Thrifted Gift Ideas: Perfect for the Holiday Season

By Lauren Rose Correa, November 26, 2024

It’s that time of year again – time to start thinking about holiday gifting! Coming up with gifts is always a challenge, but it can also be a lot of fun. Sometimes, gifting can get a little pricy. If you’re a thrift store junkie like me, perhaps you’re considering some thrifted gift ideas this year.

Some might say that thrifting gifts is a no-no, but I think it’s a great way to save some money, be mindful of our environment, and come up with something extra special. If you need any more convincing, check out my post where I share reasons to shop at thrift stores. There are some tricks to pulling off thrifted gifts. For starters, I typically pair a thrifted item with another newer item. Also, you’ll want to select items that are in good condition and easy to clean.

Thrifted Gift Ideas

Need some suggestions? Here, I’ve compiled a list of my favorite thrifted gift ideas that you can easily recreate!

For the Wine or Cocktail Lover

Thrift gorgeous vintage wine glasses or cocktail glasses and pair with a bottle of wine or booze. You could also pair a vintage decanter with a bottle of scotch or fill it with holiday candy.

For Acquaintances

Thrift pretty holiday tins to fill with Christmas candies or baked goods.

For a Special Touch

Thrift vintage ornaments to tie to a gift bag or gift basket for an extra special touch.

For a Good Friend

Thrift photo frames or albums and fill them up with printed photos.

For Holiday Hostess Gifts

Thrift a stunning vase or planter and place seasonal florals or a potted plant inside.

For the Bookworm

Thrift a gorgeous vintage book and pair it with a book embosser customized with the recipients name.

For Acquaintances

Thrift mason jars or other pretty containers to fill up with a treat. I filled mine with homemade rosemary salt from my garden, but yours could be filled with hot cocoa mix or tea bags for a favorite tea.

For the Chef or Baker

Thrift a vintage canister and fill it with new kitchen utensils. You could also pair this with a thrifted cook book.

For Anyone

Look for new with tags items at the thrift store, whether it be clothes, cookware, or something else entirely.

I hope these ideas inspire you to consider some thrifted gift ideas this holiday season. Which idea are you most likely to try? Let me know in the comments!