50 Gifts Under $50
By Eden Dawn December 10, 2012 Published in the December 2012 issue of Portland Monthly
Porlandia: A Guide for Visitors, $12
Our city's mascots publish a guide for visitors. Click to purchase
Klean Kanteen Reflect Water Bottle, $38
Reuse and Reduce. Click to purchase
MaKey MaKey - An Invention Kit for Anyone, $50
Give your techies something to keep them busy for days, an invention kit that can make bananas a keyboard and so much more. Click to purchase
Ellington Leather Pouch, $44
Carry your goodies in style. Click to purchase
Seaworthy Stamped Bronze Bracelets, $36
Local line Seaworthy has bangles for jewelry lovers. Click to purchase
Mini Photo Blocks with Pdx Bridges, $45
Who says art needs to be big? These mini boxes pack a punch. Click to purchase
Great Grizzly Bear Pillow, $30
The only time a bear should be in your living room is with these cute pillow from Bridge City Mercantile. Click to purchase
Design Sponge at Home, $18
Author Grace Bonney's (co-creator of The Portland Bazaar) book offers DIY projects and design tips galore. Click to purchase
Burnside Bourbon, $28
The name says it all. Click to purchase
Beard Balm Styling Wax, $18
Give the bearded fella in your life a way to stay kempt.Click to purchase
Framed Great Atlas Moth, $35
Pearl boutique, Eden, offers unusual offerings for wall art. Click to purchase
Campfire Cologne, $13
Everyone loves the smell of campfires. Click to purchase
Big Events Calendar, $16
The Big Events Calendar lists over 200 of Portland's top events. Click to purchase
Crafting With Cat Hair, $10
We're a city of crazy cat lovers, put that hair to use. Click to purchase
Portland Roasting Holiday Pack, $25
The holiday pack will keep your java lover going for a few weeks. Click to purchase
Check the Label Recipe Cards, $16
Give the cook in your life an accurate measure of success. Click to purchase
Espresso Set, $24
Bring some color to your coffee time. Click to purchase
North Face E-Tip Gloves, $45
North Face's warm gloves have sensors in the tip so you can still use your smart phone while keeping the glove on. Click to purchase
The Good Book Wallet and iPhone Case, $50
For the minimalist: A wallet, iPhone cover and notebook all in one.Click to purchase
All Natural Kitty Crayons, $20
These cute little crayons fit easily in a kiddo's hand while doubling as a new little friend. Click to purchase
Grayling's Smoky Crystal Earrings, $49
Classic and chic for a woman you'd describe similarly. Click to purchase
Ryan Berkely Print, $20
It's time to get goat-y. Click to purchase
Grimm Season One, $34
Filmed and set in Portland, everyone should give in to Grimm. Click to purchase
Jacobsen Flake Finishing Salt, $10
Gourmet local salt for the at home gourmet. Click to purchase
Kinetic Creatures Elly the Elephant, $40
Changing the way you think about cardboard. Click to purchase
Children's I Heart Oregon Shirt, $15
Send all your relatives kids the I Heart Oregon shirt in a passive attempt to make them visit more. Click to purchase
Alima's Natural Beauty Collection, $30
All natural, all local. Click to purchase
Pinza Cord Holder, $16
Keep those pesky cards at bay with one clever tool. Click to purchase
Arts and Rec Press Quick Notes , $16
When you want to say, "Hi." Click to purchase
Betsy and Iya Horizon Earrings, $49
Stylish women deserve stylish earrings. Click to purchase
Pantone 2013 Color of the Year Mug, $25
Design geeks can show off their passion with a Pantone mug. Click to purchase
Portland Illustrated Playing Cards, $20
Got a game lover on your list? What about some killer cards? Click to purchase
Kennedy School Ornament, $30
Remember the time we INSERT KENNEDY SCHOOL MEMORY HERE? Now you will. Click to purchase
SeaEcho's Pencil Pouch, $25
It may say pencil pouch, but it also works like a perfect little clutch. Click to purchase
Poloroid Camera, $70
Ok, technically this is over $50. But if you give the retro inspired cam to a couple, it's like you only spent $35 each. Click to purchase
Tinsel Town 8 Piece OPI Nail Polish Set, $30
Nail polish is always a go for girly-girls.Click to purchase
Portland Garment Factory's Hexagon Tote, $42
A hip tote for things that need toting. Click to purchase
Schoolhouse Electric Aiden Candlestick, $36
Perfect for the new homeowner. Click to purchase
Missionary Chocolates Vegan Truffles, $15
Mouth melting truffles made locally. Click to purchase
Futura Tights, $49
Have a fashionista on the list? Click to purchase
Forest Floor Candle, $33
Rose scented candles are so over. Indulge in a woodsy scent to remind you of the great outdoors. Click to purchase
Barre3 Online Subscription, $15/mo
Have a traveler or new mom that wants to get in shape? These workout classes can happen at home or in a hotel. Click to purchase
Sock It To Me Socks, $9
We all wear 'em, shouldn't they be fun? Click to purchase
OLO Fragrance - Daphne, $45
Give the gift of an early spring with the smell of this local oil. Click to purchase
Sherman Hat, $50
He needs a hat, give him a good one. Click to purchase
Twiggy Hat, $46
She needs a hat, give her a good one. Click to purchase
Selected Works From the Portland Art Museum, $20
The "collection of collections" of the Portland Art Museum is compiled in this full-color, 260-page catalog. Click to purchase
Tu Fawning - Monument, $12
Local band Tu Fawning released the haunting album Monument this spring for the music aficionado in your family. Click to purchase
eQua Yoga Mat Towel, $42
A non-slip towel to throw over your gym's communal mat. Click to purchase
Big Spoon Strawberry Vanilla Bean & Lemon Jam, $12
After you gift this scrumptious jam, make sure to get a brunch invite. Click to purchase
Fifty fabulous finds under $50 to cover everyone on your shopping list.
