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Cheap Christmas Gift Ideas

Giving a great Christmas gift doesn't have to mean giving your last dollar. Explore our library of cheap Christmas gifts both homemade and store-bought.

Homemade Gifts for Babies

Make baby one of these great homemade Christmas gifts.

Homemade Gifts for Boys - Great Boy Gifts that You Can Make

Find the perfect homemade Christmas gift for every boy on your list.

Homemade Gift Ideas

Trying to stick to a homemade Christmas? Here are loads of homemade gift ideas.

Best Gifts for a Tight Budget

Short on funds and in need of a great gift? Check out these wallet-friendly gift ideas:

Gifts in a Jar

Gifts in a jar are fun to make and cheap to give. Grab a case of jars and give one of these jar gifts a try:

Gifts from the Kitchen

Food gifts are easy on the budget and the taste buds. Give one or more of these tasty gift ideas a try.

10 Sources for Free Christmas Gifts

Wouldn’t it be great if free Christmas gifts were easy to come by? Well, they can be. Put these 10 sources for free gifts to work for you, and you won't worry about your Christmas budget agai

Affordable Gifts for the Whole Family

Shorten your Christmas list and save money by giving family gifts instead of individual gifts.

How to Give Second-hand Gifts without Looking Tacky

Want to give second-hand gifts, but afraid you'll look tacky doing it? Put these strategies to work, and you'll save a ton without looking like a bum:

Buy Gift Cards for Less

Forget about paying full price for gift cards. Here are several ways to get gift cards for less.

Gifts that Save Money

Saving money on a gift is nice, but you know what's nicer? Selecting a gift that will save the recipient money too. Here are 20 such gifts to consider:

Free and Low-Cost Christmas Gifts

Christmas gifts don't have to be pricey to be appreciated--in fact, they don't have to cost anything at all. Here are eight free and low-cost Christmas gifts that you can make:

Best Gifts Under $10

Looking for great $10 and under gifts to treat your budget and your loved one's right? Then, consider these gift ideas:

Best Gifts Under $5

A $5 gift doesn't have to be a cheap gift. Wow the people on your shopping list with these great gifts under $5:

Affordable Holiday Gifts for Everyone on Your List

Looking for affordable holiday gift ideas that won't leave you looking like a cheapskate? Then, you've come to the right place:

Homemade Gifts for Kids

Looking for clever – and affordable – gift ideas for kids? Then, skip the store, and try one of these homemade gift ideas:

Make Wine, Liqueur and Beer to Give as Gifts

Learn how to make your own alcohol from basic ingredients, and enjoy a steady supply of cheap gifts.

Jar Mixes

A collection of jar mix recipes to use in your pantry or as gifts.

The Best Books About Frugal Living

A list of books about frugal living that are worth gifting.

Top Frugal Kitchen Gadgets and Tools

17 frugal kitchen gadgets and tools that are worth gifting.

Frugal Giving

Learn how to donate your glasses, cellphones, computers, hearing aids and ink cartridges to charity.

Knit Christmas Gifts

Free knitting patterns for Christmas projects.

Frugal Gifts for Men

Looking for a frugal gift to please the man in your life? One of these ideas should do the trick:

Cheap Stocking Stuffers for Men

Struggling to come up with stocking stuffers for your guy? Consider these cheap (but thoughtful) ideas:

Gifts for Frugal People

Looking for the perfect gift for a frugal friend or family member? Consider one of these ideas:

Frugal Gifts for Kids

A frugal gift for a kid is a gift that will get used again and again – and often that's not the latest toy or gadget. Check out these can't-put-'em down gift ideas:

Cheap Stocking Stuffers for Women

Treat the woman in your life to a wow-worthy stocking without spending a ton.

Cheap Stocking Stuffers for Kids

Fill up your kids' stockings for less with these cheap stocking stuffer ideas:

Erin's Frugal Favorites

A list of my favorite frugal products. These are the things that I own, use and highly recommend.

Gifts You Can Sew from Fabric Scraps

Put your fabric scraps to good use with these homespun gift ideas.

Homemade Gifts for Men

Interested in making homemade gifts for the men in your life? Check out these ideas:

Homemade Gifts for Girls

Want to wrap up something special for the little girl in your life? Try one of these homemade gift ideas:

Homemade Gifts for Teens

Need a homemade gift that'll wow a teen? Give one of these a try:

Homemade Gifts for Toddlers

Treat your toddler to a terrific homemade gift. Here are a bunch to choose from.

Cheap Last-Minute Christmas Gifts

Need some last-minute Christmas gifts that won't blow your budget? Consider these affordable options.

Homemade Pet Gifts

Recipes for pet food and treats, pet toy how-tos, dog clothing patterns – you'll find these homemade pet gift ideas and many more.

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