. So how do you choose a gift? Let’s go over options and things to keep in mind.

Customization is key 

Cheap and cheerful does not have to mean impersonal. Often, there are ways in which you can elevate a present by making it truly customized to the receiver. A fun idea is to use pictures to upscale a present and add sentimental value to what you have chosen. Traditionally, this tends to be in the form of a picture frame, keyring, or even on a mug. But how about thinking outside the box? Custom sticky notepads, coasters, and even water bottles are also fun ideas that are more rarely used.

With customization, you don’t necessarily have to buy something entirely new, you could also go down the DIY route. A handmade present often costs far less and possesses more value to the receiver due to personalization. While using the DIY method may not be for everyone, there are so many online tutorials and guides that this could easily become your new hobby. Try it out and you never know what may happen! 

Think outside the box

The best presents are unique to the receiver. Take the time to consider the person and their interests. What do you think they would like? What would they find surprising or intriguing? With cheap and cheerful presents, it is often easier to take a gamble as the monetary value is lower and therefore, so is the risk. Try to avoid stereotypical presents and think outside the box in your approach. 

Classic ideas

Tried and tested presents are always a good option. When thinking of classic present ideas, flowers and plants are always high on the list. Potted plants have stood the test of time and can be a housewarming, birthday, Christmas, or even a leaving present. What is clear is that they are one of the safest and most successful gift ideas that don’t cost a lot of money.

Other ideas can include diaries or notebooks, which are ideal because no one can ever have too many. It also allows for you to personalize it by explaining what the receiver could use it for and picking a design that you think is most suited to them. There are also things like pens, candles, and even chocolates!

Always Remember

When choosing a gift, the most important thing to do is keep the receiver in mind. No matter how much or how little you know, using this information to aid your choices will always lead to a more successful purchase. Also remember, receiving a present is always a compliment, so even if the recipient does not like the gift you have chosen, the thought will always count.

Happy gifting!