50 Under $50 Uncommon Gift Guide

I always have the best intentions when it comes to holiday gifts but somehow always wait until the last minute and scramble to find something truly special. This year I’ve started my research early and found 50 creative gifts that are memorable and fun – and all under $50!

Uncommon Goods is a site I stumbled upon a few years ago and always come back to for inspiration, which is why they’re my pick for the best place to find thought-provoking gifts that the recipient will feel was selected just for them. I hope you enjoy this holiday gift guide and find the perfect gift for the special people in your life!

Get ahead of the game and shop these uncommon gifts!

1 – Minute Mimosa Sugar Cube Trio

Drop one of these cubes into a glass of bubbly and watch it turn into a mimosa or bellini cocktail.

2 – Handblown Glass Olive Oil Pourer

Crafted in three colorways, these oil pourers were inspired by the artist’s trip to Greece.

3 – Swimming Koi Sculptures

Tyson Weiss’s handmade, deep blue ceramic koi fish conjure a dreamy, underwater scene in a garden or yard.

4 – Popcorn Seasoning Set

David & Patricia Beets’ mouthwatering handmade seasonings turn popcorn into a special snacking occasion.

5 – Cat Eyeglasses Holder

This hand-carved kitty sits by your side, eliminating those frantic, blurry-eyed searches for your specs.

6 – Magnetic Poster Frame

A simple, pretty alternative to tape, putty, or expensive glass frames.

7- Breakfast Jar with Easy Measure Lid

Your healthy overnight oats habit deserves a convenient container that preps, chills, carries, and serves.

8 – Collapsible Water Bottle

A great companion for travel and hiking hydration, this bottle breaks down small enough to fit in a pocket.

9 – Hand Knit Dog Ornaments

Each cuddly, palm-sized hound, lab, pug and more yips to life with the needlework of fair trade artisans.

10 – Vietnamese Pho Complete Dinner Kit

Cook the aromatic Vietnamese classic in 45 minutes without having to track down exotic ingredients.

11 – Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls

Send your little one (or you) off to dreamland with the stories of 100 strong women in this inspirational book.

12 – Lazy Wood Spoon

Jonathan Simons’ cleverly designed tool gives you and your spoon a rest.

13 – Do Anything Smart Button

Click this coin-size button to find your phone, order a pizza, water the lawn, send an SOS, and lots more.

14 – Two Lies and a Truth Card Game

These “facts” all sound real, but two of them aren’t true at all.

15 – Sleepy Cat Paperweight

Bring kitty to work with April Wagner’s hand-blown glass paperweights in calico and orange or brown tabby.

16 – Orbit Oil and Vinegar Set

This cruet holds oil and vinegar in two mouth-blown glass bubbles, one inside the other.

17 – Homemade Gin Kit

Embrace the do-it-yourself spirit by making a batch of aromatic gin using your favorite vodka as the base.

18 – Zodiac Perfume

Inspired by the signs of the zodiac, each is blended to capture the spirit of your celestial makeup.

19 – Cocktail Spoon Straws

Scoop, stir, and sip frozen cocktails, ice cream floats, and smoothies with one clever, reusable utensil.

20 – Women’s Organizing Travel 4-pack

Printed with images of what’s inside, these travel bags keep your to-go essentials stylishly contained.

21 – Do You Look Like Your Dog Matching Game

This charming memory game will have you matching up pooches and their peoples.

22 – Beard Bib & Shaper Set

This set of grooming accessories helps you shape your beard and skip the sink full of whiskers.

23 – Market Tote

This sturdy canvas and vegan leather tote with multiple compartments protects your market fresh produce.

24 – Starry Night Solar Stake

Stephen Kitras uses his own artistry to bring some of van Gogh’s magic to life in your own garden.

25 – Vase Bookends

These handmade flower vases are designed to hold books between them, or desktop tools inside them.

26 – Zodiac Profile Coasters

Astrological signs shine on these coasters. Each set shows symbols representing its featured zodiac.

27 – Twist & Shake Droplet Colander

Combining the functions of colander and salad spinner, this ingenious tool is a major improvement on both.

28 – Windowsill Garden Tumblers

These colored glass planter kits contain all novices need to grow and enjoy indoor plants in small spaces.

29 – Mimosa Diagram Glassware

What do you get when one part orange juice and two parts bubbly combine? A reason to celebrate!

30 – Szechuan Chili Oil

Alex Sorenson’s insanely crave-y chili oil is the condiment of Szechuan flavor-seekers’ dreams.

31 – Coconut Fiber Whale Planter

Thar she grows! This charming coconut fiber planter is sustainably made by artisans in the Philippines.

32 – Stay Tray | Adjustable Serving Tray

Strategically arranged shock cords keep plates and cups from sliding around on this party serving tray.

33 – Reclaimed Guitar String Bracelet

Naomi Celestin brings music and art together in these wearable riffs on blue and gold.

34 – Self-Care Chamomile Tea Gift Set

This giftable set lets you grow, steep, and sip your own chamomile tea.

35 – Rose Quartz De-Puffing Eye Tool

De-puff and soothe your eyes with this hand-polished rose quartz tool.

36 – Incense Self-Storage & Burner

Not your hippie aunt’s incense burner.

37 – Karaoke Microphone Speaker

Bar? Crowd? Cords? You don’t need any of ’em to sing karaoke thanks to this portable little wonder.

38 – Give Back To Nature Candles

Follow the fragrance to your favorite places on the planet and create a better world.

39 – Self-Watering Lavender Grow Kit

For the dreamer of English Gardens filled with lovely lavender.

40 – Skin Renewing Masks

Mix up a mask with these organic ingredients and let the heavenly smells wash over you.

41 – Ballerina Herbal Warming Slippers

Soothe your sensitive soles with these comfy, plush and aromatic spa-style relaxation slippers.

42 – Bluetooth Speaker & Water Bottle

Get your dance *and* your drink on (we’re talking H2O here) with this speaker slash reusable bottle.

43 – Natural Henna Temporary Tattoo Freestyle Kit

Create beautiful pain-free, temporary body art with this freestyle henna tattoo kit.

44 – Pho Noodle Bowl w/Chopsticks

This three-in-one noodle dish set turns a easy, healthy meal into a delicious feast.

45 – Live Streaming Selfie Light

Get that do-it-yourselfie glow.

46 – 10-Piece Lip Balm Gift Set

Lip balm enthusiasts, we’ve got your fix: this set made from all-natural goat’s milk and essential oils.

47 – Wood Smoke Grilling Planks

Grilling is great, wood plank grilling’s even better. Soak, smoke and enjoy the applause.

48 – Glass Herb Keeper

It’ll keep what’s left of your bunch perky for longer—we tried it, and our herbs lasted for over a week.

49 – Cala Earrings

This bold, brass interpretation of fringe-y tassel earrings helps its Kenyan maker earn a good living.

50 – Awaken And Refresh Shower Steamers

Anusha Moodley’s essential oil-infused aromatherapy tablets turn your shower into a mood-transforming spa.

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Ocala Christmas Photo Locations

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! In Ocala it’s still pretty warm, but we’re all faking it by decorating early and forcing joy on everyone we meet. One thing that’s right on schedule though, is planning our holiday photos.

As someone who has taken her fair share of Christmas card photos in Ocala, this year I started to feel like I’ve run out of new locations. We don’t get snow here, so we really have to get creative with where we muster holiday cheer. I put on my thinking cap and assembled a list of my favorite local locations for a festive Christmas card.

Silver Springs State Park

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Photos by Brittany Bishop Photography.

Glass Bottom Boats, a sweet shop filled with festive goodies and romantic pergolas covered in ivy. What could be more Ocala?

Kandy Kane Christmas Treeland

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Photos by Meagan Gumpert Photography.

We don’t get snow in Ocala, but we do get Christmas trees! This is one of my favorite galleries to look back on because it was a true experience. We cut down our own tree and decorated it that night!

Appleton Museum of Art

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Photos by Brittany Bishop Photography.

I love the regal feeling of this location. The Appleton boasts a reflecting pool, gorgeous marble walls, a garden courtyard, floor to ceiling windows and, of course, breathtaking art galleries.

Downtown Ocala

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Photos by Brittany Bishop Photography.

Ocala’s historic downtown is one of my favorite parts of the city. There’s gorgeous architecture with every turn, and now that the original brick has been restored it feels even more revived.

Your Local Park

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Photos by Meagan Gumpert Photography.

Ocala is home to some beautiful local parks! This park is just off 11th Street in the downtown Ocala neighborhood, and there are so many more like it. Just to name a few: Tuscawilla Park, Baseline Road Trailhead and Sholom Park.

After you’ve chosen a location, then it’s time to select outfits! Stay tuned for my next post, where I’ll break down outfits for every location. Where is your favorite local photo location?