Christmas is a time for joy, togetherness, and of course, gift-giving! While thoughtful presents are always appreciated, there’s a special place for Christmas Gag Gifts that bring laughter and lighthearted fun to the festive season. If you’re looking to inject some humor into your gift exchange, you’ve come to the right place. Let’s explore some rib-tickling gag gift ideas that are sure to be a hit.
Funny & Frugal Christmas Gag Gift Ideas
Gag gifts don’t have to break the bank to be funny. In fact, some of the best cheap Christmas gag gifts are those that are simple, creative, and play on everyday situations or inside jokes. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
DIY & Personalized Humor
- “Grow Your Own Furniture Kit”: Take an acorn, place it in a small bag, and attach a note saying, “Plant this, and in about 40 years, you can cut it down and make your own oak furniture!” This funny Christmas gift plays on the long wait time and impracticality, perfect for a patient (or impatient) friend.
- Belly Button Lint Cleaner: Bend a pipe cleaner into a curve to resemble a tiny toilet bowl brush. Label it as a “Belly Button Lint Cleaner” for a hilariously absurd yet functional gift. It’s a quirky homemade gag gift that’s sure to get a chuckle.
- Personalized “Smog in a Can”: If you know someone moving from a place with clean air to a polluted city, or vice versa, a “Can of Smog” can be a funny jab at their new environment. You can simply decorate an empty can and label it accordingly. This is a great example of a personalized gag gift that is both relevant and humorous.
- “Redneck Mrs. Claus” Panties: For someone with a bold sense of humor, buy the largest pair of panties you can find and safety-pin a note that says, “A pair of ‘draws’ for Mrs. Claus.” This is a classic adult gag gift that’s sure to elicit laughter, though consider your audience’s sensibilities before gifting.
- Car Repair Kit Addition: Take a bag containing duct tape and rubber bands (the classic “car repair kit”). Add a tag with “Mom & Dad’s Phone Numbers” and the caption: “If all else fails…” This is a funny family gag gift, especially for a student or someone who is not particularly handy.
Food-Related Funny Gifts
- Fast Food Time Capsule: Buy a hamburger from a fast-food restaurant a week or so before Christmas. Wrap it up and gift it. The sheer absurdity of gifting a week-old burger is what makes it a memorable silly gag gift. The reactions are guaranteed to be priceless!
- “Poop” Treats: This is a popular and clean gag gift idea, especially for groups. Use mini marshmallows labeled “Snowman Poop,” raisinettes for “Reindeer Poop,” or red and green jelly beans for “Elf Poop.” Present them in small plastic bags with funny header cards for added effect. These are great work gag gifts or for church parties where you need to keep it light and clean.
Silly & Unexpected Item Gifts
- The Infamous Glass Head: Like the story shared in the original article, a bizarre item like a glass head (if you can find one) can become a running gag gift within a family or friend group. Its sheer uselessness and strangeness makes it a unique gag gift.
- Ugly Christmas Tree Kit: Find the ugliest artificial Christmas tree you can – perhaps one made of bark or an unusually colored one. Embellish it further with tacky decorations like a feathered bird tree topper and glitter-glued tree skirt. This is a hilarious white elephant gift or a funny gift for someone who loves to decorate (or has questionable taste!).
- Mr. T or Celebrity Photo Gift: Print a glossy 8×10 photo of a celebrity known for their tough or humorous persona, like Mr. T, Burt Reynolds, Patrick Duffy, or Alf. Frame it cheaply and sign it “To [Recipient’s Name], hugs and kisses, [Celebrity Name] xoxo.” This is a low-cost yet funny secret Santa gag gift that’s easy to personalize.
Gag Gifts for Specific People
Consider tailoring your Christmas gag gifts to the recipient’s personality or a specific inside joke:
- For the “Short” Friend: Playfully acknowledge a friend’s height with gifts like shortbread cookies, a can of shortening, or even a “short person survival kit” (filled with step stools and reach grabbers – all in miniature size, of course!). However, be mindful of their sensitivity and ensure the humor is lighthearted and good-natured.
- For the Newlywed Husband: A humorous “Owner’s Manual for His Wife” can be a fun gift. Fill it with “coupons” for things like “Get Out of an Argument Free” cards, “I’m Sorry” notes, and reminders like anniversary dates and florist contact information. You can even include funny “rules of marriage” like “Rule #1: The Wife is Always Right; Rule #2: Refer back to Rule #1.”
- For the Cheap Boss: If your boss is known for being frugal, play on that with a gag gift. A dollar store piggy bank, a tiny handheld fan labeled “For when you’re feeling hot (and cheap),” or a jar of “pig’s feet” (playing on being cheap) could all be funny options, depending on your workplace dynamic and your boss’s sense of humor.
The Joy of Gag Gifts
Christmas gag gifts are all about spreading laughter and creating memorable moments. They lighten the mood, break the ice, and show that you have a fun and playful side. When choosing a gag gift, consider your audience, keep it clean and appropriate (unless you know your audience well!), and most importantly, aim for humor that is good-spirited and brings joy to the holiday season. So, this Christmas, don’t be afraid to get a little silly and gift some laughter!
