Offering a clean slate of stunning earthy decor is a gorgeous five-bedroom home in LA's Los Feliz hood, tucked in the hills with pine trees and wildlife near the iconic Griffith Park. The home is on the market so it's not yet lived in, which makes it the perfect inspiration for creating a cohesive and modern look that's also clutter-free.
"We’re so sick of all white everything and this house is the perfect antithesis of that," said Sam O'Connor of O'Connor Estates, who helped stage the home after it was beautifully renovated by Ruby and Mike Rubin, design principals at Rubin Studio. "The overall aesthetic is warm and earthy but with the perfect use of color throughout," says Sam.
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With a mix of rustic reds, rich greens, and vibrant blues, the home feels inviting and ready for a lucky someone to plant their roots. Budget aside, the inspiration here is worth noting for your 2025 decor and sources come from places like All Modern, Nordic Knots, and HD Buttercup along with vintage pieces too.
"The inspiration for styling was 1970’s Brazilian interiors… Bold, casual and elevated," says Sarah S. Brady, founder of Platform Home. She used an antique rug in the entry from LA's Rose Bowl Flea Market and a large portrait by artist Ali Silverstein.
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Rubin Studio used a Sea Ranch-inspired cedar exterior, and natural materials with interesting textures throughout the home like corks, rough cement tiles, tiles with saturated colors, and cedar, teak, and white oak woods.
Green lovers can take cues from this living room, with saturated green tiles, a Willow Modular Sofa in sage from HD Buttercup, and a Moroccan rug with pops of contrasting yellow by Raha Roho.
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“Going into 2025 we have been seeing a lot of darker tones of browns and deep mauves, including upholstery with interesting texture and rich in tone, plus millwork with darker stains or paint" says Ruby Rubin. Rubin Studios added in custom details with more warmth and character.
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"We created new functional spaces and isolated moments in the walk-through pantry, kitchen, dining room bookshelf, and wet bar," says Mike Rubin of the custom millwork.
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Sam and Claire highlighted the warm earthy tones throughout. "We feel the house is a piece of art and we didn’t want to distract from that. The new dining area is now one of our favorite areas of the home!” Sam says.
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I am 100 percent on board with this green bed in velvet from All Modern. Paired with a jute rug, oak flooring, and mid-century banquette, it's the perfect starter kit for a dreamy bedroom. Vintage art and an iconic Zig Zag chair add personality to already gorgeous design.
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Rubin Studios used a collection of natural honed stone including Jade Quartzite, Quartzite Nero, Calacatta Viola, and Red Travertine that make moments like these interesting, bold, and beautiful throughout.
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The earthy tile and Nickey Kehoe rug continues the green theme from master bedroom to master bath.
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The slate floors, custom millwork, and green tile on the main floor flawlessly complements the trees and views of the home.
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The guest bedroom pairs warm amber tones with natural linens and a jute rug with organic pattern.
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This rosy bathroom is the perfect extension of some of the neutral and warmer tones in the house.
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Here's where olive green meets a burgundy red tile (in the bathroom coming up) to warm up the neutral base.
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Floor-to-ceiling tile makes a beautiful statement in a small bathroom.
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The burgundy marble stone is a stunning complement to the tile above.
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And then there's the rich cobalt blue to surprise and delight with a rug from Nordic Knots. This is the perfect chill spot with wet bar for entertaining. Sign us up!
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Working from home is a blessing and a curse. On one hand, it's great that you can get sh*t done virtually anywhere with WiFi, but on the other, you're constantly summoned to your couch (or in more severe cases, your bed) to take a "break" (a nap) that can impact your productivity. Having cute desk accessories and organization solutions on deck at all times is a must for anyone seeking to dial in and simply feel good about the whole 'working from home' thing. Whether you know the beauty of WFH life or not, these gifts for people who work from home will certainly liven up any workspace.
Our fave WFH gifts in this post:
- Papier Joy Weekly Desk Planner ($20)
- Kawaii Animals Erasable Gel Pen Set ($6, was $10)
- Tech Taffy Desk Duster ($12)
- Umbra Montage Wall Shelf ($65)
- Ergonomic Computer Mouse Pad ($10)
- Electric Coffee Mug Warmer ($25)
- Line Friends Cable Management Holder ($18)
- The Work Wellness Deck ($20)
Scroll on for more of the best WFH gifts to give in 2024!
Papier
1. Papier Joy Weekly Desk Planner
Seeing every to-do item in one place (that's not a computer screen) is a major game-changer for staying on-task, and the ultimate hack is this structured notepad.
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2. Personalized Acrylic Name Plate
This custom, made-to-order name plate would make any WFH-er feel more dignified.
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3. Rossie Home Premium Acacia Wood Lap Desk
This way, they can take their work anywhere, whether it be the sofa or bed. The finished wood gives this lap desk an upscale feel that means business!
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4. Cute Duck LED Lamp
This cute, squishy desk-sized lamp is sure to alleviate The Horrors (work stress).
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5. Kawaii Animals Erasable Gel Pen Set
These top-rated animal pens are the perfect little workday cheerleaders when they hang out at anyone's desk.
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6. Tech Taffy Desk Duster
This gooey glob helps get the grime (like dust and dirt) out from in between their keyboard, mouse, and headphones.
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7. Bose Noise-Cancelling Wireless Headphones
We're convinced that noise-cancelling headphones are a product directly from heaven. This pair does an excellent job at drowning out sonic distractions.
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8. Quartet Desktop Glass Monitor Riser for Computer with Dry-Erase Board
This desk riser with an attached dry-erase board helps eliminate papers from piling up on their desk. It's the perfect vehicle for meeting reminders, brainstorms, and other important work items.
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10. Waterproof Desk Mat
This desk mat can handle it all – keyboards, notebooks, cold drinks, and basically everything else needed for the 9 to 5 grind.
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11. Ergonomic Computer Mouse Pad
Having an ergonomic setup can help prevent that infamous WFH-induced back pain. Start small with this soothing mouse pad!
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12. 12-Sided Fidget Toy
If your working-from-home gift recipient is on the anxious side, a fidget cube can be a real game-changer when it comes to letting out stress and pent-up energy.
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13. Little Glass Table Lamp
Shed some light on their daily work routine with an adorable tiny lamp, shoppable in a variety of playful colors and patterns.
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14. Colorful Sticky Notes
For helping them jot down genius ideas, look no further than gifting a hearty pack of sticky notes. The colors in this set will make working a lot more fun.
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15. Speks Crags Ferrite Putty
This super-satisfying stress ball alternative will keep their anxious hands busy during meetings and email sweeps.
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16. Electric Coffee Mug Warmer
Coffee is life, so make sure their caffeinated cup stays fresh all morning long. This gift is especially thoughtful if you know they're a slow sipper!
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17. Loam Harvest Basket Candle
Having a cute candle lit during the workday instantly improves morale. We don't make the rules.
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18. Ergonomic Laptop Riser
For the on-the-go worker, a laptop without a laptop riser is criminal. This easy-to-set up one has almost 12,000 5-star reviews on Amazon, most notable for its durability.
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19. Umbra Montage Wall Shelf
This lightweight, design-forward wall shelf is perfect for stowing away joy-inspiring knick-knacks and work necessities alike.
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20. Line Friends Cable Management Holder
Let these cutie little bears take the reins – er, rather, the cords – and create more space for a clear head.
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21. Moleskine Classic Hard Cover Notebook
This bound notebook will withstand any weather, plus it's the perfect place to write down great ideas!
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22. ban.do Sticker Book
This lively, colorful sticker book will make those long meetings much more entertaining. These would pair super well with the notebook above for a cutie gift set.
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23. Blue Light Blocking Glasses
Don't let them fry their eyes all day – these blue light glasses work to filter out the harmful effects of [dun-dun-dunnn] computer screens.
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24. Owala Stainless Steel Tumbler
Hydration helps fuel a healthy mind, and that noggin is needed for making great things happen at work. This 40oz insulated tumbler keeps drinks ice-cold all throughout the day!
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25. Chromoeye Working From Home Art Print
This poster says what we're all thinking about WFH.
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26. Pomodoro Timer
The Pomodoro technique is a killer method for staying tuned-in. With this timer, the work time versus rest time is left up to the user.
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27. The Work Wellness Deck
This box o' cards comes ready with 60 different prompts that help your local worker at home destress and recharge before, during, or after the workday.
Day Designer
28. Day Designer 2025 Daily Planner
A planner is going to help facilitate the utmost organization and productivity for your giftee that works from home.
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29. Stay Cool Adjustable Laptop Desk
This lap desk makes it easy for them to slouch on the couch (we're guilty!) or laze in bed while still getting sh*t done while they work.
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30. Hot Stuff Ceramic Mug Book Person
If it's not being used for coffee, consider this the cutest catch-all for miscellaneous desk junk.
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While holiday enthusiasts are breaking out their Christmas trees and stockings, some of us are getting into the spirit a little differently. As a member of the tribe, December is high time for latkes and dreidels. And while our celebrations are truly lit (it’s the Festival of Lights, after all!) the merch selection has never quite had the same allure as the magic of Christmas.
The eight nights of Hanukkah begin on December 25 this year, and we’re on a mission to elevate the classic blue and silver while helping you answer the most challenging question of our time: “what should I buy for my Jewish friends, anyway?” Whether you're looking to ditch the kitsch or fully lean into the uniqueness being one of the Chosen people, here are 24 items that should be on your Hanukkah decorations list.
Our favorite Hanukkah decorations for 2024:
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Jonathan Adler Dachsund Menorah
I just want an entire zoo of these Jonathan Adler menorahs.
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Piecework Puzzles Hanukkah Cookie Tin
There're truly no better way to celebrate than with jelly donuts, dreidels and gelt – except maybe in puzzle form.
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Adara Rituals Talia Dreidel Terrarium
Dreidel-shaped terrariums are the Hanukkah decorations extra I never know I needed. Add a plant for some greenery or dress them up with fairy lights!
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Susan Alexandra Heirloom Tomato Menorah
If Betsey Johnson were to create a capsule Hanukkah collection, this menorah would undoubtedly be a part.
Garnet Hill
Garnet Hill Personalized Hook Wool Pillow
We love a personalization moment, especially when it's as cozy as this pillow.
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Adara Rituals Liora Hurrican Candle Holder
Candle holders shaped like the Star of David? Yes please!
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Godinger Contemporary Modern Menorah
For a more modern take, we love this marble menorah (with pops of gold, of course).
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Adara Rituals Nava Happy Hanukkah Beaded Sign
ICYMI, it's Hanukkah. This beaded sign is giving DIY vibes without all the effort.
Lele Sadoughi
Lele Sadoughi Indigo Crystal Dreidel Headband
Reigning queen of headbands, Lele Sadoughi, truly has something for everyone. I'll take your ugly Christmas sweater and raise you one (actually cute) dreidel headband.
abc Home
abc Home Menorah Ornament
We may not have Christmas trees, but *some of us* have leaned into the Hanukkah bush movement. 👀 No judgement here, though -- unless, of course, you don't decorate yours with on-theme ornaments like this.
Tchotchke
Tchotchke Bubble Ceramic Menorah
This ultra cool bubble menorah is a vibe. Buy it for your most grown up friend who actually has their life together.
Etsy
Handcrafted Wooden Menorah
Feeling rustic? Lean in and add this artisan crafted menorah to your cart.
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Personalized Hanukkah Candle
We can never have enough candles, especially on Hanukkah! Write a personalized message to your bestie and enjoy the scents of the season.
Etsy
Gold Hanukkah Dreidel
It was only a matter of time until the wooden dreidels of yore got a luxe upgrade.
Piecework
Chefaine Yiddish Cocktail Napkins (Set of Four)
Is there anything more Jewish than busting out a random Yiddish word at the slightest inconvenience? No, there's not -- which is why these cocktail napkins are a tongue-in-cheek addition to any dinner party.
Bloomingdale's
Apeloig Collection Menorah
Yes, this is a Barbiecore menorah. And yes, my life is now complete.
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As much as I love an ugly Christmas sweater party, a small part of me still cringes at just how wacky they can be. There's a very fine line between 'ugly Christmas sweater' and 'playful holiday get-up' – but I think these fun holiday sweaters strike the perfect balance of the two. They're all colorful, festive, and so much fun to wear to any and every holiday get-together you've got going this year.
Scroll on for our favorite fun holiday sweaters for every party!
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1. The Violette Short-Sleeve Tinsel Sweater by Maeve
With 'tinsel' literally in this sweater's name, you'll be making a shiny statement wherever you wear this piece. It also comes in silver, gold, navy blue, and brown to suit your personal holiday style.
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2. The A&F Madeline Crew Sweater
This femme 'fit boasts a bow that's reminiscent of holiday gifts and all things merry. It only helps that this sweater is super soft to the touch!
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3. Out From Under Catching Feelings Fairisle Print Cropped Pullover
This sweet holiday sweater has an adorable reindeer design along the front, so it's instantly going to fit in for any holiday party. You can also snag the pair of matching shorts to complete the coziness if you'd rather stay in.
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4. BDG Stella Star Graphic Oversized Pullover Sweater
With this sweater, you'll literally be a star. The color palette challenges holiday tradition in the best way, though you could totally make it a better fit for a party with a black mini skirt, tights, and metallic boots.
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5. Maeve Faux-Fur Collar Cropped Cardigan Sweater
Oh, so fancy! This cardi's collar is lined with faux fur to make it feel ultra-luxe. Layer it over your best party dress, and voila!
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6. ASTR the Label Velvet Bow Cardigan
Bring on more bows, please! This tie-up cardigan secures with two oversized velvet bows that speak to the holiday season flawlessly.
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7. Gap Factory Peanuts Relaxed Gap Logo Sweatshirt
Snoopy is truly a holiday icon, especially in his dramatic puffer jacket. Don the famous dog on this cozy sweatshirt – it's so much cuter than an ugly Christmas sweater, plus you'll earn mega compliments (everyone loves Snoop!) wearing it.
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8. Free People Festive Frost Sweater
This fuzzy sweater is downright festive, thanks to the traditional stripes across the top half. We love it because it still leans very 'holiday,' but isn't explicitly so, since the color palette isn't just reds and greens.
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9. Vinyl Icons Martini Embellished Off The Shoulder Graphic Fleece Sweatshirt
Espresso martinis are a hallmark of the holiday season, and you simply can't change our minds on that. Get playful with your holiday sweater selection with this design that evokes a happy hour at any time of day, especially on a holiday break away from school or work!
Free People
10. We The Free Flower Patch Sweater
You'll be able to get a lot of wear out of this sweet red sweater around the holidays! The slouchy fit is ideal for pairing with even more winter layers to stay warm.
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11. American Eagle Whoa So Soft Oversized Grinch Holiday Sweater
With Christmas' favorite villain on it, this super-soft sweater will always be in style around the holidays.
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Christmas party games are a fun way to connect, relieve some holiday stress, and bring some holiday cheer, way better than zoning out in front of the TV or navigating tricky political conversations. Whether you're hosting a holiday party or hosting the big day (or eve), here are some ROFL Christmas games for adults and kids to experience real holiday joy, perhaps create some new traditions, and take the best IG shots of the season.
Here are 20 exciting Christmas party games you can play with the whole family!
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Christmas Charades
Play charades with a holiday twist! Write down Christmas-themed clues (e.g., decorating a tree, Rudolph, Mariah Carey, building a snowman...) and have teams act them out. Keep it simple for kids, especially ones learning to read, or add some pop culture references (Buddy the Elf, anyone?) for adults-only parties.
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Name That Carol!
Play short snippets of Christmas songs and have guests guess the title. To up the challenge, use instrumental versions or hum the tune. For kids, you can turn this into musical chairs with holiday music!
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Christmas Trivia
Create trivia questions about Christmas movies, traditions, and songs. Bonus points for the most obscure facts! Here's a few to start:
- Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree? (Answer: Germany)
- In the song Twelve Days of Christmas, what is given on the 7th day? (Answer: Swans a-swimming)
- Which country celebrates “Feliz Navidad”? (Answer: Spain or Latin American countries)
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Guess the Holiday Scent
Use candles, essential oils, or holiday-themed spices like cinnamon, peppermint, or pine. Blindfold guests and have them guess the scent. Throw in some unexpected surprises like egg nog, maple syrup or Scotch tape.
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Snowball NBA
If you're lucky enough to have a White Christmas, set up buckets outside labeled with different point values. Guests toss real snowballs, or “snowballs” like white cotton balls or small foam balls if you're playing indoors, into the buckets for points.
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The Awkward Gift Wrap Race
Find awkwardly shaped items around the house, like a basketball or stuffed animal, and provide rolls of wrapping paper. The fastest (and neatest) gift wrapper wins!
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Ornament Relay
Hand out spoons or chopsticks and teams have to race to get ornaments from one side of the room to another.
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Candy Cane Hunt
Similar to an Easter egg hunt, hide candy canes around the house or yard and let guests hunt for them. Wrap a few with dollar bills to up the ante .;)
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Holiday "Who Am I?"
Stick Christmas-themed names or characters (e.g., the Grinch, Jude Law, Holiday Armadillo, Charlie Brown) on players' foreheads. Guests ask yes/no questions to guess who they are. It's a great ice breaker for new friends!
Gingerbread Decoration Contest
Anything with a ticking clock adds a certain element of hilarity to it. Give your teams gingerbread houses with icing and decorations. Let the creativity flow, and award prizes for categories like “most festive” or “funniest" or "worst construction."
Here are more Christmas games to play this season:
Jingle Bell Toss: Set up your college-era Solo cups into a bowling pin formation at opposite ends of the table. Each players tries to get large jingle bells
Human Hungry Hungry Hippo: Pair up, stand in a circle, and hand out plastic candy canes. Toss shatterproof Christmas balls in the middle of the circle. One person stands, holding the feet of the other person on the floor. The person on the floor tries to collect more balls with the candy cane than the other teams for a human version of Hungry Hungry Hippo!
Christmas Pictionary: Like charades, but on paper. Use pop culture references like "Hallmark Holiday Movie" or holiday-themed phrases like "Silent Night" for teammates to guess.
Left-Right Christmas Story Game: Make up a holiday story that includes the words "left" and "right" often. Guests pass a wrapped gift or object left or right as the words are mentioned, and whoever holds it at the end keeps the gift!
Christmas Bingo: Downloadbingo cards with holiday symbols or themes. Mark them off as they’re called out. First to yell “Bingo!” wins.
Reindeer Ring Toss: Use inflatable reindeer antler hats (or make your own) and toss rings to see who can "decorate" the reindeer.
Christmas Cookie Taste Test: Bake or buy a variety of holiday cookies. Blindfold guests and see who can identify the most flavors correctly.
Christmas Movie Emoji Quiz: Create a string of emojis that represent Christmas movies and have guests guess the titles.
Snowman Building Contest: If there’s snow, go outdoors for a snowman-building competition! If indoors, use toilet paper to “wrap” someone as a snowman.
Holiday Scavenger Hunt: Make a list of Christmas-related items like a red ornament, mistletoe, or a stocking and have guests search for them in teams.
Christmas Karaoke: Set up a karaoke machine or app and sing along to holiday classics. Bonus points for best singer or most dramatic performance!
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