by Kelsey Tidball and Sierra Pedro
Stop me if you’ve heard this one before: It’s two days before winter break and you’re in the midst of finals. Suddenly, you realize that you haven’t bought any holiday gifts yet. To make matters worse, your bank account is quickly approaching $0. How can you quickly and cheaply get presents for all of your friends and family before you leave Eugene for the holidays? We compiled a list of our favorite local and easily-accessible gifts under $15 that will hopefully fix even the worst pre-holiday break panic.
- Food-themed Wall Stickers ($13.95 at Provisions Market, Eugene) for the creative culinary artist in your life.
- Voluspa Candles ($12.95 at Provisions Market, Eugene) for that one friend who always expects an expensive-looking gift, even when they know you’re on a peddler’s budget.
- Get them a handcrafted gift from the sold by over 200 artists at the Holiday Market. The Holiday Market is open Saturdays and Sundays starting Nov. 18, along with the Fridays of Thanksgiving and Christmas.
- Sasquatch mug/pint glass ($10.95 at Made in Oregon, Eugene) for the monster-hunter/frat boy in your life.
- Jenteal Soaps ($5.95 at Made in Oregon, Eugene) for your best friend, your mom, or for anyone else who likes smelling nice and loves supporting local business.
- Outdoorsy wooden signs ($7.95 at Made in Oregon, Eugene) for your favorite stylish outdoorsman.
- Cozy sweater from ($15 at TJ Maxx) for your sister or roommate.
- “The Art of Nails” polish collection ($3 at TJ Maxx) for the fashionista in your life.
- Mario Badescu rosewater facial spray ($9 at Ulta) for those who need a day at the spa.
- SheaMoisture peace rose oil complex sensitive skin mud mask ($14.99 at Target) for your roommate or BFF.
- “Give Thanks” signature soy candle ($4.99 at Target) for your homebody friend who loves all things cozy.
- A New Day nickel-free earrings ($9.99 at Target) for the friend who loves accessorizing their outfits.
- “Crazy Cat Lady” Fringe mug ($3.99 at Home Goods) for…well, you probably know who.
- Oregon knit gray and white beanie ($5 clearance item at Target) for those who love adventure, the outdoors and all things PNW.
- Maroon infinity scarf from Old Navy ($12) because who can have too many scarves at this time of year?
