As Thanksgiving approaches, that means that finals and holiday season are approaching quickly. It’s incredible how 2025 has flown by this year. This means the holiday season is right around the corner.
This year may be a bit difficult with finding gifts that are accessible. There are many different ways to find the perfect gift for that special someone.
When it comes to gifts, it can be very difficult to find the perfect one. We are able to choose whether we want to create a gift or by buying a specific gift that your family or friend has been eyeing for a while.
Gifts To Buy
We have so many different ways to find gifts and also gain ideas for the specific gifts. There are many different ways to find those special gifts for that special person.
The Target website offers a section of gift ideas. It offers gift ideas for anyone that is on your list. There is also another section further down mentioning the “must-have gifts.” The section goes on to show different ideas, and there is even a section for “stocking stuffers” that start at $1.
On the Amazon website, if you search “best gifts 25 and under,” it will offer many different options. Another option is to also use the filter to help you find the best option. A little helpful tip is to make sure to use your Amazon Prime in order to find the best price and also have shipping arrive sooner.
Small Businesses
If you are looking for a gift that’s a bit more special for your family, friends or both, Etsy is a great idea to find that special gift. Etsy is the place to also support small businesses.
More ways to support small businesses is by visiting farmers markets. These markets can happen year-round or every day, depending on the location. In order to find out the days specific markets are occurring, you can check on Google by searching for “farmers markets locations near me.”
Christmas Baskets
Another small idea for a gift is creating a small gift basket. If you have heard of “Boo Baskets,” you can also create “Christmas baskets.” In the baskets, you can add different items that would be needed during the winter months.
If buying that specific gift is more of a desire to create something, you can always create something. On YouTube and TikTok, just by searching “diy gift ideas” or “gift ideas,” you are able to find some great ideas to either make yourself or get an idea of what to buy.
Gift Cards
When it comes to finding that perfect gift for someone, it can be hard, especially during a hard time like the holidays. There are always ways to find a perfect gift, but if it does get a bit difficult finding the perfect gift, then you can always buy a gift card.
Book Bouquet
Everyone has a book lover, friend or family. One perfect gift for the book lovers can be a book bouquet. Figure out your friend or family’s favorite book series and create a book bouquet from that series or create a book bouquet of the books that you would know that they would like.
There are always options that we tend to forget sometimes. These ideas don’t have to be used during the holiday season. They can also be used at any time of the year.
Are you ready for this holiday season? Let us know @HerCampusSJSU.