8 Uncommonly Good ideas for your next White Elephant Gift Exchange
Updated: November 2024
We love Uncommon Goods - they support small merchants and craftspeople, and they curate some of the best gifts on the internet. They are also a Certified B Corporation (and were one of the very first), which means that they are committed to using business as a force for good. Cheers to that.
Note: all prices are as-of publish date, and may change
#1. Yoga Joes
A childhood classic reimagined. These tiny guys in full uniform doing your favorite yoga poses are sure to make you smile. Leave them on your desk for an afternoon pick-me-up or a much needed distraction during that meeting that could have been an e-mail.
Yoga Joes
$25.00
#2. Cheeky Holiday Lyrics Coasters
“Oh ho, the missing toe, hung where you can see”. That’s how it goes, right? This set of 6 “mistaken" coasters will give you some alternate lines to some holiday classics this season.
Mistaken Holiday Lyrics Coasters
$30.00
#3. Reusable Tote
Based off of the classic design and inspired by the plastic bag ban in San Francisco back in 2007, this maker created an embroidered, washable and reusable version. We like the rainbow one for a little extra color during those long winter months.
Embroidered Thank You Tote
$38.00
#4. Kazoo that Christmas Tune Game
A game the whole team or family can get behind: do your best to play your favorite Christmas songs on these festive little kazoo’s and have everyone laughing in no time.
Kazoo Game
$16.00
#5. Reusable Glass Bag
We love the nostalgic feel of this one, especially with the jelly beans. Feels like the perfect addition to any desk. If you’re against candy, try some blueberries? (Don’t think we can help you on that one.)
Unzipped Glass Zipper Bag
$24.00
#6. Farfalle Pot Holders
Perfect for any home chef, these cutie little pot holders are a nod to pasta lovers everywhere and would look cute in any kitchen.
Farfalle Pot Holders
$16.00
#7. Fitness Dice
Who needs a personal trainer? Give these fitness dice a spin a few times, and you have a totally randomized workout sure to keep even the most distracted exerciser engaged.
Fitness Dice
$19.00
#8. Therapeutic Heat Pillow
We will end with a little self-care. Throw one of these little guys (filled with cherry pits) into the microwave and you’re in for a warm, toasty hug. You can also throw it in the freezer for a few hours and it will serve as an ice pack for any sore muscles. Win, win.
Cherry Pit Therapeutic Heat Pillow
$32.00