Gift Basket Ideas Under $20

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Gift Baskets are great for Christmas presents! Here are 9 Gift Basket Ideas for Under $20 Each!

It’s that time of year where we are preparing for the holiday, Christmas! Many people say it is their favorite holiday, and why wouldn’t it be?! So many traditions are shared. It’s a time when family comes together, delicious food is made and consumed, and you gather around the tree to open a present from good ol’ St. Nicholas and exchange gifts with one another. This year I was able to do some early Christmas shopping. My favorite way to prepare gifts is by making gift baskets. Gift baskets are easy to personalize for any individual, whether it be a husband or wife, a boyfriend or girlfriend, aunt or uncle, a niece or nephew, or just a friend. They are the perfect gift for anyone, really!

What do you put in a gift basket?

Are you wanting to give a gift basket as a gift but simply don’t know what to put it in?! Or maybe you are wondering if it’s even possible to do give gift baskets on a budget? I’m here to tell you – ABSOLUTELY! My favorite solution to give gifts while being frugal is good gift basket ideas that are under $20!

For these gift baskets, I only shopped at two stores – Walmart and Dollar Tree. I have put the amount without any tax included. Please note, the expense of each item may vary at Walmart stores.

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Here are 9 different gift basket ideas for everyone which are under $20:

Spa Gift Basket

When buying a gift basket for the girl who has everything you can’t go wrong with a spa gift basket. Receiving this simple, yet fun spa gift basket will be sure to be a wonderful present for younger and older ladies alike.

Basket Expense: $9.00
Included in the basket: Dollar Tree – Wire Basket, Shredded Paper, Emery Boards, Bath Bombs, Foot Scrubber, Glass Jar, Cotton Balls, 2 Nail Polishes.

Tea Gift Basket

A gift basket of tea is a wonderful gift for any tea lover. Throw in a decorative kitchen towel, adorable coasters, and bath bombs to finish off the experience tea brings – total relaxation.

Basket Expense: $11.28
Included in the basket: Dollar Tree – Basket, Kitchen Towel, 3 Coasters, Bath Bombs, Nail Polish, Coffee Mug Walmart – Tazo Tea

Ice Cream Toppings Gift Basket

Who doesn’t like ice cream, right? This DIY ice cream basket is sure to please! For an added cuteness factor, you can add an adorable label that reads – “Just add Ice Cream!”

Basket Expense: $11.78
Included in the basket: Dollar Tree – Basket, Shredded Paper Walmart – Chocolate Syrup, Caramel Syrup, Sugar Cones, Maraschino Cherries, Ice Cream Sprinkles

Coffee Gift Basket

This is a coffee gift basket idea for the win! If you’re looking for what to put in a coffee gift basket you have come to the right place! This adorable, but frugal (Yay, dollar tree!) wire basket includes an adorable coffee-themed fridge magnet, Colombian coffee (a deliciously frugal coffee option in my opinion), a coffee mug and some dove chocolates to top it off!

Basket Expense: $12.45
Included in the basket: Dollar Tree – Wire Basket, Shredded Paper, Coffee Break Reminder Magnet, Coffee Mug Walmart – Coffee, Dove Chocolates

For Her Gift Basket

Looking for a great gift basket for her under $20? Here is a great option for her to enjoy. Bath bombs and nail polish, her favorite scented candle to enjoy while she’s taking that relaxed bath, some chocolate favorites and an ornament to top it off. To make this frugal “For her gift basket” more romantic, add a little coupon that states you will be giving her the night off so she can have a relaxed evening all to herself.

Basket Expense: $14.98
Included in the basket: Dollar Tree – Wire Basket, Shredded Paper, Nail Polish, Bath Bombs, Ornament Walmart – Candle, Ferraro Rocher Chocolates

For Him Gift Basket

Wondering what to get your man, but on a budget? A comfy For Him Gift Basket under 20 is the way to go. This gift basket is perfect for the man who enjoys a good cup of cocoa (or coffee) and card playing to help him relax and enjoy his evenings.

Basket Expense: $14.98
Included in the basket: Dollar Tree – Basket, Shredded Paper, Coffee Mug, Cards, Hot Chocolate Walmart – Slippers

Rainy Day Gift Basket

Trying to not give your ordinary gift basket? Here is a unique gift basket idea that won’t cost a ton! A rainy day gift basket with a planner, some chocolates, an adorable ornament and a “rainy day” starter fund to boot!

Basket Expense: $15.94
Included in the basket: Dollar Tree –Wire Basket, Shredded Paper, “Rainy Day” Piggy Bank Jar, 2020 Planner/Address Book Walmart – Lindt’s Assorted Chocolates Other – $5 Cash

Wine Gift Basket

I always see those adorable wine gift baskets, but they always seem to be so expensive. When you’re on a budget those expensive wine baskets just aren’t doable. but this can be done with a DIY wine gift basket! To make this a little more “adult,” you can omit the sparkling wine, mug, vinegar and oil bottles – purchase a cheap bottle of wine and couple dollar tree wine glasses, and voila!

Basket Expense: $19.45
Included in the basket: Dollar Tree –Basket, Coffee Mug, Kitchen Towel, Small Jar, Strike Matches, Oil and Vinegar Spout Jars Walmart – Sparkling Juice Mocktail, Cutting Board, Knife, Candle.

Optional Additions Not Included in Price: A fancy cheese – you can get an inexpensive variety from Aldi. A bottle of wine rather than sparkling wine. 😉

Cozy Gift Basket

I honestly love practical gifts and this is one of my favorites! A warm and cozy gift basket with a big plush blanket, good-smelling candle, and bath bombs included!

Basket Expense: $19.94
Included in the basket: Dollar Tree – Basket, Shredded Paper, Bath Bombs, Ribbon Walmart – Plush Blanket, Candle

Merry Christmas and happy shopping!