40+ Christmas gift ideas under $30 for those on your list who have everything

The most challenging part of Christmas shopping can be coming up with good inexpensive gifts for someone who has everything. Figuring out the best gifts for someone you don’t know so well is also challenging.

While I can usually come up with ideas for kiddos I don’t know as well, I often struggle to come up with ideas for adults. After talking with a few friends, I quickly realized I am not the only one!

So I scoured the Internet for some ideas and spent time on Amazon tracking down 40 awesome Christmas gift ideas for the hard to shop for folks on your list. 

And I kept it budget-friendly at $30 or less to keep your bank account happy as well! The perfect gift doesn’t have to be pricey.

You’ll find a variety of categories to help you find just the right gift and save you shopping time with your busy schedule as a mom!

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Savory food Christmas gift ideas

Even the people on your list who have everything still need to eat. Food gifts are great options for a Christmas gift idea if you aren’t sure what to get for someone. While you can put together your own basket of items for someone, I am a big fan of gifts I can just order and they’ll take care of themselves. 

I’ve also found it’s usually cheaper to find a pre-made basket than to try and make one myself. Not only is that great for a tight budget, but the best part is it’s also easier!

Popcorn is one of my favorite things and really the perfect snack food in my opinion. I love this popcorn set from Urban Accents that includes three different kinds of popcorn and five premium seasonings. This Christmas gift idea would come in handy for movie night at home for the entire family. And, even better, it encourages family quality time, which is a win-win!

Another popcorn option is this Popcornopolis 12 Cone Snack Pack. It includes zebra, cheddar cheese, caramel and kettle corn in adorable Christmas themed cones. You can get a 12 Cone Snack Pack that isn’t Christmas themed as well.

Because I’m a fan of puns, I can come up with some groan-worthy puns to go along with this gourmet holiday nut gift basket. Your friends and family will go nutty for this tray of delicious Kabukim, honey roasted peanuts, American peanuts, honey glazed peanuts, salted roasted peanut, toffee coated peanuts and chocolate coated peanuts.

If you’d rather go for a mix with more than just nuts, this nut and dried fruit gift basket from Oh Nuts! might be the perfect Christmas gift idea. The vegan treat includes kiwi tidbits, papaya bites, royal dates, dried pears, raisins, plump apricots, dried summer plums and peaches, exotic pineapple, apple rings, heart-healthy pistachios and premium roasted almonds.

This set of organic infused and smoked maple syrup from Runamok Maple Sugermaker’s in Vermont comes in an assortment of flavors. Who wouldn’t want to cover their pancakes in vanilla cinnamon real maple syrup?! Christmas is the perfect time of year for this unique gift idea since families often have more cooked breakfasts at home.

This 5-pack of gourmet organic spices from FreshJax is a great gift for anyone, especially someone who loves to grill or is an avid home cook. There are a few different variety packs available. Each seasoning lists what food items it would be good for. For example, Grill Master works well for burgers, veggies and kabobs. Cheeks is tasty on ribs, pork, chicken and even popcorn.

FreshJax is a small, family-run company who donates a portion of their profits to feed children in need. So that makes buying from them feel even better!

My maternal grandpa loved good summer sausage. I remember snacking on it with him sometimes as a kid. It’s still a meaningful gift for me, so I always think of Hickory Farms gift boxes as a great Christmas gift idea. This set includes two summer sausages, 4 ounces of sharp cheddar, sweet hot mustard, crackers and 8 strawberry candies.

Food gifts don’t have to be gourmet or fancy. Especially as families are home more throughout the holiday season, snacks are always appreciated. Pretty much anyone would like this snack box variety pack. It’s a practical gift that’s perfect for families with children.

Sweet food Christmas gift ideas

Treats are a great option for anyone who has a sweet tooth. And these affordable picks include gourmet chocolate for at a great price.

First up, this Hazel & Creme Biscotti gift box looks as pretty as it does delicious!

Christmas gift ideas that include chocolate get me excited! And Godiva chocolate is some of the best there is. It’s so creamy and delicious. I love this great deal on a whole box of chocolates.

Chocolate covered pretzels always seem like a treat and this large box of gourmet chocolate covered pretzels from Hazel and Creme would be a good gift for just about anyone.

Hazel and Creme also has this gift box of chocolate covered cookies that looks absolutely divine. The lucky recipient of this gift may not want to share!

Around the home or office Christmas gift ideas

Decorative items for the home or office are good ideas of inexpensive gifts for someone who has everything. These budget-friendly gifts are perfect for throughout the home from the coffee table to the kitchen counter to the living room. 

I love the versatility of bowls. They can be used for their named purpose (like holding fruit) or for decoration or really whatever your gift recipient has in mind.

Turn the bowls into thoughtful presents by adding in homemade treats or other small gifts.

And if you think the bowl may need a filler, consider including some decorative rattan balls with it as well. These 2-inch balls are available in a wide variety of colors as a pack of 24.

Sometimes the person who has everything doesn’t have some unique kitchen gadgets. Some small appliances are an amazing gift idea for the person who has everything or is otherwise hard to buy for.

My family got this Nostalgia electric indoor s’mores maker a few years ago and we absolutely love it. It’s so much fun and a delicious way to feel like you’re in the great outdoors during colder months. 

An easy way to take this gift up a notch is by pairing it with s’mores ingredients.

I keep coming across this hot dog toaster and hearing incredibly good reviews of it from people I trust. It’s a bit quirky, but it would also make an excellent Christmas gift. (There is also a 4-slot hot dog toaster, but it costs $40.)

Another helpful kitchen item that just about anybody would like is a pizza cutter. My husband prefers the rocker pizza cutters. This one from Checkered Chef is stainless steel, dishwasher safe and comes in 14-inches or 16-inches.

And then I have to throw in this pizza wheel from Fred and Friends that looks like a saw. It’s certainly one of the more unique gifts on this list and would make an ideal gift for those who use saws regularly!

Candles are also a great gift idea for those who are challenging to buy for. You can go for a scented candle gift set like this aromatherapy one with four different scents that burn for 120 hours.

Or you can go for a battery-powered, flameless candle like this set of three. With flickering LED lights, they look like burning candles without the risk of the flame. There are four vibrant colors and styles to pick from.

Along with decorative items, everyone can always use tools around home. A couple of multi-tools are ideal for a kitchen drawer for anyone.

Book Christmas gift ideas

While I’m an avid reader, I know that not everyone is. However, there are still books that work for just about anyone, even those who aren’t book lovers. Check out these books that just about anyone would like.

Pampering Christmas gift ideas

Who couldn’t use some pampering once the holidays are over? I love pampering products as a thoughtful gift for anyone. 

Lotions and bath gels are almost always a hit with women, especially. Light, clean scents instead of stronger scents are the best option for a perfect present if you aren’t sure what she’ll like.

Bath bombs are another great pampering gift idea. From Life Around 2 Angels, these handcrafted bath bombs are made in California.

Quirky Christmas gift ideas

Sometimes you ned a Christmas gift idea that’s just a bit quirky for the person who has everything. (If you need more of these ideas, be sure to check out my post of quirky, fun gift ideas under $25 for everyone on your list.)

If you’re looking for Christmas gift ideas for someone who has everything, consider this gift that they surely don’t have: a star. You can order this kit and complete paperwork to name a star after someone. You can do it for them or let them do it themselves. How fun is that!

While we are celestial, check out this really cool moon nightlight. It comes in three sizes and is USB chargeable. The light works by touch to adjust its brightness.

Another space-related gift idea is this 3-inch plasma ball. It’s sensitive to touch and sound as it safely conducts colorful electricity.

Coming back to earth, this mini zen garden with rakes, rocks and figures is a fun Christmas gift idea!

Another fun option is this set of 100 Scrabble magnets. You could practically write your grocery list in magnets on your fridge!

I’m not sure it gets much more quirky or fun than this tortilla blanket from mermaker. The double-sided blanket is 71 inches and comes in three different colors as well as in pizza or waffle.

And because it’s 2020, I just had to add in this final quirky gift for your friend who has everything, including a sense of humor! This 1,000-piece puzzle is covered in toilet paper rolls and should certainly keep your friend or family member busy putting it together during times of quarantine and self-isolation. (Funwares also makes a 1,000-piece puzzle covered with face masks!)

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