Awesome Gifts Under $25

Don’t give into re-gifting that scarf/mittens set from your aunt last year! There is another way to check everyone off your “nice” list without accruing a mountain of debt this year. It’s called our awesome gifts under $25 list. At Kaboodle’s headquarters, our shopping-obsessed staff spends all year scouting (and buying) affordable and spectacularly stylish stuff. Then, come holiday time, we leverage our collective bargain-shopping knowledge to make sure we, and consequently you, can give exceptional gifts to friends and family without breaking the bank.  Take a peek below for a few of our favorite steal-of-a-deal gifts this year, or check out our entire list of awesome gifts under $25.

For the Trendy One You Heart
The Bell Hop Zip Hoodie ($24.80, at Forever21) is right on trend with metallic detailing and oversized buttons, and is sure to keep the fashionista on your list warm all throughout the holiday season. Girls of all ages will go gaga over a set of glitter heart barrettes ($5.50, at Cherry Red Boutique). Browse more gifts for the teen fashionista.

For the Bold Brewer
Mom will love sipping from these super shiny and glamorous porcelain cups ($4, at Dream in Plastic). They’ll be instant conversation starters and add a real splash of color to her kitchen! Allow your mom to sip her coffee in style—and shuffle around the house as long as she wants to before getting dressed. A pink terry robe ($12, at Walmart) will be a perfect substitute for a perky smile, until the caffeine kicks in. Stumble upon more finds for mom under $25.

For the Germaphobe
This swine flu giant plush microbe ($7.99, at Think Geek) will either totally freak out the clean-freak on your list or make the disease a little less scary. You can cuddle with it after all.

For the Pampered Kitty
Place shrimp catnip-toys (3 for $14.95, at Wrapables) into Fluffly’s stocking and watch her go bananas over these cute crustaceans. Sniff out more great pet gifts.

For the Aspiring Tiger Woods
The Galileo Golf Scope and Range Finder ($19.99, at Target) will help dad get a leg up on the competition out on the green. Search more gifts for him under $25.

For the Rockin’ Chef
Give your rock and roller a reason to bring the party into the kitchen and cook up some serious jams with the Flipper Guitar Spatula ($9.99, at Perpetual Kid). Don’t deny your rocker an excuse to serve up The King’s special—a friend peanut butter and banana sandwich—in style. See more gifts for him under $25.

For the Teachable Tot
There’s never been a better time to conduct a hands-on recession lesson. Wise up kids of all ages with the Staypuft Marshmallow Man Bank ($19.99, at Toys "R" Us). Kids will learn the value of saving as they watch their pennies stack up inside this adorable back. Uncover more great gifts for kids under $25.

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