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Thoughtful gifts for under $20: go beyond the Gift Card

Updated on March 18, 2014

Ideas for Christmas, Birthdays, Mother's or Father's Day, or Anniversaries

Welcome to the site for Everything Economical and Thoughtful Gifts to make your life easier! These days, it seems like everyone is trying to be thriftier and save money. Christmas can be a difficult time, but it's still possible to have a good one on a budget.

There are lots of gifts you can give that are thoughtful, frugal and don't require that much effort for busy people. Here are my top picks to help you be the person that gives that thoughtful gift that people actually like. So have no fear or stress about buying your next birthday, Christmas or Anniversary present. There's something here that is sure to please everyone, man or woman, young or old. And you can even order it online from Amazon at this sight, to save you even more time. It will be delivered straight to your door!

Candles: a thrifty, but appreciated gift for any occasion

Richland® Votive Candles White Unscented 10 Hour Burn Set of 72
Richland® Votive Candles White Unscented 10 Hour Burn Set of 72
An excellent gift for those that appreciate a nice atmosphere at their house. These candles are long-lasting and smell delicious!
 

Coffee Beans: the perfect gift for the coffee fanatic

Cafe Altura Whole Bean Organic Coffee, Sumatra Dark Roast, 2 Pound
Cafe Altura Whole Bean Organic Coffee, Sumatra Dark Roast, 2 Pound
This is the perfect gift for the coffee lover that you know.
 

A Picture Frame with a meaningful picture - A gift that will be on display for years

Malden International Designs 697-80 Picture Frame, 8x10, Dark Walnut
Malden International Designs 697-80 Picture Frame, 8x10, Dark Walnut
This is an excellent, thoughtful cheap gift. Just find a nice picture that you have of you and the friend or family member.
 

An Indoor Herb Garden

12 Culinary Herb Seeds Assortment - Non-GMO Herb Garden Starter Set - Grow Cooking Herbs: Parsley, Thyme, Cilantro, Basil, Dill, Oregano, Sage & More
12 Culinary Herb Seeds Assortment - Non-GMO Herb Garden Starter Set - Grow Cooking Herbs: Parsley, Thyme, Cilantro, Basil, Dill, Oregano, Sage & More
Give them this pack of 12 seeds, along with some small pots and soil. This will be a welcome addition to any cook's kitchen window sill.
 

Gourmet Popcorn

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Chinese Checkers: a classic game that everyone loves

XC5865WD10 Artisan Deluxe Wooden Chinese Checkers
XC5865WD10 Artisan Deluxe Wooden Chinese Checkers
An excellent gift for a family. This is a classic game.
 

Pepper and Salt Grinder

iTouchless Automatic Electric Salt and Pepper Grinder Set – Battery Operated – Adjustable Coarseness – LED Light, 1 Set (2 Count), Stainless Steel
iTouchless Automatic Electric Salt and Pepper Grinder Set – Battery Operated – Adjustable Coarseness – LED Light, 1 Set (2 Count), Stainless Steel
Have you noticed that a friend or family member is using pre-ground pepper or salt? Get them the gourmet version so they can grind their own. So much more delicious.
 

$20 Amazon Gift Card - Delievered via email

$10 for $20 Amazon.com Gift Card (Email Delivery) -- Enter your promotional code at checkout to claim your Kindle special offer $10 discount
$10 for $20 Amazon.com Gift Card (Email Delivery) -- Enter your promotional code at checkout to claim your Kindle special offer $10 discount
Need a gift for the person with everything? Get them an Amazon Gift Card so they can choose whatever they'd like.
 

$20 Itunes Gift Card - for the media lover

Amazon.com $20 Gift Card (0141)
Amazon.com $20 Gift Card (0141)
The ultimate gift for the music lover that you know. They can pick the hot new release to add to their collection. Or do you know someone with an Ipad or Iphone? They can find a few new apps that they want.
 
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