White elephant parties are a rite of holiday season passage, with friends and family scrambling to avoid the embarrassment of an unwanted gift. Here’s our list of quirky, useful and just plain weird presents to ensure your next exchange ends in laughter, not awkward silences.

From a coffee mug shaped like a teapot and a fun Lego set to sushi-shaped magnets, our recommendations span the quirky to the practical. No matter your budget, there’s a gift here that will have someone fighting to take it home. Even if it’s a THC spirit, which is a game-changer for any group.

But remember, not all gifts are created equal. Basic candles, puzzles, and live animals are best left unwrapped. As are, you guessed it, actual trash. Avoid the wrath of the gift giver who received a piece of garbage as a joke.

And if you’re new to the game, the rules are simple: bring a wrapped gift, steal or choose, but be prepared for repeated thefts. The best gifts often end up with the sharpest takers, not the original gift giver.

So grab your best white elephant, and let the games begin. Or, if you’re feeling particularly green, opt for the THC spirit instead. Just make sure your colleagues aren’t teetotalers.