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Simple Gifts for Grads

Buying meaningful graduation gifts for your friends does not have to cost a lot of money. With a bit of research and the willingness to think outside the box, you can be the friend who gives awesome gifts while still being able to cover your car payment and grocery bills. To make this easier, we’ve scoured the internet for these elusive gifts so you can take quick action.

Here are nine fabulous graduation gifts that don’t break the budget.

  1. Soft Can Cooler

Between beach days, park hangouts, tailgates and road trips, there are so many reasons a young grad needs a soft cooler! Many keep items cool for up to 24 hours and choose from 11 colors to find the one that best suits your friend’s taste.

  1. Reusable plates

There’s no getting around that trip to Target or IKEA for your friend to fill up their dorm room, but you can give them a small headstart on their dorm stuff with a set of reusable bamboo plates. They come in several colorful designs and are dishwasher-safe for no-fuss cleanup. The plates are crafted from bamboo fiber and cornstarch with food-grade ink, and are 100% biodegradable.

  1. Money chain

Get creative and make someone happy with this adorable money chain. You can attach a ribbon for a congratulatory feel or customize the pendant in any way you want. As a bonus, you can choose any denomination bill to use for your necklace, from $1 bills, to fivers, tens or even twenties.

  1. Anker Magnetic Portable Charger

Your friend can say goodbye to tangled wires when you gift them with this super-convenient magnetic charger! It’s the perfect gift for the grad who’s always on the move.

  1. Cosmetics fridge

Looking for a unique gift? How about this adorable little fridge? It’s perfect for storing cosmetics and transporting them on the go. Of course, it can also be used to hold just a bit of food and drinks in the dorm room or when traveling overnight.

  1. Hardcover travel guide

If your graduating friend plans to do some traveling in the next year, a hardcover travel guide like Lonely Planet’s Where to Go When can be the perfect gift. The book is conveniently organized by month, making it easy for the traveler to look up the best spots to hit that time of year. The book lists all cultural events around the world, includes fun travel flow charts, itineraries the traveler can adapt and even divides trips by budget! In a world where online info can be overwhelming to sift through, a hardcover travel guide you can trust can be a lifesaver for a traveling friend.

  1. Portable laptop stand

Some gifts can be super-handy for the grad who likes to set up work wherever they are. A portable laptop stand like this can easily fit inside a laptop case or schoolbag, and it has nifty compartments for additional devices like iPads and phones.

  1. Easy Home Sleep Sound Machine

Make sure your graduating friend gets enough zzz’s with this nifty little gadget. This sound machine comes fitted with soothing sounds, a night light with brightness levels and timers. With this small nighttime helper, your pal will be getting a good night’s sleep no matter what’s going on in the dorm!

  1. Microwave Pasta Pot

When your friend needs a quick dinner, this ingenious pot from Uncommon Goods can be just what they’re looking for. They’ll just add water along with their chosen pasta and stick it in the microwave. It’s a lot quicker than boiling water and waiting for macaroni to cook on the stovetop. Plus, the flexible lid doubles as a strainer. Your friend can drain the pasta, add sauce and/or cheese and eat their meal directly from the pot!

Gifting your graduating friends with the perfect present without spending a fortune is more than just possible; it’s easy! Use our list to find that inexpensive but fabulous present this graduation season.

 

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