Many of us will be searching for ways to save money on our holiday shopping this year. Why not set a limit on how much you will spend for each gift? After all, it’s the thought—not the price—that warms the heart.

With a little bit of forethought and some creative shopping, you can select cost-efficient gifts that the recipients are sure to love. Start by making a list of those for whom you will buy gifts, come up with a price limit, and then start listing things each person is interested in or could use.

Here is a short list of inexpensive gifts that most anyone will enjoy:

1. An assortment of favorite candies in a nice box or tin
2. A new coffee mug with flavored coffees or creamers
3. A tin filled with pens, pencils, or highlighters
4. A watering pail filled with seed packets and/or gardening gloves
5. Gift cards to a local movie theater
6. A nail care set with trimmers, files, and polish
7. Scented hand lotions
8. Locally made food products
9. A new recipe and some kitchen gadgets
10. Puzzle or crossword books

Just be sure to add a nice bow or festive wrapping and a card filled with heartfelt sentiments. Your friends and family are sure to appreciate the gesture.