Shellydon Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 I need to find a gift for a Christmas party for a mom's gift exchange. What kind of item would you like at a gift exchange ? Item price should be limited to $25 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rachel Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Gift certificate to the local bookstore. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marbel Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Does it have to be just one thing? I love getting a gift bag of little stuff: some chocolate or other candy (caramels, hard candy), a lip balm, hand cream, packet of tea or coffee, maybe a pen, a little notebook/journal... I would also add cozy socks but my feet are big and require extended sizes, and most people would not know that. But that would probably work for most people? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xahm Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Assorted teas and chocolates. (No mugs, please!) Interesting ingredients (fancy salt, capers, etc) Nice pens and a journal Basically, if it's not coming from someone who knows me really well, something fun and consumable. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlsdMama Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 A great coffee cup Socks Socks and coffee coffee and handmade soap Okay, I must be remarkably simple because really, that's all I need to feel happy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tess in the Burbs Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 I just bought a nice candle and dark chocolates for a gift exchange...things I would enjoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caroline Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Gift card to a local lunch place Fuzzy socks and foot lotion A bottle of flavored olive oil (We have a really nice oil and vinegar shop) Amazon gift card Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AK_Mom4 Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 If you aren’t a sock-tea-candle person.... Buy one of ly nice power packs for recharging cell phones. They have great ones that will recharge a cell phone in about 30minutes or do two devices.... or are shaped like pineapples or pichaku. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFSinIL Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Christmas candy dish...and put chocolate in it :-) Amazon gift card. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 A nice fuzzy throw Mug Hot Cocoa Mix Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frugalmamatx Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Bubble Bath or bath bombs. Lotion too. Or honestly just a gift card to have a night off from cooking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eternalsummer Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 A really nice version of something I normally spend $3 on. So like, a really great pen or mechanical pencil. Some sort of super snazzy tea. The best (vegan) chocolate in the universe. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassia Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 I love fuzzy socks, lotions, candles, small gift cards, fun gel pens, warm throws, warm gloves, warm scarves, notepads, scented liquid hand soaps or sanitizers... I'm always struggling to maintain my weight so I prefer no treats, but that's just me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matrips Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 An adult coloring book was a coveted item at one gift exchange I went to. And ditto for the above suggestions. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Mc Donalds Gift Card (I love popping through the drive through for a drink, and I know my mom does, as does my grandma and my kid. And really, everyone claims to hate McDs....but there are a LOT of people that just LOVE a McDs coke/diet coke/sweet tea, etc. Something about McDs beverages) Solid colored fuzzy socks Nothing with scent-no candles, no perfume, etc etc. I went to Dr. Pepper Heaven this summer when McD's pop was $1. Yummy fizzy lifting drink! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxbridgeacademy Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 I like the idea of a box of chocolates and a gift card because there's very little listed above (other than the coloring book) that I would want (no perfume/soaps/candle type things, no clothing/socks/gloves cause I'm picky....) If I had to pick something I'd go with stuff from World Market, spices, cute cups, kitchen gadgets but I like things to be useful. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crimson Wife Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 The last time I was at a White Elephant Exchange, the gift that was "stolen" the most often was a $15 Starbucks gift card in a travel mug. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Anything consumable. Starbucks or book store card, chocolate, fancy tea, candle, lotion...something I can enjoy but not have to keep around. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marbel Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 (edited) McDonald's gift card made me think of something else. In my area there is a convenience store chain called Wawa that I love. They have coffee, prepared food and typical convenience store stuff. Similar stores I've heard of or been to are Sheetz, Speedway, and QuikTrip. A Wawa gift card is a great thing for me. Such a treat to run in for a coffee or a BLT! I'd be careful with Amazon cards unless you know the recipient buys from them. Shipping costs will eat up a good portion of a $25 gift card. ETA: I would have to give away a scented candle or soap... :-( Edited November 28, 2017 by marbel 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 In my area, all McDs soft drinks and teas are $1....year round. All sizes. Wow...it was any size for a $1 here for the special. I havent been in a few weeks so I'm not sure if it ended. Iced tea has always been $1 but not pop. In fact, the price varied depending on which McDs you were at. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SamanthaCarter Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Spices, vanilla or olive oil. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teachermom2834 Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Nice oven mitt(s) and good kitchen towels. Throw blanket Chocolate Nice travel mug or reusable water bottle Socks Hat/gloves/scarf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ali in OR Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 A gift card. My preference would be a coffee place (and I don't even drink coffee, but a local one does great smoothies) or a movie theater gift card. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Silk pillowcase. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 (edited) Nice 8x8 pan and brownie mix (Home Goods/Tj Maxx etc are a good place for the pan) Hydroflask bottles are great. Hot or cold versions are available (on sale for 25% off around Christmas quite often ---check the sporting stores like REI/Dicks etc) An assortment of flavored almonds, olives, salami, crackers etc....(anything shelf stable, so skip the cheeses LOL) I buy these at TJs usually A snack bag. Fill a cute little gift bag with grab and go snacks. Trail mix, pepperoni stick, jerky, Cliff bars, Luna Bars, Nice bottles of water like FIJI A bag of yummies...again I go to TJs. An assorment of cookies, candies etc. Tool box with a PINK hammer, Pink screwdrivers, tape measure etc. Something that says mom's box, keep you hands off. (toss some chocolate in too LOL) Starbucks gift card is easy to attach to anything. I usually pick a bag of Lindt or Ghirardelli chocolates. Car wash gift card attached to chocolates to 'eat while you wash' Panera gift card Mocha mix/hot cocoa mix/tea/etc. With a bag of the disposable cups and lids. Good bag of coffee with stir ins like Torani Syrups, caramel sauce etc. Edited November 28, 2017 by Tap 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFSinIL Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Oh, I do like that coloring book idea! I see those often but never want to spend the money on them to get one for myself. Something with pretty designs, maybe some fine tip pens or pencils to use with it. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arctic Bunny Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 I always put something I’d be happy taking home with me. Then if it’s a Chinese Auction exchange, and i don’t like anything else, i can take my own. Man, that seems cheesy! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nixpix5 Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 For me I always love to receive and love to gift Amazon cards. I also like local bookstore gift cards. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjzimmer1 Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 I love fuzzy socks, lotions, candles, small gift cards, fun gel pens, warm throws, warm gloves, warm scarves, notepads, scented liquid hand soaps or sanitizers... I'm always struggling to maintain my weight so I prefer no treats, but that's just me. And I was going to say the complete opposite. I love getting treats because they are something special but then they are gone and no longer in my space. I don't like scented anything and I'm trying to massively declutter so any extra object even if useful is most likely destined for the Goodwill pile because if it's useful I probably already have 10 of them and if it's not useful I certainly don't want it around. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vonfirmath Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 A great coffee cup Socks Socks and coffee coffee and handmade soap Okay, I must be remarkably simple because really, that's all I need to feel happy. We are doing a $25 gift exchange at work and these are the three thngs I put on my list Socks Chocolates (with peanut butter) and Legos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
christusg01 Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Warm socks, Hershey nuggets, hand sanitizer, restaurant gift card, family board game that's not boring for adults, handy kitchen gadget, cute key fob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenmom5 Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 a girls movie pkg. dvd, munchies/drink/basket I admit, I'm tired of pretty smelling shampoo/bodywash/etc. that sit in the back of the cabinet until an opportunity to regift them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IfIOnly Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 The last time I was at a White Elephant Exchange, the gift that was "stolen" the most often was a $15 Starbucks gift card in a travel mug. Oh, good to know! My go to for appreciation and bday gifts is Starbucks gift certificates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 We do an exchange like this (the kind where you can “steal†gifts) at my Bunco every year, but the price point is a bit lower (15-20). Some of the “hot†gifts everyone steals have been: warm, fuzzy throw blankets, scarves, the Wallflower scented light things you plug in, ceramic Starbucks travel mug, fancy coffee, wine accessories, Alex &Ani bracelet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaBearTeacher Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 A nice water bottle. a warm scarf Expensive soap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soror Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Personally- Good dark chocolate tea (chai is my favorite) - no cup- I already have a favorite slippers I rarely wear socks- the only kind I'd like would be hiking ones Only naturally scented or unscented items- I'd throw or give it away otherwise Nice hat or scarf or baklava- I need some upgrades Fuzzy throw gift card to - Amazon (Chipolte if we had one here but we don't- but there are a couple local places that are decent) No fast food or coffee for me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparklyUnicorn Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 calendar Frixion pens nuts small kitchen gadgets gift card for bookstore or Amazon 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alessandra Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Spices, vanilla or olive oil. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I was going to say something similar -- olive oil, balsamic vinegar, things that most people use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparklyUnicorn Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Oh yeah olive oil would be good. Or the vinegar. Food is tricky though and unless I know the person a little I'd probably go with something else. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsmith Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 I was at Tuesday Morning the other day and found three white porcelain serving trays with handles in a small size, medium size and large size. They are perfect for appetizers and desserts. It came to about $24 for the 3, and they looked like they could have come from Macy's. It was the perfect gift for my sister, who loves to entertain in her new home. They also had super soft throws for $6.99. I don't know if you have that store by you, but it was so much nicer than I remember it the last time I went in. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Personally- Good dark chocolate tea (chai is my favorite) - no cup- I already have a favorite slippers I rarely wear socks- the only kind I'd like would be hiking ones Only naturally scented or unscented items- I'd throw or give it away otherwise Nice hat or scarf or baklava- I need some upgrades Fuzzy throw gift card to - Amazon (Chipolte if we had one here but we don't- but there are a couple local places that are decent) No fast food or coffee for me. I will drink chai, but otherwise I only drink Kenyan tea. (if it doesn't grow in a tea plant, it isn't tea....it is flavored hot water.....but I digress.....) And yes to unscented items. Some things really bother my allergies. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fraidycat Posted November 29, 2017 Share Posted November 29, 2017 Scent intolerances here, so nothing scented. Coffee = stomach pain, so that’s a no go. Teas or tisanes would be nice. A Fuzzy blanket or throw with a movie night gift basket, or similar would be kind of cool. I’m always a sucker for “office suppliesâ€. Fun and colorful ones. Pens, clips, sticky flags, notebooks, journal, etc. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meganrussell Posted November 29, 2017 Share Posted November 29, 2017 I’m always a sucker for “office suppliesâ€. Fun and colorful ones. Pens, clips, sticky flags, notebooks, journal, etc. This would be a fun gift in a nice basket. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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