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25 Secret Santa Presents Under $10 Everyone Actually Wants

'Tis the season to shop on a budget.

Jess Barone

Nov 29, 2017

University of Pittsburgh

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25 Secret Santa Presents Under $10 Everyone Actually Wants

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It's the holiday season which means it is also the season gift giving on a budget. When the idea of secret santa arrises, everyone is always in, but actually coming up with the right gift for your friend is where everyone struggles. Here are 25 presents for your secret santa with a $10 budget!

1. Pajama Pants.

A practical yet very cozy present.

2. Fuzzy socks.

The only type of socks I wear once the temperature drops below 40 degrees.

3. Succulents.

The best gift for anyone with a green thumb.

4. Phone case.

We all know people who either change their phone case everyday or just will not buy a new one until their phone actually breaks.

5. Frame.

Picture perfect memory!

6. Scarf and mittens.

Keeping you warm on the coldest days.

7. Hot chocolate kit.

Some hot cocoa packets and mini marshmallows and you're good to go.

8. Desk decor.

For everyone who loves to decorate but can't buy anything else for them self.

9. Books.

The best excuse to be wrapped in a blanket with a cup of hot chocolate.

10. Stationary.

Who doesn't love or need a cute notebook.

11. Slippers.

Comfy cozy and keeping your feet warm.

12. Necklace.

Quick, easy, and pretty.

13. Bracelet.

Bling Bling.

14. Candle.

I mean who doesn't love all things that smell good?

15. A coffee mug or tea cup.

Can anyone ever have too many mugs?

16. A gift card.

Target, Starbucks, Dunkin', Chipotle. Endless options here.

17. Face mask.

Three words: Treat yo' self.

18. Nail Polish.

All of the colors!

19. Stickers.

The best way to show someone you know them is to buy them some laptop stickers.

20. Buttons/ pins.

For the friend who is always growing their collection on their backpack.

21. Water tumbler or bottle.

You can't go wring with this - everyone needs to stay hydrated.

22. Bath bomb.

The perfect way to unwind from the stressful holiday season.

23. Puzzle.

A group activity that everyone will enjoy.

24. Makeup pouch.

Like shoes, a girl can never have to many makeup bags.

25. Card game.

The perfect activity to keep the party going after gift giving!

Sometimes the easiest presents to think of are the last ones to cross our mind. Hopefully, this list will help everyone figure out the perfect gift for their secret santa. 'Tis the season to show your friends how much you care on a $10 budget!

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'Tis the season to shop on a budget.

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2. Fuzzy socks.

3. Succulents.

4. Phone case.

5. Frame.

6. Scarf and mittens.

7. Hot chocolate kit.

8. Desk decor.

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10. Stationary.

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21. Water tumbler or bottle.

22. Bath bomb.

23. Puzzle.

24. Makeup pouch.

25. Card game.

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