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If you are looking for a present that will make an impression without breaking the bank, we've got you covered with a long list of affordable gifts. 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.
Some of our favorite gift ideas speak to the recipient's interests. For instance, if you're shopping for someone who loves home decor, we have exquisite candles, playful coffee mugs, and humorous cat butt push pins. Similarly, our collection also includes practical gifts like must-have kitchen supplies, wine glasses, and a macramé plant hanger. With this variety, you can easily fulfill birthdays. white elephant gift exchanges, in addition to major holidays. Not only that, but we've made sure to select perfect gifts for different ages, meaning you will find goodies for kids and mom, too.
Scroll down to browse our gift guide of unique items, each of which will make for a perfect gift. 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 45 cool items that are sure to delight.
Wino Sippers Glasses

Sekopesy | $14.99
Aromatherapy Shower Steamers

Body Restore | $16.99
Natural Soap with Honey and Beeswax

Nina's Bees | $13
“Future Starts Now” Notebook

ellymalone | $14
Llama Doll Embroidery Kit

Kiriki Press | $22
Stranger Things Coloring Book

Netflix | $12.69
Katie Daisy 17-Month Planner

Katie Daisy | $11.89
Mini Zen Garden

Nature's Mark | $14.99
The Kiss Candle

Flatyz | $18.98
Crayon Rocks (set of 32)

Crayon Rocks | $17.81
Incense House

Firebox | $15.21
Cat Butt Push Pins

Kikkerland Design | $14.99
Butter & Cheese Huggers

Uncommon Goods | $14.99
Bob Ross Heat-Activated Mug

The Unemployed Philosophers Guild | $19.95
Funny 2024 Calendar

Anne Taintor | $14.39
Portable Wine Glass

Firebox | $12.67
Murder Mystery Puzzle

Uncommon Goods | $16
Do You Look Like Your Dog? Game

Gerrard Gethings | $11.20
Triostar Stromanthe Keychain

Hemleva | $18
How To Speak Cat Cards

Uncommon Goods | $10
Decorative Cactus Tea Lights (set of 6)

ornerx | $11.99
Essential Oil Steamers

Uncommon Goods | $16
Macrame Plant Hanger

ANROYE | $19.99
Solar Photography Kit

Uncommon Goods | $14.95
Grizzly Hot Pot Trivet

OTOTO | $19.95
Jelly Gouache Paint

ABEIER | $16.79
Vintage National Parks Puzzle

Uncommon Goods | $22
Composition II Socks

Curator Socks | $14.25
William Morris's Flowers Book

Rowan Bain | $18.95
Frida Kahlo Earrings

Yellow Owl Workshop | $21.50
‘Pablo Picatso' Enamel Pin

Nia Gould | $12.50
Microfiber Fleece Burrito Blanket

EZLY | $21
Upcycled Record Coasters

Jeff Davis | $24
100 Books Scratch-Off Calendar

Enno Vatti | $13.99
Pressed Flower Bookmark

Kayliereads | $12.99+
Portable Watercolor Paint Sheets

Viviana Colorsheets | $19.95+
Urban Map Glass

Brian, Dave, Neil and Colin | $18
Library Socks

Uncommon Goods | $13
‘The Great Wave' Tote Bag

LOQI | $17.50
Blooming Lollipops

Brennan Clarke and Taylor Morgan | $20
Slotted Jungle Spoon

OTOTO | $16
Animal Society Temporary Tattoo Set

Tattly | $15
Love Lives Here by Anne Bentley 1,000 Piece Puzzle

Galison | $16.99
Inspirational Female Octopals Plush

Uncommon Goods | $35+
This article has been edited and updated. Prices were accurate at time of publishing.
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