Lovely, but cheap gift ideas for everyone

Some people are difficult to buy for when they seem to have everything. Consider these ideas for fabulous, but cheap gift ideas.

Most people know someone who seems to have it all. Birthdays and holidays become dreaded occasions when gift-giving is considered. But there are some gifts that can be useful for just about anyone.

One easy gift to buy is a calendar. So many different types exist that it is hard to go wrong. From full-size ones to small desk-top tear sheet calendars, think first about the gift recipient's interests. Current movie themes often make the calendar racks along with the usual scenery and sport images. Ask yourself what the person likes to do in his or her spare time. Or what kind of work do they do that might spur some thoughts toward a daily desk-top calendar with quotes or inspirations. Peruse the discount stores and bookstores and no doubt you will find a suitable calendar.

Another great gift idea is daily devotional books. They needn't be religious as there are a variety of choices available. Anymore, you will find daily books that speak to first-time parents and their concerns as well as daily tips for busy parents to keep their sanity. For the spiritual person in your life, there are many choices to consider. Specific religions sometimes offer daily books as do general publishers which produce devotionals for all denominations. Take a look at your local bookstore and think hard about the life and concerns about the person you are buying for.

Clocks can also make great gifts as most people enjoy knowing what time it is. If you happen to be familiar with someone's home you can decide whether a wall or desk-top clock is appropriate. From there you can decide whether digital or not is best and what color or theme is being presented with the clock.

A favorite for many years is a truly nice pen. Most people write and a good sturdy pen, possibly engraved, can be just what that special someone is looking for.

Photo albums are also treasures to give. Most have archival quality anymore and they come in all sizes, colors and decorations. Discount stores often have a variety for sale as do retail photo stores. Purchase one that is capable of storing 3 1/2 x 5 or 4 x 6 pictures in case the person you are buying for gets pictures developed in both sizes.

Memory album supplies can be a great gift idea too. Depending on the personality of the person you are buying for, if they have a tendency for creativity it might just make the ideal gift anytime of year.

So consider all facets when deciding on which gift to purchase. Most people can benefit from any of the above options, so grab your car keys and head to the store.