How it works
- Everyone brings one wrapped gift within an agreed price limit.
- Players draw numbers to set the order.
- Player 1 opens a gift. Each next player either opens a new gift or steals one that is already open.
- Someone whose gift is stolen can open a new one or steal from someone else.
- Common rules: a gift can only be stolen two or three times, and you cannot steal back immediately.
Gift ideas people actually want
- A good insulated tumbler or water bottle
- A cozy throw blanket
- A board or card game for groups
- Gourmet hot chocolate or coffee set
- A portable phone charger
- A cast-iron pan or a good kitchen knife
- Fun socks with a pair of slippers
- A plant in a nice pot
- LED string lights
- A scratch-off map or travel journal
- Hot sauce or spice sampler
- A mini waffle maker
- Bluetooth tracker for keys
- A puzzle that is a talking point
- A movie night kit: popcorn, sweets and a voucher
Funny but still useful
- An oversized mug
- A "desk exercise" kit
- A cookbook for an absurd theme
- A giant chocolate bar
Tips
- Stick to the price limit.
- Wrap well; mystery helps.
- Avoid personal items such as perfume or clothing sizes.
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