Beautiful gifts don't need to break the bank.
Gift giving can be a tricky and expensive task. It can leave us grappling with both the desire to express love and appreciation while dealing with the limitations of a budget.
From books to linen, we've rounded up a selection of beautiful gifts that are all $50 or under– proving you don't need to break the bank to show someone how much you care.
1. Lavender Placemats
If you have a friend or family member who loves to have guests around for a relaxing backyard lunch or lively fun-filled dinner, you can never go wrong with gifting something that will elevate their tablescape. Linen placemats are the perfect way to effortlessly dress up a table – creating the perfect canvas for your food and drinks, while protecting table's surface below.
2. Evi-O Studio x Bed Threads 'Nostalgic Nook' Print
The perfect way to add a little life to any room is to dress the walls up with a print. Multi-talented designer Evi O created a line of exclusive prints for Bed Threads and we think they make the perfect addition to any living space.
3. Limoncello & Terracotta Check Terry Hand and Face Towel
For your ultra-stylish companion, it's hard to look past our new check hand towels. Equal parts nostalgic and stylish, the high-contrast pattern suits just about every aesthetic, from minimal to eclectic, and will bring a pop of colour to any bathroom.
4. Love Ally x Bed Threads Swirl Candle in Olive
Almost too beautiful to light, these sculptural candles by Love Ally are the ultimate "Where did you get that?" accessory. Placed on a bedside table or as a dining table centrepiece, it will make for a chic addition to any interior aesthetic, from minimalist to mid-century.
5. Botticelli by Barbara Deimling
Coffee table books do wonders for elevating a living room and this Botticelli edition is the perfect tome for any art-lover friend. This essential introduction to the Renaissance legend's work features a striking cover from the iconic The Birth of Venus painting, and is filled with some of the most recognised paintings in the world.
7. Pasta Grannies: Comfort Cooking by Vicky Bennison
Who doesn't love a tasty bowl of pasta? Especially when it's a recipe straight from the beloved Pasta Grannies team. This book is brimming with divine Italian recipes from the people who have spent a lifetime cooking for love, not a living: Italian grandmothers. And who knows, maybe the giftee will return the favour by whipping you up a delicious dish!
8. Idda Studio x Bed Threads 'Testa Di Moro' Ceramic Dinner Plate
Bring your loved one's home (and dining table) to life with an exclusive plate made by Idda Studio in collaboration with Bed Threads. Featuring a painted rendition of the classic motif and colourful border pattern, a crowned head sprouts with fresh spring tulips in this striking design – serving as a beautiful souvenir for anyone dreaming of a European summer.
9. Put On A Spread by Bed Threads
Got a foodie friend? Let them test their culinary skills with our fabulous Put On A Spread by Bed Threads. This cookbook is filled with comforting savoury and sweet vegetarian recipes from cooks we admire, along with easy-to-follow entertaining guides curated by the team at Bed Threads.
10. Olive Waffle Hand and Face Towel
Add a bit of pure everyday luxury to your pal's life with a chic hand & face towel. The perfect addition to a kitchen or bathroom, these soft waffle towels will quickly become a must-have in the home.