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Mystery Box Gift Exchange: How to Host and What to Include

Sam Watanuki

A mystery box gift exchange adds an exciting twist to traditional gift-giving by focusing on the thrill of the unknown! Instead of buying for specific individuals, participants create mystery packages filled with surprise goodies. Everyone [read more]

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Movie Night Gift Exchange Ideas: Host the Ultimate Film-Themed Party

Sam Watanuki

Ready to roll out the red carpet for your friends and family? Hosting a movie night gift exchange transforms an ordinary get-together into a blockbuster event! Whether you’re a die-hard cinephile (pun possibly intended, yippie [read more]

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Graduation Gift Exchange Ideas for the Class of 2025

Sam Watanuki

Congratulations to the Class of 2025! As graduation season approaches, it’s time to think about how to celebrate these incredible achievers. While individual gifts are wonderful, organizing a graduation gift exchange is a budget-friendly and [read more]

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How to Host a DIY Gift Exchange Party for National Craft Month

Sam Watanuki

March is National Craft Month—the perfect excuse to gather your friends, family, or coworkers for a handmade gift swap that’ll spark creativity and make memories! Why buy gifts when you can make them? A DIY [read more]

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Themed Gift Exchange Ideas for Every Month of the Year

Sam Watanuki

Why limit the fun of gift exchanges to December? Get ready to spread joy all year long with these creative themed gift exchange ideas that’ll keep the spirit of giving alive through every season! From [read more]

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How to Organize a Charity Gift Exchange and Give Back

Sam Watanuki

The holiday season is all about spreading joy, and what better way to double the impact of your giving than by organizing a charity gift exchange? This creative twist on traditional gift-giving lets you share [read more]

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How to Host a Spring Fling Gift Exchange for Plant Lovers

Sam Watanuki

Spring is the perfect time to celebrate growth and renewal with fellow plant enthusiasts! If you’re looking for a fun way to connect with other green thumbs, hosting a Spring Fling gift exchange is the [read more]

Celebrate Galentine's Day with a Secret Galentine Gift Exchange
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Celebrate Galentine’s Day with a Secret Gift Exchange

Meghan L

👯‍♀️ Will You Be My Galentine? Celebrate your gal pals by inviting them to a Secret Galentine to exchange gifts. It’s like Secret Santa, but for your besties. It’ll surely be a hit! With Elfster, [read more]

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10 Fun Non-Gift Exchange Ideas for the Holidays

Sam Watanuki

The holidays are all about connection, joy, and creating memories with the people you love. While traditional gift-giving can be a wonderful way to celebrate, it often comes with stress, clutter, and a hefty price [read more]

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Employee Appreciation Gifts – What Your Team Really Wants

Sam Watanuki

Employee appreciation isn’t just a nice-to-have. It’s a game-changer for creating a motivated, engaged, and loyal team. When you’re recognizing a big milestone or just saying thank you for a job well done, the right [read more]

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The Joy of Running an Ugly Sweater Gift Exchange

Sam Watanuki
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Have an IRL Pokemon Unite Gift Exchange!

Sam Watanuki
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Classroom Secret Santa – How to Run a Gift Exchange for Your Students

Sam Watanuki
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6 Unique Thanksgiving Secret Gift Exchange Ideas

Sam Watanuki
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Ho, Ho, Hooray! It’s National Start a Secret Santa Day!

Meghan L

‘Tis the season to celebrate National Start a Secret Santa Day! Run, run, Rudolph over to Elfster to easily organize your free Secret Santa extravaganza! Whether you’re organizing a Secret Santa with family, friends, or [read more]

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What Happens If Someone Doesn’t Like Their Secret Santa Gift?

Sam Watanuki
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How to Host a Vintage-Themed Gift Exchange

Sam Watanuki
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How to Host a Gender Reveal Gift Exchange

Sam Watanuki
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How to Start a Secret Santa Tradition in Your Neighborhood

Sam Watanuki
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Gift Exchange Bingo: Turn White Elephant into a Game Night

Sam Watanuki
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Top 10 Secret Santa Themes for 2024 – Gift Exchange Theme Ideas

Sam Watanuki
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Host A Gift Auction – Bid on White Elephant Presents

Sam Watanuki
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How to Throw a Zero Waste Gift Exchange – Sustainable Gift Ideas

Sam Watanuki
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8 Unisex White Elephant Gifts Everyone Will Fight For In 2024

Sam Watanuki

White Elephant gift exchanges are the ultimate way to inject fun and unpredictability into any holiday party! But let’s face it, picking the perfect gift can be a challenge, especially when you want something everyone [read more]

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