Everybody knows at least one bad gift giver. Is it your mom? Your boyfriend? Maybe your co-worker? Whoever it is you dread their gifts because you know it’s going to require an Oscar worthy performance to not look like a jerk when you receive their present. Just in case you like to see loved ones squirm, here are a few tips for being a really bad gift giver.

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Give Them Something Personal… In Public

Personal gifts are appropriate in some cases, but if you’re looking for a gift for your boss, your child’s teacher or the in-laws, personal gifts are a great way to be a bad gift giver. Skimpy undies perhaps? Candy shaped like certain body parts? And the more people you can get them to open the gift in front of– the better! (Or worse, depending on how you look at it!)

Give Them the Gift of Personal Improvement

Maybe they have a small halitosis problem or some funky toenails. Draw attention to their faults with a gift that will make it all better. How about a nose hair trimmer for that man– or woman– in your life with a little extra hair in the wrong places. Or a diet book for someone who could stand to lose a couple pounds.

Give Them What You Want

Have you ever received a gift that seemed like it was more intended for the giver than yourself? That’s another great way to be a really bad gift giver. Just go to the store, pick out your favorite thing and wrap it up with no regard for what the person really wants.

Just Give Them a Bad Gift

Bad gift givers often give things no one would ever want. It’s a completely useless gift that usually makes very little sense. Need an example? Give a yard ornament to someone who lives in an apartment.

Give Them an Overly Practical Gift

Diapers. Deodorant. Band-aids. Enough said.

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