Make sure they'll dig it

When it comes right down to it, regifting isn't exactly honest. So make it as honest as you can: If you have a gift that you know will just sit in your closet and you're certain your friend, brother or whoever will truly enjoy it, that's a worthwhile sentiment.

The best items to regift are the ones that have no practical use to you -- sheets for a twin bed when all you've got is a king, or a cool strap for that guitar you sold last summer.

It has to be new

The item must be new and in its original packaging without any damage or sign of being opened. Keep it classy. No one wants a used gift. And you don't want to raise any eyebrows with an extra layer of packing tape.

Keep grandma's sweater

It's disrespectful to regift a personal, handmade present. What would grandma think? You should really consider the feelings of the person who put in the time and effort -- even if you want the gift as far from you as possible.

For handmade clothing that doesn't fit or for something handmade that's otherwise useless to you, you're better off donating it to Goodwill or the Salvation Army than regifting it.

Also, whether it's a sweater or a jar of homemade pickles, passing it on could spark all kinds of troubling questions: "Wow, did you make this? I didn't know you could knit!" "Tell me about making pickles!"

No receipts!

Be certain that there are no notes or receipts that indicate the gift was originally given to you, especially if the gift was packed inside a gift box with tissue paper. You'd be surprised how easy it is for an old note card to hide in those nooks and crannies. It would be a terribly awkward way to get caught, especially if you've found the perfect (re)gift for your boyfriend's dad.

Step outside the social circle

If you received something at an office party, don't send it back into the office -- unless you're being openly tongue-in-cheek. Same for family. Any chance of someone noticing a regifted item on somebody else's mantlepiece could put you in the doghouse.

If you can't remember who gave it to you, avoid regifting! Just think of the possible embarrassment.

You can always just be honest

It's definitely the more complicated route, but you could just play it straight. Explain that you received that set of wine glasses, that punch bowl or that book and weren't going to use it, but you thought it would be perfect for Aunt Sue. As long as you know what Aunt Sue likes, there's a good chance she'll thank you. And when that happens, everyone wins.

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