Thursday, November 30, 2006

Willow Tree Collectible Gift Ideas

I usually don't single out a particular brand of gift idea but Willow Tree is an exception. They are beautiful collectible keepsakes. They have ones focused on family, friends, and special life events.




This one is the Willow Tree New Life Figurine. A beautiful sentimental gift idea for new parents.









The Thinking of You Angel Figurine will let them know they are close to your heart.




To see more of the Willow Tree figurines click here.


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posted by Tina at 11:44 AM

Wednesday, November 29, 2006

Getting Him in the Christmas Spirit

Yes, it's another guy gift. I can't help it, we have so many great gift ideas for guys. This is more in the lines of getting him in the holiday spirit and using his most beloved past time....sports.

It's a Santa hat with a twist. It's in the color and has the logo of their favorite sports team. Fansedge.com has this hat available in several different sports, baseball, football, hockey and for lots of teams, pro and college.

Here's just a few of them...

Chicago Bears Colorblock Santa Hat
Ohio State Buckeyes Colorblock Santa Hat
Florida Gators Colorblock Santa Hat


So now maybe he will wear the Santa hat since it has "his team" on it.


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posted by Tina at 10:45 AM

Tuesday, November 28, 2006

Beer Pedicure Gift Idea for Your Man

Turning a not so manly thing into a manly event can only be done by one thing....
BEER
According to Signature Days, beer enzymes work to soften callouses and exfoliate skin. You can get your man a Beer Pedicure and then he will understand why it is so necessary for you to get your weekly manicure/pedicure. You will never hear him grip about the money you spend on it again!
I almost forgot. He also gets to drink a beer while he's having his pedicure. And I bet if they have a TV tuned to football he'll think he's gone to heaven!
Great find Anne!

posted by Tina at 10:16 AM

Monday, November 27, 2006

Nascar Fans Gift Ideas


If there was ever a more loyal and dedicated fan, the Nascar fan tops the list. Here are some great gift ideas for those fans, big and small.


NASCAR Baby Cover Up

A Real Share of Dale Jarrett Racing - NASCAR

NASCAR® Nextel Collector's Edition Monopoly® Game




NASCAR Caricature

NASCAR Clock Radio

NASCAR Stainless Steel Liquor Flask






Thanks to June for the idea for this blog!


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posted by Tina at 2:54 PM

Friday, November 24, 2006

The Day After Thanksgiving Christmas Shopping

So we didn't end up at Denny's. Actually my dinner turned out pretty good, if I do say so myself. Tasted very close to mom's and everyone stuffed themselves. Of course the only difference was that instead of being able to take a nap, I had to clean up! And the worst part about it was having to find room in the fridge for all the left overs. I'm not as good as my mom in being able to find room for all that food, but I eventually got it all in there. A funny thing too was that I probably spent 8 hours cooking and it took less than an hour to eat. But now I know my mom's reward, seeing everyone layed out in the living room in their turkey coma. I had done my job and had done it well! It was a good feeling.

So I hope everyone had a great day yesterday! Now down to business. I did exactly what I said I was going to. I sleep late, 8am, then went shopping. Only all I did was get out of bed and walked across the hall to the office and sat down in front of my computer. Found deals and sales and got Christmas gifts for many on my list. AND I still have my sanity. Think it has anything to do with the fact that I didn't have to get up before the crack of dawn, get dressed, go play in the traffic and stand in endless lines at the mall.

See I told you, it's just that simple!

So if after you fight the traffic and the crazy people at the malls and you still haven't figured out what to buy for some on your list, come to us. We can help!

www.FindGift.com

posted by Tina at 9:36 AM

Wednesday, November 22, 2006

Happy Thanksgiving

On Thanksgiving we spend time with family and friends, look back on the events of the past year and are thankful for what we have. There will be lots of good food and fun and football.

First, I want to tell you one thing...

I'm thankful that your reading my blog!

Second, FOOD! You know me and food. I think about this every year but, isn't it funny that no one can make Thanksgiving dinner like your mom? At least that's the way I feel about my mom's Thanksgiving dinner. You grow up eating your mom's food and nobody can seem to do it quite like she does.

I'm going to be cooking Thanksgiving dinner this year. This should be interesting seeing as I have never cooked the entire meal on my own. Of course, my mom never had recipes she could pass down. It was always done by some of this, a pinch of that and that looks right. Big help! So wish me luck that my dinner turns out edible and that we don't end up at Denny's.

Goodies' Smoked Turkey

(this is what I hope my Turkey looks like)

Happy Thanksgiving!


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posted by Tina at 12:40 PM

Tuesday, November 21, 2006

More Than Just a Beautiful Gift

I love jewelry! In fact, I think that most women love to get jewelry as a gift. Jewelry can be a very personal, sentimental and meaningful gift.

Men use it to show their love and devotion to their future wives in the form of the engagement ring. There's a gemstone associated with almost every major anniversary, which is usually given in the form of some type of jewelry.

When jewelry is given to express a feeling, a wish, or even a hope, it becomes more than just a beautiful gift, it becomes a treasure.


Organ Donor Awareness Small Green Emerald Ribbon Pendant , from Generous Gems, is a "Gift of Life Organ Donor" Ribbon pendant that is hand engraved with the word "be" on the back.




Heart of Hope Pendant , from Collectibles Today, sends a message of hope and help fight against breast cancer.

Sterling Silver Awareness Bracelet with Message Beads , from My Bracelet Wizard, a beautiful gift for yourself or a loved one who has survived cancer.

My Soldier's Bracelet Military Support Bracelet, from Cuddle Babies Inc, to show off that special soldier with your own military beaded name bracelet.

14K Gold Enameled US Flag Charm/Pendant, from CharmJewelry.com, is elegant and patriotic.

Journey of Faith Necklace, from Abernook, a necklace be a gentle reminder of the importance of faith.


Sterling Silver Broken Heart with 14k Yellow Gold Mend, from unbrokenheart, a gift of healing...on the other side of pain is strength, on the other side of fear is love and your unbrokenheart.

posted by Tina at 5:21 PM

Monday, November 20, 2006

Creative Christmas Gift Ideas

Here's just some notable gift ideas that could make someone a good Christmas gift.

  • Professional Home Theater Installation - For the electronically challenged, not-so-handy handyman. If you know someone who is getting a theatre system for Christmas and you know good and well they can't hook it up, here's the perfect Christmas gift for them.
  • Small Doggie Aromatherapy Bandana - Is your precious pooch stressed out? Does the holidays put a lot of pressure on the dog? Here's help to soothe those frazzled nerves.
  • Football Movie Night Package with New DVD - Here's some gift sets that are sports themed. You get some munchies and a movie related to the sport. Guys would like this!
  • Silverstone Heritage Electric Grill - This grill is ideal for Lefse, grilling steaks, making pizza's, smoking fish, making eggs, pancakes, injera and more. Beth googled "Lefse" and it's a Scandanavian Flatbread. Okay so if you know what that is then this is the grill for you.
  • How To Work Like a Cat - Apparently cats have figured it out.

For more Christmas gift ideas visit the Gift Wizard.


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Friday, November 17, 2006

Thanksgiving is Next Week

And everyone knows what happens the day after Thanksgiving, people turn into shopping maniacs. Rushing to the malls and shops to take advantage of those after Thanksgiving sales. People who are normally very nice and calm turn into mean crazy people. Fighting traffic, standing in line, after line, after line. Sounds like so much fun!

NOT TO ME! Don't get me wrong. I love to shop, I am a shopaholic! I very rarely buy anything if it is not on sale. But... I have never or will I ever go OUT shopping on the day after Thanksgiving. I don't care how good the sales are, nothing is worth the aggrevation and frustration that going OUT to shop on this particular day causes.

However, I will shop on this day. I'll do it from my quiet living room, drinking hot tea and I will probably still be in my pajamas. I WILL find deals and things on sale, and I will find the perfect gift for many on my holiday list. I will be in a good mood all day because I will be doing what I love best, SHOPPING!

I'm going to shop online. It's just that simple!


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posted by Tina at 10:30 AM

Thursday, November 16, 2006

Christmas Gift Ideas for Nieces and Nephews

Everyone knows that aunts and uncles can get away with giving certain types of gifts to their nieces and nephews. Ya know, the loud ones, the messy ones, the gross ones, or the scary ones. That's because they don't come home with you, they go home with their parents. Now some gifts can be pay back for another siblings antics when they were young.

I know that I always give my brothers son a gift that he will enjoy but is sure to drive my brother and his wife nuts in some way or another. You see, my younger brother totally terrorized my son when he was young. And you know the saying, "Payback is &*%$". Well I make sure I put my brother in it every birthday and holiday.

So here's some of "those gifts" for aunts and uncles to give their precious little nieces and nephews.

For nephews:

For nieces:

Thanks to Beth for the subject of this post!


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posted by Tina at 11:16 AM

Wednesday, November 15, 2006

Ornaments for your Christmas Tree

posted by Tina at 10:01 AM

Tuesday, November 14, 2006

Romantic Christmas Gift Ideas

Make this Christmas a memorable one with some romance and some fun.

First start with a candlelit Romantic Dinner for 2 . Then a Romantic Love Poem to show just how you feel.

Okay, now here are lots of choices depending on how you want the rest of the evening to go...

Games? Romantic, sensual, loving...

Fun, sexy, daring....

Or...

Even...

Then there could be...


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posted by Tina at 3:43 PM

Monday, November 13, 2006

Still Believe in Santa Clause?



Do you have kids that are beginning to question if there really is a Santa Clause? Are you not quite ready for them to learn "the big secret?" Then get this and maybe you can hang on to them one more year.


Santa Tracks , from The Lighter Side Co.



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posted by Tina at 10:35 AM

Friday, November 10, 2006

Christmas Gift Ideas for the Person Who Has Everything


Everybody has at least one of these people on their list, the person who has everything. They can be one of the toughest people to buy gifts for. You rack your brain, search and search for something unique, something your sure they don't have and something they would appreciate. You start leaning towards the odd, off the wall type of gifts but your just not getting anywhere.

Stop! Here's a fantastic gift idea!



Our Name in History Book

This book has facts and statistics about your family name. They search through billions of historic records so each book is unique to your name. You can find out where your last name originated, the ships your ancestors sailed on, how people with your last name did in the Civil War and both World Wars and much more information.

Pair the book with the Tapestry Family Tree Throw and you have the perfect gift for someone who has everything.


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posted by Tina at 10:24 AM

Thursday, November 09, 2006

Christmas Gift Ideas for Teenage Girls

posted by Tina at 10:19 AM

Wednesday, November 08, 2006

Christmas Gift Ideas for Teenage Boys

Trying to find unique and creative gifts for teenagers can be a daunting task. Their likes and dislikes change frequently and sometimes even daily. Who can keep up?

Below are some gift ideas that our shoppers think are popular for teenage boys:


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posted by Tina at 10:19 AM

Tuesday, November 07, 2006

Hanukkah Gift Idea for a Dog and Their Owner


This basket is from GiftsForAllHolidays.com. It has treats for both the dog and the owner. Hope you can easily distinguish which treats are for who since they have been making dog treats look a lot like people treats.
Thanks Beth!

posted by Tina at 10:08 AM

Monday, November 06, 2006

Holiday Decorating Ideas

It's almost that time again. Time to pull out the holiday lights and decorations and begin the task of decorating your house for the holidays. Here's a few items that could add just that little extra something to help you have the best decorated house on the block.

The Christmas Carol Outdoor Light and Sound Show , from Hammacher Schlemmer. There are 20 Christmas carols that are played through a speaker and your lights will be synchronized to match the rhythm of the music.

Beth found this one. Very cool!

A Red Berry Mailbox Swag or the Santa Tree Face will show that you have the holiday spirit.

If you want lights but don't want the expense of running them, try the Solar Powered Christmas Lights . There are 60 lights that are charged by the sun during the day and will automatically turn on at dusk.

Here's one for those of you who don't get snow the, Snowfall Light Box .


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posted by Tina at 4:06 PM

Friday, November 03, 2006

10 Gift Giving Mistakes to Avoid This Holiday Season

  1. Waiting until the last minute
  2. Not being prepared
  3. Overly relying on generic gift certificates
  4. Spending too much
  5. Spending too little
  6. Thinking about what you like instead of what they'd like
  7. Forgetting to add a personal touch
  8. Gifts that suggest self improvement
  9. Being led by advertising
  10. Remembering everyone does not celebrate Christmas

Try the Gift Wizard, he can help you avoid many of these mistakes.


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posted by Tina at 10:04 AM

Thursday, November 02, 2006

Traditional Chanukah Gift Ideas

posted by Tina at 9:52 AM

Wednesday, November 01, 2006

Thanksgiving Gift Ideas


Halloween is over and now it's time to start thinking about Thanksgiving. Do you give gifts at Thanksgiving? Sure you do! Remember a gift is appropriate for any holiday, any reason, or for no reason at all, just because you want to.

So when you think of Thanksgiving what do you think about? Being thankful for what you have in your life, family, friends and Thanksgiving Dinner. Turkey and dressing (or stuffing depending on what part of the country you are from), sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes and gravy, cranberries and pumpkin pie.

Click here to find Thanksgiving food ideas.

Here's some other great gifts to give for Thanksgiving...

It isn't the size of the gift that matters, but the size of the heart that gives it. ~Quoted in The Angels' Little Instruction Book by Eileen Elias Freeman, 1994


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posted by Tina at 10:03 AM