Beanie Caps Vs Socks: Inexpensive Gift Ideas In this Pandemic?

TomokoAdhami

Greetings!
I remember each year I have enough savings and budget to give some unique gifts to different family members, but this Covid-19 pandemic news like this https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/dec/17/covid-coronavirus-tough-uk-restrictions-to-last-until-february-at-least-say-experts are making us a little worried. Though I am working remotely, but uncertainty is the market, and some financial issues are not allowing me to invest a lot in Christmas gifts. That's why I am thinking to buy men socks or beanie caps in bulk for my male family members. Actually, I always give unique Christmas gifts to my in-laws, my own family and some family friends according to their taste and needs. However, my husband is suggesting me to buy gifts in bulk, and they should be utilizable ones that's why beanie caps and socks came into my mind.

In this regard, I am finding colourful beanie caps at Village Hats and Taylor Hats here but don't you think I should buy them from wholesaler to save more money? I found this wholesaler as a good option but I'm confused about their shipment time. Or it would be a time taking procedure and could also be risky because I have fewer days? By the way, my friend even suggested me Fjallraven store. Honestly, their colourful beanie caps are amazing but as I don't have any previous purchase experience, that's why I am hesitating to make an order. If you have tried their products, then you can share your reviews here. On the other hand, I am also thinking about socks, and I think everyone can utilize this gift in these winters. But then I think it would be a worth-giving gift, especially if I talk about my in-laws. I have also think about a variety of other cheap gift ideas, but then it becomes tough to gift the same item to all members due to their age, gender etc. 

First of all, I would like to know your thoughts about these two gift ideas, beanie caps and socks. Then, I would also like to know your suggestions about the other cheap gift ideas that I can give the entire family without any discrimination of age and gender. 

Arthog

Some years ago, a work colleague who had 2 young children and also had just moved house found themselves skint at Christmas time. They decided to give everyone just a mug for Christmas. They explained it all to everyone. This may be an idea for you, along with your great ideas.

If Charity shops are open in your area, you'll find lots of new-quality mugs to choose from. Very MSE.

elsien

Good luck with trying to order anything in bulk at this late stage and having it arrive in time. 

There aren’t really any ubiquitous gifts that everyone would want.  I tend to settle for booze or chocolate which at least I know will get eaten, 

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Beanie's, scarves, socks ...... consider versions made of bamboo and/or banana fibre - a new, and preferable, angle on an old- style present 🎄👍
But as @elsien said, leaving buying this late will mean it won't get delivered in time for christmas.

TomokoAdhami

elsien said:

Good luck with trying to order anything in bulk at this late stage and having it arrive in time. 

There aren’t really any ubiquitous gifts that everyone would want.  I tend to settle for booze or chocolate which at least I know will get eaten, 

Yes, I am also concerned about delivery but yes chocolates or anything similar like brownies, small cakes or cookies could also be excellent ideas. Thanks for your suggestion. 

TomokoAdhami

Catsacor said:

Beanie's, scarves, socks ...... consider versions made of bamboo and/or banana fibre - a new, and preferable, angle on an old- style present 🎄👍
But as @elsien said, leaving buying this late will mean it won't get delivered in time for christmas.

Yeah! I didn't consider scarves but I would have to compare their charges with beanie and socks. I can check them but not sure about the on-time delivery. 

TomokoAdhami

Arthog said:

Some years ago, a work colleague who had 2 young children and also had just moved house found themselves skint at Christmas time. They decided to give everyone just a mug for Christmas. They explained it all to everyone. This may be an idea for you, along with your great ideas.

If Charity shops are open in your area, you'll find lots of new-quality mugs to choose from. Very MSE.

That's also a nice idea but due to some official work and personal reasons, I am not willing to visit any shop. Yes, I only want to make an online order with on-time delivery.