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THE BEST CHRISTMAS GIFTS FOR EMPLOYEES WORKING FROM HOME

Nov 20, 2023
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Alexandra Mullen

Looking for gifts for employees working from home? Read on!

The impact of COVID-19 has left a permanent change in the way we work. Working from home has undeniably boosted in popularity, and buying a gift for an employee can be challenging enough on its own, let alone an employee that you haven't seen beyond a screen in weeks.

If you’re an employer, you might be struggling to think of ways to celebrate and reward your employees who are working from home this year. So, what do you give to employees who prefer the work-from-home lifestyle? We have a few festive ideas.

Look no further for the ultimate gift guide for employees working from home. We’ve got everything from at-home lessons and classes to edible gifts, so no stone is left unturned!

Read on to find out more…

1. Flower Subscription

If there’s one thing that instantly brightens up a gloomy day, it’s a fresh bunch of flowers. With more employees working from home than ever before, they may be getting somewhat bored of the sight of their same four walls. A great way to instantly add life and colour to their space is with a bunch of flowers.

You can order a bunch of flowers directly to their home with a Bloom & Wild gift subscription. Flowers arrive in a neat box which fits through their letterbox, so all they need to do is open and display them proudly.

It’s been said that keeping flowers and houseplants has a positive effect on mental health, and that can only be a good thing!

2. Comfy Slippers

Let’s be completely honest: how many people are actually getting fully dressed – footwear and all – for a workday from home? If you are one of those people, we admire you. If you’re the rest of the population, then you know that there’s a unique pleasure in slipping into a pair of comfy slippers, instead of lacing up your ‘outside shoes’ to trudge to the office.

Step up your employees' loungewear game with the comfiest slippers you can get your hands on (and their feet into.) We love these stylish house shoes from FatFace and these UGG Ascot slippers for men.

3. At Home Mascara Making Experience

If you have any employees who’re interested in eco-friendly cosmetics, they’ll love this mascara making experience.

Their at-home experience will begin when the organic mascara making kit arrives at their door. In their kit, they’ll find all the ingredients they’ll need, plus step-by-step instructions, so all they have to do is follow along and they’ll soon have made their own personal mascara from scratch.

Their mascara kit contains organic oils to nourish and condition their lashes, plus a stylish and eco-friendly 6ml bamboo container to hold the finished product.

They’ll also receive their choice of colour for your hand-made mascara (classic black, subtle brown or steel grey) plus a welcome note with instructions on how to book their workshop slot. They can pick a time that suits them, and settle in to begin crafting their creation. They will meet with their experienced instructor over an online video feed, and craft their mascara under expert instructions, ending with perfect results!

4. Espresso Machine

It’s very possible that during the pandemic, caffeine consumption is on the rise. And really, who can blame us? If your employees are coffee addicts, put a little extra pep in their step with this fabulous espresso machine from De'Longhi.

This is definitely at the higher end of the budget, but we think it’s worth it to truly treat and pamper your employees who’re working from home. Your coffee-loving employees can create smooth, barista-quality coffees from the comfort of their own kitchen, frothing their milk for an effortless cappuccino using the milk wand attachment.

They’ll feel like the picture of sophistication as they settle in with their homemade coffee, ready for the day ahead.

5. Fortnum and Mason Wine Hamper

When in doubt, wine. That’s our motto for Christmas.

Whether they are the type to sniff and swirl their glass, or the type who picks a bottle of wine simply because it has a cute animal on the label… you can’t really go wrong with this amazing hamper from Fortnum & Mason.

It’s well established that Fortnum & Mason are the reigning kings of the Christmas hamper, and this wine gift is no exception. As is customary for F&M, these hand-picked premium wines are carefully housed in a stylish wicker hamper, which can be appropriated as a picnic basket for upcoming socially distanced dates, or used as a quirky piece of decoration for inside their home.

Inside, they’ll find a selection of 6 red and white wines from across the most sought after regions, with grape varieties travelling between South Africa, Argentina and New Zealand to name a few. We think this luxurious hamper will serve them well on Christmas evening, and will ensure they have a glass of something delicious to accompany dinner for months to come (or weeks, depending on their level of alcohol consumption…)

6. Vegan Cookie Box

If some of your employees follow a vegan diet (or even if they don’t!) this box of plant-based cookies delivered directly to their door will add some sweetness to their day.

With a mix of dark chocolate, fruit and milk chocolate flavours, this tasty vegan gift will arrive at their door beautifully presented and hand-wrapped, so all you need to do is hit ‘send’!

7. Cheese Gift Box

… Onto something decidedly non-vegan, the cheese aficionados on your payroll will be over the moon with this gift box from The Cheese Shed. This culinary Christmas gift is, again, something that can be easily posted directly to their home and enjoyed for days to come… (or again, we might be looking at a matter of hours depending on how hungry they are…!)

In their gift box, they’ll find four tried and tested cheese varieties which are guaranteed to keep them happy on Christmas Day.

8. Essential Oil Diffuser

Another way to elevate the working from home experience is with the use of scent. Essential oil diffusers are a unique alternative to scented candles, which your employees can simply fill up, plug in and enjoy.

Whether they like scents on the sharper, tangier end of the spectrum or enjoy something more floral, you can gift them with this gorgeous diffuser alongside a selection of essential oils. Their home office is guaranteed to smell gorgeous as this clever machine slowly releases the scent of their favourite oils.

9. At Home Beer Brewing Workshop

If they’re a beer drinker, they’ll love the opportunity to craft their own batch from home with this unique workshop.

They’ll choose between creating a bitter or a pale ale when ordering their box. Whichever they decide will be created using the finest hops, malt, barley and wheat.

Firstly, they’ll be shipped all they need for making your 5L batch of home craft beer. This includes 'how to' videos and detailed step by step instructions. Next, when they’re ready to begin, they can get down to the business of brewing. The great thing about brewing at home is that they can pause the videos, take their time to go at their own pace, and work around their own schedule.

They’ll also be invited to join a communal online 'brew day talk'. This is optional, but a great way to discuss with the experts how to make any improvements to the brew. It's also a fun way to interact with other beer enthusiasts around the country. Finally, two weeks later they’ll be bottling up their own craft beer.

10. At-Home Back Massager

One of the occupational hazards of working from a desk is neck, back and shoulder pain. It’s likely that this may have increased for employees working from home who don’t have access to their usual set-up.

You can help alleviate some of that pain and tension with this handy at-home gadget, perfect for those who want a little relaxation but can’t head out to the massage parlour any time soon.

The Rechargeable Shiatsu Heated Massage Pillow can be used on multiple areas of the body including head, neck, shoulders, lumbar, back, legs and calves. The internal mechanism mimics the circular thumb action of a real massage, and heats up for added relaxation. Before long they might be so relaxed that they struggle to keep their eyes open at their desk! Don’t blame us…

11. At Home Aromatherapy Massage

We all know that sometimes, working from home can feel a bit isolating. Not having enough social interaction throughout the day may result in some employees feeling more stressed. What better way for them to alleviate some of that mental stress by taking some well-deserved time off and taking this At-Home Aromatherapy Massage? This relaxing 60-minute massage involves a skilled therapist bringing a complete spa setup to the home of your employee. This experience will allow an overwhelmed employee to relax from the business of their working lives and is a luxury gift they can enjoy in the comfort of their own home.

12. Make Your Own Desk Tidy At Home

If your employee is working from home, chances are their desk has become their dining table, study table and reading table all in one. The stress from all their hard work may have left things a bit messy, which is where this at-home DIY desk kit comes in! This unique little kit comes with everything you need to create the perfect premium leather desk from scratch, which will come in handy to store keys, loose change, or anything that needs to be sorted out and put away. This experience is perfect for someone who loves to do something crafty and can be done at their own pace, during their own preferred time.