Christmas is approaching and it's high time to think about this year's Christmas gifts. A fun alternative to the traditional gift exchange is Secret Santa. This gift game works just as well whether you're with family, friends, or colleagues at the office.
Here we've gathered our best gift ideas for Secret Santa, suitable both for people you know inside out and colleagues you might not know very well.
What is Secret Santa?
Secret Santa is a fun gift game for friends, family and colleagues where all participants draw a name in advance of a person they will buy a Christmas gift for, but the recipient doesn't know who it is. Often the group agrees on a common budget so that the gifts are roughly on the same level.
When it's time for the Christmas celebration, all the packages are gathered in one place and then distributed anonymously to the right person. One by one the participants open their gifts and try to guess who their secret Santa is. The result is often more personal and thoughtful gifts than, for example, the Christmas swap game, where the presents can vary widely in content.
What can you buy for Secret Santa?
For Secret Santa to be extra successful it's nicest if the gift feels thoughtful and personal. Think about what the person likes, whether they have a hobby, or if you've overheard something they actually wish for. Just remember that you can't ask the other participants for tips, as you might reveal yourself as the secret Santa!
Here we've compiled 20 gift ideas in different price ranges suitable for both women and men:
A sleek knife set with wooden handles is a perfect gift that often becomes an everyday favorite in the kitchen. Perfect for someone who likes to cook and wants good tools close at hand.
For the cocktail enthusiast, a shaker is never wrong. With this stylish shaker it's easy to mix everything from classic cocktails to your own favorite drinks like a real pro.
A pizza peel is the perfect gift for someone who loves pizza and wants to succeed with their own homemade version. The peel makes it easy to get the pizza in and out of the oven without hassle.
Everyone needs coasters! These brushed aluminium coasters have a sleek design that fits into any home and protect the table from stains and rings.
Buy the product online: Akira Knife Set brown handle (also available in black), Costello Shaker, BBQ Pizza Peel, Bergdal Coasters.
Tired of hearing someone struggle with the lid? This smart bottle and jar opener makes it easy to open both jars and bottles. A clever little aid that makes a big difference.
An elegant vase elevates any bouquet. A perfect gift for someone who likes to decorate with flowers and create a cozy atmosphere at home.
For someone who likes to spend time in the kitchen an apron is a gift that always goes down well. The Elena apron is made from durable denim fabric with a leather pocket at the front that protects against splashes and spills.
A nice salad bowl with matching salad servers makes everyday dinners a bit more festive. Perfect for someone who likes to serve delicious salads for both weekdays and weekends.
Buy the product online: Bula Jar/Bottle Opener, Elegant Vase conical (also in round design), Elena Apron, Glitter Salad Bowl Set.
For someone who loves long lie-ins with breakfast in bed a breakfast tray is a perfect gift. This breakfast tray is a suitable size and holds breakfast for two.
Attractive salad servers with wooden handles make serving both simple and stylish. An appreciated gift for someone who likes to set a nice table.
Glass coffee cups let you see everything from black coffee to latte and tea. A sleek detail for someone who wants to make coffee breaks a little more luxurious.
A stylish salt and pepper grinder lifts both the kitchen and the table. A great gift for someone who appreciates good food and fine details.
Buy the product online: Frona Breakfast Tray, Sico Salad Servers, Kari Long Mug, Karou Pepper/Salt Grinder white (also available in black).
A classic hip flask is a fun gift for someone who enjoys parties, outdoor life or afterski. Easy to carry and perfect for a small splash of your favorite drink.
This sleek glass jug works just as well for water as for juice, iced tea or sangria. Perfect for both everyday dinners and entertaining.
If you have an onion chopper yourself you know what a kitchen life-hack it is. Give one to someone who wants cooking to be quick and easy or who just wants to chop onions without tears.
A cheese board with accompanying cheese knives is the ultimate gift for the cheese lover. Perfect for cozy get-togethers, cheese and wine nights or as a finish to a dinner.
Buy the product online: Kevin Hip Flask 2.1 dl, Kay Glass Jug with stainless steel lid, Loke Onion & Vegetable Chopper, Oline Round Cheese Board (also available as rectangular).
Do you have a coffee-loving colleague, friend or family member who likes a little extra? Then a French press is just perfect!
No table setting is complete without napkin rings. These give the table an elegant touch and come in both gold and silver, making it easy to match the home's style.
The Selina serving tray works for all occasions. The tray is perfect for offering guests snacks, dressing up taco night a bit more, or dividing snacks during a cozy evening.
The Sundby bioethanol lantern creates the ultimate cozy feeling in any home. An atmospheric decor piece that almost gives the same feeling as a fireplace, without any smoke or soot.
Buy the product online: Prexa French Press 1 liter, Svea Napkin Rings Brass 6-pack (also available in silver), Selina Serving Tray, Sundby Bioethanol Lantern Stainless Steel (also available in black).