Secret Santa Gift Ideas for Friends – 2021

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Do you need Secret Santa Gift Ideas for Friends, Coworkers, and/or family, but don’t know what to buy for them?

I completely understand. What do you get for a coworker you don’t know that well, or the person who seems to have everything? It can be tough even if the recipient is your mom, your spouse, or your best friend (all of whom you probably know pretty well).

The holidays are a busy time and I don’t want you to feel stressed about gift giving.

So, I decided to make this ultimate list of Secret Santa Gift Ideas separated out by category to make your shopping super easy!

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10 Secret Santa Gift Ideas for Coworkers

USB Thumb Drive

purple USB thumb drives
purple USB thumb drives

Perfect for transferring and storing files in day to day business. These have large storage capacity, and are compatible with many devices.

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Laptop Decal

laptop decal with text nevertheless she persisted
laptop decal with text nevertheless she persisted

Personalize the laptop with a removable, vinyl decal. They come in different sizes, designs, colors, and even quotes like the one shown above.

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Chained Photo Display

Chained Photo Display with photos hanging on it
Chained Photo Display with photos hanging on it

This is a unique and easy way to hang photos to personalize any workspace.

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Badge Holder with Retractable Reel

Black Badge Reels
Black Badge Reels

These are a great gift idea. The next time that badge reel breaks, there will be a back up badge clip ready to go!

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Dilbert 2022 Day-to-Day Desk Calendar

2022 Dilbert Desk Calendar
2022 Dilbert Desk Calendar

This day to day desk calendar is perfect for any coworker in the office that has a sense of humor. Dilbert provides a laugh every day about corporate life, and we could all use a little fun in our work day!

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Coffee Mug

Coffee Mug with Text You don't have to be crazy to work here we will train you
Coffee Mug with Text You don't have to be crazy to work here we will train you

Who couldn’t use another coffee mug to add to their collection?

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High Five Cards

High Five Cards
High Five Cards

Bring some humor into the home or office (or home office) with these High Five cards. These are a funny way to congratulate a coworker on making you look good, or getting out of bed today. Along with many other hilarious reasons!

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Culture Cakes Kit

Woman and boy putting icing on a cupcake in a kitchen

Does your secret santa have a sweet tooth? Maybe he or she misses traveling. If this sounds like the person you are shopping for, then a subscription or a single delivery of Culture Cakes from Cratejoy is right for them.

Each delivery contains everything they’ll need to make cupcakes with a different cultural theme. From Taro in the Philippines box to sorrel in the Carribean, travel and taste meet in perfect harmony with this fun secret santa gift. Click here to buy it at Cratejoy.

American Cocktail Club

2 Moscow mule mugs and hand pouring liquid into one of them

Does your secret santa like to sip some holiday cheer? Then give this lucky person a single delivery or a recurring subscription to American Cocktail Club through Cratejoy.

Not only will they get to learn how to mix a new drink each month, but you’ll get to enjoy one as they open the gift and get ready to start mixing and shaking. It’s a win-win this holiday season!

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Succulents Box

4 succulents in white pots with California Succulents Box set

Looking for a great white elephant or secret santa gift for a co-worker or friends gift exchange? Succulents make the perfect white elephant or secret santa gift option. Succulents are unexpected and always welcome.

The recipient can place them on a desk or a window, and use them to bring some needed life into an office setting. The best part is when you purchase a succulent subscription from Cratejoy you can buy a one time succulent gift for the white elephant or secret santa, or a 3, 6, 9 or 12 month subscription and have a new one to give to a friend or keep for yourself each month.

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10 Secret Santa Gift Ideas for Friends

Manicure and Pedicure Tool Set

Manicure Tool Set
Manicure Tool Set

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Adult Coloring Book

Book Cover for 100 Mandalas Coloring Bok
Book Cover for 100 Mandalas Coloring Book

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Coffee K-Cup Sampler

K-Cup Coffee Pod Sampler Set
K-Cup Coffee Pod Sampler Set

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Soft Fuzzy Socks

colorful fuzzy socks
Colorful Fuzzy Socks

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Eyeshadow Gift Set

Eyeshadow Gift Set
Eyeshadow Gift Set

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Fun Stemless Wine Glass

fun stemless wine glass with text I do yoga just kidding I drink wine in yoga pants
fun stemless wine glass with text I do yoga just kidding I drink wine in yoga pants

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Gratitude Journal

book cover for Good Days Start with Gratitude Journal
book cover for Good Days Start with Gratitude Journal

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Pink Text Mom Agenda Shop Now

If your friend is a busy mom, then you need to check out Mom Agenda. They have beautiful planners that will help her to simplify her life.

Cricut Cardstock Sampler

If your friend loves to do craft projects with the Cricut machine then they will love a cardstock sampler for their next project.

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The Bestie Box

box of spa products

Looking for a gift idea for your bestie? If your BFF is in need of some self-care, then The Bestie Box available at Cratejoy is the right choice for her!

She’ll love unboxing full sized spa and well-being products, and you’ll love knowing she will finally take some “me time”. By ordering through Cratejoy you can purchase The Bestie Box as a one time gift for a birthday or best friends day. If you really want to show your bestie you care, send a monthly delivery because let’s face it, your number 1 is worth it.

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Secret Santa Gift Ideas Under $25

The Food Lab Cookbook – Better Home Cooking Through Science

Book Cover for The Food Lab cookbook
Book Cover for The Food Lab cookbook

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Succulent 3″ Plant Pots with Drainage Hole and Bamboo Drip Tray

3 colorful pots with succulents inside
3 colorful pots with succulents inside

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Portable Blue Tooth Speaker

pink blue tooth speaker
pink blue tooth speaker

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Tea Sampler

tea sampler set
tea sampler set

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Whiskey Glass with Round Ice Cube Maker

round ice cube in whisky glass with round ice cube maker
round ice cube in whisky class with round ice cube maker

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Secret Santa Gift Ideas under $10

Grocery List Notepad

Grocery List Notepad with White Header Text All Out Of
Grocery List Notepad with White Header Text All Out Of

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Ice Ball Mold Maker – great for putting in Whisky, Scotch and other Cocktails

Ice Ball Mold Maker
Ice Ball Mold Maker

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Moodycards – Funny Flip Cards for the Office

Moodycards - funny flip cards for your desk
Moodycards - funny flip cards for your desk

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Recipes Every Man Should Know – Stuff You Should Know

Book Cover for Recipes Every Man Should Know Cookbook
Book Cover for Recipes Every Man Should Know Cookbook

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Essential Burt’s Bees Kit

Burt's Bees Product Kit
Burt's Bees Product Kit

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Secret Santa Gift Ideas Under $5

Adult Mad Libs- Eat, Drink, and Be Mad

Book Cover for Adult Mad Libs
Book Cover for Adult Mad Libs

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eos Lip Balm

EOS Lip Balm 2 Pack Vanilla Bean
EOS Lip Balm 2 Pack Vanilla Bean

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Playing Cards

Playing Cards
Playing Cards

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Paris i-Clips Magnetic Page Markers

i-clips magnetic bookmark set with Paris theme
i-clips magnetic bookmark set with Paris theme

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My Recipe Journal

Book Cover for My Recipe Journal
Book Cover for My Recipe Journal

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There you have it. The ultimate list of Secret Santa Gift Ideas for Friends.

I truly hope this simplifies your shopping so you can find the perfect gift for your secret santa this year!

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