Nov 3

Nov 3 20 Van Life Gifts UNDER £10!

Van Life Gifts 2019 - The Indie Projects

Buying gifts can be tricky, so rather than trawling through the entire internet looking for a gift I’ve compiled a list of 20 fantastic gifts all under a tenner. None of these will break the bank and it will give you a good feeling knowing you’ve got a decent gift and the recipient is happy they didn’t get another pair of socks.

Everything on this list is under £10 and available on Amazon Prime with 2-day shipping in case you might have left it a little late on buying a gift. If you don’t already have Amazon Prime, you can always grab a free 30-day trial here!

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20 Van Life Gifts UNDER £10!

Leveller

You may be thinking ‘seriously?!’ but these things become the first port of call when you are setting up camp for the night. It’s crazy how much an unbalanced nights sleep can affect you. Grab one of these small but mighty levellers here.

Ice Scraper

Another absurdly practical gift. Travelling in a camper van isn’t just for the summer, and there may come a time that these will be handy inside the van too! I can think of quite a few occasions whilst travelling in our old van throughout Europe (particularly Norway, Sweden and Slovenia) where one of these would have been incredibly handy. Pick one up here and you will be in your camper van friends good-books come the icy season.

Mystical Fire

Camping and campfires go hand in hand, sitting around a fire keeping warm, chatting and cooking. These clever packets add an amazing splash of colour to any fire - campfire, woodburner etc - last a good hour and only cost a couple of pounds! Grab them here and give the gift of the mystical fire.

Fairy lights

Fairy lights are an absolute must to add a cosy glow in a small space. I particularly enjoy the ‘warm white’ variety to create a soft warmth throughout the van and have them set up in both the kitchen and bedroom of my sprinter van. A practical yet pretty gift to add to any van lifers home - get them here..

reusable coffee mug

Reusable coffee mugs (not just for coffee!) are a wonderful gift for anyone who enjoys hot drinks, as they keep your drink warm and secure whilst you’re driving or sitting around. Most coffee shops will also give you a discount off your coffee if you take your mug in with you, which is a win for both you and the environment. Here is a fantastic selection of mugs starting from just £3.99 for any adventure.

gas level indicator

There’s quite a few of these knocking around online, varying from cheap to eye wateringly expensive. Sitting comfortably at £4.50 this clever little gadget has over 100 5 star reviews, meaning it must be working well for them! Running out of gas is frustrating, to say the least, so being able to keep an eye on the levels is ideal. Grab one of these practical yet thoughtful gifts here.

storage felt pouch

Lightweight, sturdy felt design to keep everything within arms reach, there’s even space for a charger wire in the bottom! This can slot down your chair or bed for an easy storage addition in your van. Grab one here!

magnetic hooks

Another practical yet incredibly handy (or should I say hangy) gift, magnetic hooks are a fantastic gift for any camper van, as you can rearrange them wherever you like whenever you like. I know I’m going to be grabbing a pair for my sliding door window curtain that I’ve been struggling to find a way to secure! You can get them here from only £5.95 for a 6 pack.

stunning cupboard knobs

These will spruce up any area immediately, and require practically no effort in doing so! It’s pretty cool how changing the knobs on a drawer or cupboard can transform an area, and in a small space these are sure to make an impact. Starting at £6.50 you can get an array of stylish additions for furniture below:

•Arrow

•Elephant

•Pineapple

•Crackled

Personalised Campervan Sign

Personalised gifts always feel a lot more heartfelt, don’t you think? And for less than a tenner, you can make your friends feel super special! Get your personalised camper van sign here.

Push Lights

Oh look, it’s another practical gift! I don’t know about you but I’m a massive fan of practical gifts, and these simple push lights are a handy addition to any van, especially as you can fix them incredibly easily. Requiring AAA to power them, these LEDs would be super handy in your garage area, under cupboards or even by your bedside for easy light in the night when you need to pee. You can get them here.

Picnic Blanket

This extra large picnic blanket (200cm x 200cm) can fit up to 8 adults, comes in a couple of different designs and is both waterproof and sand-proof - perfect for outside lounging. It folds away neatly and can be packed into your van in no time, you can buy it here.

Toaster

Made from stainless steel, this toaster folds down to pack away easily and can toast up to two slices at a time on top of the hob. A lot less power than an electric toaster and the perfect method for toast on the road if you don’t have a grill. You can buy it here.

Collapsible Dish Drainer

Available in a variety of colours, this collapsible dish drainer ensure your dishes dry effectively with zero spillage as they’re contained within the collapsible walls. Ideal for small spaces, it is handy for anyone without space for a permanent dish drainer in the van. You can buy it here.

Reusable Produce Bags

Made from cotton, these reusable produce bags are a fantastic alternative to single use plastic bags supplied for carrying your apples and pears at the supermarket! You can get a 4 pack here.

Unbreakable Wine Glass

No matter how hard you try, if you're in a campervan you inevitably smash a glass, it's a fact! These silicone glasses are unbreakable, shatter proof, stain resistant, and pack away nice and neatly. Not long after writing this post I proceeded to smash a glass in the van, I guess I could do with these too!Grab a pair here and don't worry about smashing a glass ever again!

Reusable Shopping Bag

Practical, reusable, large capacity, washable produce bag. Pack it down to a small size that can fit in your pocket yet large enough to fit a number of shopping items, this bag is an ideal replacement for single use plastic bags that cost you money at the checkout. And they can also double up as a hanging fruit basket as used in my van which you can see here!

Grab a two pack of these cotton woven bags here.

VW camper van scarf

Possibly the most ideal winter gifts out there for campervan lovers, especially those with a soft spot for VWs! Coming in 4 different colours it's a bargain at only £8.49. Get one here.

Scratch map

A lightweight gift that will add a nice flare to any wall! Maps are a great way to keep track of your travels, so this one which you can scratch off each new destination on is a winner. Pick one up here, from the UK, Europe, or even the world.

Immortal Plants

You may call them fake plants, but immortal plants has a much more appealing angle. Lets face it, keeping plants alive in a van can be a struggle, so why not save the heartbreak and grab some immortal succulents instead?