Why most gag gifts end up in a drawer
Novelty gag gifts are written for anyone, so they land for a minute and then have nowhere to go. A gag built around the person keeps working, because every time someone picks it up, the story comes back with it.
Roast-card ideas for the family
Pick the habit everyone already teases them about.
- The sibling who never helps clean up: "Dishes washed, career: 3"
- The dad who grills in December: "Burgers burned: all-time leader"
- The cousin who is always late: "On-time arrivals: pending"
- The family dog: "Presents unwrapped early: 6"
- The uncle with the long stories: "Stories told twice: 140"
Funny, not mean
Aim at a habit the person jokes about themselves, and skip weight, looks, money and anything sensitive. A good test: would they show the card to their friends? If so, it is a keeper.
Timing
Designing the card takes about a minute. For Christmas morning, place the order by Monday, December 14 with standard shipping; it is expected by Wednesday, December 23.
