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101 frugal christmas present ideas

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In possibly the most random order ever (i.e. the way it came out of my head) plonkee money proudly presents 101 frugal christmas present ideas for your perusal:

  1. candles
  2. notecards and pen
  3. posh chocolates
  4. costume jewellery
  5. fancy socks
  6. photo album
  7. photo frame with a special photo in
  8. torch / flashlight
  9. film camera
  10. cd(s)
  11. dvd (especially retro/classic)
  12. potted plant
  13. bubble bath
  14. glow in the dark rubber duck
  15. cufflinks
  16. tie
  17. scarf
  18. gloves
  19. hat
  20. jigsaw puzzle
  21. magazine subscription
  22. book
  23. scrapbooking supplies
  24. hair ribbons and things
  25. mirror compact
  26. jewellery box
  27. gardening hand tools
  28. travel toiletries
  29. Christmas tree ornament
  30. speciality beers
  31. bottle of cava (or wine of your choice)
  32. tin of shortbread
  33. sparkly lip balm or lip gloss
  34. small manicure set
  35. vase
  36. lap blanket
  37. journal
  38. gourmet coffee
  39. penknife
  40. multi-tool
  41. matchbox car
  42. shower radio
  43. alarm clock
  44. mp3 player
  45. umbrella
  46. mug
  47. festive cookie cutters
  48. home made baked goods
  49. memory stick
  50. perfume atomiser
  51. tie clip
  52. gourmet oils and vinegars
  53. selection of teas
  54. board game
  55. classic /retro video games
  56. hot water bottle and cover
  57. pyjama case
  58. mini tool kit
  59. windscreen scraper and de-icer
  60. car wash kit
  61. pair of wine glasses
  62. shawl
  63. cafetiere / french press
  64. embroidered handkerchiefs
  65. wind chimes
  66. small sewing repair kit
  67. shoe polish kit
  68. personalised golf balls
  69. letter writing set
  70. business card case
  71. money clip
  72. paperweight
  73. hip flask
  74. wallet
  75. travel pillow
  76. passport wallet and luggage tags
  77. mobile
  78. small lego kit
  79. napkin rings
  80. table cloth / table runner
  81. holiday dish
  82. nutcracker and nuts
  83. baboushka doll
  84. grow your own herbs kit
  85. Christmassy dish towels / oven gloves
  86. small cross stitch kit
  87. decorative soaps
  88. diary
  89. address book
  90. pencil case and colouring pencils
  91. geometry set
  92. wrist watch
  93. crossword / sudoku book
  94. my little pony (or similar)
  95. bird feeder
  96. universal tv remote
  97. corkscrew
  98. playing cards and a book of card games
  99. small purse / handbag
  100. ipod / mobile phone accessories
  101. usb fan
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11 Responses to “101 frugal christmas present ideas”

  1. guinness416 on November 6th, 2007 1:50 pm

    I was frantically searching for hot water bottle, and there it is, number 56. The hot water bottles L and I have received from my parents the last few years are probably the most-used Xmas gifts we’ve received in our adult lives! Lap blankets are great too.

  2. Pinyo on November 6th, 2007 2:30 pm

    Great list of gift ideas. I a little short on cash this year, so this list will come in handy.

  3. Dawn on November 6th, 2007 4:13 pm

    Way Fun List!
    Thanks, I needed some new ideas for this year!

  4. Monica on November 6th, 2007 8:19 pm

    Yes, hot water bottles are great! Last year I gave someone a hot water bottle cover that I knitted (I knew they already had a bottle). I used this pattern: http://www.yarnagogo.com/bawk_hot_water_bottle_coz/

    Many of your ideas are really good. #21 - magazine subscription. I like giving magazine subscriptions because they keep coming throughout the year. Also, it’s good when I don’t know much about the person’s hobby so I can’t buy them equipment for it (hunting or cooking or crochet or video games or whatever).

  5. E.C. on November 7th, 2007 12:12 am

    Now I’m left wondering where I can get a glow-in-the-dark rubber duck.

  6. plonkee on November 7th, 2007 8:52 am

    I got one last year for Christmas, they can be found here: pool and spa rubber duck

  7. Nichole on November 8th, 2007 6:42 pm

    Hosting a Frugal Christmas!!!
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  8. shela on November 9th, 2007 12:59 am

    Along with notecards (item 2), how about a packet of postage stamps instead of a pen? Most people have pens around the house, but they may not have enough stamps.

    Many of these items would also make great housewarming gifts!I will have to save this list for future reference.

    BTW the glow-in-the-dark duck made me laugh!

  9. izing on November 10th, 2007 7:03 pm

    Great list! :) I’ve used many of these ideas in the past and I’ll use more in the future.

  10. Laura H on November 13th, 2007 4:12 pm

    Great list, I’ve created a similar list of 101 Christmas Gifts specifically for Men (and for the less frugal!)

    It took me aggggggggggeeeesss to put together so please have a look and tell me what you think?

    http://digg.com/offbeat_news/101_Brilliant_Christmas_Present_Ideas_for_Men

  11. Kim on November 21st, 2007 6:14 pm

    Great List!!! I am in search of ideas like this over at my blog.

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