They’ll never know you only spent $2

Image: They'll never know you only spent $2:DiverseCity, 2404 K St., 444-7621:

Image: They’ll never know you only spent $2:DiverseCity, 2404 K St., 444-7621:

Danielle Anselmo
December 12, 2001

Times are tight. It’s hard to find an inexpensive, thoughtful giftwithout spending an entire weekend doing it. The State Hornet knowsyou’re low on time and cash, so we’re hooking you up with our guide toSacramento’s most unique cheap gifts. Just print this out and roll ondown to mid-town. We promise your friends won’t hate you (at least notbecause of your gifts).

$5 & under

Hand Painted Trinket Boxes — Micro-art at it’s finest. – $2 at Twisted.

Wooden Beaded Bracelet — Hippie-style – $2 at Twisted.

Travel Incense — 30 compact incense sticks, available in a variety ofscents, with a small stand. – $4.50 at How Tacky.

Nag Champa Incense — Earthy scents of the Far East in your own livingroom – $2 at Twisted.

Chinese Symbol Earrings — Small silver posts – $3 each or $5 a pair atTwisted.

PMS (Polish Mood Shades) — Funky nail polish – $2 at Twisted.

Cigars–Several brands – $3 – $5 at Twisted.

$10 and under

Floaty Pens — The always-popular cheeky little pop culture trinket -$5.50 at How Tacky.

Floaty Toothbrushes — A hygiene-conscious version of the above – $5.75at How Tacky.

Cigarette Holder — Is your best friend a drama queen? Give her thisquintessential ’40s starlet accessory – $9.99 at Prevues.

False Eyelashes — Available in scary, pretty and freaky – $2.99 – $5.99at Prevues.

$15 and under

“David” Candle Holder — Michelangelo’s masterpiece in frosted glass -$15 at How Tacky.

Tub Spinners — A body wash that doubles as a spiritual adviser (thinkMagic 8-Ball) – $15 at How Tacky.

“Cow Parade” Salt and Pepper Shakers — These intricately decoratedceramic figures are oddly amusing – $11.95 at DiverseCity.

Rings — Not just any rings. Big, cheesy costume rings – $13.99 each or$20 for two.

Cigarette Cases — Styles ranging from a fuzzy leopard print to polishedmetal – $8.99 – $12.99 at Prevues.

Liquid Latex–16 oz. of liquid lovin’ — $14.95 at Prevues.

$25 and under

Bettie Page Alarm Clocks — This classic seductress makes waking up fun -$22.50 at How Tacky.

Cow Parade Figurines — A larger version of the above Salt and PepperShakers – $19.95 at DiverseCity.

Handmade Purses — Several styles – $9.99 at Twisted.

Locations:

Prevues, 2417 K St., 448-2216.

How Tacky, 2425 J St., 443-1379.

Twisted, 3718 J St., 457-4141.

DiverseCity, 2404 K St., 444-7621.