White Elephant Gift Ideas People Will Want to Steal

The best white elephant gifts get a laugh and a little friendly competition. This guide gathers fun kitchen gadgets, cozy things to wear at home and a party game that people actually want to take home. Bring one of these and watch it change hands a few times before the game is over.

White Elephant Gifts

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Dash Mini Waffle Maker

A small countertop waffle maker that makes one 4-inch waffle at a time.

Suits: Anyone who likes a fun kitchen gadget

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Chefman Electric Kettle with Temperature Presets

An electric kettle with preset temperatures for tea, coffee and other hot drinks.

Suits: Tea and coffee people; a useful swap pick

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EverFoams Memory Foam Fuzzy Slippers

Fluffy indoor slippers with a cushioned memory-foam sole.

Suits: Gift swaps where something cozy gets passed around

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PAVILIA Plush Sherpa Fleece Robe

A long, soft fleece robe that's hard to give up once it's unwrapped.

Suits: A swap-worthy cozy pick for any group

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Zulay Handheld Milk Frother Wand

A small whisk that turns milk into foam for lattes and cocoa.

Suits: Coffee and cocoa lovers; fun and low-key

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Best of Mad Libs

Classic word-game stories that get the whole party laughing.

Suits: Game nights and party hosts

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How to choose a white elephant gift

1. Useful beats silly. A gag gift gets one laugh, but a gift people can use at home is the one that gets stolen again and again.

2. Think about the whole room. White elephant gifts can end up with anyone, so choose something that works for most ages and tastes.

A good white elephant gift makes the game more fun for everyone. Check each Amazon listing for dimensions and delivery dates before the party, and wrap it well to keep the mystery going. For more ideas, browse Hosting & Entertaining Essentials, Hostess & Holiday Table Finds or Cozy Knits & Sweaters.