Choosing a white elephant gift that everyone will want to steal can be a fun and creative challenge - especially when you add in supporting local, Pittsburgh businesses!

Here are some ideas for gifts under $50 that are likely to be a hit at your white elephant exchange AND that support our local small businesses:

  1. Gift Cards: Consider a gift card to a local restaurant, coffee shop, or gift shop. Gift cards are often highly sought-after.

  2. Funny Mugs: Find a quirky or humorous mug that suits the taste of your family members. You could also pair it with a small bag of coffee or tea. These ones from Pittsburgh Pottery are pretty cool!

  3. Funky Socks: Colorful or themed socks with unique patterns or designs can be a fun and practical gift. Add a little Pittsburgh to it with these or these!

  4. Gourmet Food Items: Look for gourmet chocolates, hot sauces, or unique snacks that are packaged nicely. Local honey is a great gift item that many appreciate. Check out some great, local honey here.

  5. Luxury Relaxation: give the gift of a relaxing shower experience with these Pittsburgh-made shower steamers.

  6. Reusable Shopping Bags: High-quality, eco-friendly shopping bags are both practical and environmentally friendly. This one shows off your love for the ‘burg!

  7. Candles: Scented or decorative candles can make a great gift, especially during the holiday season. These, these, and these are great local options!

  8. Unique Soaps: handmade soaps make a wonderfully smelling conversation piece. Check out some amazing, local ones here.

  9. Cozy Sweatshirt: Give the gift of warmth with a new, Pittsburgh-inspired hoodie here.

  10. Quirky Ornament: Look for quirky, funny, or unique ornaments - such as these from Stratford Studios.

  11. A Fun Puzzle: For those puzzlers in your life, consider a unique puzzle with a Pittsburgh twist. This one is super unique!

Remember that the key to a successful white elephant gift is to balance humor and utility. Choose something that will make people smile but is still practical enough that someone would genuinely want to take it home. Additionally, wrapping the gift creatively can add to the fun of the exchange.

Plus, it always feels good to support the Pittsburgh community!

The Dallas-Fincham Team and Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

Rich Dallas

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