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Gifts for (Almost) Everyone on Your List

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at App State chapter.

Christmas shopping can be so time consuming, frustrating and expensive. Lists can be long and college budgets are small. Here are some easy gifts that won’t break the bank, but are sure to be a hit with all of your loved ones, some are even handmade!

 

Boyfriend:

Guys are so easy to shop for… NOT. Try some of these ideas for your man this season: 

Guinness Reindeer (aka Rein-beer) for those over 21.

Photojojo iPhone Lenses.It’s the perfect gift if he’s into photography. 

 

Chocolate Pretzel Bites. Everyone knows the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. 

 

Mom: 

Give your mom a gift she’ll actually use this Christmas: 

Spa Basket. Fill a basket with new towels, bath products, chamomile tea and her favorite chocolates. 

Tile Tracking Tags. These can help mom keep track of anything and everything. The best part? They’re under $30. 

Handmade Apron. Everything is better with glitter, right? The quotes are iron on and super easy! 

 

Dad: 

Tired of giving your dad a tie for every holiday? Try these new, fresh ideas: 

Charging station. He is always looking for the newest, coolest “gadget!”

Grooming set. This mini shaving set is perfect for vacations or business trips. 

Football Cocktail Shaker. It combines two of his favorite things. 

 

Sister: 

Sisters are fun to shop for. Remember to buy something she’ll like and not something you plan to steal from her later on!

Statement cuff. She’ll love to flash this on the weekends or even in the office. 

Cool yoga mat. Your sis will be the most stylish yoga practitioner of all. 

DIY bath soaks. They are homemade, inexpensive, and have lots of skin benefits. A win-win all around!

 

Brother: 

Almost as hard to buy for as your boyfriend… Almost. 

DIY Cap Magnet board. It’s perfect for any room or man cave!

A belt rack. Whether or not he’ll admit he needs it, he’ll definitely get a lot of use out of this gift!

Grill Rubs. Give him this, and then reap the benefit later on. 

 

Best friend: 

Pick only the best for your best this season!

OPI Mini Merries polish collection. These wonderful glitter polishes are both festive and fun. 

Stationary. It’s perfect for all of the thank you cards she’ll be writing!

Massage kit. This is perfect for the girl who doesn’t have the time to spare for the spa, but deserves a treat. 

 

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