In Buddhism every Thursday is a festival of joy. How do you show appreciation to others when you don't have much money?
Here are some ideas, some obvious, perhaps, that just provide you with a spark of thought. The definition of "plain" is also broad, some of which may cost more than others, some of which may cost less.
1. Create a picture of you and him or her
2. Shampoo or body wash
3. Beautiful magazines
4. Personalized cup with selected coffee
5. Fancy pens
6. Photo Album
7. Bake homemade cookies
8. Walnut cake
9. Delicate spice basket
10. Gift Certificates to personal preference stores
11. This person likes a fired disc of songs
12. A handwritten letter with your best wishes
13. An ornamental plant
14. Movie tickets and a pot of popcorn
15. Soup powder
16. Personalized shirts
17. Stamps
18. Iou booklet
19. Knitted fabrics
20. A vial filled with notes
21. Gel
22. Make homemade bread
23. Books
24. Common prescriptions
25.DVD
26. Make your own art
27. Scented candles
28. Homemade devices
29. Razor
30. Tea and cups