I am all about maxing out my resources and getting the most bang for my buck, especially when it comes to holiday shopping. If you are on a tight budget like me, this list of items, all $20 or less will help you stretch your holiday budget a little further. If you are interested in how I am planning out our holiday budget this year, you can read My Simple Holiday Budget post for a few ideas.
**Please note that at the time of the writing of this post, all these items were $20 or less. If an item changes, please let me know in the comments so I can update this list. Thank you!
Men (The Hubs helped with these 😉 )
Mossy Oak Men’s Long Sleeve Pocket T-Shirt *
Price: $12.92 and up
Any other ladies out there married to a hunter? 😉 These are my hubs’ favorite hunting shirts!
1/4 in. Drive SAE/Metric Standard Socket and Wrench Set (20-Piece)
Price: $19.97
Lone Survivor *
Price: $11.99
This is perfect for those guys in your life that love adventure and military movies!
Classic Sweatpants
Price: $15.98
If your hubs is like mine, he prefers sweatpants that aren’t from the 80’s and ones that aren’t super slim. If this describes him, he will probably love these sweatpants. They are the only ones I can find that are affordable and I usually buy three at a time! 🙂
Couples:
The Total Money Makeover *
Price: $14.40
I truly believe that this makes a great gift for anyone, especially couples. If you have a newlywed couple or new-parents on your list, this can be a great benefit to them!
Deluxe Executive Envelope System (Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University) *
Price: $12.73
Stubble Bubble Gift Set by Nicole Made This
Price: $20.00
Y’all, Nicole made this bundle especially for you! No, really she did. This bundle was made exclusively for TBM readers and is perfect for guy or gal!
Women
Adjustable Crystal Element Bracelet from Sun and Earth Elements
Price: $20.00
I have one of these beauties and just let me know tell you, I LOVE IT! It fits perfectly with whatever I’m wearing (even if it is yoga pants….) and makes me feel all girly! This is the perfect gift for mom or daughter! *****Use code Budget2014 for 15% now until Monday, November 24th! 🙂
100 Days of Real Food: How We Did It, What We Learned, and 100 Easy, Wholesome Recipes Your Family Will Love *
Price: $17.99
Oh, I just love this book! If you have a mom or someone who loves to cook on your list, this is an awesome gift to give. Packed full of helpful and informative information and delicious recipes.
Rose Glow Czech glass bead & Rosaline Swarovski crystal pearl rosary with gold plated crucifix and Our Lady of Guadalupe center by Allison Kinyon
Price: $20.00
Oh, be still my Catholic heart! 🙂 Allison’s rosaries are so gorgeous and make perfect gifts. If you have a Goddaughter on your list, this would be perfect!
Monogrammed Headbands by BeSewSweet
Price: $11.00
It’s no secret that here in the South we love everything and anything monogrammed. Blake’s headbands are perfect to quench a Southern Belle’s thirst! 🙂
thredUP *
Price: Varies
Okay, so technically this one isn’t a specific item but if you have clothing on your list of gifts to purchase, I highly recommend you start at thredUP. I absolutely love them and in my How to Stretch Your Clothing Budget post you can read about how much I love them. You can score some amazing deals on name brand clothing from thredUP to stretch your holiday budget further!
Hand Crocheted Extra Long Infinity Scarf – Off White and Dark Purple by CSF Works
Price: $15.00
This infinity scarf measures approximately 6.5 inches in wide and approximately 90 inches around (approximately 45 inches long when doubled over). This infinity scarf is loosely crocheted, so there is an open pattern, but when wrapped around your neck, it will keep you extra warm while still being soft and never stiff!
Kids
Snowman Ribbon Sculpture Hair Clip by My SoCal Creations
Price: $5.00
Okay, this hair ribbon makes me want a girl….you think one of my wild boys will allow me to put one in their hair??? A mama can hope! 🙂
Brachiosaurus With Heart Pendant by After Noon Handcrafted
Price: $18.00
This wood necklace pendants are cut and shaped by hand, so each piece is one-of-a-kind. Each piece also has slight variations in grain pattern and coloring. The wood is finished with tung oil, which is durable and naturally non-toxic.
Boy or Girl Minion Inspired Hat by The Krafty Kelly
Price: $20.00 (Kelly was so gracious and is offering a 10% discount for my readers until December 31st! Use code thebudgetmama at checkout to receive your discount! Thank you Kelly! 🙂 )
Seriously, how cute are these?! Perfect for you little minion!
Goodness, this ended up being a longer list than I thought it would be! If you are looking for ways to stretch your holiday budget further, make sure that you take advantage of sites like Ebates * and ShopatHome * to earn cash back on your online purchases. Another great tool for online shopping is PriceBlink, it will compare the price of a product for you without you having to leave the site you are currently on!
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Lauren @bPatty says
You have found some great gifts for less than $20!
Nobody receiving those would know that they were on a budget list. My husband and I have a HUGE family! So we have to do a budget as well. Anyone who is not a parent, sibling, or child of ours in on a $5 budget. Just like you, we search all year and every year we manage to find some pretty good deals. I think my family would be shocked to know we only spend $5 on each.
I might get that movie for my brother in law, is it any good? He’s into westerns and guns and other stuff I can’t relate to. 🙁
Jessi says
Oh yes! Lone Survivor is awesome! I cannot believe the things he had to survive – it is amazing and I’m sure your brother in law will love it! 🙂
Lauren @bPatty says
Thanks! It might just be our next “date night” movie then too 🙂
BRittany @ Equipping Godly Women says
Great ideas! I love that your husband helped too. I never know what to buy for guys.
Jessi says
Thank you Brittany! I never know what to buy my hubs either…I may have asked him so I’d know what to purchase for him…. 😉
Neyssa says
Love these ideas. Especially the envelope system. I have heard so much about them. I must buy them soon! It would make an amazing gift.
Janell says
Hello, I am dropping by from the Frugal Friday Link Up Party. The minion hats are so cute..I think I will purchase the bracelet for myself…so pretty.
Jessi says
Oh, the bracelet is so awesome! I love mine! 🙂
Missy says
lonr survivor snd anything monogrammed is a great idea! Love this list!
Jessi says
Thank you Missy!
Stefanie @ CalledHis.com says
AWESOME gifts! I know I love seeing my hubby to be in camo 😉 very very cute. I LOVE that first bracelet too, I would be so psyched to recieve that! Pinning 🙂
Jessi says
Oh yes! Men in camo = 🙂