Hot shopping: 10 Christmas gifts for under £10


beaded love sign
Accessories make perfect gifts
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When is a gift's price the right price? When you can get a good quality pressie that looks more expensive than it really is. Being low on dosh doesn’t mean your Christmas shopping should suffer in the style stakes. Look for adorable accessories, abundant at this time of year, that people wouldn’t usually buy for themselves. Here’s a rundown of our top 10:

Pretty decorations aren't just for Christmas. This silver beaded 'Love' sign (£7.95) with crystal effect droplets from Melody Maison will look good all year round. A reflection of the French-boudoir style that has been huge this year, this accessory is a sure way to make a friend's bedroom sparkle.

  • Lavender Bods

    Lovely lavender:

    These quirky lavender bods (£4.50 each) from The Black Rabbit at design boutique are perfect for keeping drawers and handbags smelling fresh. Made in Kent, each one is filled with organic dried lavender. An ideal stocking filler.
  • The ultimate loo book

    Literature for the loo:

    Here's a gift that's guaranteed to go down well with men of all ages. A hilarious compilation of weird facts and celebrity trivia, The Ultimate Loo Book (£6.40) from Debenhams will provide plenty of entertainment on Christmas day.

  • Mini Magnetic Picture Frames

    You've been framed:

    These mini magnetic picture frames (£2.50) from Nick Fraser at design boutique are a great gift for someone who likes to get snap happy at Christmas. Put it on the fridge to be reminded of festive memories every day.
  • Bright yellow vases

    The future's bright:

    Talk about all things bright and beautiful, not only do these Ben de Lisi vases (from £8) from Debenhams look great, they're a bargain too. The perfect budget gift for relatives that are tricky to buy for.

  • - Penguin Mug Pride & Prejudice Orange

    Put the kettle on:

    These classic Penguin designs are everywhere at the moment – from posters to tea–towels, they've become a novelty hit. Our favourite is this Pride and Prejudice mug (£10) in orange, available from Heal's. A great gift for bookworms.

  • Small Copper Votive Candle Holder With Turquoise Beads

    Festive lighting:

    Christmas is the ideal time to invest in pretty accessories, and they don't get prettier than this copper votive candle holder (£7.50) from Graham and Green. The Eastern design makes this an ideal present for globe trotters.
  • Make Your Own Clock

    Building time:

    Kids (and grown–ups) love having something new to play with on Christmas day, so why not keep them occupied with this Make your own clock (£10) from Aspace? It's fairly simple to assemble, so if you're giving it to an adult you might want to increase the challenge by making sure they've had a few sherries first...

  • MULTICOLOUR BOWLS SET OF 4

    Bowled over:

    A stylish way to serve your guests tasty treats this Christmas, these multicolour bowls (£9.95) are part of the excellent Well Considered Range from The Conran Shop. If you think they look good now, just imagine them filled with Cadbury's Roses on Boxing day. Mmm...

  • Recycled Leather Luggage Tag

    Tag it:

    Travelling during the Christmas rush can get ugly, but these recycled leather tags (£4.25 each) will at least brighten up your luggage if not your mood. In lime, aqua and lilac, you could splash out on two and still pocket some change from a tenner.

    For lots more gift ideas at affordable prices, look through our stylish Christmas megazine. It's full of hand–picked bargains, designer goods and decorations.

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annabel

Posted | 27th January 2008

I love those butterfly magnets. You can also buy butterflies on wire allowing you to twist round things. Covent Garden Market in London, Vauxhall have a huge collection in all different sizes and colours

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