Yes, you can find cool gifts for under $50. Check these out.
FOR HER
Yellow crystal necklace
$28 at shecrafts.com
A necklace that is bold and delicate at once. Sterling silver with a large yellow crystal pendant.
Diamond ring key ring
$45 at libastyle.com
Because who’s buying diamonds in this economy, anyway? At least her keys deserve some bling. Also, the 2-carat cup from perpetualkid.com for $14.99.
The anti-canary diamond ring
$30 at recycledrings.com
Chicago jewelry maker Michelle Kendrick’s recycled rings are threaded with elegant knots and tiny beads. Each is an original. You also can order custom-made rings for $60.
FOR HIM
Hatphones
$44.99 at nikestore.com
A cozy skullcap comes with earphones already attached, to keep him warm when he’s jamming out.
James Bond Collector’s Edition Monopoly
$29.95 at amazon.com
For the 007 fan looking to bankrupt the bad guys. Pewter game pieces include an Aston Martin and villainess Rosa Klebb’s (“From Russia with Love”) poison-tipped shoe.
Star Wars Clone Trooper Voice Changer
$29.99 at hasbrotoyshop.com
Stop fighting his geeky “Star Wars” obsession and just give in.
Lighted slippers
$39.95 at brightfeetslippers.com
For the guy who stubs his toes every time he gets up for a bathroom break in the middle of the night.
Chemistry Cocktail Set
$39.95 at highfashionhome.com
For the science-minded guy who always has fancied himself a mixologist. Come on, you know you want to drink some shots from test tubes.
FOR EITHER
Partini
$33.95 at boardgames.com
Some parties need a jump-start. For the person looking for something classier than beer pong.
Fishbowl bookends
$32.95 at wrapables.com
An unexpected twist on the plain old fishbowl.
Chicago ‘L’ map shower curtain
$29 at Bed Bath and Beyond or izolashower.com
For the person forever wondering which train to take. After riding the CTA, who couldn’t use a shower?
Personalized oval glass paperweight
$42 at iomoi.com
For the preppie in your life who can’t quite embrace the paperless office. We liked this one, with the chocolate brown pattern and green stripe. Also available, a set of two personalized (full name or monogrammed) drink coasters in various patterns and colors for $48.
Lighted dog leash
$29.99 at brookstone.com
For the dog lover forever disappearing into the dark. LED fibers embedded in the battery-powered leash ensure drivers will see both dog and owner before its too late.
Wall shadow art
$50 at momastore.org
A shadow-projecting oil lamp — an alternative to the R-rated shadow puppets you’re used to. Yes, you.
Gigantic cookies
$28 for a set of 4 at 1-800-bakery.com
These half-pound cookies are for the sugar-and-carb freak who means business. You pick the flavors.
Recycled wine bottle vase
$49 at elsewares.com
An eco-friendly twist on your standard vase, recycled wine bottles with a satin finish (in clear or green glass) topped off with a curved beak neck.
Sushi flash drive
$29.99 at urbanoutfitters.com
1GB of memory, shaped like something you’d order in a Japanese restaurant. Mac and PC compatible.
Prices and availability are subject to change.
