41 DIY Christmas Gag Gifts | White Elephant Christmas Gift Ideas!

Looking for some DIY Christmas Gag Gifts? It can be tough to dig through the internet trying to find ideas that are funny, original, and easy to make, so I’ve gathered my favorites all in one spot! With 41 hilarious options, you’re sure to find the perfect gag gift for your next white elephant exchange or Christmas party!

41 DIY Christmas Gag Gifts

When it comes to DIY Christmas Gag Gifts, I’m all in. Making something funny from scratch is so much more memorable than buying something off the shelf, and often way cheaper too!

We do a few gift exchanges every Christmas where gag gifts are a must, so I’m always on the lookout for clever new ideas. This year, I decided to collect them all in one place to make it easy for you to find a good laugh without scrolling for hours.

Prefer to buy your white elephant gifts instead? Check out my list of 35+ of the best ones here!

Candy Cane Puzzle

This one’s simple but hilarious! Just snap a candy cane into several pieces and attach a little note that says, “Candy Cane Puzzle – Beginner Level: X Pieces.” It’s cheap, easy, and guaranteed to get a laugh.

Candy Cane Seeds

Package up peppermints as “candy cane seeds” for a cute twist on classic Christmas candy. I’d go with individually wrapped mints, it keeps things neat and adds to the charm!

Chill Pills

Fill a jar with colorful candies and label them “Chill Pills.” The instructions might say to take one for stress relief, but honestly, I’d probably need a whole handful during the holidays!

Crap for Christmas

This looks like a simple roll of toilet paper with a funny label until you realize there’s cash hidden inside the tube! It’s both ridiculous and brilliant.

Snowman Poop

Classic and easy! Just grab mini marshmallows, add the free printable tag, and you’ve got the perfect little stocking stuffer that always gets a giggle.

Elf’s Basic Food Groups

Inspired by the movie Elf, this box includes all of Buddy’s favorite food groups, candy, candy canes, candy corn, and syrup, plus spaghetti of course! Add a little cash for an extra laugh.

Expert Level Jigsaw Puzzle

A bag of sawdust labeled “Expert Level Puzzle” is the perfect mix of clever and absurd. Ideal for anyone who always gets a puzzle every Christmas!

Christmas Gag Gift Can Labels

These printable can labels are my own creation and they always steal the show! Just replace a can’s original label with one of these funny versions. There are four designs to choose from and you can download them for free.

Beets Headphones

A punny play on “Beats Headphones.” Tape two small cans of beets to a headband and you’ve got the perfect tech-themed gag gift for teens or music lovers.

Eye Pad

One of my favorites! It’s literally a pad of paper labeled “Eye Pad.” You can buy it or easily make your own for a good laugh at any white elephant exchange.

Grinch Pills

Green M&Ms become “Grinch Pills” with the printable label linked above. Perfect for anyone who might need a little extra Christmas spirit this year!

Elf Snot

One of my most-loved creations. A jar of slime labeled “Elf Snot” is the perfect way to give a gift card in a totally unexpected way. Grab the free printable stickers and tutorial. This one’s always a crowd favorite!

Rolling in the Dough

This clever play on words is the perfect mix of funny and thoughtful. Wrap a few $20 bills around a rolling pin, tie it with ribbon, and add a tag that says “Rolling in the Dough.” It’s both a cheeky gag and a creative way to give a cash bonus.

Snowman Soup

This adorable “soup” is really just hot cocoa mix with marshmallows and candy canes, but the poem that comes with it makes it even sweeter. Perfect for teachers, neighbors, or anyone who could use a warm cup of cheer!

Fish & Chips

I laughed out loud when I found this one. It’s an actual live goldfish paired with a bag of chips! Totally unexpected and guaranteed to be the hit of the gift exchange. Just make sure the recipient is ready for a new pet.

Hidden Money Candy Jar

This one looks innocent enough, just a jar of candy with a cute tag. But once they open the lid, they’ll find the real surprise, a hidden stash of cash inside! Sweet and sneaky all at once.

Holiday Dough

Another money-themed favorite. Wrap your gift cash in a festive tag that says “Holiday Dough.” It’s simple, clever, and sure to get a laugh before they pocket their prize.

Lottery Wreath

If you’ve ever gifted scratch-offs before, this wreath idea takes it up a notch. Arrange lottery tickets in a wreath shape with ribbon. It’s festive, funny, and could even make someone rich!

Life Gives You Lemons

When Life gives you lemons, you make lemonade! This gift combines a box of Life cereal, a bag of lemons, and a funny note. It’s easy to put together and guaranteed to get a chuckle.

Nacho Ordinary Christmas Gift

This idea is equal parts cute and practical. A small basket with chips, salsa, and a tag that says “Nacho Ordinary Christmas Gift” works for friends, coworkers, or neighbors alike.

Reindeer Farts

A bag of cotton candy labeled “Reindeer Farts” might just be the most ridiculous and festive thing ever. Bright colors make it even better and kids will absolutely lose it over this one!

DIY Marshmallow Shooter

Equal parts gag and legit toy, this kit includes all the parts for a mini marshmallow shooter. The printable diagram shows how to assemble it and it’s a total hit with kids and grown-ups alike.

Rootin’ Tootin’ Christmas

One of my original creations and it never fails to make people laugh! Pair a can of root beer with a can of baked beans, add the printable tag, and you’ve got a “Rootin’ Tootin’ Christmas” gift that’s totally unforgettable.

Mt. Dew Cake

This one is as silly as it is creative. Stack cans of Mountain Dew into a “cake” shape, wrap it in ribbon, and you’ve got a soda lover’s dream. Perfect for teens or college students!

Reindeer Noses

Mix chocolate malt balls with one red gumball or cherry candy in each bag. Voilà, “Reindeer Noses.” It’s quick, inexpensive, and absolutely adorable.

Holiday Cash

A festive little rhyme makes cash-giving feel extra special. Wrap bills with a printable tag or tuck them into a card. It’s a classic that always brings a smile.

Ho Ho Ho from the Ding Dongs

Grab a few boxes of Hostess Ding Dongs, stack them up, and tie with ribbon. Add a tag that says “Ho Ho Ho from the Ding Dongs” and you’ve got a crowd-pleaser that’s both cute and delicious!

Box of Money

This one’s a total surprise. Label the box “Pull Here” and watch their hesitation turn into delight when a stream of cash comes out. Click the link above to see how to make your own version.

Reese’s Explosion

Buy every Reese’s product you can find, cups, pieces, bars, and more, and arrange them in a gift basket. It’s less of a gag and more of a dream come true for any peanut butter lover!

Gift Card Roulette Wreath

This might just be the ultimate gag gift. Hang a dozen gift cards on a wreath but only one has any money on it. Recipients have to call each number to find the winner. It’s hilarious chaos every time!

Exercise Block

Print out the instructions: “Place this block on the floor. Walk around it twice. Sit down and relax, you just walked around the block twice.” It’s punny perfection and sure to get a groan-laugh combo.

Reindeer Poop

Apparently, reindeer are a popular gag gift theme. We’ve got noses, farts, and now poop! Fill a bag with chocolate candies, add a funny label, and you’ve got instant holiday humor.

Robert Downy Jr.

Pure genius. Tape a photo of Robert Downey Jr. to a bottle of Downy fabric softener. It’s practical, punny, and will have everyone cracking up. (Source unknown, but they deserve a medal.)

Self Tanning Kit

Another one of my personal creations. A tub of cheese balls and a can of spray cheese turn into a “self-tanning kit.” The printable labels make it look official and hysterical.

Christmas Dough

Play-Doh plus hidden cash equals a clever play on “Christmas Dough.” This easy DIY is perfect for kids to gift grown-ups or vice versa, and it never fails to get a laugh.

Straw Hat

All you need is a bag of raffia and a sense of humor. Add a tag that says “Straw Hat, One Size Fits All. Some Assembly Required.” It’s ridiculously simple and completely hilarious.

Redneck Cake

Held together with duct tape, this “cake” stacks up snack cakes and candy for a sugar-filled laugh. Over-the-top and perfect for any redneck-themed exchange!

Emergency Chocolate

This idea is simple, classy, and oh-so-relatable. Frame a candy bar behind glass with a sign that says “In Case of Emergency, Break Glass.” Cheap, easy, and universally appreciated!

Cold Hard Cash

Freeze money in a block of ice for a literal take on “cold hard cash.” It’s a bit of effort but watching someone chip away at their gift is comedy gold.

3 Piece Chicken Dinner

This one cracks me up every time. It’s just three pieces of candy corn labeled as a “Three Piece Chicken Dinner.” Simple, silly, and perfect for a quick laugh.

DIY Bubble Bath

And finally, one of my all-time favorites from this list, a jar of 15-bean soup labeled “DIY Bubble Bath: Make Your Own Bubbles.” It’s weird, witty, and a guaranteed hit at any party. You can grab the free printable label to make your own version here.

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