15 Unique & Budget-Friendly Christmas Gift Ideas from the Thrift Store (Under $10)!

In today’s video, we head out to the thrift stores in search of Christmas gift ideas for everyone on your list. I show you what I bought, how much I paid, how I styled, cleaned, combined, and occasionally upcycled my finds to gift to my friends and family members. With a few extra touches, you can make inexpensive thrift store finds look like pricey gifts from a high-end retail store.
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[@everyonehasone7818]

I have turned several vintage jewelry boxes into fabulous "antique" tea boxes. Your men's valet could be ideal for this purpose! Strip off that black velveteen stuff, give it a nice paint/antiquing finish, replace the hardware, line drawers with old handkerchiefs (only adhering center, so that you can fold over the pretty corners of it once you fill the drawers with lovely tea bags!). Replace the areas that once had that ugly black fabric with a romantic Victorian one, then the front area can hold several vintage/antique tea spoons(the short ones that were actually used for tea) and the top can hold a beautiful sugar and cream set that you can pick up at thrift, yard, or estate sales!

[@CanterburyCottage]

What a fabulous idea! ❤️

[@robinraebel1273]

That is a fantastic idea!!

[@jillgross6232]

That's a great idea! ❤❤❤

[@beckyd3140]

I wish our local thrift stores had such a good variety and good prices. I've found some nice things, but not often.

[@CanterburyCottage]

I don’t know how often you go, but there are times when I don’t find anything. At Goodwill, I find weekday mornings are the best time to go. That is when they are bringing out new merchandise (at my stores).

[@kathyallen6238]

Another great video! I firmly believe in buying Christmas presents for myself! No one else thinks I need more dollhouse treasures or milk glass! I thrift/yard sale/clearance shop all year to make raffle theme baskets for my church's Christmas bazaar and a group I belong to; I usually do one with Santa, snowmen, gingerbread men, sometimes angels, gardening supplies (Goodwill at summer's end!), and often cats (books, a catnip mat and mouse, homemade cat toys, jewelry, figurines, etc.)! This year I did "the little red truck", too. The baskets get a scrub and sometimes a paint job or clear coat. I add my homemade sugar scrubs, sachets, potpourri, bath salts, crocheted dishcloths, as well as dish cloths, candles, candy dishes, spatulars, plates, ornaments, cooky cutters, stationery items, pens, etc. Of course, no two are ever alike. I buy the cellophane basket bags on clearance. This year I found 2 1930's Harker China custard cups in the pattern a friend collects! Score! I would love your homemade gifts. I swear by Howard's restora finish and the feed and wax!

[@johnmelissaziech6207]

I have given thrifted, upcycled, and handmade gifts for years. I like bundling items together like you did. I am often accused of spending too much money when in reality, I spent less than those who bought new!

[@vickinoeske1154]

Edgar may enjoy the sweater as the temperature drops. haha That's the case with my tiny Chihuahua. Such nice ideas Sherry. Thanks for sharing.

[@CanterburyCottage]

I hope so!

[@rbirkheimer59]

Hi Sherry! You are right on top of things :) I'm baking for some gifts this year, it just seems like everyone has everything. You are so good at finding things putting them together and making wonderful thoughtful gifts. I love to receive home made gifts. Thanks so much for sharing your wisdom :) God Bless. Hugs, Rebekah

[@CanterburyCottage]

You are so welcome! I struggle to find time to bake, so I would love to be on your gift list!

[@hopealdridge9584]

Sherry, wonderful ideas....I would love to receive any of them !!! You should keep the pictures and say "Merry Christmas to Me !!!!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Hope! 😊

[@sherylcarter6242]

Thanks Sherry, I have alot of people to buy for and they have learned that I am able to give them better quality by buying used. I don't do it to be stingy but to be able to stretch my resources and be more generous! Thoughtfulness to their tastes of course is key.

[@DeniseCurry-qm5fc]

Your thrift store is so much better than mine

[@Naillieux6]

Walmart always has paperwhites and amaryllis in little pots with soil and everything in their Christmas department. For years they were only 5.00 but they’ve gone up to 5.99. I still think it’s a great bargain. I get several every year. I use some in our house and some as gifts. I also use old pots and things to make them nicer. Folks love them as gifts. I try to pot them after Thanksgiving.

[@lanet9442]

What a fantastic shopping trip….the up cycling was awesome! Gifts made with love are always special!

[@tgayer1]

I love these ideas! I love the idea of giving new life to an item that has been pre-loved! 😄. We have a gift exchange at work, and maybe I’ll suggest next year that we consider doing a $10 thrifted gift instead of the $20 gifts we buy!

[@carolpipher4839]

🎄 Sherry, these gifts were absolutely amazing!! You've cleaned, tweaked, & styled soo beautifully! ~The thrift is always my first stop too! ~Dont you just love it? ❤😅🤶👍

[@lesliejackson8188]

*What a plethora of wonderful gift ideas for family and friends from the thrift store, Sherry! 😉 💚🎍🎄❤️ You have covered all of the bases.* *No, I don't think it's a bad thing for you to keep the two upcycled prints in the frames for yourself...Merry Christmas to you from YOU...just a small token of self-care as a reward for all of the gifts 🎁 you found for all of the important people in your life❣️😉💕🎄🕊✝️*

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! You too!

[@lesliejackson8188]

@@CanterburyCottage *My pleasure, Sherry❣️💕🎄*

[@cherylparish1375]

I just want to thank you for one of the best gifts we can ever receive. Your gift of time, inspiration and friendship. You welcome us to your home every week. You give us tips, work out any problems we may encounter along the way and make crafting really fun! Thank you again for all you do! I wish you and your family a very merry and blessed Christmas! ❤

[@juliacockroft8745]

Those receiving gifts from you are so blessed. 🎄💝

[@CanterburyCottage]

You are so kind. Thank you!

[@TerasBoutique]

Very beautiful pieces as always ❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! 😊

[@jamiemueller1881]

I'm so struck by how thoughtful all of your gifts are. You truly keep the recipients' styles and personalties in mind. Anyone would love to get those gifts!

[@beeline22]

Good afternoon, Sherry! You look so lovely & festive today! Perfect timing! It's definitely going to be a "thriftmas" kind of gift giving this year. Thank you in advance for sharing your creative gift ideas! ❤, Bobbie. xoxo

[@CanterburyCottage]

Good afternoon, Bobbie! Thank you! Hope you enjoyed today’s video. I found a new thrift store in town that has lots of vintage items at great prices!

[@eveb446]

Your Thrift Stores do have many beautiful, useful, and needed items for many areas of any home. Thank you for sharing.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks for watching, Eve!

[@ginacrusco234]

Edgar is gorgeous! Merry Christmas to him and to all of you!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! Merry Christmas to you, Gina!

[@KS-vt5yw]

Finding vintage items with the person’s birth year adds a fun, special touch. Cookbooks, Christmas books, plates, cloth calendars, etc. Really helpful and great ideas in this video! Merry Christmas!

[@michellemitchell9627]

I go into thrift stores in my area, walk around and try to have an open mind. I suppose I am a thrifter in progress. I am sure glad Sherry makes more videos because I need lots more training from the master 😂 I love you and all your videos.❤ Merry Christmas everyone.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, you’re so sweet, Michelle! 🥰

[@elizabethnaylor9561]

I found a adorable cabinet with six drawers for $3. I added porcelain white knobs & filled each drawer with different hair clips for a friend’s daughter who has beautiful long hair.

[@donnafoster2022]

Sherrie, you are so fortunate to have good thrift stores. Here in the Ozarks, the thrift stores are sparse and junky.

[@CanterburyCottage]

I am sorry to hear that. I imagine it is because re-sellers are buying everything up to sale in antique and consignment stores in the area.

[@nancyomond3996]

All of these gift ideas are wonderful but i loved the green pitcher with utensils! Those prints look lovely on your wall!! Merry Christmas Sherry!

[@terryciavola5962]

You always have the greatest ideas Sherry! All these vintage items look beautiful now they are refurbished! Love them! ❤️

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much!

[@madonnahughey3056]

What great gift ideas Sherry, I'm sure your family will love them! Your thrift stores are amazing. Thanks for sharing 😊♥️

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much, Madonna! I recently found a new one that is now my favorite-lots of vintage and great prices, too!

[@flowerchild89]

I absolutely LOVE this channel! I can't wait to see your projects! I really like your style! I agree that homemade gifts are the best gifts! I know I treasure mine!!! Especially the ones my children made me when they were younger ❤. That is a pretty blouse! My grandma used to collect Hummel items. 😊

[@tgayer1]

I think someone in my family had a Hummel music box when I was little.

[@IrishAnnie]

I LOVE you’re energy to create. These are great gifts. I got some beautiful (and originally expensive) cook books. I made baskets (or, boxes) with pasta, sauce, cheese, napkins and bowls as gifts. Goodwill has TONS of books super cheap and so many were sold for big bucks. Keep showing us these great ideas!!!

[@jeanne-marie8196]

I have the same patterned carved wooden box! I “bought” it in the late fifties or early sixties in the gift shop in Howe Caverns in NY, when my grandparents took us on vacation. It’s sitting on my bookshelf as a raised platform for a vase. I hope you have a very happy holiday. Just an FYI: Edgar will probably never love being dressed up. I’ve had only two male dogs in my life, but both gave me that same look! The best I’d hope for is begrudging tolerance. 😕

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks for the tip! He literally won’t move when I put it on him-he acts like he can’t walk! He may be sorry when the temps drop below 0!

[@maureenmunro2826]

I’ve always had a Better Homes and Garden cookbook in my kitchen!❤❤

[@Rubiastraify]

Love your selections, and how you pair several items together. Very thoughtful, and truly OOAK! Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones! Let's hope we have a more peaceful 2024!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! Merry Christmas and yes, let’s pray for peace in 2024!

[@lynnetteb4784]

Oh Sheri- Any one of these gifts would thrill me so I know the recipients of your creative mind are equally excited! You never stop amazing me and I’ll be tuned in next Monday for your latest treasure! Bless you and Merrry Christmas 🎄

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Lynnette!

[@cookiecoleman4738]

Absolutely love your video today! Everybody who likes to thrift should try thrifting gifts. All my friends and family receive at least one thrived gift. Thank you for your original content...soooo nice🌞

[@Dawn_Reane]

I love the old/vintage Better Homes and Garden cookbooks and have recently thrifted 3 myself to go with the one I've had for I think over 20 years.

[@sallyh7282]

You are truly amazing! Such unique and thoughtful ideas. I love your creative talents and thank you for sharing them. Yes you should keep those pictures for your family room they look so at home hanging there.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Sally!

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much Sherry, I really really enjoyed watching you bring new life to all these thrifted items. They’ve all came up very nicely and I’m sure the people who receive them will be thrilled with their gifts. Please stay safe and well too xxx Mags

[@ThriftyWonderfulLife]

LOVE these ideas, especially the vintage cookbooks with kitchen utensils! Thank you!

[@CanterburyCottage]

You are so welcome!

[@lisaryherd4593]

Yes, I would definitely love to receive this gift!!

[@gailwilliams5278]

That’s funny, the 50 year old cookbook is the one that would go straight back to the thrift store if I received it! I’m paring down my cookbook ‘collection’ as it is (I do have a 15-pound collection of clued recipes that is my go-to. And some of them are pretty old now. Not to mention hand-written family recipe card, which I treasure.)

[@gailwilliams5278]

CLIPPED recipes!

[@SultanaOfSwing]

Sherry, you are the mother in law dreams are made of. ❤

[@margaretdillinger5090]

Wonderful gift ideas. Thank you. Your Edgar is a beautiful puppy. 😊❤

[@janhaley1212]

Thank you for not only showing us how to do the make overs, but also what will and won’t work. I love all your gift ideas. Unfortunately we only have a couple Salvation Army stores. Goodwill ships our stuff to other towns. I have several hot pads like thple green one in the video. I purchased them in the Midwest at a gift shop. They are called “end of the roll” by a company that makes large rugs. I bought 300 one time and our school sold them for a fund raiser. When you buy them the company 8:39 sends what they have made, so you don’t get to select colors, etc. I especially like the boxes you used to put gifts in. I have even thought about gifting my grown daughters a few of my things but they don’t seem to want them. They like modern things. Have a Merry Christmas and I look forward to your next videos.

[@moniquecarriere223]

I think I'm addicted to your videos. I like crafting, sewing & creating, but I have learned so much from you, mostly not to be afraid to try new things. Merry Christmas & thank you.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much! I am so glad that I have been able to share some ideas with you, Monique!

[@countesscable]

I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw the carved wooden box with inlay: I bought one for my Gran in the 1970’s, and I now have it. It was hand carved in India.

[@joancoleman1228]

Edgar will appreciate the sweater when temps drop below freezing!

[@CanterburyCottage]

I hope so!

[@Becky-nn3pu]

You definitely found some nice items! Thanks for some amazing ideas! You never cease to amaze with your creativity!

[@paulabross8808]

I gift thrifted items too. It is unique and something for that person and making it so personal is the perfection in the gift!!

[@elainereynolds7701]

Edgar Looked ADORABLE in that Sweater...

[@bella67402]

I would love to receive one of those gifts! Ty so very much for all the ideas ❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

You are so welcome!

[@t.t.6861]

Hi Sherry, I had never heard of bun warmers before!😊 Learn something new every day. Thank you for your ideas and Merry Christmas to you! 🎄 Frohe Weihnachten!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Happy holidays!

[@nancyevans5502]

What thought went into each gift. I appreciate when I'm gifted something I can really use. I gift something a person can use, want, or need. By doing that I don't waste my money and a gift they will give away.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Giving a gift that is shoved in a cabinet or given away is the worst!

[@KMF3]

I love that green pitcher 😍. It also looks handmade which makes it even more special.

[@shanaproctor100]

What a great video! What treasures you found to gift!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@PellyjellyMom]

Such beautiful things. We had an office “Re-gift “ Christmas lunch. I regifted a huge pair of poinsettia earrings; the recipient loved them. I received a silk scarf that I wear all the time. Funny story that we had both traded gifts our Mother-in-law had given us. I would love to have any of the special gifts you recreated. Until next week…

[@lydialangfordjoiner765]

Ohhh, how wonderful! I appreciate this so-o-o much. You are undoubtedly a GENIUS. I was cooking and couldn’t wait to get to a stopping place so I could watch- it’s such a GIFT to me. Thank you 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Yes, please keep something lovely for yourself. I have the same Hummel topped music box, from thrifting and mine still plays music: If I Were A Rich Man. I hope you and your family have an absolutely wonderful Christmas.

[@CanterburyCottage]

You are so welcome! I know Hummel’s went out of style for a while and their resell prices dropped, but I think they are growing in popularity again. I’ve always loved them!

[@IrishAnnie]

Oh my gosh! My 40 year old son LOVES vintage albums. Great idea!

[@terrim2498]

So many great ideas. I have a collection of small wooden boxes that, using them as gift boxes is SO smart!

[@katherineharper-sj4ys]

Sherry, what great gift ideas! I still have a few gifts that I need to get and I’m going to see what’s available at the Goodwill. Thanks for sharing.

[@annmiller7977]

I’m a thrifter also,and your video is so informative! I love all your ideas and how you put items together! It certainly makes Christmas shopping more fun and helps the pocketbook! Thank you so much and Merry Christmas to you and your family…..and your darling new puppy!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much! You are so right about making shoppin more fun-I loved putting these gifts together!

[@dianeburnett894]

These are all such beautiful, thoughtful and great gift ideas, Sherry!❤❤❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much, Diane!

[@dianeburnett894]

@@CanterburyCottage You're most welcome!!!

[@maryowens9179]

Enjoyed this. MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Same to you! Thanks!

[@myhillslife27]

YEs! you can gift the frames to yourself! As an adult and not always getting what I would like or need I buy myself a little something each year..

[@tamiz8895]

Decades ago when I was in a pinch money wise, I gifted a blue and white teapot and matching teacups/saucers to a coworker in a basket with some boxes of tea, she absolutely loved it. Thrifted gifts are so special and require a little elbow grease, but are so much fun to give…and get!😊 if you find nice baskets (every now and then, I find Longaberger baskets, some with liners), set them aside to hold thrifted or food gifts. They are a gift in themselves, so pretty and useful!

[@christieoertel1589]

Merry Christmas to you too Sherry , have a wonderful Festive Season. What wonderful gifts your family are going to receive.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! You too!

[@maryfrankey3102]

Hi Sherry, This video is wonderful! I will be watching it again and again for the great ideas 😊

[@CanterburyCottage]

Awesome! Thank you, Mary!

[@Cynthia2v]

Your pretty soap reminded me of a gift idea we did when my younger brother was in cub scouts. We adhered a a pretty decorative decal or sticker to the top, melter a bar of paraffin and we (adults) dipped the top of the soap bar in the wax. Those gifts were about 50 cents a piece back in the day, if that much! You shared some great gift ideas! I will keep my eyes open all year for some new gifts, thank you!

[@CanterburyCottage]

That’s a very similar idea. Fun fundraiser!

[@pamelataylor3537]

What a great shopping trip. I certainly can’t get anything like what you got at least not for the prices you paid. I did get some great ideas from your video though, things I definitely hadn’t thought of. TFS Sherry.

[@KMF3]

On the vintage records I'm giving my daughter-in-law a vintage Christmas record set. She will love it I love it i think.

[@midgethorn4083]

I keep presents for myself all the time!😬😬😬😂😂😂 Love the way you grouped gifts together!

[@nicolehubbard3536]

Sherry, so many clever solutions! Your family members will be so delighted.

[@josephinegiuffrida2802]

I really enjoyed all your thrift store finds and how you repurposed them. Great tips for gifting

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much!

[@myhillslife27]

Great ideas! I love the removing from worn boxes and rebox!

[@Jendromeda]

that little wooden box gave me chills I have had one since the 70's, identical. I think i still have it but haven't seen it in many years. Merry Christmas. You have many great ideas on here...the best !

[@margarettallett762]

I love treasure hunting for the perfect find for someone!! These are awesome ...I ❤️ William Morris

[@sharonsomers5513]

Love all your ideas. Love the pictures,I would keep them.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much 😊

[@bethsims665]

Sherry you are amazing. I love all your ideas. I love thrift shopping. Thank you for all the gift ideas. Merry Christmas to You and your family ❤️❤️❤️🇨🇦

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! You too!

[@connidickson3269]

Oh my goodness. Sherry I don’t know where you live but my town does not have thrift stores like you do! I love you Items! I have followed you for years and haven’t found cool things like you do! Even our goodwill has gone up on their prices that there not even good to shop at! Keep up your crafts there awesome!

[@CanterburyCottage]

One reason some thrift stores have no selection is because they are shopped by resellers who buy everything up. I try not to be that person.

[@galetimpone1712]

The time and effort you made to personalize each give will definitely make for a very MERRY CHRISTMAS.

[@lyndioli]

I just gotta say that i just now watched your video on my phone, i usually have it on full screen but tonight I didnt for some unknown reason!!! Turns out that im glad I did cuz I got to see how many 'likes' you were getting as I was watching!!!! I couldn't believe it, it was just one after another! Everyone loves you and your content as much as I do! Had to let you know! PS, i loved your thrifted gift ideas, id be happy to receive any if them, great finds n repairs or repurposing! 💞✨🎄

[@shannonlynch4598]

There is nothing you cannot do that I will not say absolutely genius

[@SherryNerreau]

This was such a fun video Sherry! You had some great ideas here. I'm inspired!

[@andreamills5852]

I have a friend that gives gifts this way and I love them. I do it to when I can. 😊🎄🙏

[@kimpratt2602]

Yay! Thank you!

[@kayk8123]

Wonderful ideas!!! Thank you!

[@martivasiliades8407]

great ideas !!🎄🎄🎄🎅🏼

[@jillgross6232]

You really inspired me tonight. I think I'll go thrifting tomarrow. My son got married in June and bought their first home in September. It is a large 3 bedroom with large basement with a second kitchen. Although I gifted them a huge amount of new things for the main kitchen....maybe I'll be able to find some nice second hand thrift items for their second kitchen! There's a bar down there too. My son was saying a dart board may be in order. It's his way of giving up hints! 😂😂😂

[@DeborahTurner-ip8zm]

This has been so much fun.🎄👍

[@jillcochran9794]

So inspiring!!

[@suebarnard1734]

❤ this video! Great ideas!

[@wednesdayschild5082]

Love your idea about the vintage LPs and record player as a gift!

[@janaebraden9377]

I absolutely loved this video...buying from thrift stores and handmade are the way I always choose to "shop". I look all year round for the perfect ideas to use.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Love that! I have a hard time waiting until Christmas when I find things that I think my family members will like!😜

[@pollyporter-campbell7493]

Such thoughtful ideas!

[@emilydavidson275]

Lovely ideas!

[@lisapolanski9379]

Excellent ideas!

[@_JanetLouise]

great finds and ideas!!

[@katgore99]

Thank you for sharing and Merry Christmas

[@cottagekey]

Awesome gifts!

[@darlenewaters11]

Loved this video so much!!!! Thank you ❤️😊🥰🎄

[@lauraschlaff8090]

Your so great with putting things together ❤️

[@theresacarter1033]

Awesome, Sherry, as usual.