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.