Choosing Christmas gifts for staff or co-workers is a fun way to recognise effort and end the year on a positive note.
Whether it’s an office Secret Santa, a team thank-you, or a gift for your manager, thoughtful presents help bring people together and lift workplace spirit.
Giving a well-chosen gift also shows your peers that you’re considerate and pay attention to what they might enjoy or find useful.
Koh Living makes gifting easy with a range of meaningful options that blend practicality with art.
Each piece features authentic Aboriginal designs that celebrate Australian culture, connection, and creativity.
This guide features our top 8 Christmas gift ideas for staff & co-workers:
1. Journals and Notebooks
A beautiful journal makes a thoughtful and personal gift.
They’re perfect for the colleague who loves to plan, reflect, or jot down ideas between meetings.
Our Aboriginal art journal collection is designed to inspire and bring joy, with embossed or metallic art covers in a handy A5 size.
They’re great for daily journaling, gratitude lists, or keeping track of to-dos, or just a way to impress someone you love! .
Each design features original artwork from Aboriginal artists, giving every journal its own character.
Inside are 80 lined pages of eco-friendly, FSC-certified paper, with covers that are either soft and flexible or made from sustainable FSC-certified wood.
An elastic strap keeps everything neatly together, making them ideal for holding a pen or a few notes you don’t want to lose.
They’re practical, good-looking, and easy to match with our pens or bookmarks for a simple gift your team will actually use.
Explore our Australian art journals & notebook collection.
2. Pens, Stationery, & Bookmarks
Practical gifts never go out of style, especially ones that look good on any desk.
Our pens are made from sturdy metal with a fine nib and smooth black ink, perfectly weighted for everyday writing.
They’re reliable, comfortable, and designed to last, making them an easy favourite among co-workers.
Pair a pen with one of our wooden bookmarks, crafted from sustainably sourced timber and featuring detailed designs from talented Aboriginal artists.
Each piece adds a touch of creativity to daily routines, whether it’s marking a page in a book or adding something special to a stationery set.
Together, they make simple, thoughtful gifts that are as useful as they are beautiful.
Explore our Aboriginal stationery collection.
3. Reusable Coffee Cups & Mugs
A good coffee mug is something everyone appreciates, especially when it looks great and keeps your drink at the right temperature.
Our stainless steel travel mugs, camp mugs, and tumblers are built for everyday use.
The tumblers come with both a metal and a recycled plastic straw for choice and convenience.
With superior temperature control, they keep drinks cold for up to 12 hours or hot for 6, so your morning coffee or afternoon tea stays just how you like it.
Made from high-quality, food-grade stainless steel, these mugs are free from BPA, PVC, and other harmful chemicals often found in cheaper alternatives.
The ergonomic design feels balanced in your hand, and the art-inspired finish makes every sip a little more enjoyable.
They’re practical, durable, and better for the planet. Perfect for anyone who loves their coffee on the go.
Explore our travel mugs and drinkware collection
4. Insulated Drink Bottles
A reliable drink bottle is one of those gifts everyone can use, whether it’s for the office, the gym, or the weekend.
Our insulated stainless steel water bottles are made from non-toxic, BPA-free, food-grade stainless steel, so you can be sure you’re drinking pure water.
Each bottle holds a generous 500ml, big enough to keep you hydrated without needing constant refills, yet compact enough to fit easily in a bag.
Double-walled and fully insulated with a leak-proof lid, these bottles keep drinks cold for up to 24 hours or hot for 12.
They’re unlined, durable, and designed to last, and are ideal for long days, road trips, or anyone who’s always on the move.
Explore our stainless steel drink bottle collection
5. Hand Creams, Soaps, Lip Balms, & Gift Sets
After a busy year, small moments of self-care make the best kind of gift.
Our Australian-made hand creams, soaps, body mist and lip balms are made with gentle, natural ingredients and Australian scents that feel good to use every day.
They’re designed to nourish, soothe, and refresh, providing a simple way to help someone slow down and take a break.
Each item comes beautifully packaged with artwork from Aboriginal artists, making them a lovely way to show appreciation while supporting Australia’s First Nations’ art and culture.
Our bath and body gift sets bring these favourites together in ready-to-gift boxes, so you can thank your team or co-workers with something that feels personal and thoughtful.
Explore our Native Australian bath & body pamper collection
6. Scented Candles
There’s something special about lighting a candle at the end of a long day; it instantly changes the mood of a room.
Our Australian-made scented candles feature native-inspired fragrances that capture the beauty of Australia’s natural landscape.
Each one is made with pure, non-toxic soy wax and burns cleanly with a lead-free cotton wick, giving you around 24 hours of gentle, lasting scent.
Our candles come in tins, each featuring artwork by contemporary Aboriginal artists. The best thing: once the tin is empty, you can recycle and reuse the tin for storing much-loved treasures!
They’re free from parabens, silicones, and PEGs and contain simple, honest ingredients that bring warmth and calm to any space.
Whether it’s to say thanks, brighten someone’s home, or create a moment of peace, these candles are always a welcome gift.
Explore our native Australian scented candle collection
7. Reusable Shopping Bags & Tote Bags
Bags should never be boring.
Our foldaway reusable bags are lightweight, handy, and made from recycled bottles, proving that sustainable can still look good.
They’re strong enough for everyday errands yet compact enough to slip into your pocket or handbag when not in use.
If you’re after something more polished, our new tote bags offer a premium feel with the same creative touch. We recently released Jacinta-rai’s famous shopping bags, which are a replica of the famous Mexican bags! Large and super durable, an absolute winning bag.
These bags are practical, durable, and designed to make life a little easier and are the kind of gift that’ll actually get used long after Christmas.
Explore our reusable bag collection
8. Gift Cards
Gift cards are a simple and flexible option when you’re unsure what each staff member might prefer.
Plus, they let your team choose something that fits their taste.
A Koh Living gift card gives your staff the freedom to explore the full range of art-inspired gifts.
This option takes the guesswork out of buying and still shows genuine appreciation and supports Australian small businesses.
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Koh Living makes it easy to find gifts that stand out from the usual choices.
Every product, from journals and pens to candles and stainless-steel drink bottles, features authentic Aboriginal art that tells a story and supports Australian artists.
These gifts combine usefulness, sustainability, and cultural value.
Explore the full range of Christmas gifts for staff and our corporate Christmas gifts for staff if you’d prefer to buy in bulk.
Find the perfect way to thank your staff or team this festive season.