7 gifts under five dollars

Find tea infusers at World Market in West Ashley and at other merchandisers. They are used to make teas that require straining, such as loose herbal ones. Infusers can be found in a wide variety of designs to match the personalities of those on your gift list. Popular styles include mesh baskets and stainless steel tea spoons from about $1.99 and up.

Mosaic, ceramic and wood candle gardens are selling for $5 at Family Dollar stores. Similar items can be found at other discount stores, including Dollar General and Dollar Tree.

Gardening gloves for men and women, including those made with cowhide, latex and cotton are selling at Sears and Kmart for 97 cents to $4.99. Check Sears' Web site to see which ones it sells and which ones Kmart, its sister store, sells. Information on whether the gloves are available in-store or online also can be found on the site.

Look for small picture frames for $5 or less that can be made so special when they include a photo that captures a moment from long ago or a piece of family history. Pick a photo with an image from summer at camp, a birthday party or graduation. A frame that holds a collage of photos and functions as a wall-mounted jewelry box can be found at Family Dollar for the same price.

PetSmart and Superpetz carry place mats that sell for $4.99 or less. Check other stores carrying supplies for Fido and Fluffy to locate similar cute gifts. You'll find mats that say cute things like "paws" and "woof" that will make the perfect gift for the pet on your list.

Clear glass containers like those sold at Target, Michaels and other stores make versatile, elegant gifts. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes and when holding sea glass, colored sand, stones or other items can complement a home's decor. Expect the containers to be priced at $3 and up.

Dr. Bronner's certified organic soaps, including scents such as eucalyptus, peppermint and tea tree, sell for under $5 a bar at stores such as Books, Herbs and Spices on Spring Street and Whole Foods in Mount Pleasant. The company's 2 oz. and 4 oz. liquid soaps sell for less than $5, too.