Nothing says happy holidays like free stuff. And this year especially, people are looking for ways to give gifts that won't cost too much but will still be appreciated. Step in, free gift cards.

That's right, you can get free gift cards -- at least free in the sense that it won't cost you the price of the gift card to get one. Since gift cards are still expected to be the most requested gift this year, according to the National Retail Federation, it seems like giving someone what they want for free is a no-brainer. Here are six ways to give a great gift that won't break your budget.