Getting thrifted Christmas gifts is an easy way to save money this Christmas. Find items thrifted for gifting and decor on a major budget this season!
Christmas time is such a fun time of year in that we get to decorate, bake extra goodies, give gifts and celebrate the birth of Jesus. Although Christmas can be an expensive time of year, make it a little more affordable by finding different thrifted items.
With that said, I recently went thrifting in search of Christmas items. There are always things to find for gifting, decorating, wearing and using for baking. When you are out Christmas thrifting use this list as a guide on what to look for.
- Decor. This is not a full list, just some items to get you started! You can also find non-Christmas items to use in your Christmas decor.
- Stockings
- Lights – always check that these work first
- Ornaments
- Faux greenery – garlands and individual stems
- Nativity sets
- Collectible houses
- Trees – regular size and mini ones
- Winter artwork
- Crocks – put mini Chrismas trees in these or faux greenery
- Bells
- Candles
- Gifts
- Baskets – these are great to gift cookies and other Christmas gifts in
- Ornaments
- Ribbon – to tie on the gift baskets
- Books – kids books, devotionals, novels, etc.
- Board games & puzzles – try to check that game pieces are all there before gifting if it was opened
- Picture frames
- Clothing – great for kids gifts
- Kitchen towels
- Blankets
- Candles
- Other small Christmas decor
- Kitchen items – Baking or other hosting related items.
- Jars to put DIY mixes or goodies in
- Cookie tins
- Christmas serving trays
- Mugs
- Christmas tableware – tableclothes, dishes, serving pieces, etc.
- Cookie cutters – these are fun for gifting, decorating with and using
THRIFTED CHRISTMAS HAUL
In my recent thrift haul, which you can watch below, I found some very affordable items for gifting this year. A few more trips out thrifting before Christmas, and I will have most of what I need for gifts this year.
Here are some of the pieces I found.
Books & Devotionals
Kids books were 3 for $1 and Hard cover adult books and devotionals were 3 for $2. I found several kids books to gift my 4 kids and some to put in gift baskets that we give to other family friends. A couple devotionals I found will be gifted to my lady friends in their special gift baskets.
Games & Puzzles
Games can be a fun gift for families. This robot game/puzzle was $3. The one thing to make sure of is that all the pieces are present.
Baskets & Containers
Gift boxes, baskests, little sleighs…these I found to put the gifts into. .50 to $1 is such a great price for a cute way of gifting. Gift bags are fine, however, baskets add another level with having a gift arranged beautifully.
Decor
Adding decor to a gift is a lovely touch and can be very meaningful. This new yet thrifted snowman light up jar was only $4. Also, if you know a friends style, incorporate a touch of Christmas decor that is thrifted.
Linens/Blankets
These lovely green and tan checkered tea towels were $3 each. I will be putting them in a couple of my gift baskets as a beautiful and practical gift.
This plaid and corduroy blanket was at an antique store for $10. It seems handmade and great quality, which makes it all the better to share as a gift!
Picture Frames
A couple picture frames will be a meaningful gift for grandparents. A picture of the grandkids in a thrifted frame is an affordable way to say “we love you” and Merry Christmas!
Well friends, I hope this finds you excited to save money thris Christmas season. It’s a time for giving, so why not be frugal with what you share!
Blessings,
Davee
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