Funny Secret Santa Ideas for Work
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40 of the Best Secret Santa Gifts to Give Friends, Coworkers and Whoever Else You May Pick
Our gift to you: All of these ideas come in under $25.
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Secret Santa gift exchanges can go one of two ways: You either get someone you know super well or a person you've barely (if, ever) spoken to. While you may take a sigh of relief when you pick your work wife, best friend or closest family member, it can still be tricky to find a unique Secret Santa gift that stays under budget. Luckily, we've rounded up tons of affordable gift ideas — some personalized Etsy finds, others that can be purchased at the very last minute — that work for just about anyone, whether you're shopping for your boss or your cousin who you haven't seen in decades.
Even if you're mere strangers, you shouldn't skimp on creativity come Christmastime. Look for a gift that taps into their known hobbies and interests: grilling, hiking, cheering on their favorite sports team, taking bubble baths and more. Not sure what they're into? You can't go wrong with a classic gift for him or her, like a funny card game or freezable beer glass. Since many workplaces and families give guidelines on spending limits, we found the best options for every budget, starting under $10. But if you have more money to spend ($25 or $40, perhaps), then pick up a few smaller gifts and put together a custom gift basket. They're sure to love it.
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Something Useful for Your Coworker
Portable Cool Mist Humidifier
Take her multi-tasking skills up a level. While she's hard at work, she can give her skin much-needed TLC by keeping this USB-powered humidifier close by.
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Divide It Between Friends
Freeze Beer Glasses
Stick these two glasses in the freezer a few hours before the big game to ensure that they'll keep beer (or any non-alcoholic drink) perfectly chilled from start to finish. Are they more of a wine drinker? Host makes chillable stemless wine glasses, too.
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Perfect for Her
Claw Clips
Scrunchies are out, claw clips are in — at least that's what the teens are saying. These four tortoise clips look more elevated than the ones she wore way back when, but they're just as versatile.
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Go Funny or Work-Appropriate
5-Pack Patterned Socks
Spruce up his everyday look with stripes, polka dots, cartoon animals and other eye-catching designs. Go for something more silly or serious — or pick up two packs of dress socks for a mix of the two.
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Fun for the Whole Family
Gift Set
This wooden box is packed with sugary-sweet surprises: Tucked inside, there are eight individually-packed teas in four different flavors and shapes, everything from peppermint hearts to citrus ginger flowers.
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Foodie Dice
Sometimes, playing with your food is necessary. When you can't settle on what to prepare for dinner, let this game of dice make the decision for you, pointing you to thousands of delicious meal combinations with items you already have tucked away in your pantry.
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Ice Roller
If she keeps this ice roller in the freezer, it'll be ready whenever she needs it most: the early mornings after a long night out, the days when she skimped out on sunscreen or as soon as her tension headache hits.
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LED Flashlight Gloves
These gloves will light his way, making it possible for Mr. Fix to tackle home improvement projects and car repairs at all hours of the night. Plus, he can even wear them on his early morning runs, so that cars can spot him from a distance.
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Recycled Record Bottle Opener
Get the party going with one of these bottle openers, decorated with the actual vinyl design from a vintage record. You won't know which record you get until your order comes in the mail — and hey, that's half the fun.
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"If You Can Read This Bring Me ..." Socks
A head's up: If you give her these socks, she'll expect you to pour her a glass of her favorite vino right then and there. That means, if you're under budget, you might as well pair it with a bottle of her favorite red or white.
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The Original Card Game
Unlike other popular card games, this one encourages new and old friends to dig deeper with thought-provoking conversations. Each card color indicates an intensity level, starting with blue (the easiest, most lighthearted questions) to red (the most intimate ones).
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Sweet and Savory Hot Sauce Duo
Some like it hot, some like it sweet, but your pal appreciates a little bit of both. Good thing because this hot sauce duo highlights both flavors in a big way — the more mild one is flavored with herbs and spices while the sweet heat variety blends fruit with habanero peppers.
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How Far You Have Come: Musings on Beauty and Courage
Let Morgan Harper Nichols remind her just how beautiful she is. The celebrated artist and writer combines personal essays with poignant poetry to inspire her to find courage in every moment and embrace their individuality along the way.
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National Parks Color Map Mug
Each time your adventure buddy checks one of the National Parks off their bucket list, they can come home and color in the corresponding tree on this map. Sixty-two parks and 50 states later, they'll have all of their memories in mug form.
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Florinda Pot
Show up with an empty pot, so they can pick out their very own plant baby. You can also make the decision for them, but in that case, be sure to go for something low-maintenance in case they're lacking a green thumb.
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Dwight Schrute Sequin Pillow Cover
Nothing's better than coming home to Dwight Schrute's less-than-excited face. When they want to disguise their obsession with The Office(perhaps when they're hosting a more formal affair), they can swipe the sequins in the opposite direction for a solid black pillow.
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Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser
Everyone's got one — except her. Ease her into the world of essential oils with this affordable oil diffuser, which has 7,000+ rave reviews on Amazon.
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Bath Bomb Gift Set
Give them the gift of zen with this set of six scented bath bombs. Each one is packed with different essential oils and nourishing ingredients to ensure that their bubble bath is as luxe and spa-worthy as possible.
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Bottle Stopper Garden Kit
No green thumbs needed: Repurpose an empty bottle of vino with one of these kits, which grow indoor herbs or wildflowers. Even in the dead of winter, seedlings will appear in as little as three days.
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Infuse & Pour Alcohol Kit
If they love a good mixed drink, this kit makes it super easy to whip up an impressive cocktail. All they have to do it pick their favorite dehydrated fruits and spices, pour in the alcohol and after a week they'll have a fully infused blend that's ready to pour.
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52 Lists for Calm: Journaling Inspiration for Soothing Anxiety and Creating a Peaceful Life
True peace comes from within, and this prompted journal will help her experience it firsthand. Inside, this journal has encouraging quotes, helpful tips, and 52 prompts to inspire a more zen life.
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Soft Plush Slippers
Comfort is the ultimate gift — no questions asked. More than 30,000 Amazon shoppers rave about these ultra-chic slippers, and one reviewer even claims that they "feel like a hug on my feet."
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Stationery Subscription
If pretty stationery brings her joy, then sign her up for this luxury subscription service. Each month, she'll receive a box of high-quality writing utensils or planner accessories, depending on which subscription you choose.
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Personalized Starbucks Cup
Since she's already racking up all the stars on her Starbucks card, give her something to show off her pride and joy (a.k.a. her coffee). This reusable cold coffee cup can be personalized with her name, nickname or initials.
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Birth Month Flower Tea Towels
Make a kitchen staple more personal by picking a watercolor design that aligns with her birth month. Along with the gorgeous floral print, each cotton towel outlines unique personality characteristics that she likely has (think: loyalty and humility).
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Geode State House Charms
Once they turn on the twinkle lights, this geode-inspired ornament will offer a sparkly nod to their former or current home state. After the holiday season wraps, they can tie it to a window pane for a similar iridescent glow.
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Rustic Farmhouse Throw Blanket
Give her what she's always wanted with this cozy throw: a house that Joanna Gaines would approve of. Or at least give her something to wrap up in when her partner cranks up the A/C.
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Custom Face Socks
The options are endless: Once you pick the perfect color combination, personalize these socks with your face, or earn brownie points by adding the mug of their spouse, pet or kid.
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Herb Garden Seed Starter Kit
As long as they have a windowsill in a sunny spot, they can grow these herbs. This kit comes with everything they need — seeds, pots, and soil — to grow their own parsley, thyme, cilantro and basil.
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Weekly Planner Pad
If she prefers putting pen to paper, then gift her this weekly planner to help her keep track of her appointments, meetings, assignments and other deadlines. Since the tear-off pages aren't dated, she can start using it whenever.
Amanda Garrity Editor Amanda Garrity has over seven years of experience writing lifestyle content, including almost five years on staff at Good Housekeeping, where she covered all things home and holiday, including the latest interior design trends, inspiring DIY ideas and gift guides for any (and every) occasion.
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