Cash and gift cards are no-fail gifts, but if you’re headed to a friend’s graduation party (or need to send a few subtle ideas to that knit-doily-loving relative), look no further. We’ve combed the web for some of the best ways to congratulate someone for snagging a diploma. Bonus: They’re all under $60. Most are under $30!
2015 Graduation Gifts:
- The Crossroads Between Should and Must, Amazon; $11 (This book helps clarify that whole figuring-out-what-to-do-with-your-life thing — get a sneak peek on our sister site, Life Between Weekends)
- Courage cuff, Etsy; $25+ (The inside reads “you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think”)
- A Year of Gratitude kit, Uncommon Goods; $30 (Because studies have shown that being thankful can boost your happiness)
- Coney Island print, Society6; $20 (Wall art that transports you to a beach getaway — or you could just get a gift card and let the grad pick out the print)
- Bamboo Desktop Dry Erase Board, Amazon; $19 (Manage your to-do list without going through reams of paper — and keep your desk looking stylish)
- Chromecast, Amazon; $28 (So you can stream your favorite Hulu, Netflix and YouTube shows whenever, wherever)
- Sol Republic Headphones, Amazon; $54 (You will hear instruments you’ve never heard before in your favorite songs)