Turning 50 is a milestone that deserves not just a celebration, but a hearty laugh too. Let’s dive into some quirky and homemade gift ideas that will tickle the funny bone of any soon-to-be 50-year-old.
1. Fifty Rocks! Pebble Jar
Fill a jar with 50 pebbles and label it ‘Fifty Rocks!’ This pun-filled gift is perfect for the rock collector or the one who appreciates a good play on words.
May just do the trick:
- Decorative Clear Glass Jar with Cork Lid: Store your pebbles stylishly with a charming glass jar. Perfect for showcasing your collection.
- Natural Decorative Pebble Set: Add a touch of nature to your gift with polished, natural pebbles. Ideal for crafting.
- Crafting Label Stickers: Personalize your jar with fun, customizable labels. Great for adding a personal touch.
2. DIY ’50 Sucks’ Lollipop Arrangement
Bundle 50 lollipops together with a tag that reads ‘50 Sucks!’ It’s a simple, sweet gift that pokes fun at the aging process with a touch of sweetness.
Possibly helpful picks:
- Assorted Lollipop Set: Create a colorful lollipop bouquet with this assorted set perfect for birthday gifting fun.
- Decorative Vase: Choose a stylish vase to hold your lollipop arrangement, adding elegance to the humorous gift.
- Gift Tags with String: Add a personal touch using these gift tags perfect for humorous birthday messages.
3. Personalized ‘Year Born’ Poster
Craft a poster highlighting fun facts from their birth year, with a humorous twist. I made one for my dad and added cheeky comments about ‘vintage’ being ‘in’—he couldn’t stop laughing!
Maybe worth checking out:
- Vintage Style Picture Frames: Enhance your poster with a vintage style frame for that perfect nostalgic touch.
- Retro Design Wall Art Prints: Pair your personalized poster with retro prints for a complete vintage-inspired decor theme.
- Customizable Poster Prints: Create personalized posters to showcase memories and fun facts with a unique touch.
4. Middle Age Crisis Coupons
Design coupons for ‘Middle Age Crisis’ perks like ‘Nap Time Extension’ or ‘Free Pass for Forgetfulness.’ This booklet was a hit at my friend’s party, offering laughs all around.
Explore these options:
- Relaxing Aromatherapy Candle Set: Enhance relaxation and unwind with soothing scents perfect for your ‘Nap Time Extension’ moments.
- Humorous Memory Improvement Book: Enjoy witty insights and light-hearted tips on memory with this perfect ‘Free Pass for Forgetfulness’ read.
- Comfy Nap Pillow: Indulge in ultimate comfort for your ‘Nap Time Extension’ with this plush and cozy pillow.
5. DIY ‘Fountain of Youth’ Water Bottle
Label a water bottle with ‘Fountain of Youth’ as a humorous reminder to stay hydrated. Paired with a note about drinking to stay young, it’s a practical yet funny gift.
Items that may come in handy:
- Customizable Water Bottle Labels: Create personalized labels for your water bottle, adding a unique and humorous touch to each sip.
- Stainless Steel Water Bottle: Stay hydrated in style with a durable and sleek stainless steel water bottle for daily use.
- Motivational Sticky Notes: Add a fun, motivational note to your gift, encouraging youthful hydration every day.
6. Survival Kit for the Over-50s
Put together a survival kit filled with playful items like vitamin gummies labeled ‘Energizers’ and a magnifying glass for ‘fine print reading.’ For my aunt’s 50th, I included a rubber duck labeled ‘Stress Reliever’—she loved it!
Consider these options:
- Vitamin Gummies: Boost your energy with these delicious vitamin gummies, perfect for an energizing start to the day.
- Magnifying Glass: Never miss fine print again with this handy magnifying glass, ideal for detailed reading.
- Rubber Duck Stress Reliever: Soothe your stress with a playful rubber duck, a fun and quirky relaxation tool.
7. Mustache Remover Gag
Wrap up duct tape labeled ‘Mustache Remover’ for a hilarious twist on beauty treatments. It’s sure to get a laugh, especially if the recipient enjoys a good joke.
A few choices to try:
- Novelty Fake Mustaches Set: Add more humor with a set of fake mustaches for endless laughs at the party.
- Decorative Wooden Serving Tray: Enhance the presentation of your gag gift with this stylish wooden serving tray.
- Greenery Decorative Set: Complete your setup with faux greenery for an added touch of elegance and humor.
8. Anti-Aging Pills Jar
Fill a pill jar with colorful candies and a label instructing, ‘Take one when feeling 50!’ It’s a fun, tongue-in-cheek nod to the desire to stay young.
These products might help:
- Colorful Candy Assortment: Brighten up your day with this fun mix of colorful candies, perfect for any celebratory jar.
- Decorative Glass Jars with Cork Lids: Add charm to your gifts with decorative glass jars, ideal for creative and memorable presents.
- Craft Paper Tags with Twine: Personalize your gifts with vintage-style craft tags and twine, perfect for labeling birthday surprises.
9. Funny Birthday Certificate
Design a certificate that awards them the title of ‘Certified Oldie.’ I used a template, adding a touch of humor, and my friend proudly displayed it on her fridge!
A few things you might like:
- Customizable Certificate Frame: Display your ‘Certified Oldie’ certificate proudly with a stylish and customizable frame!
- Humorous 50th Birthday Mug: Celebrate turning 50 with a laugh each morning with a funny birthday mug!
- Personalized ‘Oldie But Goodie’ T-Shirt: Wear your ‘Certified Oldie’ status with pride with a custom birthday t-shirt!
10. Joke-Filled Jar
Fill a jar with 50 jokes, each on a slip of paper, for daily laughs. I included some real groaners, and my friend said it made her mornings much brighter.
Possibly handy products:
- Decorative Glass Jar with Lid: Store your jokes in style with a charming glass jar, adding elegance to any setting.
- Colorful Note Paper Set: Enhance your jokes with vibrant note papers that add cheer to each humorous moment.
- Calligraphy Feather Pen Set: Write your jokes with flair using a classic feather pen, perfect for a personal touch.
11. Custom Warning Sign
Make a sign that reads ‘Caution: 50-Year-Old Ahead!’ and hang it at their party. I did this for a friend, and it became the backdrop for all the party photos.
You might give these a try:
- Wooden Hanging Sign Kit: Create and customize your own humorous birthday sign with this easy-to-use wooden craft kit.
- Personalized Birthday Banner Kit: Add a personal touch to party decor with a customizable banner kit for milestone birthdays.
- DIY Rustic Sign Decor Set: Enhance your party with this rustic DIY sign set, perfect for creative birthday celebrations.
12. Bathroom Humor Gift Set
Assemble a gift set with a roll of toilet paper labeled ‘Over the Hill Emergency Roll’ and a funny bathroom sign. It’s a cheeky gift that’s sure to get a laugh every time they see it.
A few helpful options:
- Novelty Toilet Paper Roll: Bring humor to their 50th birthday with a novelty toilet paper roll for endless laughs.
- Humorous Bathroom Sign: Add a touch of humor to their bathroom with a funny sign that’ll amuse every visit.
- Comedic Plush Toilet Paper Holder: Keep their toilet paper handy and hilarious with a plush holder that’s sure to entertain.
