Kris Kringle Mug - joke gift receipt reading 1 mug $20, 1 effort $0, returns absolutely not, printed on a white ceramic mug

Kris Kringle Mug design - funny gift receipt with mug, effort and thought line items and a no-returns policy for office Kris Kringle

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Kris Kringle Mug – Funny $20 Gift for the Office

$22.00

Drew a name out of the hat and left it until the 23rd? This Kris Kringle Mug is a joke gift receipt (one mug, zero effort, no returns), printed in Australia on a glossy 11oz (about 325mL) ceramic mug.

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You drew a name out of the hat. You have a $20 limit. It’s now 4:52pm on the 23rd and you’re standing in a servo, holding a mug and a bag of shame. Sound familiar? This Kris Kringle Mug says what every office gift-giver is thinking.

It’s designed as a gift receipt, with a total that lands exactly on the spending limit and a very firm no-returns policy. Half the joke is the receipt. The other half is that someone will absolutely recognise themselves in it.

A Kris Kringle mug that gets the last laugh

Look closely at the line items. One mug: $20.00. One effort: $0.00. One thought: N/A. Every line is a little confession, and it all ends with a very firm “Returns: absolutely not.”

The bold red header pops from across the office, while the classic receipt styling keeps it clean and easy to read. It’s short, sharp and funny from the other side of the room.

Not sure how the tradition works? The Secret Santa page explains how the gift swap took off, and why we call it Kris Kringle here in Australia.

Why we made it

Every year, somewhere in an Australian office, a team leader sends the email. Names go in a hat, a budget gets set, and everyone politely pretends they’re not stressing.

We figured the whole ritual deserved its own mug. It pokes fun at the panic without being mean, which makes it a safe bet for just about anyone on your list.

The details

Material: Smooth, glossy ceramic in white, with a solid handle for easy holding
Volume: A hefty 11oz (about 325mL), enough for a strong brew or two cups of tea
Print: A crisp, full-colour design, made right here in Australia
Care: Dishwasher and microwave friendly, so it can handle the office kitchen

The print is made to stay sharp, so the receipt won’t fade before your next Kris Kringle rolls around. Bonus points if you actually keep the real receipt this time.

Who’s the Kris Kringle mug for?

It’s best delivered to someone with a good sense of humour. Try it for:

The colleague who always seems to have drawn your name
Your boss, if you’re feeling brave and the party is well stocked
Team members who take the $20 limit very seriously
The person who always gives the best gift (they’ll appreciate the joke)
Yourself, as a reward for surviving another round of gift-swap admin

Tuck a chocolate or two inside and you’ve got a gift that looks far more thoughtful than the receipt suggests. It’s a small gift that will sit on a desk for years, quietly reminding everyone who won Christmas.

Looking for more festive laughs? Browse our full range of Christmas mugs for something to suit every work mate.

Ready to win Kris Kringle? Add the mug to your cart, sign the card “cheers” and enjoy the credit.

Got questions?

Kris Kringle mug: your questions answered

About this mug

Is it a good pick for an office Kris Kringle?

It's made for it. It's a funny, safe-for-work gift that suits pretty much any colleague, from the newest starter to the person who's been there since the fax machine.

What does the design look like?

A gift receipt with a bold red header, with line items like one mug at $20.00, one effort at $0.00 and one thought marked N/A, finished with "Returns: absolutely not." It's all a joke, so the prices are made up.

Are there more Christmas mugs to choose from?

Yes, browse the full range of Christmas mugs for other festive designs.

Delivery and care

Do you deliver across Australia?

Yes, to every state and territory by Australia Post, and shipping is free when you order 2 or more items. We only ship within Australia.

How is the design printed, and will it last?

Every mug is hand-printed in Australia using sublimation printing on an 11oz ceramic mug. We like to be upfront: like every sublimation print, the colours will gradually soften with use and washing. It is made for everyday drinking, and a favourite mug that has worn in a little is part of its charm.

How do I look after it?

The sublimation print is dishwasher safe, so you can load it up with the rest of the kitchen. To keep the colours looking fresh for longer, a hand wash with a soft sponge is kinder than a scourer.