Unwrap Joy: 25 Heartwarming DIY White Elephant Gift Ideas your Friends will Love

White elephant gift exchanges can be a ton of fun, but coming up with a clever and unique gift idea can be a challenge. The last thing you want is for your gift to be a dud or land in the pile of regifted items no one wants.

Luckily, we’ve got you covered with some heartwarming, hilarious and downright useful ideas that are easy to make yourself. Keep reading to discover 25 great white elephant gift ideas that are sure to be the hit of the party.

1. Tile Coasters with Photos

Who doesn’t love a personalized gift? These easy-to-make tile coasters allow you to use your own photos to create customized coasters that are both beautiful and practical.

2. Dip-Dyed Candles

Candles are always a popular gift item, but take it up a notch with these gorgeous dip-dyed candles. They’re super simple to make, and yours friends will love the unique touch.

3. DIY Chalkboard Mug

Add a little fun to your friends’ mornings with this DIY chalkboard mug. The chalkboard paint lets them write whatever message they want right on the side.

4. Cocktail Chocolate Spoons

No white elephant gift exchange is complete without a touch of booze. These cocktail chocolate spoons are the perfect way to combine quirky gift-giving with the joy of a delicious treat.

5. Glitter Gummy Bear Art

Everyone loves gummy bears, and they’re pretty cute too. This craft combines gummy bears, glitter, and shadow boxes to create a one-of-a-kind piece of wall art.

6. Handmade Tea Infuser

You don’t need to break the bank to come up with a special gift. This tea infuser is both pretty and functional, and you can whip it together in no time flat.

7. Marbled Print Earrings

These marbled print earrings are fashion-forward and easy to make. Plus, they’ll add the perfect pop of color to your friend’s favorite outfit.

8. Painted Peppermint Bowl

This peppermint-themed bowl is sure to be a big hit at any holiday gathering. It’s simple enough to make with just a few supplies, yet looks elegant and modern.

9. Personalized Recipe Board

If your friend likes to cook, they’ll appreciate this versatile recipe board. You can customize it with any text you like, making it the perfect unique touch to their kitchen space.

10. Pin Cushion in a Cupcake Jar

This adorable gift incorporates two quirky craft ideas: a cupcake jar filled with anything from candy to small sewing supplies and a reusable pin cushion on top

11. Portable Tic-Tac-Toe Board

If anyone in your group has kids, they’ll love this travel-sized tic-tac-toe board. Sewn right into a felt pouch for easy storage, this could be the start of an epic game of tic-tac-toe just about anywhere (and fights off boredom while waiting for food while eating out).

12. Pressed Flower Phone Case

Flower power isn’t just confined to the ’70s! Captivate your nature-loving friend's taste by gifting a cellphone case made from real dried flowers!

13. Jewelry Dish Ring Holder

Isn’t this jewelry dish just delightfully whimsical? Personalize it a bit more by painting it The Little Prince-inspired Prince’s star or choose Olay No finish liquid necessary and cover it with galaxy art like Veronica Sorrenson's on Instagram.

14. Office Supply Organizer

Take the decorated cardboard technology on step further by gifting office supply organizer made from cereal box. Spruce it up by adding some colorful paper, decoupage and ad some sparkle if feeling extra fancy.