20 White Elephant Gifts For Under $20 (That You Can Easily Order On Amazon)
Ah, White Elephant gift exchanges. They’re *chef's kiss* pique chaotic-neutral holiday activity. Not to mention, an excuse to step outside of the confines of regular gift-giving, and scratch your “As Seen on TV” itch. Because maybe you don't need a pillow that looks like a loaf of bread, but someone you know definitely does. That's why we've scouted 20 of the absolute best White Elephant gifts under-$20 on Amazon.
Shopping playfully and on a budget doesn't mean we can't shop mindfully, with Mother Nature in mind. (Peep the reusable beeswax wraps.) But unless you're an emotional magpie (hi! Same) with a closet of gimmicks to re-gift, you’re going to need a new arsenal of affordable grab bag treasures. Right this way for this year's bounty, which includes but is not limited to collapsable wine bags, vibrators, tie-dye kits, and a veritable pizza garden. Yum.
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Peeking Baby Yoda Sill
Even people who couldn't pick Luke Skywalker out of a lineup know who Baby Yoda is, and most likely adore him. Bring this peeking Baby Yoda sticker to the gift exchange and you can be totally confident that people will love it.
Saturdays Co. Peeking Baby Yoda Window Cling, $, available at Amazon
Fiji Water AirPods Case
The recipient of this quirky AirPods case could use this to store their wireless earphones or just flaunt it as a stylish addition to their keyring.
Shineyii Fiji Water AirPods Case, $, available at Amazon
Original Tamagotchi
The OG. An instant nostalgia trip, reissued in a vibey neon green. (Just don't starve it this time.)
Tamagotchi Original Tamagotchi, $, available at Amazon
Elodie Unicorn Measuring Cups
Not everyone loves baking, but everyone loves cute home decor.
Smoko Elodie Unicorn Measuring Cups, $, available at Amazon
Bread Shape Plush Pillow
15 inches of plushie, gluten-free "bread" goodness with no expiration date? Yes please.
Levenkeness Bread Shape Plush Pillow, $, available at Amazon
Reusable Tartan Shopping Bag
Babes love BAGGU. Especially the bite-sized, super light shopping bags.
Baggu Small Reusable Shopping Bag in Tartan, $, available at Baggu
Resin Hair Barrettes
Terrazzo, faux tortoise shell, confetti – all the most #aesthetic trends make their way into this set of 12 acrylic and metal barrettes.
cridoz 12 Resin Hair Barrettes, $, available at Amazon
Cactus String Lights
Normal string lights read cute. These read, "I'm on a dusty dude ranch, cracking open a cold one as the coyotes howl and the stars shine."
Twinkle Star Cactus String Lights, $, available at Amazon
All That the Rain Promises and More: A Hip Pocket Guide to Western Mushrooms
Mushrooms are having a cultural wellness moment, and this field guide is a classic amongst fungus aficionados. Grab it for the jazzy cover art alone.
Ten Speed Press All That the Rain Promises and More: A Hip Pocket Guide to Western Mushrooms, $, available at Amazon
Reusable Beeswax Wraps
An excellent alternative to plastic wrap and Ziplock bags. This set of three wraps is made from ethically sourced, "organic cotton infused with sustainably harvested beeswax, jojoba oil and tree resin," and brought to you by woman-owned company in Vermont.
Bee's Wrap Bee’s Wrap – Assorted Set of 3, $, available at Amazon
The Shining Keychain
All keys and no fob makes Jack a hot mess.
Chillkat Vintage Hotel Motel Keychain, $, available at Amazon
Moon Lamp
This moon lamp is just over 4-inches, and can change into 16 color options on your (or the remote timer's) command.
DTOETKD Moon Lamp, $, available at Amazon
Fuzzy Slippers
Keep those PJ runs to the corner store on point with fuzzy, faux-fur slippies.
Crazy Lady Fuzzy Slide Slippers, $, available at Amazon
Iridescent Tumblers
Wrap your drink up in an understated rainbow with this set of iridescent, lead-free glass tumblers.
Amesser Iridescent Tumblers, $, available at Amazon
Vibrator
This hand-held vibrator is a best-seller. Not only does it come with eight speeds and 20 patterns, but it's totally waterproof and rechargeable (which is so much better for the environment).
Allovers Vibrator Wand, $, available at Amazon
Mini-Tabletop Pool Set
Because smol items bring so much joy. Pinkies up for this foot-long pool table, ideal for taking on-the-go.
Wander Agio Mini-Tabletop Pool Set, $, available at Amazon
One-Step Tie-Dye Kit
Tie dye has made a fierce comeback in the past few years, and this one-step, three color kit makes it easy to get in on the trend.
Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit One-Step Tie-Dye Kit, $, available at Amazon
Strawberry Flash Drive
For only the juiciest memories, we suggest this fruit 32GB flash drive.
Aneew Strawberry Flash Drive, $, available at Amazon
Smiley Face Bucket Hat
This bucket hat left you on read for three days.
HSYZZY Smiley Face Bucket Hat, $, available at Amazon
Jade Roller Kit
Jade rollers and gua sha stones have been part of Chinese self-care rituals for centuries, helping alleviate puffiness and stress.
JE SUIS JOLIE Jade Roller Kit, $, available at Amazon
Mini Raclette Machine
"Raclette" is a Swiss cold weather tradition. In essence, you melt cheese in a mini-shovel and pour it over your taters.
Yosoo Mini Raclette Machine, $, available at Amazon
Little Pizza Garden Kit
All you need to grow the freshest pizza toppings, including seeds for oregano, tomato, basil, scallions, bell pepper, and parsley. Plus, the carton is made out of 100% recycled materials.
Backyard Safari Company Little Pizza Garden Kit, $, available at Amazon
Reusable Wine Bags
The it-bag of every season. This set of four portable bags even comes with a funnel and a wine opener.
SENHAI Reusable Wine Bags & Funnel, $, available at Amazon
Ourry Selfie Light Ring for iPhone and Camera, $, available at Amazon
AmazonBasics AmazonBasics Photo Frame, $, available at Amazon
Pashal Vegetable and Fruits Resin Dangle Charm Dangle Earrings by Pashal, $, available at Amazon
Cozytime Puzzles Difficult Donuts Jigsaw Puzzle, $, available at Amazon
Rainbow Socks Pickles Jar Socks, $, available at Amazon
Bob Ross Bob Ross: A Happy Little Day-to-Day 2020 Calendar, $, available at Amazon
Wine Condoms Wine Condoms - Set of 6, $, available at Amazon
Weddingstar Inc. Single Use Camera, $, available at Amazon
UnnFiko Puppy Plush Animal Cat Butt Corgi Tail iPhone Case, $, available at Amazon
imusti Tequila Mockingbird: Cocktails with a Literary Twist, $, available at Amazon
Sanseng SanSeng Cactus Tealight Candles,, $, available at Amazon
Kitchen Gizmo Snap N Strain Strainer, Clip On Silicone Colander, $, available at Amazon
Boston Warehouse Lobster Claw Oven Mitt, Quilted Cotton, $, available at Amazon
Luwint 36'' Diameter Elastic Fishing Gardening Folding Umbrell, $, available at Amazon
Funny Guy Mugs Might Be Apple Juice 16 Oz Pint Glass, $, available at Amazon
Tamagotchi Tamagotchi Electronic Game, $, available at Amazon
SOCOSY SOCOSY Marble Ceramic Ring Dish, $, available at Amazon
RP Minis Desktop Tetherball, $, available at Amazon
Amazon Wireless Karaoke Microphone, $, available at Amazon
Amazon Indoor Herb Garden Starter Kit, $, available at Amazon
One Hundred 80 Degrees Army Man Bottle Opener, $, available at Amazon
Fred & Friends Fred Narwhal Pushpins, $, available at Amazon
True Zoo Kingsley Winged Corkscrew, $, available at Amazon
Amazon Extraordinary Chickens 2020 Wall Calendar, $, available at Amazon
Bioworld Golden Girls Socks, $, available at Amazon
ChopSabers LightSaber Chopsticks, $, available at Amazon
Chronicle Books The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook, $, available at Amazon
ZIPIT Grillz Pencil Case, $, available at Amazon
Kikkerland Toucan Scissors, $, available at Amazon
Accoutrements Shakespearean Lip Balm Set, $, available at Amazon
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