Make your loved ones feel special without your wallet feeling the pinch with these gifts under $50. From your besties to your parents, shopping for your family and friends at Christmas can quickly add up, but these 10 gift ideas will help you find something for everyone.

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Tech Gifts Under $50

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Imagine the smile on their face when they unwrap a brand new gadget they’ll be able to use throughout the year ahead. This JBL mini speaker packs a mighty punch with its 40mm driver, which is responsible for delivering clear sound and rich bass tones. It's designed to be compact, portable and sturdy. Its IPX7 waterproof rating means it can withstand going under water up to one metre for 30 minutes. Plus, with a battery life of up to five hours, it will keep the vibes going whether they’re enjoying a day at the beach or a picnic in the park.

For a practical gadget, a small and sleek Samsung smart tag will help them keep tabs on anything from keys and luggage to their car. All they need to do is download and use the app to track tagged items. Various viewing modes, such as Compass Mode, will give directions to help reunite them with their valuables.

If you know someone who is often wired into their favourite tunes, an audio upgrade might be just the thing. These Qudo wireless headphones are great for long commutes on public transport or for unwinding with an audiobook or guided meditation. The adjustable headset over-ear design is completed with plush padding, meaning they’re comfortable to wear all day long.

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Creative Gifts Under $50

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Help them get in touch with their arty side and expand their creative toolkit with some fresh art supplies. This pack of Born dual-tip markers will encourage them to go wild with colour. With 36 bright colours to choose from, each pen has a 7mm chisel tip and a 1mm fine tip to help create detailed textures and designs, making each illustration leap off the page. 

They’ll have a kaleidoscope of colours at their fingertips with this set of Derwent pencils. Pigmented and blendable, this collection of coloured pencils contains five of their ranges in one, including watercolour, pastels, metallics and more. All together they’ll have a complete set of 60 colourful pencils, perfect for any sketcher or illustrator.

This Born watercolour set will make an inspiring addition to their art kit. Ideal for beginners or aficionados, this kit includes 48 colours, a water brush, nylon brush and synthetic sponge, all in a handy travel case, so they can carry it to wherever their inspiration takes them. 

Or, help bring creativity into their every day with a colourful pack of Stabilo highlighters. Whether they’re colour coding their notes or doodling in the margins of their notebooks, this collection of 20 highlighters will help brighten up their workload.

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Gifts Under $50 for Their Home

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Perfect for the homebody or amateur interior designer, these gift ideas will help make their home a sanctuary. Imbue a sense of calm in their space with a Bosisto’s ultrasonic diffuser. With a range of specially curated essential oils to choose from, such as the sweet, citrusy perfume of the Harmony blend or the refreshing, herbal notes of Purify, this clever device disperses essential oil throughout the air while also humidifying.

If their favourite piece of decor is a bunch of fresh flowers then these Otto ceramic vases will stand out just as much as their floral arrangements. With a designer touch from Melbourne artist Anna Blatman, this set of three colourful vases each have their own individual design and will make a vibrant statement.

Keep them connected on the go with a Cygnett portable charger to give their devices the boost they need, from phones to drones. It can even charge two devices simultaneously with its USB-A and USB-C ports. Its battery has the capacity to charge your phone from zero to 100 per cent, with extra charge left to spare. Plus, with its digital display on the front, they’ll always know exactly how much juice is left.

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