Gifts $20 - Christmas Present (A Time Travel Christmas)

$20 and Under

One of the secrets to successful gift-giving isn't money; it's the thought. So before spending anything, sit down and think a little about what everyone on your gift list likes, wants, needs, does, uses, collects, wears or has complained about during the year.

To help, I've put together a list of gifts you can find at $20 or less. These items are also perfect for stocking stuffers.

Gifts of Time

Sometimes you find you are unable to buy a gift for everyone you know. So instead, why not give them a gift of your time. You can create a beautifully designed "coupon" using your computer and present it to them in a holiday card. What kinds of things can you offer?

Offer to rake leaves, mow the lawn, wash windows or wax the car

Volunteer to caddy, baby-sit, fix or sew something

Visit or run errands for your elderly neighbor or a shut-in

Gift Certificates

Gift certificates (and gift cards) make perfect gifts for those hard to shop for people. Gift certificates can be purchased for movies, video rentals, fast food, automotive services and gas, specialty foods, beauty services, books and more.

For those who say they don't want anything! - Holiday napkin holders -- Brass bookmark -- Warmer plate for coffee mugs -- Napkins or placemat set -- Insulated travel coffee mugs -- Picture frame for desk

House Gifts - Photo Album -- Gourmet red and green jelly beans -- Holiday pot holders or kitchen towels -- Candles -- Padded hangers -- Relaxation or nature tapes -- Photo file box

Presents for Problem People - Comic book or newspaper published the day person was born -- Roll of quarters for a single person for the laundromat -- Pound of pistachios -- Bottle of sparkling wine or cider -- Pound of gourmet coffee

For the Cook - Corkscrew and bottle of wine -- Peppermill with peppercorns -- Pizza cutter

Fun and Leisure -- Cassette tape -- Video rental certificates -- Tape of Christmas music -- Paperback book -- Sport Bloopers Video Tape -- Jigsaw puzzle -- Exercise video -- Movie entertainment books

For the Needleworker -- Special size or special purpose knitting needles -- Tapestry needles -- Small sewing basket -- Home-made sewing kit -- Embroidery hoop or frame

Gifts for Grandparents

Videotape of family - Collage of pictures - Homemade audio cassette with photos to accompany it - T-shirt or mug printed with family picture - Audio cassette of old-time favorites or radio-programs - Books on tape to rent or buy - Stationery and stamps - Easy-grip letter opener - Bookmarks - Coupon organizer

For Teens

CD travel pack - Posters - Prepaid phone cards - Hair accessories - Fold-up purse brush - Diary or journal - Baseball cap - Digital bedside clock - Bike safety light - Fun-saver camera

For Kids

Needlework supplies - craft kits - Fun-saver camera - Music box - Classic board games - Hand-held electronic games

Unexpected Guests?

Flask or decorator bottle of homemade vinegar - Blanket for car - Candles - Picture frame - Cassette or CD

For Mom

Satin-covered hangers - Exercise video - Drawer sachet - Jewelry organizer - Perfume - Shower basket

For Dad

Remote control holder - Belt or tie organizer - Mini car vacuum - Desk puzzles - Organizer tray - Travel alarm clock - Bookends

For the Person who has Everything

Stylish storage box or magazine organizer - Picture hangers and mounting supplies - Stationery - Silver-plated bookmark - Currency converter

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