Holiday gift ideas for $25 and under

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Posted: 12/9/09

For many people the holidays are an exciting time of year. For others it's an anxiety filled, dreadful occasion. For students, it's both cramming for exams and yet looking forward to winter break. Many people look forward to gifts, yet having to buy gifts as well. This year will be no exception, especially since college students are stereotypically broke. With students in mind, The Observer has compiled a list of great and unique gift ideas for under $25, and you won't even have to leave the house. Of course, there is always the overdone gift card, but that's so impersonal.
Below is a list of fun, creative, cheap ideas and where you can find these awesome gifts.

For Mom or Grandma:
Baby Grobal: Self Watering Planters $11.95 at Amazon.com

These planters come in several different colors, and are great for anyone who may not have the time or the knowledge of plant care. With a built in water indicator and reservoir the planter tells you when to water.

For Little Brother or Nephew:
Neat-Oh! ZipBins $24.99 at Toys R' Us.com
These toys are simple, fun and come in many different types; there is a Dinosaur Play set, Car Play set, Country Stable Set and Train Depot Set. All of the different themes come with appropriate accessories, such as dinosaur figurines, that can neatly be stored in the colorful bin and is great for traveling. Not intended for children under three years.

For Sister, Niece, or Girl Friend:
SmashBox Makeup Gift Set $20 at Sephora.com
This gift set if perfect for any glam girl on the go. It includes the very popular SmashBox cosmetics essentials. The set is made up of travel size mascara in jet black, lip enhancing gloss, and eye shadow.
ALEX ® Silk Screen Factory $20.17 at Amazon.com

This gift is great for your budding fashion designer. Kit allows anyone to turn boring fabric into a stylish work of art. Comes with 14 different stencil patterns, 4 ink colors, a bandana and instructions.

For Dad or Grandpa:
Personalized Photo Playing Cards $18.98 at Personalcreations.com
For those men in your life who have everything, why not put some special pictures of the family on a personalized set of playing cards.

Genuine Leather Wallet with Magnetic Money Clip $25.50 at Executivegiftshoppe.com
Want to get dad something practical yet personal? This gift is the one for you. This wallet is the "sports convertible of wallets". It comes in black or coco and you can have it embossed with up to 3 characters free of charge!

Hopefully these gift ideas can help you have a great holiday season.
Didn't see anything you like here? Check out these websites to find that perfect gift:
www.Gifts.com, www.Personalcreations.com, www.Amazon.com ,www.Homewetbar.com