10 Gifts to Keep on Hand During the Christmas Season

With my family, you never know who will show up. After all, we’ve always had a pretty open-door policy.

However, I tend to feel bad if someone gets left out of the gift exchange. Plus, it seems like there’s always some last-minute gift exchange that pops up.

I’m terrible at coming up with good gifts at the last minute. Like unbelievably awful! Add being on a budget in the mix and well, I need to start some serious planning.

So, to make sure I’m not caught off guard, I learned to always keep a few simple, gifts on hand. I also have them wrapped and ready to go.

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10 Thoughtful Gifts to Keep on Hand

Don’t worry if you’re not sure what kind of gifts to keep on hand, I’ve got you covered. Read on for 10 gifts that will seem like anything but a last-minute afterthought. Here’s the best part, if you have no extra guests, you’ll want to keep each of these gifts for yourself!

Moscow Mule Mugs

Moscow Mules are taking the world by storm right now. So it’s only natural that your guests will feel special when they open these beautiful copper mugs. They are the perfect gift for His and Hers, a single friend, or a college student. It’s a gift you can’t go wrong with.

Cheese Board

Beautiful charcuterie boards have become the rage these days. These boards can be beautifully decorated with various cheeses fruits nuts and crackers. Really, your guests can be as creative as they want. Use it as a wine and cheese board, a charcuterie board, a fancy fruit and cheese platter, or a serving tray. Cheeseboards are unquestionably a perfect gift for anyone!

Infused Olive Oil Gift Set

Flavored Extra Virgin Olive Oil Variety Pack has plenty of delicious flavors for any palate! These oils make a great gift for all the chefs in your life. Your guest is sure to enjoy these healthy and delicious oils.

Natural Scented Candles

A naturally scented soy candle is such a thoughtful wellness gift for friends or family members. It’s the perfect way to help anyone enjoy the benefits of aromatherapy. Plus, these candles have long last hours of burn time, meaning your thoughtfulness will be remembered for months to come.

Salt Lamp

A Hand-made Himalayan Salt Lamp is a wonderful gift for young and old alike. In addition to the many health benefits of salt lamps, they illuminate your room with a warm, pleasant & relaxing amber glow making them perfect for any home. It is a gift any guest will be able to find a room for.

A French Press

A French Press is an ideal gift to keep on hand for unexpected guests because it can be used to brew both coffee and tea. You see whether your guest is a coffee or tea lover you can’t go wrong. The French Press has become quite popular and can be found at nearly every price point. This ensures you won’t break your budget and you can still provide a thoughtful gift.

Beautiful Coaster Set

Seriously how beautiful are these natural agate coasters! The natural color will go with any decor and will make an excellent addition to any home. Your guest is sure to feel special upon opening these coasters.

Smudging Sticks

I’ve only recently discovered these smudging sticks they give off such a wonderful fragrance. If you have a guest who may be sensitive to synthetic scents, no worries with these smudging sticks. They are all-natural and fair trade. A unique gift that is sure to be loved, in fact, you just might start a new obsession!

Adult Coloring Book

What an amazing gift, to provide someone with hours of stress relief. That’s exactly what adult coloring books do! You can make your gift extra special by including some colored pencils.

Action Packed Game

Whether your extra guest is 6 or 106 they are sure to love this engaging new strategy game. These games are just the thing to give your new neighbors and friends, or just as a stocking stuffer!

Positive Quote Sign

Who doesn’t want a little extra positivity in their day? Being able to surround yourself with positive messages is sure to brighten anyone’s day! Positive quote signs make fantastic gifts to keep on hand that will be treasured. And your thoughtfulness will be appreciated every time they look at it!

Each of these gifts will be appreciated by any recipient! They are all budget-friendly and will make you the superstar gift giver. If you’re looking for more gift ideas, check out these posts!

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