10 Best Christmas Presents to Buy for a Woman for Under $25

A Christmas present that is sure to be appreciated all year long is a set of Hallmark© (PRODUCT) RED™ greeting cards. The purchase of these boxed cards supports the Global Fund to help eliminate HIV/AIDS in Africa. A set of 12 cards, some of which include music, can be purchased for $13 at www.hallmark.com or at any Hallmark store. These cards are a perfect Christmas present for the socially aware, thoughtful woman in your life, with a little bit of an edge. Birthday cards and Christmas cards from the (PRODUCT) RED™ collection are also available.

Best Christmas present to buy for a woman for less than $25 - #2 : Philosophy

Any Philosophy bath, shampoo, shower gel, skin care or fragrance product makes a great Christmas present for a woman of all ages and stages. Philosophy brand products have been developed with the intention of celebrating "feeling well and living joyously." A Christmas present of one of the seven "charity" products would be especially meaningful to a woman with a heart for the world and a desire to help out a worthy cause, as 100% of the proceeds from these products is donated to the designated charity. The Shower for the Cure shower gel benefits the Women's Cancer Research Fund. The Joyful Heart Candle, benefiting the Joyful Heart Foundation, The Tree House apple hand wash and hand cream set which benefits PBS and PBS kids, and the other charity products each make an ideal Christmas present for a woman for less than $25.00. Products may be ordered at www.philosophy.com.

Best Christmas present to buy for a woman for less than $25 - #3:Vanity Fair

A Christmas present that is sure to be enjoyed by the "starry-eyed" woman on your Christmas list is a one-year subscription to Vanity Fair magazine, for $18. The woman in your life will thank you every month when the current issue arrives in the mail. She can stay current with all the gossip, advice and exclusive coverage of today's Hollywood greats and not-so-greats. This Christmas present is ideal for the twenty-something, trendy woman as well as women of any age who want to stay informed about trends in pop culture. Vanity Fair subscriptions can be obtained on line at amazon.com, vanityfair.com or wrap up a current issue that you've pulled the mail in subscription card out of and include a note that you've ordered a year's worth of entertainment and information.

Best Christmas present to buy for a woman for less than $25 - #4: Pashmina/Silk Wrap

That special woman in your life will appreciate a pashmina/silk wrap by Saka's, available at drastically reduced prices at www.amazon.com. The shawl/stole/wrap, made of 80% pashmina and 20% silk is the perfect Christmas present for any woman who enjoys the luxurious feel of silk. This stole would be an ideal Christmas present for a high-powered business woman who needs to dress professionally, but enjoys adding a feminine touch to her wardrobe. A night on the town will be so much enjoyable when the woman in your life wears this versatile stole/wrap that is both light-weight and beautifully accessorizes any outfit. At a full retail price of over $100, this Christmas present is a bargain at amazon.com,yet still says "you're special."

Best Christmas present to buy for a woman for less than $25 - #5: William Morris Thermos or Water Bottle

An anemone or floral water bottle or thermos with patterns created by William Morris would be a great Christmas present for any woman on your shopping list! The thermoses each hold 500 ml (16.90 oz.) of coffee, tea or any hot or cold beverage. What a great way to brighten up the commute to work and make a stylish statement sitting on a desk. A $24.00 price tag makes these stylish thermoses the perfect Christmas present for the woman on the go. She'll be stylin' on the treadmill at the gym or watching a Little League game with a water bottle in a floral or anemone pattern, available for $16.00. Both the anemone and floral water bottles and thermoses are available at panitastores.com.

Best Christmas present to buy for a woman for less than $25 - #6: Isotoner Jingle 'brella - Micro Umbrella by Totes

An Isotoner Jingle 'brella by Totes makes the perfect Christmas present for any woman with too much to do and too few hands to carry one more thing! This umbrella, available in 18 colors, prints and patterns folds up into a compact 6 inches. The tiny size is perfect for stashing in a diaper bag, purse or brief case! With a canopy of 38" when opened, this umbrella would be an ideal Christmas present for any woman on the go! Totes Jingle 'brellas are available for $24 at www.totes-isotoner.com.

Best Christmas present to buy for a woman for less than $25 - #7: A Flock of Chicks through Heifer International

Former First Lady Barbara Bush explains, For sixty years Heifer International has brought dignity and self-reliance to families in need all over the world with its brilliantly simple solution-livestock and training for food and income." For a donation of $20 to Heifer International, you can purchase a perfect Christmas present for the woman who has "everything" and wants to give back to the world. A flock of chicks can help families in a multitude of under-developed countries by providing food and also a source of income. Your $20 donation, made on behalf of the socially conscious woman in your life will buy a starter flock of 10-50 chicks. With up to 200 eggs a year from one hen, families not only have food, but can share or sell what they don't eat. What better Christmas present could you give to the woman who cares deeply about the poor and needy in the world? To make a donation and find out more information, visit heifer.org.

Best Christmas present to buy for a woman for less than $25 - #8: Merry Berry Seed Wreath or Birdseed Globes

For the bird-watching, bird-loving woman in your life, an edible wreath or gourmet birdseed globes are sure to warm her heart. Either of these items would be an ideal Christmas present that she will enjoy and will also help out hungry birds when the snow begins to fall. The birdseed wreath is $24.95 and is fashioned from dried fruits, nuts and seeds that any bird will love. At nearly 2 pounds and 9" in diameter, this Christmas present will ensure many hours of enjoyment. Another great Christmas present for women who enjoy watching their fine feathered friends is a set of 3 Birdseed Globes, for $21.95. Each globe contains ¾ pounds of nuts, seed, and other delicacies. All three can be hung up at once, or one a time. These and other "bird-related" gifts are available at www.gardners.com.

Best Christmas present to buy for a woman for less than $25 - #9: GhirardelliTower

These chocolate treats are too amazing to share with the kids! The Ghirardelli Tower, with mint chocolate, dark chocolate, pecan caramel and a host of other chocolate delicacies would be the perfect Christmas present for any woman who enjoys an occasional indulgence. The peppermint hot cocoa mix, coffee and white mocha coffee drink mix are hand packed with the candy in a tower of six beautifully wrapped boxes. You'll always give the perfect Christmas present when you give the gift of fine chocolate! Even the woman on a diet can hide these goodies away and indulge on a day she's craving something sweet. The Ghirardelli Tower is available just about anywhere and can be purchased on line at winecountrygiftbaskets.com and many other web sites.

Best Christmas present to buy for a woman for less than $25 - #10: MiniGarden in a Pail

For the woman who loves plants and flowers, but just doesn't have a "green thumb" a mini garden from www.pottingshedcreations.com may just be the answer to giving her a "green" Christmas present. One of these potted gardens would be an ideal Christmas present for an apartment dweller or that special woman at work who could use a touch of color to brighten up her day. The mini gardens in a pail are available for $22. The galvanized bucket is 6" round x 5.5" tall with all the necessary ingredients to grow beautiful and fragrant flowers right in the pail. A stake and pencil are decoratively attached with hand-tied ribbon.