Candy Cane Puzzle Gag Gift (With Free Printable Tag)
This DIY Candy Cane Puzzle Gag Gift is clever and guaranteed to bring a lot of laughs! It’s easy to assemble, super affordable, and perfect for anyone who appreciates a good joke (or just loves candy canes).
This lighthearted Christmas gift is part puzzle, part treat, and all fun. It’s a great way to mix humor and holiday spirit without spending much.
It’s perfect for:
- White elephant or coworker gifts
- Stocking stuffers
- Secret Santa exchanges
- Teacher or neighbor gifts
- Anyone who loves a quirky surprise
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What’s the Candy Cane Puzzle Gag Gift?
This hilarious white elephant gift is a “puzzle” made from candy canes and a printable tag. There’s no real puzzle solution, of course. That’s the gag!
It’s a playful mix of sweet and silly that makes everyone laugh once they realize the joke.
You’ll need just a few simple supplies:
- A handful of regular candy canes
- A small bag, box, or clear wrap
- Ribbon, twine, staples, or tape
- Our free printable Candy Cane Puzzle gift tag
What Makes This Gift So Fun?
It’s Unique & Hilarious
Everyone loves a good gag gift! Especially one that’s festive and sweet! It’s a lighthearted way to bring laughter to gift exchanges.
It’s Budget-Friendly
Candy canes are inexpensive and easy to find, so this gift costs next to nothing to make.
It’s Quick & Easy
You can make several of these gifts in just a few minutes. It’s perfect for coworkers at Christmas, classmates, or last-minute add-ons.
It’s Printable Ready
The printable tag adds a thoughtful, finished touch and turns a simple (and super cheap) gift into something that looks beautifully Pinterest-worthy.
How to Assemble Your Candy Cane Puzzle Gift
1. Start with one or two large candy canes for each puzzle.
2. Break the candy cane into pieces. For a beginner-level puzzle, aim for about five chunks. For an expert-level challenge, crush it into as many tiny pieces as possible.
3. Place the “puzzle pieces” in a small clear treat bag.
4. Attach your printable tag to the top with ribbon, tape, or staples. Get ready for some puzzled faces!
Pro Tip: Include both a beginner and expert-level candy cane puzzle in one gift for double the fun (and twice the laughs).
Free Printable Candy Cane Puzzle Gift Tags
To use the printable tags below:
- Download the free printable tags.
- Print on cardstock or printer paper.
- Cut out the tags and attach them to your gift with ribbon, twine, stapes, or tape.
Bonus: Use these candy cane puzzles as a “naughty” prize in the Christmas Punch Game.
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