Gift-giving is all about showing you care, and few presents convey thoughtfulness quite like personalized photo gifts. Whether it’s a heartwarming mug that sparks joy with every sip or a beautiful calendar that brightens someone’s year, photo gifts are the perfect way to celebrate cherished memories. And the best part? You don’t need to spend a fortune to create something meaningful.
We’ve rounded up 10 creative photo gift ideas under $30 that combine affordability, quality, and style—proving that great gifts can come with small price tags.
1. Photo Mug - $22
You can’t go wrong gifting a photo mug. They’re a great photo gift idea for anyone who enjoys a warm cup of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate … so, that’s like everyone, right? Our Photo Mugs are available in 11oz. and 15oz. sizes, and they can be customized to include photos, text, and graphics on the front, front and back, or as a wrap-around full banner.
Idea: If you’re shopping for a gift to give to a parent or grandparent from a child, have the child write a special message on paper, photograph it, and use it on one side of the mug, while including a photo of them on the other side.
2. Latte Mug - $28
Nothing says “I love you a latte” more than this personalized photo gift! Thanks to their affordable price, they’re also a great way to say “thanks a latte” to co-workers, teachers, coaches, or even your child’s bus driver. Note: the quality of our puns do not reflect on the quality of our products. Our Latte Mugs have a high-quality look and feel, and are dishwasher safe.
3. Photo Calendar - $27
Say goodbye to 2024, and hello to 2025! For a photo gift that will be appreciated 365 days a year, our Wall-Mounted Calendars are a great idea! Whether you’re shopping for Mom, a grandparent, friend, significant other, or your child’s teacher, when they open their gift, they’ll see how much love and thought went into creating a gift custom-made just for them. Check out this photo calendar gift guide to learn more about them and for some tips and ideas on ways you can customize your photo calendar to make it absolutely perfect.
4. Softcover Photo Book - $18
A Softcover Photo Book is a fantastic photo gift idea that falls under the $30 price point. It’s a beautiful way to share your favourite memories, and will touch the heart of anyone receiving it as a gift. Despite their great price—a 20-page 6”x6” photo book is only $18!—they’re a quality photo gift made from nothing but the best materials. Your photos are printed using HP Indigo inks, which are water-based and non-toxic, and our proprietary printing software, so your images are sharp, accurate, and vibrant. You can customize your photo book to have as few as 20 page or as many as 120 pages, which are made with a sturdy 100-pound photo paper. Posterjack Softcover Photo Books come in six different sizes and are professionally-bound and made in our Toronto workshop.
5. Peel & Stick Wall Decals - $7
With prices starting at just $7 for an 8”x8” print, Peel & Stick Posters make a great gift or stocking stuffer! They’re made from a linen-based material and special adhesive, so they can be applied to nearly any surface, repositioned up to 50 times, and won’t leave holes in the wall or damage paint. They’re a fantastic gift idea for students living in dorms or renters, since they won’t wreck the surface they’re applied to, and because they’re so affordable, they’re a fun gift for teenagers who like to display their favourite Instagram photos on their wall, changing it up on a regular basis.
Related: Better Than Vinyl: Personalize Your Space with Peel & Stick Prints
6. Photoboard - $27
Here's another incredible gift idea that falls under the $30 price point. Because they don’t have a frame, a Photoboard is a great photo gift idea for the person who has a clean, modern decor style. From black and white photos to landscapes, portraits, and everything in between, all types of images will look great printed as a Photoboard, so you really can’t go wrong gifting this photo art product! Want a behind-the-scenes look at a Photoboard being made? Check out this short video:
7. Fine Art Prints - $13
A Fine Art Print is a quality photo gift idea under $30. Made using the very best photo paper (Hahnemuehle Photo Rag), premium-quality inks, and our proprietary printing software, photos are vibrant and rated for 200+ years of fade-resistance. They’re truly one of the nicest prints you can buy. They’re available in over 40 different sizes, nine of which fall under the $30 mark, so you have a lot of great options and could even choose to create more than one print and still stay within budget.
8. Poster Prints - $5
Always one of our top sellers, we’ve been making Poster Prints since 2009. Surprise a loved one with a photo gift featuring their favourite photo or an image they’ve never seen before that you’re sure they’ll adore. Made in Canada, we use the best papers, inks, and printers to create a product that will last for years. Available in Satin-Matte or Glossy, our Poster Prints have 24 different sizes that are under $30!
9. Folded Card - $3.50
Add a special touch of personalization to your holiday cards, invitations, birth announcements, and thank you cards with a customized Folded Card. Available in 3.5”x5” or 5”x7”, your photos, text, and/or graphics will be printed on premium cardstock, and every card comes with its own envelope. Whether you want to include a unique card with a gift you already have or plan to send out a large batch of cards to your friends and family, when they receive your card they’re going to make sure it’s displayed front and centre on their mantle or shelf.
Related: Ultimate Guide to Holiday Cards: Turn Your Favourite Photos into Memorable Greetings
10. Gift Card - $10 (and up)
Want to let the person you’re giving the gift to choose their own photo art? A Posterjack Gift Certificate is a great idea! They’re available in $10 and up and are instantly emailed to you, so you can print it off right away, making it an amazing last-minute gift idea too!
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Whatever your budget and whoever you’re shopping for, Posterjack has the perfect gift. Check out the Gift Ideas section of our blog for other great product round-ups and ideas. If you’re on the hunt for additional savings, be sure to subscribe to our email newsletter so you’re the first to know when we have special deals and promotions, simply enter your email at the bottom of this page to sign up.
