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White elephant gifts are meant to be funny or impractical, but they can also be useful and -- most importantly -- cheap!

Another great part about shopping for a white elephant gift is the fact that they don't have to be personalized since you won't know who's going to receive it. And while shopping for a gift that can please a crowd can be tricky, but we have plenty of suggestions that will go over well regardless of the recipient.

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For those who have never participated in a classic white elephant exchange, this is a group gifting activity. All participants take turns in choosing between an unopened gift or "stealing" an unwrapped gift from another participant.

There is usually a gifting amount maximum ranging from $10 to $50, ensuring everyone gets a fair chance at receiving a fun prize.

If you are taking part in a white elephant gift exchange of your own this year, you can shop our picks below, all at various price points to keep you on budget while shopping.

Scroll below to find your favorite!

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$10 or less

AQKILO® Shark Finger Puppet Set, Animals Puppet Show Theater Props, Novelty Toys Weird Stuff Gifts, 10Pcs

Price: $9.99 · From Amazon

Magic 8 Ball Kids Toy, Retro Themed Novelty Fortune Teller, Ask a Question and Turn Over for Answer (Amazon Exclusive)

Price: $9.99 · From Amazon

Totally impractical, sure, but this one has the double appeal of being both fun and nostaglic for folks who played with these as kids.

Three Potato Four x Peanuts Snoopy Doghouse Flower Key Tag

Price: $10 · From Free People

RP Minis: The Screaming Goat (Paperback)

Price: $7.65 · From Amazon

Leave Me Alone Satin Sleeping Mask

Price: $6.49 · 50% Savings
From Claire's

Original: $12.99

How To Speak Cat Cards

Price: $10 · From Uncommon Goods

Meat Shredder Claws Shredding Stocking Stuffers

Price: $8.79 · From Amazon

Flamin' Hot Cheetos Eyeshadow Palette, 12 Colors, .63 oz

Price: $8.97 · From Walmart

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$20 or less

Balance & Tranquility Grow Kit

Price: $12 · From Uncommon Goods

Custom Socks with Photo

Price: $11.99 · From Amazon

For a party where guests are more close-knit, gifting a pair of socks with your own face on them (goofy expression optional) could be a hilarious way to get everyone laughing.

Stupid Deaths Card Game Tin

Price: $8.99 · 33% Savings
From Macy's

Original: $13.49

Hog Wild White Unicorn Popper Toy - Shoot Foam Balls Up to 20 Feet - 6 Rainbow Balls Included - Age 4+

Price: $13.19 · From Amazon

Piudee White Elephant Ring Holder

Price: $11.98 · From Amazon

$50 or less

Spotted Wellies Garden Ducks

Price: $30 to $40 · From Uncommon Goods

Mermaker Burritos Tortilla Throw Blanket 2.0 Double Sided 71 inches for Adult and Kids

Price: $21.99 · 45% Savings
From Amazon

Original: $39.99

Ellis Brooklyn BOOKLET Perfume Discovery Set

Price: $21 · From Sephora

Discover the best of Ellis Brooklyn with the BOOKLET Perfume Discovery Set.

Uncommon Goods Monday/Friday Sock Set

Price: $25 · From Uncommon Goods

Uncommon Goods Through the Window Puzzle Advent Calendar

Price: $28 · From Uncommon Goods

Uncommon Goods Calming Shower Steamers Gift Set, Set of 5

Price: $28 · From Uncommon Goods

Uncommon Goods Chocolate Lover Hot Chocolate Gift Set

Price: $40 · From Uncommon Goods

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Uncommon Goods Book of Honey

Price: $49 · From Uncommon Goods