This guide of affordable gifts for the whole family is partnership with Minot SCHEELS. All thoughts, opinion and picks are purely my own.
Christmas is almost here. And if you’re like me, there are still a few people to shop for and a few gifts left on your list to buy. I’m so excited to bring you this list of affordable gifts for everyone on your list. The best part? These are all available in store at Minot SCHEELS! You can mask up, waltz in and complete all your shopping in one quick trip.
The gifts you’ll find here are versatile, high quality and will be loved for years to come. And don’t forget, SCHEELS is lots more than a sporting goods store. They carry great toys, pro-team gear, accessories…I’m not joking when I tell you–you can do all your shopping right there.
All these inspiring gifts are $50 or less (with the exception of one bonus gift.) And to help you shop, SCHEELS and I are giving away a $50 gift card! Head to my Instagram to enter to win!
Snow Gifts
SCHEELS is chock full of items for fun in the snow. But if you ask me–these are the best and most versatile.
I grew up sledding and a metal saucer sled is the best sled ever invented. It’s timeless and it’ll last a lifetime. However, metal saucers are hard to come by these days. When I walked into SCHEEL’s this Christmas Vacation sled was one of the first things I saw and it immediately went into my cart. (Not to mention it’s totally awesome that it’s the Griswold sled.)
For kids on your list, there is nothing better than a snow-shovel that’s just their size. Growing up, I loved having a shovel to “help” my dad in the driveway. And I’ve never met a kid since who didn’t love having one too. (Bonus: It’s only $5.99–a great gift and totally affordable!)
Gear Gifts
As I said, the gifts in this guide are versatile. Just because they come from a sporting goods store, doesn’t mean the folks on your list need to be super sporty. These are some of my favorite gear picks. They are versatile enough for everyone to love, even if they have no plans to backpack the Pacific Rim.
A small, durable backpack. I love this one from Osprey. It’s beautiful, high quality and the perfect size. I bought one similar to this for my parents a couple years ago and they use it all the time. It’s perfect to take to the airport, overnights, on day hikes, or even to pack a picnic for nights at Music in the Park.
Compression sacks. Think these are just for backpackers? WRONG! This is a fabulous gift for anyone who travels (ever) or anyone who is a parent. Pack it in your luggage to store dirty laundry. Keep it in the diaper back with a change of clothes (and have a safe place to put clothes that got the wrong end of a blowout.) Take it to the beach, the pool, hiking, you name it.
Multifunctional gaiter. Especially in a pandemic year, a cute, comfy gaiter is a great gift. Use it as a scarf to combat Minot windchills… then quickly pull it up over your face as a mask. But it doesn’t stop there. These things have million uses! (And it comes in a billion patterns.)
Waterproof phone float. This is a great gift for anyone with a phone (read: everyone.) Perfect for lake days, pool days, water parks, or on the trail.
S-Biner Key Rack. I’ve been b//n in,m, mjmn u/uying this exact product for men on my list for about five years now. It’s insanely handy. Perfect for a hard-to-buy-for man on your list.
My Sporty Gift Picks
I set out to specifically find gifts that will work for nearly everyone on your list. While these are a little more “sporty” than some of my other picks, let me assure you they are very versatile and make great gifts!
Spikeball. This is the one item on this list that comes in over the $50 limit. However, Spikeball makes a great gift for a whole family. Or a couple. Or any college student who might be on your list. This will provide hours of outdoor fun for years to come.
A Multigym. These are great gift for anyone who likes to work out at home (or is unable to get to the gym because of COVID closures.) It also makes a great gift for a teenage boy, or an energetic younger boy who loves to climb and hang like a monkey.
Muscle Hook. I own one of these an LOVE it! This is perfect for anyone who wishes they could get to the chiropractor or massage studio more often. (Also great for those who suffer from stress headaches, or have chronically tight shoulders like me.) Yes, it looks weird and it’ll be tricky to wrap–but trust me, it’s awesome.
Clothing Gifts
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: SCHEELS has the best clothes. Think outside the “yoga pants and gym clothes” box. They carry great, quality brands and loads of items for everyday wear, for everyone on the list. Here are a couple things I love.
Men & Women Picks
Wild Tribute. Christmas gifting is a great time to introduce others (and yourself) to new brands. I love the designs out right now from Wild Tribute. Head to the store or SCHEELS online to see all the options. And the coolest thing about this brand is that a portion of profits is donated to National Parks and Public Lands.
Try a familiar brand in a different style. I’m in love with this hooded Carhartt flannel. (In fact I wore it in the Ultimate Gear Guide.) There are so many choices, but you’ll never go wrong with a classic.
Younger Picks
For school-aged girls on your list, you won’t go wrong with a Sherpa pullover in a fun print. I love this one from Boxcraft. For school-aged boys a neutral classic that can go from shirt to jacket will be perfect. This one from Ocean Current is so soft and warm. (I couldn’t find this online, but it’s fully stocked at the Minot store. Here is something similar online.)
Food/Drink Picks
A Yeti Rambler. I have a Yeti travel cup and, the hype is true. It will keep your coffee hot (like piping hot) for an insanely long time. I’m a huge fan of the Rambler because it can fit a lot of coffee and still fit in my car’s cupholder. Perfect for any coffee lover, commuter, or busy mom (who often drinks lukewarm coffee, or needs to reheat her mug multiple times each morning.)
The cutest camp mug. This little blue enamel coffee cup makes me feel like I’m camping, even when the windchill is subzero. It’s adorable and affordable.
A durable, Hydroflask lunchbox. This lunchbox is the perfect size for a student, road-tripper or anyone who takes lunch to work. My favorite feature is that it’s got a hard case so your lunch will never get smushed. (And they come in the prettiest colors!)
Fishing Rod Marshmallow/Hot Dog Roasters. My parents have a set of these from SCHEELS an they are always a hit. Fun to use, great conversation starters, totally unique. Perfect gift, right?
Warm Gifts
You’ll never go wrong with hats, gloves, mittens or cozy footwear. These are some of my favorite in store at SCHEELS this year.
You’ll never go wrong with hats for the family. I love this women’s Colombia beanie with Omniheat (such a great feature.) Also featured, the classic Carhartt and a girl’s CC beanie. SCHEELS has so many adorable kiddo hats.
Everyone has gloves, but not everyone has an amazing pair of glove liners. Glove liners are ideal for anyone living in a cold climate (read: Minot). These from Burton are warm, thin enough to fit under another thicker pair and will activate touch screens.
If you are buying for a kiddo–buy a great pair of mittens. Be sure they extend up the arm a bit (like these from Colombia) to save Mom and Dad from constantly replacing mittens while playing in the snow.
If you ask me, quality socks are always a good gift. Some of my favorites in store are these from Colombia (love that deer motif), Carhartt, and Stance (which come in a boat load of patterns an employees told me were a must to include on the gift guide…multiple employees on the floor were wearing them while I was there scouting gifts and said incredible things.)
Outside of socks, quality slippers are great. I’m a fan of these classic moccasins from Dearfoams. The feature that sells me on them is their great, thick indoor-outdoor sole. (Because slippers should double as footwear for grabbing the mail or getting something you forgot in the car.)
Accessory Gifts (For Women)
A small, thoughtful gift can speak volumes. (Especially for women–don’t we love it when we know someone has thought about us?) Here are some of my favorite accessories in store.
Coiled hair ties. I love these from Teleties.
Colorful barrettes. My favorites are these from Denim and Daisy. (I couldn’t find them online–but there are lots in store!)
Wallet accessories. This card elastic and wrist lanyard keep the essentials close at hand, not lost in your purse. (And they come in tons of fun colors and patterns.)
Happy Shopping!
I hope this guide has given you lots of inspiration for affordable gifts for the whole family. Remember to head to Instagram for a chance to win a $50 gift card to SCHEELS. (Giveaway ends Dec 16, 2020).
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