Art doesn’t have to be expensive to be worthwhile. Artists in your community are making something in your price range. Ceramics, wood work, handmade jewelry, metal work and textiles are a particularly affordable option. You can find something special for as little as $10.
Don’t want to add to someone’s clutter? Artists conduct workshops and classes in person and online. Most are accessible to budding artists.
I recommend buying local if you can because it will benefit your community. However, buying anything hand made helps to support an artist who probably needs a little help to keep going.