Christmas Gift Ideas for Your Coworkers

Having a secret Santa party at work is always fun, but what types of gifts are inexpensive and best for your coworkers? Read this post to get some gift ideas.

By Carmen Slabbert
Edited by Taj Schlebusch

Published October 18, 2021.

During the holiday season, it creates a festive atmosphere in the office when gifts are exchanged. It is easier to buy thoughtful, impactful gifts for your closest loved ones, but it gets harder once you add in the subtleties and professionalism of the workplace. The ideal colleague present needs to be thoughtful and unique; it does not need to be expensive.

Let's go through Christmas gift ideas for your coworker.

Cheap Gift Ideas for Coworkers

Not all gifts need to be expensive. Small gifts for work colleagues will show them that you thought of them during the festive season. The gifts do not need to be elaborate it is the thought behind the gift that matters. Here are some gift ideas most office staff and colleagues would like that are not too expensive.

  • Ceramic succulent planter.
  • Gift card.
  • A structured notepad.
  • Mousepad notepad.
  • Animal-shaped paperclips.
  • Cheerful binder clips.

Homemade Gifts for Coworkers

Do it yourself Christmas gifts are free, fun to make, and give sentimental value to the gifts to your coworkers. These gifts can be personalized to match the colleague's personality. Not only will a DIY gift be a unique gift for your coworkers but it will also be fun to make.

  • Bath bombs.
  • Hand-made soap.
  • Home-baked cookies.
  • Reversible coffee cup cosy.
  • Washi tape pallet coaster.

Should You Give Your Non-Religious Coworkers Christmas Gifts?

People like to participate in events like secret Santa even when they are non-religious. Everybody feels festive during the holiday season. So to keep it fair in the workplace and not to let anyone feel left out, everybody should be included. Making it their decision if they want to participate or not.