25 Affordable Family Gift Ideas (Plus 5 More You Can Make And Sell)

If affordable family gift ideas is on your radar, this short guide cuts through the noise. Here is what is worth knowing, and how to put it to work today.

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With at least five major gift-giving holidays in the U.S. (plus birthdays, anniversaries, and memorable moments like graduations, weddings, and new babies), it’s simple to bust your budget on presents.

Gifting is big business, and it is hard to avoid the constant marketing, advertisements, and in-store promotions baiting you into spending more money on the holiday of the month.

According to the National Retail Federation, Americans spend an average of $175 on Valentine’s Day, $179 on Easter, $220 on Mother’s Day, $172 on Father’s Day, and $648 on Winter Holiday gifts.

Adding it all up, on average, Americans are spending $1,394 on these five holidays alone. So if you want to divert money from your current budget toward paying off debt, saving for retirement, college, or a vacation, cutting down on gift costs is a excellent place to start.

Consider one of these family gift ideas to spend less on gifts year-round.

Table of Contents

• 25 Fun and Reasonably Priced Family Gift Ideas
• 5 Family Gift Ideas That You Can Make And Sell
• Which One of These Affordable Family Gift Ideas Will You Give First?
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25 Fun and Reasonably Priced Family Gift Ideas

Are you struggling to stay within your already stretched budget and come up with family gift ideas that are meaningful, affordable, and leave some money in your wallet?

But there are affordable gifts for family.

Here’s a list of 25 inexpensive family gift ideas that pull on heartstrings, can be enjoyed repeatedly, get a family moving, or act as a day out.

Plus, there are a few Do-It-Yourself (DIY) family gift ideas that you can make and sell for loved ones or even as a small side hustle.

1. Family Photo Album Or Frame

A family photo album or frame lets you preserve memories spent together. It’s also a relatively inexpensive gift. Look for clearance picture frames throughout the year and store them for an instant gift under $10.

2. Board Games

Board games make fantastic gifts that kids and adults of all ages can enjoy year-round, year after year.

From the iconic UNO card game, Zingo, Ticket To Ride, King of Tokyo, or Settlers of Cattan, there are fun-filled, award-winning options at every cost point.

3. Reoccurring Monthly Subscriptions

If you’re looking for family gift ideas that keep on giving, there are now a wide variety of monthly subscriptions besides a ‘fruit of the month’ club.

There are packages for almost any passion, for example, Kiwico or Raddish Kids send monthly STEM or cooking projects. If you’re looking to treat a coffee or cheese lover, there are choice options for foodies too.

4. Gift Card To A Favorite Restaurant

If you’re looking to give one gift to an entire family, how about the gift of dinner out? The whole family can enjoy a gift card to a local restaurant or their favorite fast-casual place.

5. Ice Cream Lovers Gift

Got brain-freeze on family gift ideas? If you know people who scream for ice cream, consider a basket of fun ice cream bowls, spoons, toppings, and multiple containers of fun sprinkles.

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6. Ice Cream Maker

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Consider an ice cream maker if you have a little more room in your budget. Kids will enjoy watching the paddle churn the ingredients, and parents will love that they can make their family favorites a little healthier.

Or share this recipe: Simple Homemade Ice Cream Recipe. Make Ice Cream In A Bag

7. Gift Certificate To a Local Attraction

Do you know a family that prefers experiences over more toys? A gift certificate to a nearby amusement park, museum, arcade, play place, or bounce house would be a winner.

Parents will appreciate the chance to get the kids out of the house and make memories without opening up their wallets.

8. Hotel Stay

Want to treat a family who lives in a state with really long winters? Consider gifting them a one-night getaway to a hotel with an indoor pool to break the winter blues.

It doesn’t have to be a big resort, a fun overnighter to an affordable local hotel is a welcome break from the everyday routine.

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9. Tickets To A Show

A night at the theater is a excellent way to spend time together as a family. Choose a movie, play, or musical that everyone will enjoy, and prepare for a fun-filled night.

With local theater productions and touring musicals, there are numerous options and cost points to choose from.

10. Personalized Mugs

Coffee, tea, or even hot cocoa lovers would appreciate a set of personalized family mugs. Add a photo or s

Final Thoughts

The bottom line: a little research on affordable family gift ideas goes a long way. Compare your options, watch for seasonal offers, and never pay full price when a better deal is one click away.

Originally published at chachingqueen.com.