Gift Ideas for Teens and College Students

Gift Ideas for Teens and College Students

30 Ideas for Best Gifts for Teens and Best Gifts for College Students

Shopping for teens and college students can be fun and challenging. It seems that the older kids get, the smaller and more expensive the presents are. I remember needing two rolls of wrapping paper to wrap a giant plastic car for my toddlers. Now I sometimes need barely a square of wrapping paper and the gift costs 5 times what the giant plastic car cost. But, if you know where to look, there are many gifts for this age group that do not need a charging cable. Read through this list of Best Gifts for Teens and Best Gifts for College Students for awesome present ideas that will not break the bank.

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Best Gifts for Teens and College Students: Gift Ideas for Teenage Boys and College Guys

Teenage boys can be SO HARD to buy for. Here are some unique gift ideas for teenage boys.

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If your teen or college student (boy or girl) does not have a pair of AirPods, I promise you they want them.

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Nice workout socks like these from Bombas will be worn everyday whether they are working out, lounging around, or every day with tennis shoes.

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11 in 1 Wallet Multitool

This 11 in 1 Wallet Multitool would make a good stocking stuffer for all of the men in your life. It’s a screwdriver, bottle opener, cutting tool, wrench, and more.

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Hydroflask has figured out what other makers of stainless steel water bottles have not by making the opening large enough for ice cubes. These stainless steel bottle are the best! Our family loves them. (The girls love them too!)

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Bath and Body Gift sets like this one from Kiehl’s will definitely be used. Every guy needs soap and shaving cream. Having nice products will make them feel good and confident.

Best Gifts for Teens and College Students: Gift Ideas for College Students, Teenage Boys, and Teenage Girls 

Here are some fun ideas for all of the teens and college students on your list

exploding kittens card game

Exploding Kittens is a “game of the year” award winner and is the perfect holiday gift if you’re looking for a board game for adults and teens. It is a highly-strategic, kitty-powered version of Russian roulette. 

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Phones never have enough battery and a portable phone charger is a must. Mine has saved me more times than I can count.

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An air lounger is perfect for the backyard, the beach, the quad on campus, or the family room. My daughter had one she used to take to track meets. You do not have to blow these up. Just swing through the air and fold into position.

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Help them keep their phone where they can see it so they are not fumbling around the car for it. Whether they are using the GPS or listening to music, a car phone vent mount will make their day.

weighted blanket

A weighted blanket was the most fought over item by the teens and college students at a large family dirty Santa last year.

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We have life hammers in all of our cars. These hammers can help you escape your car in an emergency. They will cut a seat belt and break a car window

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Everyone needs a new pair of house shoes. House shoes keep your feet warm in the winter and are great to slip on in the dorm to keep your feet off the perhaps less-than-super-clean floors.  

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Do they like movies? Challenge them to see the top 100 movies of all time with this movie bucket list scratch off poster.

miss peregrine's peculiar children boxed set

A boxed set of books like this Miss Peregrine’s Peculiar Children set will be a welcome gift for a winter day.

Best Gift Ideas for College Girls and Teenage Girls

The girls are easier and often more fun to buy for – there are so many possibilities.

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Any college girl would LOVE this steamer. My husband and I have one of these in our bathroom. It is AMAZING. Wrinkles gone in a flash without setting up an ironing board. (Some of the guys might appreciate it as well. My sons think they are good with a bottle of Downey Spray….)

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My daughter and I both love our real acrylic makeup storage units. Real acrylic ones are sturdy and last for years (instead of months with cheap plastic ones). 

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Love these new travel jewelry cases by Stackers. Any woman in your life would love one of these!

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I love everything made by The Rifle Paper Company – gorgeous covers and thick, bleed-free paper. I have this set of notebooks. They each have a topic for my notes and journaling. Any girl would feel special to whip one of these out in class.

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A beautiful and fun set of gel pens would go great with the Rifle Paper Notebooks.

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Teens and college girls are always taking their makeup places – to a friend’s house or back and forth from college. A new makeup bag would fit the bill. I like how this one has a separate zip pouch at the bottom for brushes or whatever she would like to separate from her other items.

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Everyone needs a felt letter board. These are so fun for commemorating events in pictures. (See my daughter holding one on her first day of school here.) They are also fun for encouraging messages!

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“Meh” is one of the many things I hear my daughter say that I was not aware were words. May as well put it on a coffee mug.

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How about a high school bucket list book? 97 Things to do Before You Finish High School sounds like an instagram worthy project.

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Give her an easy way to spend some time with God with this 3 Minute Devotions Guide.

Subscription Care Packages for Teens and College Students

 Give the gift that gives all year. A monthly or quarterly subscription box. Every month or quarter the gift recipient will receive a box from the subscription service filled with goodies for them to enjoy.

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Craft subscription boxes are fun for those wanting a creative outlet. Craft in Style boxes feature new projects, easy instructions, all the supplies, and free gifts along the way! Crafts vary from terrariums, clay marbling, candles, gold gilding, sun print photography + more. All boxes can be customized for you.

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healthy snacks care package

A healthy snack subscription box would be a wonderful treat for a college student who is short on cash and healthy options for snacking. Boxes from the Healthy Snacks Club are available through Crate Joy.

Do you have ideas for the Best Gifts for Teens and the Best Gifts for College Students? Share your best gifts for teens and best gifts for college students in the comment section below.

 

Gift Ideas for Planner Lovers

Gift Ideas for Planner Lovers

15 Gift Ideas for Planner Lovers

 

Raise your hand if you love planners or know someone who loves planners?

My hand is high in the air! I love all things planners – the planner itself, stickers, colored pens, notebooks, and more.

If you love planners and are making your gift list or are buying for someone who loves planners, read along for Gift Ideas for Planner Lovers!

15 Gift Ideas for Planner Lovers

Gift Ideas for Planner Lovers

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Stocking Stuffer Gift Ideas for Planner Lovers 

Gift Ideas for Teens and College Students
roller markers to make fancy lines

Are these not the coolest markers ever?!!? They have a roller on one end to make fun patterns and a normal fine tip marker on the other end.

gray velvet pencil holder

This lush velvet pencil holder with a Hello Kitty zipper pull would be appreciated by anyone who wants to keep their writing instruments together in a purse, tote, or backpack.

folio of hello kitty sticky notes

Give them some fun with a folio of Hello Kitty Sticky Notes.

gold pen with triangle shaped blue box

I love this Erin Condren Gold Pen. It is not only beautiful, but also a gel pen. Writing with a gel pen is easier on the hands (I have arthritis in my fingers!!) than a ball point and the writing looks luxurious when you are finished.

set of 15 colorful magnetic bookmarks

How about some magnetic bookmarks to drop in your planner lover’s stocking? A set of these 15 bookmarks are only $4.99!

set of 3 pencils with lead and eraser refills

Some things need to be penciled in and a set of beautiful pencils with lead and eraser refills will be  favorite gift. At $9.99 this set can’t be beat.

small planner

Sometimes you need a pocket planner to keep with you at all times to record things on the fly. Erin Condren makes planners that are only 3.5″x6.25″ just for this purpose.

paper mate ink joy pens

Papermate Ink Joy Pens are my absolute go to pens of choice. They have so many beautiful colors and are so easy to use.

More Gift Ideas for Planner Lovers

acyrlic block perpetual calendar

Isn’t this fun? This acryclic block perpetual calendar would look super on any desk!

daily calendar pad

You can schedule your entire week and to-do lists with a Weekly Planning Deskpad.

Erin Condren spiral notebook

You would not believe how amazing an Erin Condren coiled notebook is. I am using one to plan an event. The pages are the thickest I have ever seen and you can choose from several layouts.

white board wall calendar

We are all about white boards at our house. Isn’t this white board wall calendar the best?!! It is completely customizable and has tons of options and accessories.

gray planner tote bag

This stylish planner tote is perfect for someone always on the go and needing access to their planner.

Erin Condren planner bundle of products

You know she deserve it. Get her the whole planner bundle!

Whether you are making a wish list for yourself or buying for someone else, the Erin Condren 2020 Holiday Collection has it all! They have tons of gorgeous products and gift ideas for planner lovers. Many are under $25.  

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Stocking Stuffers for Teenagers and College Students

Stocking Stuffers for Teenagers and College Students

Stocking Stuffers for Teenagers and College Students

 

I have been buying stocking stuffers for teenagers and college students for over 10 years. I have bought every stocking stuffer known to man and have figured out which ones the kids like and which ones they don’t. We have also started a few family traditions, like 2 of the kids want a baggette in their stockings every year. Weird, I know, but we have an amazing bread bakery near us and my kids want their own baggettes for Christmas!!

Read on for my best stocking stuffer ideas for teenagers and college students!

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Stocking Stuffers for Teenagers and College Students

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BANANAGRAMS GAME

My family and kids love the Bananagrams game. We play it a lot over the Christmas holidays. It is a great stocking stuffer because, well, it fits in a stocking and your college student can easily pack it to take back to school. 

 

 

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Give them gloves they won’t have to remove to text – these touchscreen gloves! They are so reasonably priced you can buy them for the whole family. They come in S-XL and in a variety of colors. I just bought a whole mess of them for myself and as stocking stuffers. (I am already wearing mine. They are AWESOME – they are thick and warm and I can actually use my iphone with them!!)

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Are you (or they) nostalgic for their Lego days? These cute Lego ornaments are fun to quickly put together and hang on the tree to commemorate the year.

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LIP BALM

Everyone needs lip balm and they need one for their desk, their purse, their car, their bathroom drawer, their coat pocket…..

 

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A Tile Bluetooth Tracker because “Where did I put my keys?” 

 

 

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A 4 in 1 Pocket Screwdriver is a great thing for a college student to have in their dorm room.

 

 

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Give them a Christmas Mad Libs book for some silly fun with family and friends. 

 

 

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It is much easier to keep a good grip on a phone with a finger ring stand. It can also be used to prop up the phone.
travel sewing kit

A travel sewing kit will help them fix a button or ripped hem in their dorm room or apartment.

set of reusable straws

The kids want to save the planet and these reusable straws will help them do it. Our daughter gave me some and I like them! Easy to clean and drinks taste great.

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 Travel kits are great to have to throw in your luggage especially for quick trips to grandma’s or other holiday travel.

 

 

 

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Pretty journals will fit right in a stocking.

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I am all about Bombas Socks. Our whole family wears them. They have awesome no-slip no shows, calf socks, ski socks, and even these Sesame Street 50th Anniversary socks for both guys and girls.
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They think they don’t need a flashlight because they have one in their phone, but I get my kids flashlights anyway for their bedside tables and glove compartments for emergencies. A small powerful light can come in super handy.
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A nail polish set like this one from Deborah Libman and a spa gift card will put her over the moon.
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The girls will love a soak in the tub on a winter day with a fragrant bath bomb.

 

 

 

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If they are going to be instagram presentable, they need proper lighting for their selfies. This USB rechargeable selfie ring fits on a phone or computer to brighten up any photo or video.
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Great shaving kits like this one from Kiehl’s are always appreciated.

 

 

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An ice scraper is a necessity in some areas especially if they have to park outside. This very reasonably priced one will slide right down in their stockings and will replace the one they lost or broke last year. It comes in a variety of colors.
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A laptop keyboard lamp makes working in a dark room easier – great for not disturbing a sleeping roommate.
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A wet brush is by far the best way to detangle wet hair. Anyone with long or hard to untangle hair will appreciate one of these.
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An ornament to commemorate the year or a special event in their lives is a fun and special gift. And you can now get Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments on Amazon – how cool is that?
note pals sticky tabs

These Note Pals Sticky Tabs will make marking important information in a textbook more fun

pepper spray

Keep them safe on campus with a pepper spray key chain.

What are your ideas for stocking stuffers for teenagers and college students? Comment below. 

 

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Christmas Gifts for Women

Christmas Gifts for Women

Christmas Gifts for Women

 

Women can be easy to buy for or they can be hard to buy for – depending on the woman! I have curated a list of Christmas gifts for women that will give you lots of unique gift ideas whether you need gifts for women in their 40s or gifts for women over 50 or really, any woman. Because It’s not about her age. It’s about knowing the woman.

What does she love? What does she really dislike? What does she think is cheesy? What are her hobbies and interests?

Read the Christmas Gifts for Women guide below for ideas in many categories.

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Christmas Gifts for Women

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Christmas Gifts for Women Who Love to Read

Invisible Girl by Lisa Jewell

This is gonna sound crazy, but if she loves to read, get her a book. Lisa Jewell has a new book called Invisible Girl. I have read most of her books and loved them! Here is a link to the current best sellers on Amazon for more ideas.

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This is a fun idea – a book seat/travel pillow. Great for reading in bed or saving your hands if they have carpal tunnel or arthritis. 

bookstore scented candle

Nothing a reader likes better than a winter day, curled up under a blanket, reading and having this soothing new bookstore scented candle burning.

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This is cool – a book weight to hold the book open while you read.

Gifts for Women Who Love to Workout

running belt

Women who love to work out need a no bounce running belt especially if they run outside.

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She also cannot have enough stainless steel water bottles – like this Hydroflask.

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Working out is great for you, but it also causes soreness. Give her a foam roller to work out those sore muscles.

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A new yoga mat for the yogi. Yoga mats like all exercise equipment have been in low supply during the pandemic.

Stocking Stuffers for Women Who Love to Work Out

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The awesome Invisibobble hair ties have a strong hold, will not damage hair, or get sweat-soaked.

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Keep her safe when she is running or biking at night with these LED slap-it bracelets.

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The absolute latest Apple AirPods are now noise cancelling. I include them as a stocking stuffer because they are small, but they would make a great gift for anyone on your list.

package of fitness stickers

This pack of 946 Fitness stickers for her planner will make planning her workouts, keeping a food diary, and reaching her goals even more fun.

Gifts for Women Who Love to Craft

Cricut Explore Air 2 and supplies

Any woman who likes crafting needs one of these babies – a Cricut machine. I got an Explore Air 2 Cricut last year for Christmas and I LOVE IT. I make cards, labels, care package items, and more. I am thinking about adding a Cricut Joy this year.

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Martha Stewart’s latest book, The Martha Manual, will give her hours to sit by the Christmas fire and dream up new projects.

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How about this Super Amazing Craft Storage Cart or any of the high quality craft storage items from the Container Store.

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Every serious (and not so serious) crafter needs a self-healing cutting mat for rotary or utility knife cutting to avoid damaging other surfaces.

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Combine her love of crafting with her love of the word with this  Journaling Bible.

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And if you give a crafting gal a Journaling Bible, then she is going to need the a Bible Journaling Kit to go with it.

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And the Bible Journaling Workbook for ideas.

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And this Happy Hand Lettering Guide as well.

Gifts for Women who Love a Pretty Desktop

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I love everything Rifle Paper Company and these journals are no exception. I have a set that I take notes in, using each one for a different topic.

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These Rose Gold Office Supplies will brighten her desk and her mood as she works.

pom pom paper clips

She absolutely needs tassel paper clips to organize groups of paper.

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AND she needs these Rifle Paper Company Binder Clips to go with everything else.

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LONGCHAMP TOTE

Longchamp Totes are the ultimate travel totes.

 

monogrammed luggage tag and passport cover

Plan a trip for 2021 with a monogrammed passport cover and luggage tag

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If she is running through (or sitting for hours) in airports, she is going to need a portable charger. It is so much better to have your own charging device than fight for a plug with every other traveler in a crowded waiting area.

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Travel makeup bags get dirty quickly. If she is on the road a lot, she may need an upgrade. I love this travel makeup bag with a separate compartment in the bottom for brushes.

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GLOVES

Everyone needs a pair of gloves to replace the ones they lost last year.

 

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A 365 Day Perpetual Calendar for her desk or bathroom counter will be an encouragement that lasts the entire year.

 

 

 

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TILE BLUETOOTH TRACKERS

A Tile Bluetooth Tracker because “Where did I put my keys?”

 

 

 

 

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BATH BOMBS

A soak in the tub on a winter day with a fragrant bath bomb is heaven

 

 

 

 

zella joggers

Whether we want to or not we are all spending a lot of time in athleisure wear. These Zella joggers will spice up her work at home wardrobe!

 

 

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An Essential Oil Diffuser will help her relax and brighten up her room.

 

 

gift box with succulent and supplies

Here’s something you might not have thought of…. a subscription to a succulent of the month box.

 

clear box of dark chocolate caramels

Dark Chocolate Caramels – Mmmmm…..

 

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PAJAMAS

The best part of winter is fun, cozy pajamas. And there is no such thing as too many.

 

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Classic Hunter Boots are the best in bad weather.

 

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Cozy slippers for the winter are a must. I get a new pair every year because I absolutely wear them out!

 

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SILK PILLOW CASE

How about a luxurious Silk Pillowcase?

 

 

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CASHMERE SCARF

A beautiful Cashmere Scarf. Nordstrom has many reasonably priced cashmere items.

 

monogrammed slate tray

This monogrammed slate tray is some kinda gorgeous and perfect for making a charcuterie board.

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TRIO OF REED DIFFUSERS

This trio of petite Reed Diffusers will give her a diffuser for several rooms.

 

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SCENTED CANDLES

Beautiful scented candles freshen up any room.

 

 

 

 

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What are you wanting or buying for others for Christmas this year? Comment below.

 

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7 Best Holiday Planners

7 Best Holiday Planners

7 Best Holiday Planners 

Start your engines. It’s list making season.

Gift lists. Meal lists. Grocery lists. Budget lists. Event lists. Lists. Lists. Lists.

Every list reflects decisions made. How much to spend. What to cook. What to buy.

And of course, the most important decision is whether to create all of these lists on paper or your phone, computer, or tablet. (Or a combination.) This is a BIG decision.

I am a combo gal. There is no way I am adding up a column of numbers by hand no matter how cute the piece of paper is where I wrote the numbers down. I normally make my grocery list on the Alexa app, but Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner grocery lists are more complicated and need a piece of paper divided by section in the store.

No matter how you like to plan you can find your ideal planner in this list of 10 Best Holiday Planners.

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7 Best Holiday Planners

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Best Free Holiday Planners

BEST FREE PRINTABLE HOLIDAY PLANNER:

Stress Less this Christmas with a FREE Printable Planner designed by Tammy Rotzell of Footprints of Inspiration. 

BEST FREE DIGITAL HOLIDAY PLANNER:

If you are digital all the way, check out this FREE holiday planning template designed to work with a FREE AirTable Account.

Best Holiday Planners

best holiday planners - the christmas project

BEST HOLIDAY PLANNER FOR ORGANIZING BY PROJECT

The Christmas Project by Kathi Lipp

I love how The Christmas Project is organized into projects with step-by-step directions for getting organized and having your best Christmas season.

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BEST PRICED COMBO THANKSGIVING AND CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY PLANNER

This beautiful Holiday Planner Bundle is currently on sale for $4.90!!!

 

Gorgeous printable Christmas planner

MOST GORGEOUS HOLIDAY PLANNER

 

Turn up your holiday cheer with this absolutely gorgeous holiday planner. It is only $6.40!! This same Etsy shop has several other beautiful choices.

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PRETTIEST DIGITAL HOLIDAY PLANNER

 

Prefer a digital solution to your planning? Check out this pretty Digital Holiday Planner.

quicken

BEST HOLIDAY PLANNER BUDGETING TOOL

I cannot imagine adding up a column of numbers by hand. For all things 2022 there is no reason to do that and risk math errors when Quicken will do this for you. You can make a Christmas budget, download all of your transactions from your bank and credit cards, categorize the expenses however you like, tag gift expenses by recipient, and print it all out in a handy report which you can pretty up with some stickers!

Other Holiday Planning Necessities

christmas planner stickers

BEST WAY TO ADD HOLIDAY CHEER TO YOUR CALENDAR

I may be the only person out there who needs a line item in her budget for stickers, but there is no better way to cheer up your calendar than with a few stickers. I love Happy Planner stickers. 

These are my Top 7 Best Holiday Planners. Do you have a favorite holiday planner? Leave your suggestions in the comments below.

Graduation Gifts Under $10

Graduation Gifts Under $10

Graduation Gifts Under $10

 

 

Sometimes you need to buy some inexpensive gifts especially if you need a whole lot of small graduation gifts for friends Cute Graduation Gifts Under $10 are not that hard to find if you know where to look. And if you wrap them up super cute, they will charm even the pickiest gift recipient These are awesome cute cheap graduation gift ideas!

**March 15, 2022 Update: As you are aware there has been a little thing called “inflation” surging through the country. Not all of the gifts below are still under $10, but they are all still under $15.

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April 22, 2023 update: I now write at Next Phase Parenting. Check out this brand new post Graduation Gifts Under $25 (More inflation!)

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Grauduation Gifts under $10

Graduation Gifts Under $10

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I am going to start with the obvious – gift cards. The key to giving gift cards is in the presentation. Buy a stack of coffee shop gift cards and order these adorable completely customizable gift card holders for only 2.47 each from the Almost Empty Nest Store.

cellophane treat bags with gold stars and cookies inside tied with white bow

I can’t say this enough – Presentation is Everything!! These sacks (50 for $8.99) filled with goodies or any of the smaller graduation gifts under $10 on this post and tied with a ribbon and cute card will garner a lot of oohs and ahhs on any gift table. If you plan it right you will even have graduation gifts under $5!

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These first aid kits are only $6.99 and every dorm room needs a few bandaids and items for cuts and scrapes. Even with inflation there are still many first aid kits you can give for a graduation gift under $10 and make wonderful inexpensive gift ideas for graduating seniors.

small sewing kit

Another minor emergency that can be solved for less than $10 is a missing button or loose hem. Mom and her sewing drawer will not be available in a dorm room or apartment. Give an emergency sewing kit for $6.99.

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Another key to giving amazing graduation gifts under $10 each is to buy in bulk. If you buy one acrylic frame, you are over $10. If you buy a set of 5 acrylic frames for $41.99, then they are $8.40 each. Add a special photo of the two of you and you have the best gift on the gift table! A beautiful grad gift under $10.

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Is this not a gorgeous jewelry holder and it is only $14.99!! Give her a place to put her earrings and bracelets as she takes them off on her desk or beside her bed.

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Are you giving gifts to gals who like to work out? These amazing Invisibobble hair ties have a strong hold, will not damage hair, or get sweat-soaked.

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My daughter and her roommate have several strands of these photo light sets around their dorm room. They are $9.24 each.

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There are a lot of inspiring graduation books, but only a handful that you can use as a graduation gift under $10. I Wish You More is a book filled with wishes for the new graduate.

Suess-isms! by Dr. Suess

No one says it better than Dr. Suess! in this book of inspirational and funny quotes for $6.00.

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The smaller of these grid totes is $11.99. It would be perfect for the guys who do not take as many items to the shower as the girls. The totes have holes in the bottom so they will not collect water.

set of 95 college planner stickers

Help her dress up her planner with this set of 95 college planner stickers. They are only $4.99 on Etsy.

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Make some Netflix binge night packs with these cute popcorn bowls – $7.95 each or a set of two for $13.95. Add some candy or microwave popcorn for some really fun graduation gifts under $10.

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How about a cute acrylic memo block at $9.99 (currently on sale for $7.99)?

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This 4 1/2 star rated make up bag is only $6.99. Customers say it is very durable and it even has an inner pocket for smaller items. 

weekly calendar and to do list pad

I love this weekly task pad. The to-do list easily tears away to take to take as a shopping list. It is also magnetic and is only $8.99.

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