Cheap gift ideas that do not look cheap
Updated: October 4, 2026
A cheap gift does not have to look cheap. Personal things that took time and thought usually cost very little.
Cheap gift ideas
1.A letter with photos
Honest words and a few favourite photos.
See an example: Letter2.A timeline of your friendship
Your key moments in order, with dates and short notes.
See an example: Timeline3.Wishes from many people
Friends add photos and words through one link; nobody has to chip in.
See an example: Board4.A jar of reasons
Dozens of notes with memories and compliments.
5.Home baking
Cookies or jam, nicely packed, look like a gift from a good shop.
6.Vouchers for time together
Breakfast in bed, a phone-free evening; they cost only paper.
A free gift that does not look free
Your first Storka gift is free. The free templates are the letter, timeline, album, wishes board and postcards.
Templates that fit
Make a gift like this in minutes
Add photos and a few words, then send a link. Your first gift is free.
Make a free giftFrequently asked questions
- What gift can I give for free?
- A letter, vouchers for time together or an online gift with your photos.