Spirit of Giving Fits Everyone's Budget

NATICK, Mass., Nov. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- This holiday season promises a return to old-fashioned values: It's the thought that counts, and it's about quality -- not how much you spend. According to a National Retail Federation survey, 40 percent of consumers say price will have the most influence on their buying decisions this year so BJ's Wholesale Club has compiled a list of gifts under $30 to help make gift giving easy and affordable.

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"Many of our members have a long list of holiday gifts to buy so it's important to offer them a large selection of gift options to fit their budget," said Chris Neppl, EVP of Merchandising at BJ's Wholesale Club. "Whether it's entertaining, decorating or gifts, BJ's has everything shoppers need for the holidays under one roof."

BJ's has a great selection of brand name gifts perfect for co-workers, friends or relatives. Below is a sampling of what is available now for the holidays under $30.

Gifts for Her:

Set of 8 Royal Bohemia Etched Wine Glasses - Make any gathering sparkle with red or white wine glasses in mouth-blown, lead-free crystal with diamond-cut etching ($29.99)

7-Piece Olive Oil Dipping Set - Add a sophisticated touch to a dinner or cocktail party with this elegant set. Includes an oil cruet, bread tray, four dipping plates and a metal stand. ($19.99) Don't forget to pick up freshly baked bread at BJ's Bakery!

Laura Ashley Robe - Give a gift of luxury with a great price with this warm and cozy, yet stylish designer robe. ($19.99)

Twinings(R) Tea Chest - Give the gift of tea with a reusable faux leather chest complete with a decorative ceramic tea pot and a special stash of assorted gourmet teas from the Twinings Seasonal Selection. ($19.99)

Gifts for Him:

Remington(R) ShortCut Curved Do-It-Yourself Hair Clipper - Save money and time with this easy-to-use brush-shaped clipper. Curved-blade cutting system makes haircuts quick and easy. This clipper comes with a bonus nose and ear trimmer. ($29.99)

Wii(TM) Ultimate Action Pack by Intec - One of the hottest must-haves this holiday season. Includes swords, two tennis racquets, a baseball bat and telescoping golf club attachment for the Wii(TM) remote. ($19.99)

Hampton Forge 9-Piece Bar Set - Shake things up this holiday season with a stainless steel cocktail shaker, bottle opener and more. Stores compactly in a wooden tray. ($29.99)

Antec Notebook Cooler - Increase the lifespan of laptops by decreasing overheating with this notebook cooler. No batteries or power adapter needed. ($29.99, after rebate $21.99)

Gifts for Kids:

Little Tikes(R) My Real Digital Camera - Inspire a budding photographer with this kid-proof camera that shoots real digital photos. Made for preschoolers with big buttons and protected LCD display. Stores 1,000 shots. ($29.99)

Pre-school Classics Radio Control GM(R) Muscle Cars - '57 Chevy or '53 Corvette, super-sized for little hands. Fun sounds and easy grip controls. ($17.99)

CAT(R) Workbench - Give little builders the tools they need to experience a whole new dimension of creative and imaginative play with this workbench equipped with many special pretend tools including a hammer, screwdriver, nails, screws and a wrench, as well as 40 Maxi blocks and special pieces. Also features practical integrated storage for easy clean up. ($29.99)

Lincoln Logs(R) Happy Valley Farm - Let kids build their own log cabin with this 211-piece set that includes real wood logs, plastic figures, accessories and instructions. Ages 3 and up. ($29.99)

About BJ's Wholesale Club

BJ's Wholesale Club is dedicated to providing its members with high-quality, brand name food and merchandise at prices that are significantly lower than the prices found at supermarkets, supercenters, department stores, drug stores and specialty retail stores. BJ's offers low BJ's Member Pricing on a huge selection of top-brand apparel and accessories, small appliances, consumer electronics, fine jewelry, groceries and other quality merchandise. Headquartered in Natick, Massachusetts, BJ's Wholesale Club, Inc. is a leading operator of warehouse clubs in the eastern United States. The Company currently operates 177 clubs and 100 gas stations in 15 eastern states. Shop online or learn more about BJ's Wholesale Club at www.bjs.com .