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Pick a size and a vibe, spin, and save the ones you like. 192 ideas, from a lump of coal to a weekend away.
A lump of coal
Santa checked the list twice. Better luck next box
Coal
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Save your favorites and press Put these in boxes. They go into a Gift or No Gift game: the person you're giving to picks a mystery box, opens the others over four rounds, says GIFT or NO GIFT to the Banker, and wins whatever is in the box they finish with. It works for a Christmas gift game, a birthday gift game or any gift reveal you want to make a show of.
A good game mixes all four sizes. A couple of Coal boxes keep everyone laughing, Treats and IOUs fill the middle, and the Great and Grand boxes are the ones they'll be hoping for when the Banker calls.
Every gift idea, by size
Coal gift ideas 48
Joke gifts and booby prizes: the lump of coal, the single sock, the rock with googly eyes.
- A lump of coalSanta checked the list twice. Better luck next box
- One (1) sockIts partner is out there somewhere
- A hug. That's it.Redeemable immediately. Very high quality, though
- An IOU for an IOUExchangeable for a future, better IOU
- A single grapeOrganic. Probably
- The box itselfPremium cardboard. Cats love it
- Leftover wrapping paperSlightly crumpled, deeply festive
- A high fiveDelivered with full enthusiasm
- A compliment, to go"Your eyebrows are very symmetrical."
- One gently used rubber bandHolds things together. Like us
- A dad joke, read aloudGroaning is part of the gift
- A photo of a ponyThe pony itself was not available
- Half a candy caneThe other half was quality-tested
- The last cookie (crumbs only)The cookie itself had a wonderful life
- A cold french fryFound in the car. Still technically a fry
- Bragging rightsValid until the next game night
- A participation trophyYou opened a box. Well done
- A pinecone from the yardLocally sourced, 100% natural
- One (1) paper clipTrade up from here. People have ended up with houses
- A drawing of a giftHand-drawn, frame not included
- The TV remote, for an hourYou hold the power. Briefly
- First pick of the couchBest cushion in the house, tonight only
- Five extra minutes of sleepSnooze button, officially authorized
- A pat on the backFirm but encouraging
- An expired coupon bookValid in 2019. It's the thought that counts
- A sticker that says "Good job"Wear it with pride
- One jelly bean, flavor unknownCould be cherry. Could be popcorn
- A fridge magnetFrom a place we have never been
- Air, beautifully wrappedFresh, invisible and endlessly versatile
- A rock with googly eyesHis name is Gary. Be nice to Gary
- Tap water in a fancy glassServed with a lemon slice and confidence
- A single Brussels sproutChristmas dinner, the director's cut
- The receipt (no gift)Proof that something was almost bought
- A to-do list, pre-writtenItem one: take out the trash
- Socks with holesBreathable. Very breathable
- An ugly sweater, on loanMust be returned by New Year's
- A bag full of bagsEvery plastic bag we own, lovingly curated
- One free winkRedeemable across a crowded room
- Dish duty (still yours)Nice try, though
- A balloon, half deflatedParty energy: moderate
- The empty cookie tinIt was full once. It was glorious
- A tiny umbrellaFor a very, very small storm
- Instructions, no giftStep 1: be happy. Step 2: see step 1
- Last year's calendarThe pictures are still nice
- A selfie of the giverSigned, for your fridge
- A goodnight kissAlready yours, but now it's in writing
- A snowball (melted)It was perfect when it went in the box
- The song stuck in my headNow it's stuck in yours. You're welcome
Treat gift ideas 61
Small presents and IOUs that cost little more than your time: breakfast in bed, a coffee run, a day off chores.
- Coffee run, my treatAny order, any size, extra shot allowed
- Breakfast in bedAny Sunday you choose. Pancakes included
- Foot rub voucherTwenty minutes, no complaints, lotion included
- Your favorite snack, restockedA whole stash, hidden just for you
- Pick the movie, no vetoWhatever you choose, I watch without sighing
- A day off from choresYour chores are my chores for 24 hours
- Cozy socks, the good kindThick, fuzzy and with zero holes
- Hot chocolate kitCocoa, marshmallows and a mug to keep
- A brand new mugFor coffee, tea or emotional support
- Homemade cookiesA fresh batch, baked by me, shared with no one
- Back scratches on demandValid for a month. Just point
- Dinner of your choice, cookedYou name the dish, I find the recipe
- A good bookPicked just for you. Check the bookshelf
- Scented candleSmells like a cabin we can't afford yet
- Fancy chocolate barThe expensive one. Not for sharing
- Movie theater dateTickets, popcorn, and the armrest is yours
- Phone-free evening togetherPhones in a drawer, full attention on you
- A handwritten letterLook in the nightstand drawer
- Sleep-in passI handle the morning. You stay in bed
- Car wash, inside and outVacuumed, scrubbed and smelling like new
- Your favorite takeoutOrder whatever you want, I'm paying
- A new houseplantLow-maintenance. Hard to kill. Probably
- Bath bombs and bubblesA night of soaking with the door closed
- Face mask nightSheet masks, cucumbers, zero judgment
- Board game of your choiceNew box, plastic still on
- Puzzle, 1,000 piecesI'll help with the edges
- Fuzzy slippersYour feet deserve a vacation
- Christmas pajamasMatching, if you're brave enough
- Ice cream run, any nightTwo scoops minimum. Sprinkles optional
- A playlist made for youSongs that remind me of you, in order
- A full tank of gasYour next fill-up is on me
- Winter skin rescue kitLip balm, hand cream and fuzzy gloves
- Favorite candy, family sizeNo sharing required (sharing appreciated)
- A small Lego setThe building is half the gift
- Stay-up-late passThirty extra minutes past bedtime
- You pick dinner tonightEven if it's pancakes
- Living room sleepoverBlanket fort, flashlights and a movie
- Video game hourOne full hour, no "just one more" fights
- New earbudsSimple, wireless, ready to go
- Phone stand and chargerNo more hunting for a cable at night
- A month of your streaming pickAny service you want, on me
- Cozy throw blanketFor the couch, and for stealing back from me
- Coffee beans, fancy roastFrom the shop with the long line
- A bottle of wineThe one you liked at dinner that time
- Craft beer samplerSix local brews, ranked together
- Neck and shoulder rubTwenty minutes. Desk tension, be gone
- Fresh flowersA bouquet, just because
- A warm new beanieWarm ears, great look
- Bakery morningPastries of your choice, delivered warm
- Car scraped and warmed upEvery cold morning this week, toasty and ready
- Win any argumentOne argument, any topic. I'll agree
- Karaoke night inMic, playlist, and I'll do the duets
- An ornament with our yearFor this tree, and every tree after
- Gift card for your coffee spotSmall but mighty
- Dog walks for a weekRain or shine, the leash is mine
- Cookie decorating nightSprinkles everywhere. Worth it
- A new stuffed animalSoft, huggable and named by you
- Art supplies kitMarkers, paper and big ideas
- Arcade afternoonA pocket full of tokens and no limits
- Lunch date, my treatMidweek, somewhere new
- Holiday lights driveCocoa, carols and the most extra houses in town
Great gift ideas 46
Proper gifts and days out: concert tickets, a spa day, the sneakers in their saved tabs.
- Concert ticketsTwo seats, your favorite band. Check the calendar
- Spa dayRobes, massages and zero responsibilities
- Noise-canceling headphonesThe world can wait
- Dinner out, anywhereYou pick the restaurant, I pick up the check
- Cooking class for twoLearn a cuisine, eat the homework
- A cozy new sweaterSoft, warm and absolutely not ugly
- SmartwatchCounts steps, sleep and how much I love you
- Your signature perfumeThe big bottle this time
- Game day ticketsGood seats, hot dogs, foam finger optional
- Theater or musical nightGood seats, dressed up, intermission snacks
- Massage gift cardNinety minutes with a real professional
- Escape room with friendsBring the crew, beat the clock
- Wine tasting afternoonA vineyard, a flight and a designated driver
- Those sneakers you keep eyeingYes, the ones in your saved tabs
- The video game you wantedPreordered, downloaded, ready to play
- E-reader loaded with booksA library that fits in your coat pocket
- Hot air balloon rideUp at dawn, worth every yawn
- Pottery classMake a mug, keep the mug
- Three months of a surprise boxSnacks, socks or books, delivered monthly
- A leather bagBuilt to last, picked to match you
- Something sparklySmall box, big smile
- Photo book of our yearEvery good picture, printed and bound
- Instant cameraPrint the moment right there
- Bluetooth speakerLoud enough for a kitchen dance party
- Weighted blanketLike a hug that never gets tired
- Cocktail making classShake, stir and taste every mistake
- Comedy show nightFront row is optional
- Kayak or paddleboard dayRentals booked, sunscreen packed
- Ice skating and cocoaRink time, hand-holding mandatory
- Gear for your hobbyThat thing you keep not buying for yourself
- Plush robe and slippersHotel-level lounging, at home
- That fancy kitchen gadgetThe one you keep picking up in the store
- Remote control carFast, loud and great for chasing the dog
- The big Lego setA thousand pieces and a whole weekend
- Trampoline park dayBounce until someone needs a nap
- Zoo or aquarium dayTickets for the whole family
- A brand new bikeNew wheels, bow on top
- Science kitVolcanoes, crystals and a slightly messy kitchen
- Rock climbing introHarnesses, a coach and bragging rights
- Dinner cruiseCity lights from the water
- Painting class seriesFour weeks with a real teacher
- Smart speakerPlays music, sets timers, settles debates
- Cozy reading nookA lamp, a pillow and a book, set up just for you
- Gaming headsetFor late nights and trash talk
- Steakhouse nightDress up, order big, skip nothing
- A day on the slopesLift tickets and rentals sorted
Grand gift ideas 17
The big one. Often a clue to the real present: look under the bed, check the garage.
- Your real presentCheck the hall closet, top shelf
- The big giftYou'll know it when you see it
- A weekend away, bookedBags packed, destination on the fridge
- The thing you've hinted atAll year. Yes, I was listening
- Look under the bedSomething big is hiding down there
- Check the garageBring a flashlight and a big smile
- The trip you always wantedDestination: your dream. Dates: soon
- A new laptopFast, shiny and all yours
- A new phoneNewest model, already in its case
- The game consolePlugged in, controllers charged
- Something that really sparklesSmall box, very big deal
- Theme park tripRides, churros and a family photo
- Concert of the yearThe tour you thought sold out. Not for us
- Cabin weekend in the snowFireplace, hot tub and nowhere to be
- Your dream wheelsThe bike you keep looking at. Check the shed
- Follow the cluesTreasure hunt: the first clue is in your coat pocket
- Spa weekendTwo nights, every treatment included
Questions, answered
What does the gift idea generator do?
It picks a random idea from 192 gifts, IOUs, outings and joke prizes. Filter by size (Coal, Treat, Great or Grand) and by vibe, spin until something clicks, and save the ones you like with the heart.
Is it for buying gifts or for a game?
Both. Plenty of the ideas are things you can buy or book. They are also the same ideas the Gift or No Gift wizard uses to fill a game, so your favorites can go straight into the boxes.
What are good joke gifts?
Harmless ones that make the real gift land harder: a lump of coal, half a candy cane, a hug "redeemable immediately", a photo of a pony. Set the size to Coal to see them all.
What can I give that costs almost nothing?
IOUs and vouchers. Breakfast in bed, a sleep-in pass, a week of dog walks, dinner of their choice cooked by you. Pick the "IOUs & vouchers" vibe and spin.
Are there ideas for kids?
Yes. Choose the "For kids" vibe for things like a stay-up-late pass, a living room sleepover, a small Lego set or a trampoline park day. Grown-up ideas only appear if you switch them on.
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