Christmas Gifts 2020: 10 Best Gifts Under $50 in Canada

Gift giving is an art worth practicing, but finding the perfect presents to deck the halls of your friends and family members isn’t always easy (especially if you’re stretching a budget to include many loved ones). The secret (and fun!) of holiday gift giving is to put yourself in the shoes of the person you’re shopping for. What would they be so psyched to receive? Within your budget, look for things that the people in your life will love (but would never think to buy for themselves), that they would really use (i.e. that won’t be forgotten by Boxing Day) or that would just make them smile. To get you started, we’ve rounded up 10 great gifts under $50 that the people you love would love to receive this season.

green Tub Kit packaging beside brown jar of bath salts and bath milk

Indigo

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A better bath time

The holiday season is always stressful, but after the year we've all had — chances are that there are plenty of people on your list that could use a little luxe bath. This kit features skin-nourishing, spa-like bath salts and a coconut milk bath — perfect for a solo or partner relaxation soak.

Maude Tub Kit Soaking Salts and Coconut Milk Bath Set, $44 at Indigo.

white electric milk frother beside frothy coffee drink on wooden table

Amazon.ca

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A coffee-shop experience at home

If you're shopping for someone who's working from home — who you know used to live for their morning cappuccino — this gadget can totally elevate their home coffee station (and their morning routine) for the year to come. An electric milk frother can warm, whip or froth milk with the push of a button, which transforms coffee drinks from drip to delicious.

Electric Milk Frother, $43 at Amazon.ca.

Indigo

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Wise words

The words of Canadian poet Rupi Kaur have brought inspiration, reflection and light to many — and Home Body, the author’s latest poetry collection — which is also illustrated by the author — promises to continue to walk readers through a journey.

Home Body by Rupi Kaur, $22 at Indigo.

Indigo

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Something to shake up the season

Of course, not all gifts need to be serious or even practical — sometimes, a special piece of playful holiday decor can bring a sweet memory to someone's season. This whimsically Canadian snowglobe features an ode to poutine, a plaid base and a music box.

Oui Holiday Poutine Musical Snowglobe, $30 at Indigo.

red makeup bag with clean beauty products in front

Sephora

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A clean start

Many people are starting to dip their toes (and lips, and lashes) into the world of clean beauty, but transitioning to these products can be a bit overwhelming. The gift of a few clean makeup essentials (like this Kosas kit featuring a full-size lip balm and lip gloss along with a mini mascara) is a thoughtful way to help them get started.

Kosas Keep It Clean Clean Volumizing Mascara and Hydrating Lip Set, $46 at Sephora.

box with lettering set with calligraphy tools and

Indigo

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Lettering love

Let's face it: we could all use a little relaxation and a low-stress creative outlet right now — and hand-lettering cards, tags and signs is a surprisingly soothing and satisfying hobby. Give your loved one a set that gives them all the tools, supplies and skills that they need to learn the craft. Once mastered, they can use their skills to create thoughtful hand-lettered items for others — the perfect way to pay-it-forward with those giving vibes next year.

Faber-Castell Hand Lettering Set, $40 at Indigo.

Sephora

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KUSH kisses

Dry winter lips are one of those things that seem like no big deal until you find the cure for them — making this trio of luxe, moisturizing lip balms by MILK MAKEUP a gift that you'll love for them (and they'll love you for). Designed to hydrate and condition lips, these balms get a soothing boost from hemp-derived cannabis seed oil and shea, cocoa and mango butters.

MILK MAKEUP Party Pack KUSH Lip Balm Trio, $33 at Sephora.

two bread proofing baskets and a fabric cover

Amazon.ca

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A bread-making basket

If you love a burgeoning baker, gift them a tool to help them make all the warm, rustic loaves of homemade bread they can butter. These banneton baskets are perfect for shaping and supporting bread during proofing — so your loved one ends up with the perfect loaf.

Oval Bread Banneton Proofing Basket 2-Pack, $33 at Amazon.

Amazon.ca

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A paw-some place for pets

Pets are part of the family, so — if your gifting budget allows — try to include them in the holiday with a sweet and snuggly little treat. This adorable pet bed features a cave-inspired hood overtop, making it a cozy place for pets to snooze.

Furhaven Cave Pet Bed, $47 on Amazon.ca.

Amazon.ca

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Map it out

Gift-shopping for a globe-trotting adventurer? While their international wanderlust may be on hold for a while, they can relive their memories and create a one-of-a-kind wall art piece with this map, which lets them scratch off each of the countries that they've visited.

Maps International Scratch The World Travel Map, $28 on Amazon.ca.

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