Holiday Gift Guide: Fun Gifts Under $35

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Looking for something fun, thoughtful, and a little unexpected this holiday season? You don’t need to spend a fortune to find a gift that feels personal. Sometimes it’s the little things, like a ridiculously cute keychain or a hat that perfectly matches someone’s personality, that get the biggest reactions.

We’ve rounded up some of our favorite fun holiday gifts under $35, from colorful stocking stuffers to playful accessories and creative little surprises. Whether you’re shopping for your best friend, filling your siblings’ stockings, or trying to win the Secret Santa gift exchange, there’s something here to make gifting a little more fun.


Gifts Worth Wrapping

Some people just are hat people (unfortunately, I am not one of them). They know how to pull one off looking effortlessly cool. For those lucky people, our embroidered hats bring the fun from sunny-side-up eggs to classic smiley faces and nostalgic favorites. They’re the kind of everyday accessories that make people ask, “Where’d you get that?” and they look just as good on a weekend hike as they do at brunch.

Great for: friends with a sense of humor, low-key fashion lovers, and anyone who appreciates a well-designed conversation starter.

Hot Dog Embroidered Denim Hat
$34.00

Finally, a hat that says what you really feel: hot dogs are a lifestyle. This playful denim cap is embroidered to order with everyone’s favorite ballpark bite — a cheeky statement piece that turns heads at BBQs, ball games, and casual hangs alike.

  • Made to order, made for you → Sustainably stitched one by one so nothing goes to waste.

  • 100% cotton denim → Lightweight, breathable, and soft enough for all-day wear.

  • Two condiments, two washes → Choose ketchup or mustard embroidery on light or classic blue denim.

Perfect for:

  • Foodies who treat hot dogs like a personality trait

  • Summer BBQs, baseball games, and road trips

  • The ultimate gift for grill masters, pun enthusiasts, and your most snack-loving friends

  • Adding a playful twist to everyday outfits

Details:

  • 100% cotton denim

  • Unstructured 6-panel cap with a low profile

  • Adjustable strap for a custom fit

  • Embroidered design with rich, vibrant stitching

  • Logo on back

Made to order (the paper&stuff way):
Every hat is stitched just for you the moment you order — no piles of leftover stock, no wasted materials. It’s our way of keeping things sustainable and making sure your hat feels one-of-a-kind. Good things take a little extra time, but trust us, this one’s worth the wait.

Happy Egg Embroidered Denim Hat Happy Egg Embroidered Denim Hat Happy Egg Embroidered Denim Hat
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Happy Egg Embroidered Denim Hat
$34.00

Start your day sunny-side up (or gift someone else a little joy) with our Happy Egg Embroidered Denim Hat. Whether you’re a breakfast enthusiast, brunch devotee, or just love a good pun, this soft-washed denim cap is equal parts style and serotonin. It’s the ultimate foodie gift — embroidered with a cheerful fried egg that makes everyone smile, from brunch dates to birthday mornings.

Want to see more gift ideas like this? Explore our favorite gifts for every personality →

Perfect for:

  • Breakfast lovers, brunch fans, and anyone who takes eggs seriously 🍳

  • Foodies, coffee shop regulars, and casual weekend wearers

  • A quirky gift for brunch squads, food-themed parties, or egg pun enthusiasts

  • Lightweight, breathable cap for farmers’ markets, road trips, and sunny adventures

Details:

  • 100% cotton denim

  • Unstructured 6-panel cap with a low profile

  • Adjustable strap for a custom fit

  • Embroidered design with rich, vibrant stitching

  • Head circumference: 21.65″–25.19″

  • Made to last and soft-washed denim for a perfectly worn-in feel

Made to order: This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes a bit longer to deliver. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions.

Happy Face Embroidered Denim Hat
$34.00

Our Happy Face Embroidered Denim Hat is made from soft-washed denim with a classic smile face design. This laid-back cap is the perfect mix of playful and practical. Whether you’re running errands, lounging at the park, or topping off a weekend look, this hat adds instant positivity to any outfit.

Perfect for:

  • Everyday casual wear with a cheerful twist

  • Friends who love quirky, mood-boosting accessories

  • A thoughtful gift for birthdays, just-because moments, or care packages

  • Stylish, lightweight headwear for coffee runs, weekend getaways, and beyond

Details:

  • 100% cotton denim

  • Unstructured 6-panel cap with a low profile

  • Adjustable strap for a custom fit

  • Embroidered design with rich, vibrant stitching

  • Head circumference: 21.65″–25.19″

Made to order: This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes a bit longer to deliver. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions.

Love That Journey Embroidered Organic Dad Hat Love That Journey Embroidered Organic Dad Hat
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Love That Journey Embroidered Organic Dad Hat
$34.00

Channel your inner Alexis.

This Schitt’s Creek hat is stitched with the iconic “Love That Journey For You” catchphrase in playful rainbow embroidery on soft organic cotton. A subtle nod to the show, it’s stylish, witty, and made for effortless cool—whether you’re binging episodes or out running errands.

Perfect for:

  • Schitt’s Creek fans who love a quotable catchphrase

  • Gift giving: the perfect present for your most Alexis friend (or yourself)

  • Everyday wear: lightweight, breathable, and easy to throw on with anything

  • Travel, brunch, or weekend adventures: a hat that’s witty and practical

Details:

  • 100% organic cotton

  • Soft, unstructured 6-panel fit with a curved brim

  • Matching sewn eyelets for breathability

  • Adjustable strap with a brass slider and hidden tuck-in

Made to order: This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes a bit longer to deliver. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions.

 
Festive greeting cards to match their personality

Want more holiday cheer? See our roundup of festive greeting cards designed to match every personality on your list.

 

Stocking Stuffers

Stockings shouldn’t be filled with just socks and chocolate (though honestly, both are welcome). They also deserve small gifts that pack big personality. That’s where we come in, with colorful keychains, witty stickers, and playful washi tape that turn everyday things into something fun to use (or proudly show off).

The best stocking stuffers are the ones that feel like they were picked with a specific person in mind. Something that makes them laugh, reminds you of an inside joke, or is just so perfectly them that you couldn’t leave it behind.

 

Washi Tape

For the friend who has a notebook for everything, takes their gift wrapping very seriously, or somehow makes even a grocery list look cute: allow us to introduce washi tape.

Our colorful patterned washi tapes are a little bit practical and a lot of fun. Think playful scallops, cheerful color combinations, quirky shapes, and patterns that make an ordinary piece of paper feel like a tiny design project.

Use them to decorate journals and planners, personalize notebooks, seal envelopes, or add a little extra flair to holiday gift wrapping. And since they’re easy to reposition, there’s plenty of room to experiment without committing to anything too permanent.

At just a few dollars a roll, they’re an easy, affordable stocking stuffer for anyone who loves stationery, crafting, or making everyday things a little more interesting.

Great for: Journal lovers, stationery enthusiasts, crafty friends, creative kids, and anyone who gets genuinely excited about a new notebook.

Fried Egg Pattern Washi Tape
$5.00

Not your average washi tape. With its bright yellow yolks set against deep teal, this fried egg pattern washi tape is a little unexpected, and exactly the kind of detail that makes a planner spread feel intentional and fun. 15mm wide by 10m long, with a matte finish that's easy to write on, tear by hand, and reposition without leaving a mark. Works on planners, journals, envelopes, gift wrap, and anywhere else you want a little personality.

Perfect for:

  • Food-themed fried egg washi tape for bullet journaling, planners, and stationery lovers

  • Adding a breakfast-inspired touch to scrapbook layouts and journal spreads

  • Decorating pen pal letters, greeting cards, and happy mail with a unique design

  • DIY gift wrapping with fun washi tape designs for birthdays or special occasions

Details:

  • Width: 15mm | Length: 10m

  • Semi-transparent, easy-to-tear paper tape

  • Matte finish for a smooth, writable surface

  • Low-tack adhesive that removes cleanly, perfect for layering, tearing, and repositioning

Silly Shapes Washi Tape
$5.00

Bring bold color to journals, scrapbooks, cards, and creative mail with this wide geometric washi tape. Overlapping circles, stars, and abstract shapes create a playful collage effect, while the removable matte paper tape tears easily by hand and can be repositioned without leaving sticky residue.

Perfect for:

  • Adding a colorful geometric pattern to journals and planners

  • Creating layered scrapbook and collage pages

  • Decorating envelopes, cards, and pen-pal mail

  • Finishing gift wrap with wide patterned paper tape

  • Craft projects that need more coverage than standard narrow washi

Details:

  • Width: 25mm – Length: 10m

  • Semi-transparent, easy-to-tear paper tape

  • Matte finish for a smooth, writable surface

  • Low-tack adhesive that removes cleanly, perfect for layering, tearing, and repositioning

Rainbow Checkerboard Washi Tape
$5.00

This bright rainbow retro checkerboard pattern make this colorful washi tape an easy way to add personality to journals, planners, scrapbook pages, cards, and creative projects. The shifting grid of bold colors creates a playful graphic look that feels both nostalgic and modern. Use it to decorate happy mail, seal envelopes, frame photos, label notebooks, or add a bold finishing touch to gift wrapping and paper crafts.

Perfect for:

  • Journals and planner spreads

  • Scrapbooking and paper crafts

  • Decorating envelopes and greeting cards

  • Colorful gift wrapping details

Details:

  • Width: 15mm – Length: 10m

  • Semi-transparent, easy-to-tear paper tape

  • Matte finish for a smooth, writable surface

  • Low-tack adhesive that removes cleanly, perfect for layering, tearing, and repositioning

Paper Garland Washi Tape
$5.00

This green geometric washi tape was inspired by classic paper garlands, with interlocking oval shapes that create a playful chain-like pattern across the roll. The layered greens give it a fresh, graphic look that feels modern, cheerful, and easy to use year-round. Use it to decorate planners and journals, seal envelopes, frame photos, wrap gifts, or add a clean pop of color to scrapbook pages and paper crafts.

Perfect for:

  • Journals and planner spreads

  • Scrapbooking and paper crafts

  • Decorating envelopes and greeting cards

  • Colorful gift wrapping details

Details:

  • Width: 15mm – Length: 10m

  • Semi-transparent, easy-to-tear paper tape

  • Matte finish for a smooth, writable surface

  • Low-tack adhesive that removes cleanly, perfect for layering, tearing, and repositioning

 

Keychains

A good keychain can say a lot about your personality, your mood, and your ability to find your keys. Ours do all three, with designs that range from cheerful daisies and balloons to delicious hot dogs.

They’re shiny, sturdy, playful, and sure to make someone smile every single time they head out the door. Clip one onto a set of keys, a backpack, or a favorite tote for a little extra personality wherever they go.

Great for: Siblings’ stockings, Secret Santa swaps, and friends who appreciate the little things done well (and are always on the go).

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Daisy Keychain (double-sided!)
from $7.50

This enamel daisy flower keychain adds a bold floral pop to your keys, tote, or backpack. Featuring a playful blue daisy on one side and a soft pink bloom on the other, it’s a fun, double-sided accessory that’s retro and effortlessly modern.

Perfect for:

  • Aesthetic flower keychain for bold, colorful accessories

  • Cute gift for plant lovers, floral enthusiasts, and 70s retro fans

  • A fun flower keychain to personalize your keys, tote bag, or backpack

  • A stylish enamel keychain for anyone who loves a touch of whimsy

Product details:

  • Hard enamel keychain with polished gold details

  • Double-sided design – one side blue, one side pink

  • Charm size: 1.25" x 1.25"

  • Comes with a sturdy gold keyring

  • Ships from New Jersey with love

  • Free shipping on orders $50+

  • Wholesale inquiries welcome

  • Choose Your Style:

    • Perfect Keychain: Flawless enamel and crisp details

    • Imperfect Keychain: Minor blemishes in the enamel, but still full of charm (and at a discount!)

I'm a Grumpy Goose Keychain I'm a Grumpy Goose Keychain
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I'm a Grumpy Goose Keychain
$15.00

A funny “I’m a Grumpy Goose” enamel keychain with a big personality. Equal parts cute and chaotic, it’s a small accessory that makes a statement. Perfect for keys, as a bag charm, or anywhere that could use a little attitude.

Perfect for:

  • Adding personality to keys, bags, or backpacks

  • Funny gifts for friends, coworkers, or that one grumpy person

  • Anyone who loves quirky, personality-driven accessories

Product details:

  • Durable enamel keychain

  • Lightweight and easy to carry

  • Comes with a sturdy gold keyring

  • Size: 2.5" x 1.25"

  • Ships from New Jersey

  • Free shipping on orders $50+

  • Wholesale inquiries welcome

Hot Dog Keychain (double-sided!)
$15.00

Is it a snack or a personality trait? Yes. This double-sided enamel hot dog keychain comes in your condiment of choice — mustard or ketchup — and is designed for the person who has never once been neutral about hot dogs. Bold color, shiny gold plating, solid weight. The kind of keychain that starts conversations. Attaches to keys, bags, or backpacks. A very good gift for the hot dog person in your life, or honestly just for yourself.

Perfect for:

  • A fun food-themed keychain for hot dog lovers

  • Hot dog lovers who have a strong condiment preference

  • A BBQ-themed addition to your keys, tote bag, or backpack

  • A quirky stocking stuffer or foodie-friendly gift

Product details:

  • Hard enamel keychain with polished gold details

  • Double-sided design – same mouthwatering hot dog on both sides

  • Charm size: 2.5" x 0.75"

  • Comes with a sturdy gold keyring

  • Ships from New Jersey with love

  • Free shipping on orders $50+

  • Wholesale inquiries welcome

Balloons Keychain
from $7.50

A little burst of color for your keys, bag, or backpack. Bold design, solid enamel, shiny gold plating — it's a small upgrade that's hard not to smile at. It's also an easy, genuinely good gift for the person who appreciates good design but doesn't need another tote bag.

Details:

  • Double-sided enamel with shiny gold plating

  • Sturdy gold-tone key ring

  • Size: 1.25" × 1.5"

  • Perfect Keychain: Flawless enamel and crisp details

  • Imperfect Keychain: Minor blemishes in the enamel, but still full of charm (and at a discount!)

  • Ships from New Jersey

  • Free shipping on orders $50+

  • Wholesale inquiries welcome

 

Stickers

Small but mighty, stickers are always a great little add-on to a gift that says, I really get you.

Got a friend who's been proudly emo since 2005? Someone who considers going outside a major accomplishment? Or maybe a frequent traveler whose suitcase could use a little personality? From sarcastic award ribbons to colorful luggage and a very enthusiastic carton of fries, these stickers celebrate all the wonderfully specific things that make people who they are.

Stick them on laptops, water bottles, notebooks, or suitcases for a little extra color and humor. At just $3 each, they’re an inexpensive way to turn an everyday object into something a little more personal.

Great for: Your perpetually emo bestie, travel-loving friends, proud homebodies, french fry enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates a well-placed joke.

Emo Forever Award Sticker
$3.00

Show your emo side with the Emo Forever Award Sticker. This bold yellow ribbon sticker is perfect for laptops, water bottles, or journals. A durable vinyl emo sticker that celebrates your scene kid roots—fun, waterproof, and built to last.

Perfect for:

  • Emo sticker for laptops, water bottles, and phone cases

  • Award sticker design for scene kids and alternative style lovers

  • Emo cards, wrapping paper, and gifts with a matching vibe

Details:

  • Size: 2.3" x 3"

  • Printed on thick, durable vinyl

  • Scratch-resistant, waterproof, and UV-protected

  • Designed with love, printed in the USA

  • Ships from New Jersey

  • Free shipping on orders $50+

  • Wholesale inquiries welcome

Travel Luggage Sticker
$3.00

Luggage for your luggage. A tiny suitcase, duffel, and passport, printed on clear vinyl and built to survive on the real thing. Waterproof, weatherproof, and tough enough for baggage handlers, water bottles, laptops, and wherever else it ends up.

A natural add-on to a retirement or bon voyage gift. Bonus points for pairing it with our coordinating retirement card.

Details:

  • Durable clear vinyl sticker

  • Size: 3″ × 2.8″

  • Waterproof, weatherproof, and dishwasher safe

  • Vibrant print with crisp detail

  • Ships from New Jersey

  • Free shipping on orders $50+

  • Wholesale inquiries welcome

Went Outside Today Award Sticker
$3.00

For the brave soul who left the house.

This funny award sticker is shaped like a green ribbon and proudly declares “Went Outside Today.” Perfect for introverts, homebodies, or anyone who deserves a gold star (or in this case, a green ribbon) for small wins. Made from durable clear vinyl that’s waterproof, scratch-resistant, and dishwasher safe.

Perfect for:

  • Award ribbon sticker for introverts and homebodies

  • Funny vinyl sticker for laptops, water bottles, or planners

  • Small wins sticker for friends who appreciate the little victories

Details:

  • Durable clear vinyl sticker

  • Size: 2.2″ × 3″

  • Waterproof, weatherproof, and dishwasher safe

  • Crisp detail and vibrant color

  • Ships from New Jersey

  • Free shipping on orders $50+

  • Wholesale inquiries welcome

Yummy Fries Sticker
$3.00

For anyone who considers loving fries a personality trait. This colorful french fry sticker features a bold orange carton stamped “YUMMY” and adds a cheerful snack-themed touch to laptops, water bottles, lunchboxes, and notebooks.

Perfect for:

  • Adding a funny fries sticker to your laptop or water bottle

  • Friends who never share the last fry

  • Decorating lunchboxes, notebooks, and travel cups

  • Building a collection of colorful food stickers

  • Tucking into a small gift for a fast-food fan

Also pairs perfectly with our Not Sharing My Fries greeting card.

Details:

  • Durable vinyl sticker

  • Size: 2″ × 3″

  • Waterproof, weatherproof, and dishwasher safe

  • Bright colors with crisp detail

  • Ships from New Jersey

  • Free shipping on orders $50+

  • Wholesale inquiries welcome

 
Gifts for Every Personality

Find the perfect match. Explore our gift guide for every personality. Playful picks, design-forward finds, and small gifts that make a big impression.

 

Wrap It Up in Style

We firmly believe the outside of a gift should be just as fun as what’s inside. Our colorful gift bags make wrapping a whole lot easier (especially if you’re someone who considers wrapping paper a personal enemy).

From festive Christmas trees and cheerful Hanukkah designs to bold patterns and playful colors that work well beyond December, there’s something for every kind of celebration. They’re a simple way to give even the smallest present a little extra personality.

And for that final thoughtful touch? Tuck in one of our mini enclosure cards with a handwritten message. Because even the prettiest gift deserves a few words from you.

Great for: Holiday hosts, last-minute gift wrappers, design lovers, and anyone who appreciates a beautifully presented present.

Merry Christmas Tree & Ornaments Gift Bag Merry Christmas Tree & Ornaments Gift Bag
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Merry Christmas Tree & Ornaments Gift Bag
$8.00

Our Merry Christmas Tree & Ornaments Gift Bag brings the cheer from every angle—featuring a bold ornament on one side and a playful Christmas tree on the other. It’s the perfect way to wrap holiday gifts in something that’s just as joyful as what’s inside.

Pairs perfectly with this ornament card or this tree card for a festive match made in heaven.

Perfect for:

  • Wrapping Christmas presents with standout, modern style

  • Holiday gift exchanges like White Elephant and Secret Santa

  • Gifting moments that call for bold, design-forward packaging

  • A festive, reusable alternative to single-use holiday wrapping

Product details:

  • Premium heavyweight board stock for a luxe, durable feel

  • Scuff-proof matte finish keeps the design looking fresh

  • Gusseted sides & reinforced bottom for extra support

  • Size: 13" H x 9.6" W x 4.5" D

  • Ships from New Jersey with love

  • Free shipping on orders $50+

  • Wholesale inquiries welcome

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Happy Hanukkah Gift Bag
$8.00

Wrap your Hanukkah gifts in design-forward style. This modern Hanukkah gift bag features a bold geometric Star of David in bright blues and yellows—bringing festive flair to all eight nights of gifting. Made from premium matte paper with sturdy rope handles, it’s as reusable as it is beautiful. Pairs perfectly with the matching Hanukkah card for a coordinated celebration.

Need help finding the perfect holiday card? Explore our festive greeting card gift guide.

Perfect for:

  • Wrapping Hanukkah gifts with a modern touch

  • Bringing a stylish host gift to the celebration

  • Festive and reusable gift packaging

Product details:

  • Premium heavyweight board stock for a luxe, durable feel

  • Scuff-proof matte finish keeps the design looking fresh

  • Gusseted sides & reinforced bottom for extra support

  • Size: 13" H x 9.6" W x 4.5" D

  • Ships from New Jersey with love

  • Free shipping on orders $50+

  • Wholesale inquiries welcome

Retro Party Waves Gift Bag
$8.00

The Party Waves Gift Bag is covered in a colorful retro wave pattern that makes any gift feel instantly fun. With bold shapes and vibrant colors, this bag is your go-to for birthdays, celebrations, or just-because surprises that deserve a stylish wrap.

Perfect for:

  • Adding a pop of retro style to any gift

  • Birthdays, parties, and special occasions with a playful twist

  • Standing out on the gift table with bold, colorful vibes

  • Anyone who loves a little ‘60s/’70s-inspired fun in their celebrations

Product details:

  • Premium heavyweight board stock for a luxe, durable feel

  • Scuff-proof matte finish keeps the design looking fresh

  • Gusseted sides & reinforced bottom for extra support

  • Size: 13" H x 9.6" W x 4.5" D

  • Ships from New Jersey with love

  • Free shipping on orders $50+

  • Wholesale inquiries welcome

Modern Geometric Gift Bag
$8.00

Featuring bold black-and-white shapes with a pop of green, this modern geometric gift bag is a design-forward twist on classic gift wrapping. Sturdy enough for bottles, books, or keepsakes and stylish enough to reuse, this bag makes every celebration feel elevated.

Perfect for:

  • A geometric gift bag for birthdays, weddings, and holidays

  • Wrapping stylish host gifts or special keepsakes

  • Adding a bold, modern touch to any celebration

  • Reusing again and again (because good design deserves more than one use)

Product details:

  • Premium heavyweight board stock for a luxe, durable feel

  • Scuff-proof matte finish—keeps the design looking fresh

  • Gusseted sides & reinforced bottom for extra support

  • Size: 13" H x 9.6" W x 4.5" D

  • Ships from New Jersey with love

  • Free shipping on orders $50+

  • Wholesale inquiries welcome


A Little Gift, a Lot of Personality

The best holiday gifts aren’t necessarily the biggest or most expensive. Whether it’s a funny little stocking stuffer, a colorful accessory, or a thoughtfully wrapped surprise, we hope this guide makes finding something fun and personal a little easier. Happy gifting!

And if you’re still checking names off your list, there’s plenty more to explore in the paper&stuff shop.

 
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