Christmas comes only once a year, and this year if the idea of getting poked with a needle to give plasma for a little extra cash for Christmas gifts sounds unappealing, Scroll is here to help. For just under $20, here is a cornucopia of unique gifts ideas.

This season’s hot gift idea is handmade wear; if you can knit it, crochet it or sew it—hand-made wear is the trendy gift. Yarn costs $2-5, but you may need more than one skein. A simple set of crochet or knitting needles are about $5. Many people know how to make a simple scarf and are willing to teach, so ask around. Tie-blankets are cozy and warm; a one yard by one yard of warm material is under $15. With no sewing involved, simply cut fringe all around the two pieces of material and tie the two pieces of fridge in knots and it’s an instant blanket; for a more personal touch—iron-on their name.

Fragrance is also hot this season. Think small sizes or diluted body spray, which can be found for $20 and under. Still can’t find that perfect scent?

Make your own with a perfume kit from www.emi.com. You can custom order a do it yourself cologne or perfume kit for $20.

For something ultra easy, but from the heart, make a mixed CD or for the more technology savvy gift givers, scan in photos and make a slideshow and upload to a recipient. Add some music and text to save as a screen saver.

Also easy is friendship bracelets, there back, so go retro to the 2nd grade when they were all the trend and make a couple dozen. They cost is less than $8 for colorful string and safety pins.

A spiritual gift can be easy to buy or easy to create. Head to the BYU-Idaho Bookstore or Deseret Book to browse their selection of spiritually themed pictures or scriptures. Some pictures cost less than $2. Have it matted to a frame for a polished and classy look.

Also classy and low-key are gift baskets. Purchase everything from basket to saran wrap at the dollar store. Simply pick a theme, such as Christmas, and fill a basket with handmade and dollar items to fit the theme.

It’s about more bang for your buck with a $20 price limit. Clothing stores such as The Gap and Old Navy help shoppers by putting clothes into price categories such as $10 and under, and Target.com has gift selection by price.

So with some great ideas and only 12 more shopping days until Christmas, happy hunting for holiday gifts.