This holiday season, make your gifts count. Instead of disposable trinkets that end up in a drawer, choose tools, books, and items that are genuinely useful, built to last, and crafted with integrity. At Nat Ord Artist + Supplier, we believe quality doesn’t have to break the bank.
We’ve curated the ultimate list of 10 highly functional, high-quality gifts, all available for under $50, ensuring you can deliver thoughtful presents without compromising your budget.
Perfect for Secret Santa & Kris Kringle!
These gifts are not just affordable, they are universally appreciated and high-quality, making them ideal for office exchanges, friendship circles, and family Kris Kringle games where the budget is strictly enforced (typically around $50). You avoid the stress of buying something impersonal and guarantee your recipient gets a durable, genuinely useful item they’ll love.
10 Quality Gifts from Nat Ord Artist + Supplier Under $50
1. The Heirloom Kitchen Tool
Handcarved Spoon by Nat Ord ($42)
Skip the mass-produced gadget and give a piece of art that’s used every day. This beautiful, liquid-amber wood spoon is handcrafted, making it a truly unique gift for the slow-living enthusiast or the home cook who appreciates the beauty of natural materials.
2. The Essential Adventure Gear
Atka Dry Bag 15L ($37)
For the hiker, kayaker, or camper, a waterproof dry bag is an indispensable piece of gear. This 15L dry bag ensures their essentials—phone, wallet, and keys—stay perfectly dry, no matter the conditions, highlighting its sheer practicality.
3. The Pocket-Sized Field Guide
Compact Australian Bird Guide ($35)
Perfect for the nature lover, this compact guide is highly functional for identification on the go. Its size makes it easy to slip into a daypack or glove box, encouraging birdwatching and a deeper connection with the outdoors.
[Shop the Compact Birds Guide]
4. The Craft of the Maker
Wood Craft: Master the Art of Green Woodworking (Book, $46)
Inspire a friend to learn a timeless, tangible skill. This book provides a quality deep-dive into green woodworking, offering both useful knowledge and the motivation to create something with their own hands.
5. The Fire-Starter’s Companion
Light My Fire Firelighting Kit ($45)
A reliable fire-starting kit is a necessity, not a novelty, for anyone spending time in the bush. This Swedish-designed kit provides a robust, fail-safe way to get a fire going, emphasizing safety and self-sufficiency.
6. The Ultimate Gardening Multi-Tool
Hori Hori Japanese Garden Knife ($48)
Known as the ultimate gardening knife, the Hori Hori can dig, cut, weed, measure, and transplant. Its high-quality, durable construction makes it an indispensable tool that will earn its place in any gardener’s shed for years to come.
7. The Stylish Storage Solution
Toyo Steel T-190 Trunk Shape Toolbox ($43)
A masterpiece of Japanese utility, this seamless steel toolbox offers exceptional quality for storing craft supplies, workshop tools, or even desktop clutter. Its minimalist design is as stylish as it is functional.
8. The Classic Everyday Carry Knife
Opinel No 6 Folding Knife with Walnut Handle ($41)
Opinel has been crafting high-quality knives for over a century. The No 6 is a compact, reliable folding knife with an elegant walnut handle, perfect for everyday utility tasks, food prep, or just a quality pocket companion.
9. The Specialized Foraging Tool
Opinel Mushroom Foraging Knife ($49)
For the foodie, forager, or bush-walker, this specialized knife is the gold standard. It features a curved blade for harvesting and a boar-bristle brush for cleaning, making it a highly thoughtful and practical gift for a niche hobby.
[Shop the Opinel Mushroom Knife]
10. The Flexible Option
Nat Ord Artist + Supplier Gift Certificate (Starting at $50)
When you’re shopping for someone who is hard to buy for, a gift certificate is the most useful gift of all. It ensures they get exactly the high-quality tool or unique item they’ve been wishing for from the Nat Ord collection.
Quality Doesn’t Have to Be Costly
This Christmas, focus on gifts that stand the test of time. These 10 items from Nat Ord prove that you can deliver exceptional quality and genuine utility without exceeding the $50 limit, making them a smash hit for your next gift exchange.
Ready to find the perfect gift? Explore the full collection of gifts under $50 today!
About Nat Ord
I’m an authorised Australian retailer for Gränsfors Bruk, Morakniv, Light My Fire, Ledlenser, Kirschen and Opinel. At the same time, I also run spoon-carving workshops. Above all, I love helping people choose the right gear and learn new skills. So, if you need advice, just reach out.
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