17 Thoughtful, Zany and Creative Gifts Under $50 For Your Co-workers

17 Thoughtful, Zany and Creative Gifts Under $50 For Your Co-workers

It’s that time of year again when the office will be filled with festive decorations, delicious treats and “ugly” winter sweaters – the holiday season is upon us!

That’s right. We’re only a few short weeks away from holiday parties and gift exchanges.

To help you find the perfect gift for your co-workers, we’ve put together this list of thoughtful, zany and creative gifts that your colleagues are sure to love.
 
17 Thoughtful, Zany and Creative Gifts Under $50 For Your Co-workers

1. Workshop companion

Get it for: The colleague who is a Jack-of-all trades. This handy book set will help them with their wood working, car repair, gardening, painting, plumbing and electrical projects. (Field Notes, $19.95)
 
17 Thoughtful, Zany and Creative Gifts Under $50 For Your Co-workers

2. Lamy pen

Get it for: The colleague who is always furiously scribbling notes and needs a beautiful pen to jot down all their thoughts. If a ballpoint one won’t do, there are also fountain, mechanical and rollerball pens under the $50 mark. (Lamy, $37)
 
17 Thoughtful, Zany and Creative Gifts Under $50 For Your Co-workers

3. Beaches book $40.00

Get it for: The colleague who’s pining for their next tropical vacation. Inspire their destination bucket list with this photo-filled book of the beaches of the world. (Anthropologie, $40)
 
17 Thoughtful, Zany and Creative Gifts Under $50 For Your Co-workers

4. Zen garden

Get it for: The colleague who loves a little relaxation from meditation or yoga. A desktop zen garden will give them a mini-oasis and help them stay centered. (Etsy, $48 and up)
 
17 Thoughtful, Zany and Creative Gifts Under $50 For Your Co-workers

5. Phone home $32.00

Get it for: The colleague who can be a bit of a scatterbrain and is always losing their cell. This beautiful dock will help them always know where to reach for their smartphone. (Stak Ceramics, $32)
 
17 Thoughtful, Zany and Creative Gifts Under $50 For Your Co-workers

6. Bubble bath

Get it for: The colleague who is always on the go. Give them a way to unwind after work with this set of five bubble baths from Lush.

Bonus: The set is already wrapped! (Lush, $39.95)
 
17 Thoughtful, Zany and Creative Gifts Under $50 For Your Co-workers

7. Make your own hot sauce

Get it for: The colleague who is the foodie in the group. Give them the tools to create their own hot sauce! Maybe they’ll even bring back a treat for the office to pair it with. (Uncommon Goods, $34.95)
 
17 Thoughtful, Zany and Creative Gifts Under $50 For Your Co-workers

8. Melting Frosty

Get it for: The colleague who is artistic and loves working with their hands. They’ll never run out of ways to occupy themselves with this melting Frosty. (Mastermind Toys, $11.99)
 
17 Thoughtful, Zany and Creative Gifts Under $50 For Your Co-workers

9. Vintage pinball

Get it for: The colleague who loves video games.

This classic vintage pinball is a fun way for them to test their reflexes — and remember that some things never go out of style. (Indigo, $18.38)
 
17 Thoughtful, Zany and Creative Gifts Under $50 For Your Co-workers

10. Travel cocktail kit

Get it for: The colleague who is a jet-setter with a discerning palate. Make sure they’re ready for their next flight with an old fashioned, gin and tonic, Moscow mule, champagne cocktail, bloody Mary or hot toddy. (W&P Design, $24)
 
17 Thoughtful, Zany and Creative Gifts Under $50 For Your Co-workers

11. Cardboard iPad TV stand

Get it for: The colleague who spends their breaks watching YouTube videos. This iPad TV stand will class up their viewing. (Uncommon Goods, $30)
 
17 Thoughtful, Zany and Creative Gifts Under $50 For Your Co-workers

12. Breakfast sandwich maker $24.94

Get it for: The colleague who loves to grab a breakfast sandwich on the way to work. Help them cut out the middle man and start making their own. (Walart, $24.94)
 
17 Thoughtful, Zany and Creative Gifts Under $50 For Your Co-workers

13. Hamilton CD

Get it for: The colleague who likes to think outside the box. Help inspire them with the music from the Broadway musical that changed what Broadway musicals can be. (Best Buy, $24.99)
 
17 Thoughtful, Zany and Creative Gifts Under $50 For Your Co-workers

14. 642 things to write about journal

Get it for: The colleague who is a wordsmith but may be suffering from some writer’s block. This journal with 642 writing prompts will be sure to get their creative juices flowing. (Barnes and Noble, $16.95)
 
17 Thoughtful, Zany and Creative Gifts Under $50 For Your Co-workers

15. Google cardboard

Get it for: The colleague who is always lusting after the latest virtual reality gear. Give them a sense of the action with this beginner headset. (Google, $20)
 
17 Thoughtful, Zany and Creative Gifts Under $50 For Your Co-workers

16. National parks coloring book

Get it for: The colleague who always doodles during meetings. Help them fulfill their artistic desires — and get a mental escape into nature —with a coloring book designed for adults. (Crayola, $19.99)
 
17 Thoughtful, Zany and Creative Gifts Under $50 For Your Co-workers

17. Lego architecture

Get it for: The colleague who loves American landmarks and architecture. Put them to work recreating some of the most well-known buildings around. (Lego, $29.99-$49.99+)
 
Happy holidays and happy gifting!

Ramona writes about business, wellness, and happiness in the workplace. When she’s not wordsmithing, she enjoys travel and staying active. An avid reader, Ramona finds inspiration in a wide range of literature and can always find time to sit down with a good book.
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