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Understanding the Value of a Christmas Gift

2011-12-09T14:31:00.001-05:00

For many shoppers the value of a Christmas gift is what they spent on the gift, but the true value of an items is in the benefits, use, enjoyment and need of the Christmas gift.

Please note there are benefits to all types of Christmas gifts, but today I am challenging you to think about your Gift’s Return on Investment! Yes, each gift has a value and a return on your investment

To be honest sometimes it doesn’t matter what the gift’s return on investment because you want to buy get that gift, however when times are tough it’s I think it is worth considering each purchase. So with that said, let review a few Christmas Gifts I have seen online.

Soft Pretzel Maker
This gift seems like a fun and think now you can make soft pretzels anytime you want for under $30, it seems like the perfect family gift right? Well unlike waffles, cupcakes or bread, I can’t ever remembering wanting to make soft pretzels at home.

For me soft pretzels tend to be a ballpark, boardwalk or mall snack and not something I would make weekly or even monthly. Plus you have the hidden cost of buying the mix to make the pretzels, which cost $15 on Amazon.

Here is the reality:
Unless you have mustard loving soft pretzel eaters who store soft pretzels in their freezer, this gift is a dud.

The Soft Pretzel Maker cost about $30, get used 2 or 3 times, so the ROI per use is $10 - $15. Gets moved to the back of the cabinet because of lack of use and will be a yard sale favorite in the spring of 2013.

Trendy Toy vs. Classic Toy
Trendy Toys tend to be one hit wonders and often aren’t toys that get played with for more than 1 – 3 months. Kids want them because other kids want them and not always because they are fun but just because they are popular; Zhu Zhu would be an example.

While I am sure that a little movable hamster going through a tunnel is exciting for a few afternoons it is hardly one to keep your imagination for months on end. Hence if you paid $40 at the time of Zhu Zhu’s peak for just one hamster your cost per use most likely ran about $2 - $4 and your child tossed it in the toy box by February.

Trendy toys are pricy and feed the instant gratification society, but leave many kids boring and looking for the next “I want” item as soon as they are bored with it.

Classic Toys however can be pricey too, but often get used months and sometimes years after the gift is given. Examples include Barbies, general Lego’s, Crayons, Checkers or Chess, Monopoly, Life and Sorry. Plus these gifts can nurture role playing, problem solving and strategy skills so there is a larger value to these gifts.

Classic toys over time tend to get used more often and the average cost per use tends to run under $1, which is quite a bargain.

While it may appear that I favor old fashion gifts, don’t get me wrong there are gadgets gifts and unique gifts that offer great value to the recipient.

Odd Gifts – The Value Depends on the User
One gift that stands out is the Pajama Warming Pouch that we listed on our UnusualGift List of 2011. (Which is currently, sold out until January)

In most cases this gift seen to be a waste of money but for someone without an electric blanket and loves the idea of toasty pajamas on a chilly night, it might be the perfect gift to send them off into a cozy slumber.

I can think of several family members that would love this gift and use it for two or three months out of the year. So the cost per use drops to less than a $1 per use and the cozy happiness they get putting on pajamas is an added bonus.

However sending this gift to a relative or friend that never complains about the cold, would then be money wasted on a gift.

I could go on with more examples of a gifts return on investment but I would rather share some of my favorite ideas with high gift ROIs.

Give an Experience: Concert, Show, Art Class, Dance Lessons
As long as they have shown some interest in the activity, this gift gives great memories.

Musical Instruments and Sport Equipment
Yes, I am old school and love the idea that goes with developing the skills to play music or just get outside and play sports. These gifts last years, it is hard to go wrong.

And as for Clothing
Best value in clothes are timeless classics; a quality polo, a well made cable sweater and articles with designs that aren’t trend or seasonal. These items can be worn for years and still garner compliments. Hence the value of these items over time comes out to $1 or less per wear.

Flashy print dresses, gold embellished t-shirts and frayed garments often have limited wear because the owner doesn’t want to be seen in them to often. Since people tend to wear these items less then 10 times, the cost per use can run over $10 and for me that is just too much.

While the goal is not to over think every gift purchase, you may want to spend some time reflecting on your gift’s Return on Investment and if you do, I believe you’ll have some amazing gifts under the tree this year.

Happy Holidays

Rus J - The Gift Guy

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Mini Tabletop Christmas Trees - Pint Size Holiday Greetings

2011-12-02T14:11:00.002-05:00

Need a holiday decoration that is small but professional for the office?
Looking for the perfect season gift to share the holiday spirit with someone with a tiny apartment?
Do you need something for your entryway to welcome guests?

Well then consider a Tabletop Christmas Tree.
Yes, these mini Christmas trees are perfect for those with limited space or those with little time for a big tree. We have found a mix of these tabletop Christmas trees, but as I just checked some are already selling out!

However there are still several great looking tabletop trees from which you can choose from. You'll find the following miniature Christmas trees.
- Fully Decorated Real Christmas Trees
- Tabletop Trees with Lights
- Themed Mini Christmas Trees
- Flower Arrangements Shaped like Christmas Trees
- Artificial Small Christmas Trees
- Collectible Christmas Trees

While most online stores showcase 2, 3, or 5 tabletop Christmas trees, we work with a variety of online shops to bring you over 20 different miniature tabletop Christmas trees.

Mini Christmas Tree Offers:
ProFlowers - Save $15 Off Santa's Workshop Mini Christmas Tree, Now $24.99, Now through 12/22/11
Click Here for other Flower, Plant and Gift Basket Coupons and Offers

Happy Holidays

Rus J - The Gift Guy
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Gourmet Gingerbread House - Cute, Tasty and Fun Family & Office Gifts

2011-12-01T12:22:00.000-05:00

Gingerbread Houses are holiday decorations that are fun to look at and delicious to eat. This year a few really caught our eyes and wanted to share them with you.

Why we have a page on How to Make Your Own Gingerbread House, sometimes you just don't have the skills, time and patience to make and give your own. In that case we found several Gourmet Gingerbread House that can be shipped and enjoyed by loved ones.

The first two Gingerbread Houses are made with a spicy gingerbread, held together with tasty icing and decorated with the finest gumdrops, treats and a Happy Holidays greeting.

We found both of these at Shari's Berries and also have a 15% Off Coupon that helps make buying this Gingerbread House a real treat!

The nice thing about the Shari's Berries Coupon is that it is automatically applied to your cart at check if you follow the link. Please note though that this 15% Off Coupon - Expires 12/23/11 and is good on any Gourmet Gift over $29.

The other Gourmet Gingerbread House was discovered at Harry & David's and has more of a rustic country look with a front porch and benches.

With a high pitched roof and a bright chimney this Gingerbread house is ready for Santa and Christmas eve. We love the little touches that include peppermint candy pillows, graham cracker benches and the wreath on the door. It's so amazing you might not want to eat it, but after one little nibble you just might not be able to stop yourself!

Right Now Harry & David is offering Free Shipping on Holiday Gifts over $99 with code: HDJOY This offer runs through 12/31/11.

FYI - Stay on Top of a variety of Gourmet & Gift Basket Coupon Codes on our Coupon Page. And we have a variety of Holiday Gift Baskets too.

Happy Holidays

Rus J - The Gift Guy
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Jumping Bull Puts Bouncy Balls to Shame - Plus You Can Save 36% Now

2011-11-30T14:19:00.000-05:00

A bouncy ball is interesting but a Bouncy Jumping Bull or Dinosaur is Cool! Who wouldn't want to race around the yard on that? Now on Sale for a Limited Time! This Deal Ends 11:59p central, Friday, December 2, 2011 or until supplies run out.

Fun Toddler Gift

What 18 month old to 3 year old wouldn't get excited playing in the yard or just sitting on a Bouncy Bull? It would be fun it you are just watching tv and just think how jealous all the other 2 and 3 years olds in the neighborhood will be. These gifts are sure to inspire creative play and calls for play dates at your house.

And at such a great price you can pick up a herd of Jumping Bulls or Running Dinosaurs.

However, if you like Jumping Bulls you need to act fast as it is a limited time offer and This Deal Ends 11:59p central, Friday, December 2, 2011 or until supplies run out.

Act now and surprise your little guy or girl with an unexpected gift they will enjoy all year long.

Happy Holidays

Rus J - The Gift Guy
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Citrus Gift Fruit - Fresh, Healthy and So Good

2011-11-30T13:47:00.001-05:00

It's so common to send candy, chocolates and popcorn tins, but have you thought about sending healthy citrus gift fruit?

I am not talking about apples, pears or bananas here, like you find in a fruit basket, but the best of the best citrus fruit. Navel Oranges, Sweet Ruby Red Grapefruit, Honeybells and more. Living in Florida, I am lucky to find these awesome gems at farmers markets and gift fruit stores.

However I have to share a little secret, while the oranges, grapefruit and honeybells I can buy are good they are the ones rejected from the gift fruit line!

Yes, the best of the best navel oranges, ruby red grapefruits and varieties of citrus are shipped out to friends and family across the US. So you actually, get better produce than I do and I live here.

Plus oranges and other citrus is so good for you, it is the perfect gift for those that live a healthy lifestyle or need more fruits in their diet. In fact, while you are order gift fruit for loved ones you should pick up some for yourself too. Seriously, you can't go wrong!

Where to buy Gift Fruit and Citrus Gift Baskets and Boxes
Hale Groves Offers Florida Indian River Citrus (10% Off Coupon Below)
Hale Indian River Groves is located in Indian River County near Vero Beach and Wabasso, the very heart of the famous Indian River Citrus Belt. Shipping/Serviceable Areas - CANADA , UNITED STATES

Cushman's Fruit Company (Free Shipping Coupon Below)
They are located in West palm Beach, Florida and are known for their Honeybells.

Both these Gift Fruit Shippers offers wonderful products and Holiday themed Citrus Gifts, so check them out and Happy Holidays. View more Holiday Gift Baskets on our site Gift Idea Center.

Rus J - The Gift Guy
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Forever Lazy inspired by Teletubbies?

2011-11-30T10:53:00.000-05:00

While watching TV I ran across the Forever Lazy commercial and noticed people wearing this one piece over-sized jumper that is a mix between a Teletubbie and a Snuggie.

What I loved about the commercial is how these people are so lazy that they wear the Forever Lazy to sleep, out on the deck, to a tailgating party and to the stadium too. Now that is lazy!

After watching a minute or two of the Forever Lazy commercial though I felt I had scene this before and when they showed the vented back so you can easily make a bathroom run, it hit me.

Teletubbies, yes these over-sized blanket garments are just Teletubbie costumes for lazy people.

So now you know what to get the 26 year old man or woman who still lives with their parents.This really is the perfect gift for the laziest person you know!

The real disappointment with Forever Lazy is that the colors are so drab, it would be so much more fun to have bold colors like yellow, lime green and purple to go along with the pink.

We were so inspired by the Forever Lazy that we added it to our list Most Unusual Gifts of 2011, where we put together our favorite unique and odd gifts.

Where to buy Forever Lazy
Forever Lazy on Ebay
Forever Lazy on Amazon

Rus J - The Gift Guy
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Delicious Handmade Peppermint Bark on Sale!

2011-11-29T12:39:00.000-05:00

A cool wind blows in a wintery chill, the scent of pine is in the air and as you come inside the warmth of a fire greets you.

Now add hot cocoa and delectable peppermint bark, while you relax with friends as the glow of your tree illuminates the room.

The Holidays are made of special memories, help create them by sending the a holiday favorite Handmade Peppermint Bark to friends and family. This mix of dark chocolate, white confection and candy canes is sure to be a holiday favorite and a gift to be enjoyed.

And now you can Save 20% off Handmade Peppermint Bark when you order through this link until 12/22/11.

Peppermint Bark is a seasonal gift, so be sure to place your order today as it won't be around all winter.
This Special Offer on Peppermint Bark expires on 12/22/11.

For more gourmet gifts, check out our Holiday Gift Baskets.

Rus J - The Gift Guy
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Hot Guys with Baby Animals Calendar Just 1 of 100 Most Ususual Gifts of 2011

2011-11-17T16:03:00.000-05:00

Hot Guys with Baby Animals 2012 made our list of Unusual Gifts 2011.

Yes what could be more adorable then 6 pack abs and fuzzy cute little animals in a convenient monthly calendar; well since Hot Guys with Baby Animals has become a yearly calendar I guess nothing.

But who is this gift for teenagers??? Grandma??? Cougars??? or a fun gift for your office co-worker. While we think it is an odd gift, it is quite popular.

The Hot Guys with baby Animals is just one of our 100 Most Unusual Gifts of 2011. Why many of these gifts are a little odd we are sure that they are right for someone. Well almost right for someone, I am not sure that the Hillbilly Briefcase is really good for anything other than a laugh.

But the Darth Vader Bread Imprinting Toaster might bring joy to your Star Wars fanatic and actually make him or her look forward to breakfast each morning.

And the Refrigerator Pets might be something a Hello Kitty fan or might enjoy or be a helpful reminder to kids to close the fridge door.

At Gift Idea Center, we feel their is a gift recipient for almost every gift and sometimes the most unusual Christmas gifts turn out to be the most useful and enjoyed. So be sure to check out our Most Unusual Christmas Gifts of 2011!

Rus J - The Gift Guy
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Our 100 Best Holiday Gift Exchange Gifts List is Back!

2011-11-15T13:43:00.000-05:00

As the Holiday Season approaches the upcoming Holiday Gift Exchange looms large and the pressure to come up with a fun, interesting and unique gift exchange gift grows every year.

No Worries as Gift Idea Center is back with our 100 Best Holiday Gift Exchange Gifts!

We got such a great response last year we brought back last years favorites like Baconaise, Star Trek bottle opener, Unicorn Meat and Bacon items.
Plus we have added new items like

Angry Birds Plush

Duct Tape Mug

Ninja Star Push Pins

And check out all of our Best Gift Exchange Gifts to find that office gift or friendly gift exchange gift for holiday parties. Please note that as items sell out we will update and add new gift exchange gifts to our list.

Plus if you like these check out our Christmas Gifts, Unusual Gifts 2011 and Christmas Shop to get you in the Holiday Spirit.

Rus J - The Gift Guy
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10 Better Ways to Spend One Dollar

2011-11-14T13:32:00.000-05:00

I read this article 10 Smart Ways to Spend One Dollar by Madeline Scinto and had to blog because I thought it was just terrible.

So I wondered if I could come up with 10 Better was to spend one dollar and maybe even discover ways to profit from that $1! A unique challenge indeed, but let us first review her Top 10:

1. Feed a family in India for One Day
2. Prepare a Vegetable Meal - At my farmer's market that would equal 1 green pepper.
3. Get Sweet Threads at a Thrift Store - Not sure what thrift she shops at but $1 won't buy anything nice at my local thrifts maybe $5 or $10 but not $1.
4. Support your Favorite Artist - I guess this refers to iTunes where songs cost $1.29 and older ones .99 cents. LIKE
5. Spring for a Small Gift Like Candy - After she notes candy is a waste of money, she offers the idea of buying it for others.
6. Purchase Wine with a friend and drink away. Hmm, we don't have $2 wine here.
7. Buy a Used Book - I have an idea that is better.
8. Put Air in Your Tires or Vacuum your Car. LIKE
9. Buy an International Calling Card - Only good if you have someone to call far away.
10. Put it in the Bank - in 52 Weeks you'll have $52 dollars, unless bank fees eat it up and then you'll be lucky to have $5 left.

Here are my 10 Better Ways to Spend $1 Dollar
1. Look for a Special on Canned Vegetables, Buy as many as you can for a dollar and give to a food bank.

2. Sell Something on Ebay - A Listing is less than $1 and you can clear your clutter and earn more than a $1 in return.

3. Instead of Buying a Book, Go to the Library and Borrow a Book on Money or Do it Yourself Activities or Crafts. The knowledge will help you save more money in the future and you can donate the $1 to the library.

4. Pick up a Business or Finance App for your Phone that Save you Time or Helps You Stay Organized.

5. Buy a Piece of Seasonal Fruits - Apples, Oranges or other fall fruits taste great and are good for you.

6. Buy 2 Stamps - Write a real letter to family, friends or a niece / nephew. In the world of deleted emails and facebook postings, a real letter is even more special and speaks volumes about your friendship.

7. Make People Laugh - Go to the craft store buy a bag of googly eyes and bring home. Attach to all the items in the fridge or medicine cabinet. I have to say it will look silly, but is good for a laugh. FYI - The eyes don't always stick to cold items. (Not recommend if you have small kids or dogs that eat things that drop on the floor.

8. Hand Sanitizer - It's the time of year for colds, so be prepared for holiday greetings and keep yourself healthy.

9. Buy the Sunday Paper - Ok this might be $1 or $1.50 in some places, but this time of year the coupons and sales information in often can save you much more than the cost of the paper. In my experience, my paper saves me $10 - 20 on things I was going to buy anyways so I actually save money by purchasing it.

10. I'll borrow they 2 ideas I liked from the original post:
Support Artist - Music change your mood in an instant so this is well spent.
Put Air in your Tires - Impacts Milage and Saves money.

Basically, I think my ideas give you a better chance to either increase your chance for Return on Investment on your health, finances, time or goodwill.

Happy Holidays and Happy Spending that $1!

Russ - The Gift Guy
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Cars 2 Tee Shirts, PJ's and Underwear All for the Wearing

2011-06-23T11:22:00.001-04:00

Boys and Cars 2 go together like peanut butter and jelly. It's a no brainer that lil guys everywhere will be lining up to see the latest adventurers of Lightning McQueen, Mater and a cast of new Cars 2 characters.

With any Disney animated movie comes a lot of fun merchandise including Cars 2 Tees, Shirts, Sneakers and even Underwear! We have pulled together 100 Cars 2 items and wanted to feature our favorite Cars 2 clothing items, so you can find the coolest outfit for your little racer.

For the Guys who take pride in knowing all the Cars 2 characters, this organic Cars 2 t-shirt from the Disney Store is likely to be a big hit as it includes 18 characters from the new Cars 2 movie.

Cars 2 characters include Lightning McQueen, Mater, Guido and Luigi meet new characters: Jeff Gorvette, Zen Master Pitty, Max Schnell, Rod ''Torque'' Redline and more!

Sometimes its more fun to wear cool underwear than a t-shirt, because during summer it's to hot for shirts! Your little guy is sure going to have a tough time deciding which Cars 2 underwear to wear each day. Should it be Lightning McQueen or his Racing Rivals from Cars 2, Francesco Bernoulli and Shu Todoroki.

For those little boys who love getting into things, this Cars 2 Team Mater mechanic shirt is so cool and comes with Mater prominently featured as part of Team Tow Mater. This shirt looks cool and kids will enjoy checking out the patches and wearing it while playing with their Cars characters and toys. This is one of 2 mechanic shirts, the other one features Lightning McQueen.

Perfect for summer sleeping or just racer around the house at super speeds these Cars 2 PJ's make sleeping and being awake more fun for kids. Plus there are several other PJ options including a Mater and Finn McMissile pjs.

The World Grand Prix is the setting for this comfy Short Lightning McQueen Disney Cars 2 PJ Pal. Lightning leads Francesco Bernoulli, Shu Todoroki and your little racer on a course to victorious dreams.

For those kids that love real interactive play a Cars 2 costume might just be the best gift of all! Know they can truely be part of the Lightning McQueen team and suit up any time for instant Cars 2 fun.

And they'll light up in more ways than one when they wear their Cars 2 Costume. Flashing red lights add a fun feature to this Lightning McQueen racing suit that has lots of great artwork and is sure to make your young one feel he's on a winning team.

Didn't find exactly what you are looking for, well that is okay as we have more Cars 2 merchandise including:
- Cars 2 Light Up Sneakers
- Cars 2 Flip Flops
- More Cars 2 T-shirts
- Cars 2 Backpacks

All these items can be found in our Cars 2 Store, where we pull together popular and unique Cars 2 merchandise from top stores so you can see all the great items in one place.

Please note our Cars 2 Store will be online for several weeks and some items have a limited supply, so if you see something you like orders today or it might just disappear.

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Celebrate Fun with Cars 2 Birthday Party Supplies

2011-06-21T11:44:00.003-04:00

Have a little guy who is having a Birthday and loves Cars, Lightning McQueen, Mater and is excited for Disney Pixar's Cars 2? Well then a Cars 2 Birthday Party might be in order for their special day.

Our Cars 2 Shop showcases 100 Cars 2 toys, clothes and furniture, but we also found some great Cars 2 party supplies that we thought we would share we our readers.

Here are our favorite Cars 2 Party Items
- Disney's Cars 2 Deluxe Party Pack
- Disney Cars Pinata
- Cars 2 Party Invitations & Thanks You Notes
- Cars 2 Table Center Piece
- Cars 2 Temporary Tattoo's & Stickers
- A Lightning McQueen Cakepan
- Cars 2 Rubber Bandz Bracelets
- Various Cars 2 Themed party Games
- Cars 2 Cake Topper
- Personalized Cars Party Banner
- And even a Fun Cars 2 Lawn Water Slide

All these items can be found in our Cars 2 Store, where we pull together popular and unique Cars 2 merchandise from top stores so you can see all the great items in one place.

Please note our Cars 2 Store will be online for several weeks and some items have a limited supply, so if you see something you like orders today or it might just disappear.

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Nikko Pearl Cresent China - Limited Bonus Offer

2011-06-20T16:19:00.001-04:00

Just found out about a special dinnerware savings / bonus offer that is a REAL Dinnerware Deal!

Here is the Deal:
Purchase one 5 piece Place Setting of Nikko Pearl Crescent China and get a FREE Rim Soup Bowl and an Accent Plate!

We found this Nikko Pearl Crescent Promotion at Dinnerware Depot and if you order 2 or more place setting they will ship you order for Free.

Why we like this Dinnerware Promotion:
1. The regular place setting runs around $100 with MSRP being $160
2. The Bonus Dishes with this offer run around $80 with MSRP being $110
3. So you are really getting a 7 piece place setting for the cost of a 5 piece
4. And If you purchase 2 Sets they ship Free!
5. So in this case we get a Great Deal, Free Shipping w/ 2 place settings and we don't have to drive to get it.

Please note this is a limited time offer based on stock, so it ends when they sell out of the promotional items.

About Dinnerware Depot
Dinnerware Depot is based in Florida and has been in business since 1999 selling dinnerware, fine china and kitchen items from over 100 famous brands.

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100 Cars 2 Toys, Gifts & Party Supplies in Our Cars 2 Shop

2011-06-20T15:54:00.000-04:00

Just in time for the release of Disney's Cars 2, we've put together 100 of our favorite Cars 2 toys and merchandise from our favorite online stores.

So now you can find unique Cars 2 clothing items, like the Disney Store's Team Lightning McQueen Mechanic Shirt, Lego Cars 2 kits from Target, Cars 2 fun rubber bandz from Birthday in a Box, a Mater bubble machine from Kohls, a Lightning McQueen costume from Costume Express, water slides, flip flops, Cars 2 underwear, sneakers and lots more from stores like Sears, Walmart, Shindigz, Boscov's and more.

While we do have an assortment of Cars 2 toys, we also have some unexpected items like cars 2 ride -on cars for kids, Lightning McQueen beds, rugs and a chair, bicycles, a scooter and a tricycle, collector pins and Cars 2 backpacks.

At Gift Idea Center we search the web for unique items Cars 2 toys, tee shirts & merchandise from top online stores. That way you can save time and find a variety of great Cars 2 toys, gifts and party supplies without having to visit over a dozen stores on your own.

Please note our Cars 2 Store will be online for several weeks and many clothing items have a limited supply, so if you see something you like orders today or it might just disappear.

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iPad + Joystick = Great Father's Day Gift

2011-06-13T13:47:00.002-04:00

If Dad is a tech junkie and grew up in the 80's then the perfect gift to remind him that he is a kind at heart is the Joystick-It!
The Joystick-It allows you to add a real joystick to a tablet computer or iPad and play games just like when he was a kid. This amazing device works with 1,000's of different video games and will not harm the screen.

Not only will Dad enjoy playing Classic Arcade games but his moves and actions will be more precise so he will have more fun playing the games too!

If you think your Dad would have a blast playing classic video games with a Joystick-It then learn more about Joystick-It now.

The Joystick-It makes iPad's and Andriod Tablet Computers more fun. So order Dad a JoyStick-It for Father's Day and turn his iPad into his own personal arcade!

Have fun and Happy Father's Day!
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Best Gift for Harry Potter Dad's - A Remote Control Wand!

2011-06-13T13:17:00.000-04:00

If your Dad loves the Harry Potter book and movies than a real Magic Wand that can actually make magic happen might be the best gift for Dad for Father's Day.

Note these aren't the Harry Potter wands you find are Universal Studios, Wizarding World of Harry Potter nor the ones on the Warner Bros. website, but rather a real wand that Dad can teach to turn on the tv, turn up the volume and basically anything that a remote controller can do!

I gave one to my Dad for Christmas and he loves it, while the Remote Control Magic Wand has 13 unique actions we could only get 10 to work consistently. However it is amazing that with a flick of the wrist and a special charm if you like you can turn on or off a fan, room ac unit, tv and even lighting if you have a remote for it.

My Dad loved this so much, he actually was looking for items that use remotes so he cool turn them on and off using the wand!

And for anyone into entertaining kids or just wanting to show off some magical talent the Remote Control Magic Wand is a perfect way to activate lights and props! Also a great Birthday Gift for Harry Potter fans too!

Have fun and Happy Father's Day!
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Send the Office or Family Christmas Eve or Christmas Breakfast

2010-12-20T11:11:00.001-05:00

Can be there on Christmas day or just want to thank the staff for working on Christmas Eve, well send them a great tasting breakfast.

Wolferman's has great tasting muffins, scones, breakfast breads, jams and spreads, pastries and more to start any morning with a smile plus they have Christmas and office breakfast gifts ready to ship.

And if you act now you can send your favorite staff, family or friends a wonderful start to the day on Friday or a warm welcome on Christmas morning.

You must act quickly though as Christmas is on it's way and place your holiday breakfast basket order by 1 PM EST on Wednesday to receive it by Christmas.

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Still Time To Get 1st Christmas and Other Personalized Ornaments

2010-12-14T13:52:00.001-05:00

Christmas is fast approaching, but there is enough time to order those personalized ornaments and have them on your tree in time for Christmas.Check out our featured Christmas ornaments from personalization stores, Disney, Lenox and others.

Popular Personalized Ornaments include
- Baby's First Christmas
- Couples 1st Christmas - Wedding Themed
- Family Christmas Ornaments
- In Memory Christmas Ornaments

Personalized Christmas Ornaments are special way to highlight special events and celebrate family. Part of the joy in giving personalized ornaments is seeing them on the tree each year.

Use these coupons to save on Personalized Holiday Gifts and Ornaments
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Order your Christmas Ornaments this week, you'll be able to cross one more thing off your to do list and save money too!

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Standard Shipping on Christmas Gifts Time Running Out

2010-12-13T14:05:00.000-05:00

Just a heads up reminder that Standard Shipping options on Christmas gifts will start disappearing this week so if you need to purchase or send Christmas gifts you need to set aside time to do your online Christmas shopping.

Many stores like Amazon offer free shipping options but that is normally standard shipping. Wait to long and you'll have to upgrade and pay more to make sure you get it for Christmas.

So shop now and save on high shipping costs.

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ThinkGeek Coupon Code for Christmas Gift Savings

2010-12-10T13:17:00.001-05:00

We have featured a lot of great ThinkGeek gifts on our Best Gift Exchange Gifts and throughout the Gift Idea Center web site.

If you love ThinkGeek as much as we do you, you'll love this special Gift Idea Center Coupon exclusive!

Sorry, this offer has expired.

So now you can get your favorite ThinkGeek Gift and Save too!
Remember this is a limited time offer just for you from ThinkGeek and GiftIdeaCenter.com

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Surprise Buy More and Pay Less For Gifts!

2010-12-10T12:15:00.000-05:00

Christmas is upon us and everyone is looking for a deal and bargain and I am no exception.

But what if I told you that buying more could actually help you pay less for gifts!
Yes, it's true and here is my example to prove it then I will show you ways you can save too!

I received a coupon that if I spent $30 I would save $10.
So there was an gift I needed for my office that was $39.99 and with the coupon would be $29.99. Perfect.
When I got to the store the gift was on sale for $29.99!
Great it's on Sale, but what about the coupon.

Well I went ahead and got a fun little treat for the office for $5 and my total was now $34.99.
Now I could use the coupon for $10 off and now my total was $24.99!

What I love about this was by spending a little more I was able to get the gift I wanted for less but I basically got chocolates for the office for Free.

These type of savings happen all the time if you look for them.
Here are some words of wisdom to when looking for these bargains.

1. Know the exact gift or item you are shopping for or want.
- Don't impulse shop because then you will spend up to get the bargain

2. Determine the Cost of that purchase - $24, $69, $96 etc...
And find out the shipping costs for your purchase.

3. See if there are any Free Shipping Coupons or Discounts if your Order reaches a specific amount.
You can visit online Coupon Codes and Sales page for Discounts

4. Compare Your Cost and Shipping verse any Offers and Then See if by adding one more item you can save more by buying something else.

Here are some Gift Buying examples:
At Amazon
You spend $24 and shipping is $6.95 for a of Total $30.95

Deal: Spend $25 on Super Saver Shipping Items and Shipping is Free.
If you can find any item for under $6.95 - You Win and end up with more for the same or less!

At Personalization Mall
You gift order totals $68 and you can't see what the shipping rate is until you start checking out.
So let's estimate shipping is $10.95 and your total would be $78.95

Personalization Mall is running Two Specials:
a. Free Shipping on $75 orders
b. Save $15 on $75 orders with code PMALL15D

As long as the shipping costs don't increase over the $75 you will save money with both coupons if you purchase anything that is over $7 yet under $10.95, but you save the most money with the Save $15 on $75 coupon.

What type of online stores are best for this Buy More and Spend Less type of shopping?
Stores that offer coupons and often sell items that starting at $5 and up. This way you can add an ornament, snacks or a fun little extra in your cart and easily apply to the savings.

When does this Buy More - Spend Less strategy Fail?
1. On gift sites that don't sell everyday items
2. When the start gift price runs $20 or more
3. When shipping costs dramatically increase with purchase price

One thing to remember is that retailers want you to spend more money with them, so the more you spend the better off they are. However, just balance your wants and needs and you should be able to walk the fine line of buying More and Spending Less vs. just Over Spending.

I hope this helps you do more with less this holiday season and save money.

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Pooping Raindeer and Christmas Story Bobbleheads Make Gift Exchanges Bright

2010-12-09T16:30:00.001-05:00

Don't be to excited, your yearly gift exchange is almost here. Oh joy you can fight over candles, hand lotion sets, silicone pot holders or a coffee mug with 3 packets of hot cocoa!

Well this year kick it up a notch with odd and unique gifts that really add to the enjoyment of daily life.
*** Please Note Holiday Items May Not Be In Stock After Holiday Season ***

A pooping candy machine is sure to draw stares and wonderment as co-workers and friends try to determine the real value of your gift and tactically aim to steal it. Really other than gal that nags about the kitchen and a fw other co-workers you don't even know, who wouldn't have fun with a pooping candy machine. And best of all the machine is only a few bucks so you can stock up on the candy.

We feature 3 pooping machines on our Gift Exchange Gifts page. A Pooping Santa, Pooping Sheep and a Pooping Candy Reindeer. This year bring a gift that really says Merry Christmas bring a pooper to your gift exchange.

Want other gift exchange gift worth fighting over then consider A Christmas Story Bobbleheads. Yes, some of your favorite Christmas Story images are captured in an animated (when you touch it) bobblehead.

Now that is something special, we feature our favorites on Ralphy and Ralph's Dad with the Leg Lamp. Our favorite Sold Out on WB's site but we found the Leg Lamp Bobblehead on Ebay. We also found Ralphy in Bunny Costume Bobblehead on eBay as well.

These are so precious, so memorable they really do bring the Christmas spirit to life.

This year be bold and make your Christmas Party Gift Exchange one everyone will remember gift unique gift exchange gift that really say "I love the holidays!"

Find more great Gift Exchange Gift Ideas here.

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Order Those Personalized Christmas Stockings and Save Too!

2010-12-08T13:26:00.005-05:00

Christmas is just over two weeks away, yes less than 20 days and now is the perfect time to order your Christmas Stocking for the Holidays.

Why Order Now?
- Selections are still good but popular Christmas stockings are selling out!
- There is plenty of time to have it Personalized and Shipped
- No Rush Delivery Charges Apply
- And Best of All Coupons to Save You Money!

Now you can Shop our Christmas Stockings page with over 50 Stockings
or Check out our Favorite Personalized Gift Stores and Money Saving Coupons

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By ordering your Christmas Stockings this week, you'll be able to cross one more thing off your to do list and save money too!

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10 Ideas to Help You Create Your Christmas Gift List

2010-12-08T12:45:00.002-05:00

If you are like me you are just realizing that we are almost in the middle of December and I have yet to put together my Christmas List. While I spend hours trying to find great gift ideas for Gift Idea Center, I some how forgot to come up with my own list.

Well, if you are like me and have yet to create your Christmas List for loved ones, I have 10 ways you can come up with your own Christmas list in no time.

Let’s Get Started
Quickly List 3 – 5 answers (or more) for each question.

1. I need the following items for home / apartment?
Tip: Personal care, kitchen, living room, basic necessities…

2. I need the following items for work / school?
Tip: Car care - transportation, computer, briefcase / backpack items, office, books…

3. I need the following items for personal development / health?
Tip: Courses, books, vitamins, fitness items – If not applicable move on.

4. What home / apartment gift would make my live easier?

5. What work gift would make my life easier?

6. List up to 3 items you use most often. Now are there 1 to 3 accessories / upgrades that would improve or increase enjoyment these items.

7. List up to 3 of your favorite hobbies or sports. What gifts would increase the enjoyment of these sports or hobbies list 1 – 3 items.

8. If you need or want clothing complete the following:
My sizes are:
I would enjoy receiving: Knit shirts, sweaters, pants, jeans, etc… (List 3 or 4)
My 3 Favorite stores are:
My 3 Favorite brands are:

9. List 3 Reward Gifts

10. List 3 gifts inspired by or that allows you to have fun.

Congratulations, you should now have between 20 to 100 gift ideas.

If you don’t you should have at least several good ideas and maybe you need to take a break and come back in a day and go through the question again. Another idea would be to go to my site Gift Idea Center and look at relevant pages and see if any of the items interest you. Amazon would be another site to visit for ideas.

Once you have your gift ideas, you can fine tune the list and come up with your top 10 or 20 items that you need or would like to receive this Christmas.

When making your final Christmas gift list make sure you include items of various prices and if you have set a price limit make sure all of your gifts fall in the agreed upon price limits.

I hope this Christmas Gift List exercise helps you and your loved ones have a Happy Holiday Season.

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Holiday Gift Baskets Save with Coupon for 1-800 Baskets

2010-12-08T12:13:00.002-05:00

It's time to send your Holiday Gift Baskets from 1-800 Baskets. This promotion has ended.

View Current Gift Baskets Coupons Now!

At 1-800 Baskets you'll find Godiva Chocolate, Wine Gift Baskets, Fun Holiday Towers, Cookies and various assorted Gift Baskets.

Check out current Gift Basket Coupon Codes

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Teen, College and Music Fan Gift - Earphone Hoodies

2010-12-07T16:03:00.000-05:00

When my friend starts out with "This is the coolest thing - it's a hoodie with earphones in the drawstrings," I knew I had to blog about this today.

My friend works at Disney and said a co-worker had purchased this Disney hoodie with the build in earphones and it was so cool. While I normally don't look for Disney to be a tech leader, I had to investigate these earphone hoodies further.

FYI - I love the concept, the idea that you can be warm, comfortable, not have to worry about wires and listen to your music sounds awesome and convenient too. College students would love this as they walk to classes and teens would love it because it makes their life easier, heck I would love it just because I hate the wires dangling around getting tangled or caught on something.

Hoodie Buddie - Is the leader in earphone hoodies and we found out the graphic Disney Hoodies were made by them. Hoodie Buddie also has a variety of colorful fashion styles for the ladies and basics for guys. The photo shown is a Hoodie Buddie.

Rusty Wired - Rusty makes surf clothing and offers about a dozen earbud hoodies in solid colors and one or two sporty versions for guys and girls.

InSound - These hoodies and jackets are just for the ladies. The looks are casual, relaxed and young. They only had a few styles I could locate.

If you know someone that wears hoodies and has an iPod or MP3 player then you might have found your Christmas gift for them. I might just pick one up myself.

Need more Christmas Gift Ideas then check out our Teen Gift Ideas, College Gift Ideas and other Great Gift Ideas for the Entire Family.

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Weird Christmas Gifts - My First Bacon Plush

2010-12-06T12:10:00.000-05:00

Over the weekend we created a Weird Christmas Gifts page featuring odd and strange Christmas gifts. While these gifts are very unique they just stuck us as odd. So we are going to share some of our favorite weird Christmas gifts and see who might be receiving these special gifts this Christmas.

Our First featured gift is My First Bacon. For meat lovers there is nothing more exciting than waking up in the morning to bacon cooking on the stove. Just the smell of bacon can make someone's day.

Lately the "All Thing Bacon Fad" has in a sense jumped the pan and is not moving into the cuddly push market so now you can take the love of bacon with you where ever you go.

My First Bacon - Talking Plush
Says creative stuff like "I'm Bacon" and is always smiling too. Just imagine sitting down to breakfast having some bacon and hearing a cute and fun bacon strip say "I'm Bacon" and Mom replies "Welcome of course you are honey." And bacon says "Don't call me honey!" Stop - Time out!!! The bacon doll does not say "Don't call me honey!" it says "I'm Bacon" (RIP Leslie Nielson)

So who on your gift list wants a My First Bacon Talking Plush well we have a few ideas.
- A Child with a sense of humor who loves bacon
- Anyone in the Pork, Hog and Bacon industry
- Doctors who want a visual of things that are bad for your heart
- Anyone who owns Baconaise or a Bacon Air Freshener
- Those meat lovers who taunt Vegetarians - (Just Saying)

If your Gift List includes one of those people then the My First Bacon - Talking Plush is here to solve your gift giving needs. There is even a helping video showing My First Bacon video!

If you are still looking for Christmas Gifts check out our complete list of Weird Christmas Gifts.
Happy Holidays

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Unicorns, Bacon and Other Odd Gift Exchange Gifts

2010-11-30T16:54:00.001-05:00

Your Office Gift Exchange is coming up and you want a really cool gift exchange gift right?

Well we've got Gift Exchange Gifts that will be remembered well past Christmas. We've created a page of the Best Gift Exchange Gifts too so you can find even more great gifts.

Everyone loves Unicorn's Right?
Well then everyone will want the Avenging Unicorn Playset featuring a spunky little unicorn that just doesn't want to play nice. This gift will provide hours of fun for young and old and is sure to be on the more stolen list this Christmas.

Bacon, Not Just for Breakfast Anymore!
Bacon has moved into fashion and other strange gifts. Consider a fashionable bacon watch or wallet, baconaise sandwich spread or even Mr. Bacon's Big Adventure Board Game. Bacon lovers will be in heaven over these gifts and vegetarians might spit in your face but what would the Christmas office party be without some drama. See these bacon gifts and more on our Gift Exchange Gifts page.

And Fun Novelty Gifts that are Hated by Most People
If you are looking for candles, scented hand lotion, movies tickets or a tasty gourmet treat, read another blog. These are some of our most interesting gifts we have found:

- Star Trek Enterprise Bottle Opener
- 12 Days of Christmas Shot Glasses (And who doesn't need this)
- Jersey Shore Bobble Head - Perfect for someone you don't like at all
- Caffeine Candy - Oh What Fun!
- Fake Lottery Tickets - Just Smile and say "Your Welcome"
- Word Search Toilet Paper - Hours of Fun
And more Gift Exchange Gifts here

Happy Holidays

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Microsoft XBox 360 Kinect is Here and Wow is it Fun!

2010-11-04T14:50:00.001-04:00

I love my Wii but Microsoft's XBox Kinect is awesome.

With Kinect is reads your movements without a controller. Gone are the days when you fear someone is going to throw the Wii controller into the tv set!

Kinect makes you the controller and as you move so does your character in the game!

Plus if you already have an XBox 360 you just need ot buy the Kinect Sensor with games. An dif you don't have and XBox 360 they are bundling them with Kinect!

Several places sold out already but if you can't find it in the store then be sure to check Ebay for Kinect!

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All Fathead Wall Graphics, Computer Skins and More on Sale with Coupon!

2010-09-01T09:29:00.001-04:00

Check out the latest FATHEAD online promotion. FATHEAD is the leader in player, sports and novelty life sized wall graphics and now you can save money with their current online promotion below!

FATHEAD sells
Top NFL Players and Team Wall Decals for home or office
College Logos - BigTen, Big 12, SEC, ACC, Pac 10 and more
NBA, MLB, NHL and NASCAR - Wall Graphics
Movie Theme & Superhero wall graphics - Disney, Toy Story, more
Laptop Skins - Now Show Your True Colors on Your Laptop!

Check out this Event.

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Wall Maps for Classrooms, Home Schooling and Offices

2010-08-24T09:24:00.003-04:00

Want to inspire learning, teach geography or add a unique feature to your office well consider a wall map.

These oversized maps help kids learn about the world and are a great visual aide when teaching where places are, how the early explorers traveled around the world and where news is happening. For those children that don't always learn best via auditory learning these large wall maps can visually help them learn about the world.

And now is a great time to pick up United States maps, World maps, Antique maps and even zip code maps, because you can save up to 20%.

- This promotion for Maps.com has ended check for current Maps.com coupon codes now.

Yes, now you can pick up the wall map you need for home schooling, classroom or office for less!

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Turn a Dorm Bed Instantly into a Comfy Couch - Great Student Gift

2010-08-23T09:22:00.000-04:00

Make a dorm room a comfortable place to relax with SlouchBack.

We all know dorm room are tiny and you get a bed, desk and maybe if you are lucky room for a small fridge. But how can you make your dorm room more relaxing, more social and a place you want to hang out?

SlouchBack, that’s how. Yes Slouchback the easy to inflate backrest that turns any dorm bed into a couch in seconds. Plus, SlouchBack is easy to store and put away when not in use.

Parent’s this is the perfect, “We miss you already gift!” and they will be happy to get and receive this gift that will make their room more like a home.

We found the SlouchBack at Amazon.com and DormCo.com
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Back to School Magazines That Kids Will Love to Receive

2010-08-19T11:58:00.002-04:00

Just in time for Back to School are Combo Magazine Offers that get kids excited about learning, fashion and happy about seeing what came in the mail after school.

- This Back to School Promotion has ENDED. Combo packages may have been discontinued however you can always check out the current savings online.

Check out these great Magazine Savings!

The Magazine combo package deals have ended but there is still time to save on magazines for everyone.

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Unique Girls Birthday Gift That Lets Them Express Themselves

2010-08-19T09:44:00.001-04:00

Looking for a truly unique birthday gift for girl's 8 - 14 then consider giving them a Fashion Playtes gift certificate.

Fashion Playtes let's your daughter, granddaughter, niece or friend by their own Fashion Designer! Yes, imagine their excitement when they realize they get to design the shirt, hoodie or dress of their dreams.

Each piece of clothing is an "Original Design" by them.

They can choose the type of shirt, color, buttons and a variety of embellishments that make this piece of clothing their own.

The back to School Promotion has ended.

So when you are looking for an original Birthday Gift or a back to School present choose a Fashion Playtes gift where she can become her own Fashion Designer!

The Fashion Playtes Back to School Promotion has ended. Please visit Fashion Playtes for current promotions.

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Birthday Gifts on Sale at Red Envelope & Save 10% More!

2010-08-17T11:47:00.001-04:00

Do you need a great birthday gift for this weekend or within the next month?

Well I have good news for you, Red Envelope is having their Summer Sale!
This promotion has ended - Here for current Red Envelope Sales & Coupons.

These are just some of the savings at Red Envelope
But Exact Fast as Gifts are in limited quantities and prices are subject to change.

This promotion has ended - Here for current Red Envelope Sales & Coupons.
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Cool Personalized Gifts for Dad from Personal Creations

2010-06-11T11:38:00.002-04:00

Yesterday we review some of our favorite Father's Day Gifts from Personalization Mall, today we are review personalized gifts from Personal Creations another one of our favorite stores. This gifts are perfect for Dad.

This handsome Watch Display and Storage Box holds up to 10 watches. A glass lid allows for easy viewing and the plush velvet lining inside helps protect Dad's favorite time pieces. Add Dad's engraved initials and you have a wonderful Father's Day Gift.

Men's Vintage Metal Signs including the Man Cave, Living the Dream, Touchdown Tavern and others. The signs are perfect for his "Man Cave," rec room, garage, sports den or office. Plus you can personalize them too!

Show Dad where he ranks on your list with this #1 Glass Mug. Perfect for the Dad who enjoys a frosty beverage every now and then. This is sure to become Dad's favorite mug of choice after a hard day of work or just relaxing and watching the game.

If your Dad is a sports fan consider giving him a Personalized Baseball. A real regulation baseball with their very own message. This unique Father's Day gift is sure to be a favorite of sport fans.

If your Dad is a little older, enjoys working on cars or if the garage is known as Dad's space then this retro styled Garage Sign is likely to be the right gift for your Dad on Father's Day. however this hand cast and hand painted sign take 3-4 weeks for delivery so you might want to get Dad a small gift while waiting for this to arrive.

Dad will look great in one of these personalized Golf Crest Polo Shirts These handsome polo shirts are made of comfortable 100% cotton and have coordinating tipped birds-eye collar and cuffs so dad will look his best on the greens. Plus you can get it monogrammed just for him.

And if you didn't seem something you liked here don't worry they have lots of other personalized gifts for Dad including frames, plaques, t-shirts, stepping stones, sport prints, photo mugs and more.

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Our Favorite Personalized Father's Day Gifts from Personalization Mall

2010-06-10T18:10:00.005-04:00

There are a lot of great personalized gifts out there for Father's Day and we want to featured a few of our favorites from Personalization Mall. See below for Coupon!

The Personalized Photo Tie is a great gift for Dad's who work in an office. We recommend that the colors of the photo you submit be limited to just a few basic colors are this well help make this Father's Day tie pop!

Dear Dad Poem Frame is a great gift for a Dad of any age and you can choose one of 7 poems to personalize it even more. Plus add a great photo of you and your Dad to create a great Father's Day keepsake.

Zippo Money Clip & Credit Card Case - Smaller than a regular wallet and perfect for heading out for the night or a quick trip to the store. Bills are securely held by the money clip and credit cards are held firm in the black leather case.

We love these Father - Son Pinstripe Baseball Shirts they are fun and perfect for sons and daughters who are baseball fans. Fun for watching the games at home or heading out the stadium to catch the game in person.

For Dad's on the go to coach practice, the beach, fishing, park or ball field this Collapsible Beverage Cooler is perfect to keep in the car for any event. Easy to store, set up and best thing is you'll never lose it because it is personalized just for Dad.

These are great personalized Father's Day Gifts, but do you know what makes them better Father's Day Gifts?

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Cool Gifts for the Golfing Dad

2010-06-10T14:49:00.002-04:00

If your Dad is a golfer and you want something above the average Father's Day gift, we have found a few golf items that offer that extra touch.

Yes Golf Gifts that say - Wow they get Me!
These are not your average golf gifts but they are ones that Dad will enjoy on the golf course for years to come.
Golf Divot Repairer & Ball Market Bag Tag

Golf Tee Wallet

Golf Scorecard Wallet & Hip Flask

Golf Divot Repairer & Ball Marker Key Ring

More good news, most of these items can be personalized for Father's Day, gift wrapped and shipped worldwide!

Here more Father's Day Gifts and the Gift Idea Center for Gift Ideas for All Occasions.

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Cafe Press Father's Day T-Shirt Sale!

2010-06-09T20:27:00.003-04:00

Now you can get Dad a great t-shirt from Cafe Press and Pick Up one, two or three for yourself!

Yes, Cafe Press is having a Father's Day Sale!
Sorry this Special Father's Day Sale coupon has ended. Please visit Cafe Press for great T-shirts for all.

So grab a friend, sister or your Mom and find just the t-shirt that fits Dad to a T and Save!

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Omaha Steaks Free Shipping For Father's Day

2010-06-09T16:05:00.001-04:00

We just learned that Omaha Steaks is offering Free Shipping on Orders Over $99 for Father's Day!
This means not only can you get Great Steaks from Omaha Steaks but you can have them Shipped for FREE.

Celebrate Dad with tasty Steaks for Father's Day!
Plan your July 4th Cookout with the Best Steaks!
Or Just Order these Savory Steaks for Yourself!

Omaha Steaks only offers Free Shipping so why not take advantage of this offer and order yours today. Remember this is a limited time offer, so order your steaks & burgers today and have them for the Holiday weekend.

Sorry this Omaha Steak Offer has expired. Check out current Omaha Steak promotions here.

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Make Dad's Favorite Team Come to Life with Fathead Graphics

2010-06-09T15:21:00.002-04:00

Does your Dad love Baseball, Football, Basketball, Nascar or other sports.

Then get him something truly unique a Fathead graphic of his favorite player, driver or team for his rec room, mancave, office, computer room, garage or as a skin on his laptop!

These larger than life images include top players, team logos for pro and college teams and theme images so you'll be sure to find something for your Dad.

Plus for a limited time - FATHEAD is having a Sale!

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Smart Phone and Cell Phone Accessories for Father's Day

2010-06-09T11:34:00.002-04:00

Smart Phones and Cell Phone have become part of our lives and accessories can make owning a cell phone easier and sometimes safer too.

So instead of getting a tie that might be returned, get Dad a cell phone or smart phone accessory for Father's Day.

Cell Phone Accessory Gift Ideas
- Bluetooth Headsets for hands free conversations
- Memory Card allow Dad to do more with his phone
- Car Chargers so that his cell phone is always On!
- Leather Cases to protect and keep clean
- Skin Cases and much more

Right Now You Can Visit Cell Phone Shop and save up to 80% on your cell phone accessories just in time for Father's Day.

Here more Father's Day Gifts and the Gift Idea Center for Gift Ideas for All Occasions.

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Best Grilling / Father's Day Gift This Year!

2010-05-27T16:25:00.002-04:00

The Beer Can Roaster may turn out to be the Grilling / Father's Day Gift of the Summer.

Yes, Beer Can Roaster!
Before you turn up your nose to the idea, you seriously need to consider how this works and the benefits to cooking a chicken!.

- One this is perfect for guys who like beer and grilling
- You can drink 1/2 a beer and the chicken gets the other 1/2 of beer
- The beer adds moisture and keeps the chicken tender and juicy
- Easy to Clean & Fun to Use
- And under $20

Get one for yourself and one for your Dad and enjoy grilling out this summer and tailgating in the fall with your beer can roaster.

The Beer Can Roaster is 1 of 50 gifts featured on our, Father's Day Gift Showcase and we have even more Father's Day gift ideas here.

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Cool Summer Fun - Check Out the 4 Person Pool Aqua Bar

2010-05-06T13:12:00.000-04:00

We saw this and said, that looks like fun.

Now you can lounge in your pool with your own bar! The inflatable Aqua Bar provides seating for 4 and lots of spaces for drinks. Check it out.

Aqua Bar: The Ultimate In Inflatable Relaxation! Take the plunge, and then take a seat at the Aqua Bar, where you can enjoy a drink without leaving the pool! Stock the cooler compartment and float along in the 4 sun seats with 12 built-in cup holders. Inflates quickly with electric pump (not included). Sturdy 6-ply PVC vinyl construction; each seat supports up to 200 lbs. 64"x6".

Have more fun this summer with the Aqua Bar!

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Soccer Moms - We Found Your Mother's Day Gift

2010-05-04T10:25:00.000-04:00

Does your Mom come out to watch your Soccer games or sporting events and have to sit or stand in the direct sunshine. Well, we found two gifts that will make Mom and Dad more comfortable at your games.

Infinitely Adjustable Umbrella Sports Chair
This sports chair's infinitely adjustable umbrella provides shelter regardless of the sun's position, so now Mom can be focused on the game rather than squinting to keep the sun out of her eyes. Plus this sport chair is light and portable so it can go to the game, beach or backyard with ease!

Instant Sun Shelter
If your entire family comes to the games or parents travel together then consider the Instant Sun Shelter. The shelter that sets up in seconds, shades several people and provides cover from sun, wind, and rain. It opens like an umbrella and stakes to the ground with the included eight metal anchors and tethers, ensuring stability on blustery days. Plus gives them a little privacy too.

Give Mom a gift that allows her to enjoy your games in a little more comfort this year!

We hope this helps you find the perfect gift for your Mom, however if you need more gift ideas here are more resources for: Mother's Day Gifts, Garden Gifts, Mother's Day Flowers

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Gifts for Moms that Love a Good Book!

2010-05-04T10:08:00.003-04:00

If your Mom's idea of a good afternoon or evening is a reading a good book, then we have some great book gift ideas for you.

If your Mom is looking for a rare or out of print book, then check out Alibris they have millions of second hand, out-of-print and rare books. Using Alibris is easy, it's like having your own private book store at your fingertips.

If you have a Modern Mom who loves a good book but doesn't have the space to keep a lot of books, then Kindle is her solution. With Kindle you can have access to over 500,000 books plus newspapers, magazines and more. Plus the Kindle is lightweight, reads like paper and stores 1,500 books. Check out Kindle today.

And if Mom is looking for a book to take to the beach, pool or backyard hammock, then check out the Best Seller List at Barnes & Noble. Check out their Mother's day selection, Oprah's Book Club, Romantic and Mystery Books that mom will love.

Plus there are always book and reading accessories too!
- Book Lights - over 100 to choose from
- Comfortable Reading Pillow
- Full Page Reading Magnifier

We hope this help you find the perfect gift for your Mom, however if you need more gift ideas here are more resources for: Mother's Day Gifts, Mother's Day Flowers

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For A Happy Mother's Day - Send Harry & David Gourmet Gifts

2010-05-03T15:09:00.005-04:00

Surprise Mom with a smile and good taste this year by sending Mom gourmet foods from Harry & David.

Harry & David is known for their Gift Towers, Fresh Fruit Baskets and Cookies but did you know that they also sell delicious Cheesecakes, Petit Fours and specialized theme baskets too.

What we love about Harry & David is their high quality of gourmet foods and their selection.

And we love it - when we can get Harry & David gourmet gifts for less.

Check Out these Mother's Day offers from Harry & David
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Mother's Day Gifts - Gifts That Giving Mom a Hand or Hands

2010-05-03T11:27:00.001-04:00

Mom does a lot of work around the house laundry, cleaning, cooking and manages the family schedule, so its time to give mom a hands on gift.

Helping Hand Gifts
Pitch in, help out and do this starting Sunday or even Saturday, clean your room, ask Mom how laundry is done so you can do it to, wash the dishes, cook her breakfast, make her lunch, take the trash out, dust, vacuum, etc... You get the idea! It's time to step up your game and lend Mom a hand all the time.

Wax On, Wax Off
Mom's tend to look at cars as transportation rather than a statement piece, so she is more likely to spend money on you rather car washes and extras. Well, you can wash and wax the car, clean the inside, dress up the tires, check tire pressure and even get the oil changed for her, if needed.
Detailing a car can take a while to do, but Mom is worth it.

Handy Around the Home Ideas
If you have the skills repair that leaking faucet, light switch that is broken or help her build that piece of furniture that is still in the box.

Other Gifts You may want to get your Hands On
Family Handprint Frame
All hands on deck for this fun handprint frame that you make at home, composed at home with a rainbow of handprints and signatures (and maybe a pawprint too), plus a favorite 4" x 6" photo. The set includes a beveled white mat, paintbrush, six nontoxic tempera paints and an espresso-finished wood frame for a gallery-worthy display.

Handprint Canvas Kit
Each child or each family member can add to this unique wall art. Four colorful canvases await handprints, footprints and parent-child collaborations.

More Hands on Mother's Day Gift Ideas
- Go to a paint your own pottery store and get a large mug and then have the kids place hand prints on the mugs. Then add the year and name of each child.
- At the craft store pick up a t-shirt and fabric paints of fun colors then make Mom a unique t-shirt using handprints, footprints and a personal message.

Assist Mom In Writing Her Story
Story of a LifeTime
This personalized story is a way for her to capture those moments in life, reflect and allows other to learn how they moved her. The story of a lifetime is a journal, diary and an heirloom to be shared.

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5 Tech Gifts Mom Will Really Love

2010-05-03T10:33:00.003-04:00

So your Mom is not into flowers, candy or jewelry and your wondering what do I get Mom.

Well I have 5 tech gifts that Mom's will love.
Go to our Mother's Day Gifts page to view more gift ideas for mom.

1. Digital Photo Frame
Digital photo frames are great you use your digital camera and take the pictures and then just add the memory card to the frame and view the photos.
Why this is so great - If your Mom is afraid of technology then you can send her a memory card for the frame. Plus why not include one already loading in the frame!

2. Digital Camera
Again, these get smaller, easier and better every year, so make sure she has an easy to camera that goes with her wherever Mom goes. That way she never miss a chance to make a memory.

3. Roomba Vacuum
Give Mom extra time in her day, by giving her a vacuum that works when she is not there. A great idea so she gets a little more time to relax.

4. iPod Nano
If your Mom enjoys running, the gym or just music in general, an iPod gives her a chance to take her favorite music, photos and video with her. And most likely you have your iPod so why shouldn't she have hers.

5. GPS Navigation System
If Mom is the team bus driver, gets frustrated when Dad gets lost or seeks out lots of new adventures then a GPS Navigation system might provide her with the comfort and security that she knows where she is going.

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Photo Tote Bag - A Favorite from Our Mother's Day Gift Showcase

2010-05-03T09:58:00.004-04:00

Some gifts just look like instant hits!

Photo totes are a great Mother's Day gift and thee two are some of our favorites.
Embroidered Photo Tote Bag
Beautifully crafted and stitched black microfiber bag features four 4" x 6" photo displays, ready for you to insert your favorite snapshots. What we love is that this Mother's Day gift can change with the season's and as the kids grow, plus it is a great conversation piece too!

Embroidered Quilted Photo Tote
This Tote features one main photo and is great for heading to the soccer match, grocery store, the pool or the beach. Beautifully crafted, stitched lime green quilt bag features an attractive pink, ivory and lime green stripe ruffle top with same strip lining inside.

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More of Our Favorite Personalized Gifts for Mom

2010-05-02T17:55:00.005-04:00

Sometimes our favorite gifts are the simple ones that speak volumes. We think personalized gifts are the perfect choice for Mother's Day and we have some ideas for do it yourself gifts or personalized gifts you can purchase online.

Do It Yourself Mother's Day Gifts
Writing your own poem and having it framed.
Gifting your Mom a family portrait.
Making a special trip home to visit in person
Create a Personalized Mug with your photographs
Painting her a special piece of pottery or flower pot

Mom's remember the little things and only want the best for you, so on Mother's Day return the favor and give Mom a gift that gives her a great big hug.

Here are some of our favorite personalized gifts we found at Personalization Mall.

- Frames, Tea pots, Photo Mugs, Flower Pots, Charms and more...

Please note that personalized gifts take a little longer so make sure you order soon to get the gift you want for your Mom.

Click here to view current Personalization Mall Coupon Codes.

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Garden Benches, Hammocks and Outdoor Furniture for Mom

2010-05-02T17:26:00.005-04:00

Is spring and summer your Mom's favorite time of year?
Does she love having dinner outside and relaxing on the deck, patio or by the garden?
Then Outdoor Furniture might be the best gift for her.

Consider what outdoor furniture she already has and then consider whether you need to replace your outdoor furniture set or and an accent piece like a garden bench, ottoman, new cushions or consider getting her a relaxing hammock.

You know Mom works hard both inside and outside the house, so why not get her something she can really enjoy. Dad's have their recliners, so Mom should have her patio set!

And if you have trees in the backyard consider a hammock. Hammocks are so peaceful and relaxing and on a warm summer day can be the perfect escape.

A warm breeze, family and friends, chilled drinks - it sounds perfect. Just like these outdoor furniture gifts for mom. Ooh, if you didn't our blog post on the Fruit Infusion Pitcher then check it out as it is the perfect gift for outdoor entertaining.

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Zibits Mini RC Robots - A Zhu Zhu Replacement?

2010-05-02T10:59:00.004-04:00

Zhu Zhu pets were last years must have toy, but could Zibits be this years Zhu Zhu pets?

While Zhu Zhu's tended to target girls over boys, the Zibits lean more towards boys.

Lets learn more about Zibits Mini RC Robots

There are 12 Different Zibits
Race Them - Run 1 or more Zibits at a time
360 Turning Radius
Robot sound effects
Cost around $15

But Zhu Zhu pets still have an edge, as Zhu Zhu pets created the pets and a world for them to play in. Zhu Zhu has cars, homes, hamster wheels and more for them to play in. Plus kids relate to pets.

From what we see Zibits Mini RC Robots look like fun and can be success, but most likely won't be as popular as Zhu Zhu's which is a good thing for parents looking to spend $15 on a fun toy.

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Disney Inspired Mother's Day Gifts - Mickey & Minnie, Tinker Bell, Collectibles and more

2010-05-01T11:38:00.000-04:00

If your Mom is a fan of Disney, then you might want to check out some of the gifts in Disney's Mother's Day Gift Store.

Here are some of the unexpected gifts we found:
- Create Your Own - Mickey or Minnie Roses!
- Make her a Personalized Disney T-Shirt with Disney characters
- Create her own Apron
- Fun and Modern Disney Tees
- Disney Watches and Disney Jewelry
- Mickey Mouse Baker for Muffins, Waffles, more
- Colorful Jim Shore - Disney Flower Pots
- Disney Snow Globes & Character Figurines
- Limited Edition Disney Gallery Prints
And more...

While we expected movies and music, we were surprised by the other Mother's Day gift we saw. Well don't just take our word for it, check out Disney's Mother's Day shop for yourself.

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Fruit Infusion Pitcher for Summer Entertaining - Mother's Day Gift Idea

2010-05-01T10:36:00.000-04:00

For the Mom who entertains and enjoys natural flavors over artificial ones, the Fruit Infusion Pitcher is a great way to add flavor to teas, lemonade, water and other beverages.

Fruit Infusion™ Pitcher Flavors Your Drink Naturally! Enjoy refreshing lemon water, delicious fruit tea and more, anytime! Crystal clear acrylic pitcher has removable fruit infusion tube that screws into lid. Fill the rod with fruit, and the slots allow the liquid and fruit to blend and flavor your drink naturally. Refill the pitcher again and again without having to replace the fruit. Healthier and less expensive than artificially-flavored teas and waters. Pretty way to serve at parties and dinners. 2.5 quart capacity. Hand washing recommended.

Learn more about the Fruit Infusion Pitcher.

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A Mother's Day Gift with Lasting Impressions

2010-04-30T12:36:00.000-04:00

Does your Mom mean the world to you and then some?

Well then how do you let her know that she is that important? Consider Naming a Star for your Mom.

Yes, a Star. International Star Registry helps you give a truly original gift with Lasting Impressions. The best part is that you can Name Your Star after Your Mom so it real is a personalized gift that is out of this world.

So if your Mom means the world to you, consider let her know she's the brightest star in your universe with International Star Registry.

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Hand-painted Porcelain Boxes from Limoges, France for Mom

2010-04-30T11:48:00.000-04:00

Flowers are nice, chocolates are a special treat, but for a classic Mom a limoge is the gift for her.

While it is difficult to determine the quality of Limoges online, however when we learned that Franklin Mint has added hand-painted porcelain boxes (limoges) from Limoge, France. We had to take a look.

And these lovey limoges include classical styles of church, bibles, magic lamps or windmills, fun modern items like flip flops, fortune cookies and picnic baskets and animals like dogs, cats, frogs, roosters and even Noah's Ark.

Each limoge box, truly a one-of-a-kind treasure, brought to life by some of the most skilled sculptors, molders and artists in the world — many of whom come from generations of Limoges artisans. And each is a completely unique work of art, hand-signed and painted by hand.

These limoges make a wonderful Mother's Day gift as well as a great gift for any women or collector of limoges.

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Best Selling Personalized Mother Day Gifts and Coupons

2010-04-30T10:26:00.003-04:00

Mother's Day is just over a week away, but there is no reason to be caught off guard. FYI - May 9th is Mother's Day!

You can still order heartfelt personalized Mother's Day gifts and have it for your Mom.

Over the next few days we will be checking into our favorite stores and sharing with you the best selling Mother's Day gifts, Shipping dates and Coupons. So you'll have a quick snapshot of what is popular and have to get it for less. Since personalized gifts take a little longer to produce, we will start there.

Best Selling Personalized Mother's Day Gifts from Personal Creations

1. Heart Stepping Stones - For the Mom with a green thumb, these beautiful heart stepping stones are a constant reminder of how important Mom is to you. And prices range from $10 to $25.

2. Personalized Baking Dish - Let Mom know how much you love her cooking with these fun and cheeky baking dishes. What is best is that you can add your own message to this gift. Around $40

3. Colorful Personalized Watering Cans - These watering cans are perfect for watering plants, decoration or used as a planter. And once it arrives you can add your own flowers so it is extra special for Mom on Mother's Day. under $15

4. Mom's Hershey Treat Jar - This treat jar is all for Mom, but we think she'll share them with you if you ask. This sweets jar is a fun reminder that you care and you can add her favorite candy to it once it arrives. Under $15

Order by Date for Mother's Day:
Standard Shipping Order cut off 5/3/2010
Priority Shipping Order cut off 5/5/2010

Personal Creations Coupons:
Currently there are a variety of Personal Creations coupons, but each involves a minimum purchase. Since coupons change often we recommend you visit our Coupon page to
View current Personalized Gift Coupons

While these are the Best Selling Personalized Mother's Day Gifts this year, Personal Creations also has over 100 other personalized gifts for Mom including photo gifts, frames, jewelry, apparel, baseball hats, keepsake boxes, photo purses and more you'll want to check out.

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Gift Mom Oprah, Rachael Ray or Cosmo this Mother's Day

2010-04-30T09:55:00.000-04:00

Why not give your Mom something she'll enjoy all year long this Mother's Day?

Magazines like Oprah, Rachael Ray and Cosmopolitan will provide her with great cooking recipes, fashion and tips on getting more out of life. And the best part is that you can give the gift of Oprah, Rachael Ray and Cosmo for less!

Now through May 10th, you can get
Oprah Magazine for $13 - Reg. $18
Rachael Ray Magazine for $15 - Reg. $24
Cosmopolitan for $10 - Reg. $15

These are great gifts at a great value for $15 and under.
Where else can you give so much for so little!

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Iron Man 2 Store Opens

2010-04-29T13:18:00.000-04:00

Iron Man 2 opens in just over a week!

We loved Iron Man so much that we built a special Iron Man 2 Store just for this movie.

Check out the Iron Man 2 collectibles, action figure toys, t-shirts, games, pjs, blasters, Iron man helmet, bobble heads, bedsets, beach towels, music, USB drive, Mega Bloks and more.

New items being added weekly to our Iron Man 2 Store!

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New Mother's Day Gifts Added

2010-04-28T12:12:00.002-04:00

Gift Idea Center added more Mother's Day gifts to our site, in fact we have pulled in our favorite gifts from Red Envelope, Uncommon Goods, Target, Collectibles Today, Hammacher and other top stores to provide you with even more Mother's Day Gift Ideas.

Yes - We still have lots of great Mother's Day gifts that include cruises, Mom & Daughter loungewear, photo lockets, but now we have more for you to enjoy.

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Earth Week - Best Green Gifts #5 - Energy Savers

2010-04-23T09:48:00.000-04:00

If you are reading this blog you use energy. Lights, tv's, ac / heating units all take energy to run, but some changes can impact how much you use and over time save you money.

Last year I finally broke down and got a new AC/Heating unit for my house, while I was proud that the old one had lasted longer than any of my neighbors I didn't realize what it was costing me.

Well I was shocked when my summer electric bills dropped 40 - 50% and my house was more comfortable after the change. While you might not be able to replace your ac unit, consider these Energy Savers that can save you money.

Heating and Cooling = 40 - 45% of the Average Electric Bill
Programmable Thermostat
Save money by programming your thermostat to let your home be warmer during the day and turn on just before you get home from work. The fact is why should you pay to keep the house cold when you are now home.

Programmable Vents
These smart vents are open when you need them and closed when you don't. So when the kids head off to school or camp close the vents to their rooms and force the air into areas of the house where it is needed most.

Water Heating = 12% of the Average Electric Bill
Properly insulated your water heater and set the water heater to 120 - 125 degrees for home use.

Lighting = 11% of the Average Electric Bill
Energy Saving Light Bulbs / LED's
Standard light bulbs waste a lot of energy and new Smart Bulbs and LED Lights last longer and save money. If you use dimmers on your lights make sure you get energy bulbs made for dimmers.

Computers & Electronics = 9% of the Average Electric Bill
One way to reduce this cost is to always turn off tv's and computers while not in use, unplug chargers when they are not charging, buy energy efficient tv's, monitors and accessories. Plus take advantage of Smart Surge Protectors

Other Household Appliances make up 9% of the electric bill and the Refrigerator tends to make up 8% of your electric bill. However replacing these are a little more expensive than light bulbs or thermostats. We recommend that when you are ready to purchase your next home appliance you consider your needs and buying one that reduces your carbon footprint.

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The Floating Sofa - Makes Your Pool Dreamy

2010-04-22T14:39:00.000-04:00

Warmer temperature and longer days mean that summer can't be far off, so make the most of your pool and enjoy it even more with a Floating Sofa!

Just the sound of it makes you think of warm days drenched in warm sunshine. Just be sure to wear your sunscreen!

The floating sofa is perfect for pools and allows you and two other guests to enjoy the pool while relaxing on your personal sofa.

So get ready for a summer of fun with your own personal inflatable floating sofa.

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Earth Day - Best Green Gifts #4 - Recycled Gifts

2010-04-22T10:49:00.001-04:00

By recycled gifts we don't mean that you take a gift you don't like and give it to someone else. Ok, why that is a good idea, we mean gifts made from or created by recycled products.

Often many usable items end up in a landfill when they can be donated to charity, recycled and turned into art, clothing or jewelry. We have pulled together a variety of recycled gifts that may inspire you to think differently about what you throw away in the trash.

Here are of our favorites - View Green Gifts here
- Blue Recycled Glass Charm Necklace
This necklace looks great and will add a pop to any special evening

- Recycled Ski Wine Rack
Crafty and a conversation piece for skiers!

- Recycled Newspaper Handbag
I am not sure how they do this but what a great way to turn paper into something you'll want to show off

- Used Chopstick Soap Dish
I started thinking about how many chopsticks are used daily and there must be a lot more uses for chopsticks out there rather than throwing them in the trash.

- Recycled Wine Bottle Platters
The perfect accent for your next wine and cheese party. The platter is made from wine bottles we love it.

- Flip Flop Mats
Extra scraps from making flip flops are turned into doormats rather than being sent to a landfill.

- Records Turned into Bowls
I thought this was very cool, old records get a second life as a trendy accent piece.

- License Plate Mailbox
Funky, cool and unique the license plate mailbox turns something that is old into something new again.

All these gifts and more are featured on our Green Gifts page at Gift Idea Center. Check out over 50 of our favorite eco-friendly gifts now.

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Earth Week - Best Green Gifts #3 - Water Filters & Bottles

2010-04-21T08:50:00.000-04:00

Plastic water bottles they are everywhere; the office, the gym, the park, the house and sometimes in your car, but do we really need them?

In some cases fresh clean bottle water is the only option after a natural disaster and when you are traveling, but do you need them in house, gym or office.

When you consider:
- Bottle water may not be better than tap water
- The carbon footprint of transporting water
- The cost of 1 bottle can run $1 - $2
- Unrecycled bottles can last up to 500 years or longer
- 50 Billion! Yes 50 billion water bottles are used in the US alone
- That is over 160 bottles per year per person!

With that said, Why wouldn't you take steps to save money, improve the environment and drink water that might even taste better than bottled water?

So what water gifts can make you more green?
Water filters and pitchers from Brita and PUR are a great way to start. They help improve your water and make it taste better for pennies per use rather than dollars per bottle. Plus you can purchase a faucet, sink or pitcher filter to match your lifestyle.

If you use a lot of water bottles at the gym, office or when you are on the go then consider getting a set stainless steel water bottles or BPA free water bottle. We prefer the stainless steel for three reasons 1. It's not a hard plastic that might later be in a landfill 2. Metal does get recycled and 3. Stainless steel can take more abuse and falls and still work properly. By using these water bottles your help yourself save money and the environment.

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Earth Week - Best Green Gifts #2 - Reusable Totes

2010-04-20T10:55:00.000-04:00

Best Green Gifts #2 - Reusable Totes - America it's time to bring your own bag!

In Europe reusable totes, shopping and grocery bags are very common, in the United States however they are slowing being adopted by consumer which is a good thing.

We must admit that plastic bags are great for the odd shaped items and convenience.

However when you realize:
- Plastic bags are made of oil
- Plastic bags litter our streets and clog drains
- Plastic bags ruin animal habitats and the earth's water
- And these bags take 10 - 20 years or more to break down
- Plus when the do break down it is a danger to the water supply

A better solution is a Reusable Shopping Tote or Grocery Bag.

We recommend you use one for clothes shopping and another for grocery shopping. This way you won't get new clothes dirty with stains from fresh vegetables or fruits.

In many cases you can find reusable totes at the store, but if you want a personalized one or a unique style we have them on our Green Gifts page.

While sometimes it is hard to always carry a tote around remember you can always say "I don't need a bag" and remember to always recycle your existing plastic bags.

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Earth Week - Best Green Gifts #1 - Bicycles

2010-04-19T10:35:00.000-04:00

This is part of a series of our favorite Green Gifts. While we know that there are many eco-friendly products and items that help the environment we wanted to feature our favorites and how they made our list.

Gift Idea Center's favorite green gift - The Bicycle

Bicycles shouldn't just be for kids, they should be considered as part of your personal transportation.

Bicycles have a low cost, emit zero emissions, don't need a charge and it improves your health!

Plus when you consider that many trips taken in a car are less than 3 miles, taking a bike to the gym, post office, bank or corner store save a ton of wear and tear on your car.

So if you want to reduce fuel usage, improve the air quality, get healthier and set a good example for your kids - Get a bicycle!

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One Cent Shipping on 12 Bottles of Wine! 1,000's of Reds and Whites to Choose From

2010-04-18T20:09:00.000-04:00

Buy 12 bottles of wine and have it shipped to you for Just 1 penny on April 19th, 20th and 21st at Wine.com Sorry this Promotion has ended View current Sales and Coupon Codes

If you love wine and fret that you can never find the reds and whites featuring in magazines or just hate having to spend $8 to $10 just to ship a bottle of wine, then this Sale is for you!

This online promotion run 3 days - April 19th, 20th and 21st, 2010.
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Green Gifts - Earth Week Gift Ideas for Friends, Family and You!

2010-04-18T14:21:00.001-04:00

Earth Week is here and it's time to reflect and discover ways to consume less and live more!

We have pulled together an assortment of Green gifts and eco-friendly gift ideas that make great gifts any time of year.

Check out eco-friendly paints and paper, recycled glass and wood gifts, cool energy and water saving gifts, a variety of shopping sacks, handbags, home decor items and more.

Check it out at Green Gifts at Gift Idea Center!

During Earth week we will feature green gifts and categories. So check get often to learn more about great green gifts.

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50 Favorite - Personalized Graduation Gifts

2010-04-15T11:19:00.000-04:00

Do you have a High School Graduation or College Graduation coming up?

Well good news we have just added 50 personalized graduation gifts to our site! While still feature great gift ideas for 2010 Grads, but this page is dedicated to personalized gifts.

So check out a variety of personalized graduation frames, photo albums, charms, congratulation signs, teddy bears and more and get the 2010 Graduate a special gift just for them.

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Pick Me Up Gift - Little Hug is Sure to Bring a Smile

2010-04-13T13:53:00.000-04:00

Know someone who needs a pick me up?

Well send them a Little Hug

This cute little guy is just ready to give a little love to whoever needs it and is ready to give a hug to the lucky person that receives him.

The Little Hug is a good gift for:
- Those with Stress at Work
- College Students preparing for Finals
- Those trying hard to land a job
- A Loved One who you miss Dearly
- It's Perfect for Just About Anyone You Care About!

So take the time to send a Little Hug today and You'll be Glad You Did!

A fun gift I thought is perfect for this time of year.

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Sweet Cute Puppet Socks - Baby Gifts that Make Getting Dressed Fun

2010-04-12T11:00:00.000-04:00

We saw these Puppet Socks and said, wow they look like fun! They would make great baby shower and baby gifts.

Not only are these puppet socks cute for babies, but they can make getting dressed fun and interactive.

What is cool is that the puppets have fun shapes, textures and tails too! These are the perfect little extras to keep an infant curious and entertained. The version shown comes with a Puppy, Teddy Bear and Monkey but we also noticed a version with a Panda, Kitty and Bunny. Learn more about Puppets Socks here.

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Bladeless Fan - A Safe Way to Stay Cool

2010-04-08T14:17:00.000-04:00

Comfort without the dangers of a blade! The Bladeless Fan uses the technology found in jet engines to generate a stream of cooling air without blades.

This surprisingly powerful Bladeless Fan produces up to 15x more air velocity than traditional fans, without blades. And it you have kids or pets it is a safer alternative to a regular fan.

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Wine Lovers Rejoice - It's Spring Clearance Time!

2010-04-05T11:02:00.000-04:00

If you love and enjoy wine then you will love Wine.com Spring Clearance.

For a limited time Save on Select Wines. The sale allows you to get great wines at a discount and Wine.com can make room for new wines. So everybody wins.

Sale runs from April 5th - April 9th, 2010!
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This Gift Lets Girls Be Fashion Designers!

2010-04-01T09:23:00.000-04:00

Every once in a while we run across a site or gift that we say is awesome, we found Fashion Playtes to fall within this category as it combines creativity and self expression of oneself to allow girls to design their own clothing.

Lots of little girls dream of designing their own dress, shirts or hoodies but with Fashion Playtes that dream is turned into reality.

It really is an excellent concept.
They supply the base clothing and then the child can select from a large assortment of images and extras that with make it their own.

We at Gift Idea Center gave it two thumbs up and think that your little sweetheart will give it two thumbs up as well.

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Fun Easter Gifts for Your Kid's Easter Basket

2010-03-23T10:15:00.000-04:00

Looking for one or two unique Easter gifts to place in your child's Easter Basket this year.

Well we found a few Easter gifts that just might be perfect for you and make Easter more fun.

Thomas The Tank Easter Train
Boys love Thomas and it never hurts to have an extra train or car, so consider the Thomas Easter train that has Thomas in the Easter spirit.

Cute and Quacky - These personalized Easter ducks are sure to bring smiles. Not only are the soft and cuddly but they Quack too.

Mr. Potato Head Bunny
If you or your kids like Mr. Potato Head then this is a fun Easter Basket gift. Once opened the kids can have Mr. Potato Head hopping down the bunny trail in search of adventure.

Max & Ruby
These little rabbits are always facing new challenges on tv and in books, now your kids can enjoy playing with them are home too.

Hide N Squeak Eggs
Yes these are little eggs that come apart and squeak. We featured them just a few days ago and got some great feedback so we thought they we worth noting again.

We hope this helps solve your Easter Basket dilemmas.
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Sleep Sheep a Baby Shower Gift One Mother Called Priceless

2010-03-22T09:38:00.000-04:00

Baby Shower often showcase the promise of a happy baby and a new mom in a cozy embrace.

However once the new bundle of joy arrives, life can sometimes be an endless task of trying to get the baby to sleep and helping the new mom get some sleep as well.

Swaddling has been proven to help many baby's feel safe and send them off to sleep, however it doesn't work for all and gradually wears off.

Another item the Sleep Sheep also helps babies sleep, well at least we can assume that from all the positive reviews. And with so many positive reviews, it is one of our favorite Baby Shower Gifts!

We review a lot of baby shower gifts and this one continues to receive positive feedback like this:
- The best sleep aid product that I've bought.
- I love that you can attach this to a crib
- I have found the Sleep Sheep to be priceless
- This super soft sheep drowns out the background noise and since it has volume control I can turn it up as the neighbors get louder

Other comments for the Sleep Sheep
- We found the whale sound to be scary, but enjoy the other sounds
- Doesn't stay on long enough, the longest setting is 45 minutes

If you have a baby shower coming up, then the Sleep Sheep might make a good baby shower gift and if you are still not sure then check out more baby shower gift ideas at Gift Idea Center.

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Hide N Squeak Eggs Cute Easter Gift for 1 - 3yr. olds

2010-03-18T09:23:00.000-04:00

There really isn't much to say here but Hide N Squeak Eggs look silly and fun!

The Hide N Squeak Eggs come in a cute little carton, you crack open the eggs and touch the colorful chicks and the peep. A fun fit for an Easter gift or just a fun birthday gift for a small child.

What is nice is that this gift is interesting and hits several senses. You could even use these eggs in an Easter egg hunt if you want.

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Max and Ruby Ty Beanie Baby Set - Great Easter Basket GiftB

2010-03-14T11:20:00.000-04:00

Little boys and girls love Max & Ruby and their adventures. Their on Nick, have a series of books and these Beanie Babies are perfect for any Easter Basket because Max and Ruby are such cute bunnies.

Some information on Max & Ruby
Max likes truck, mud, candy
Ruby likes shopping, tea parties and helping Max
And most of all they love each other.

Max & Ruby make great Easter gifts because they are bunnies but if you have never seen or heard of Max & Ruby then consider buying one of their books as an extra treat. The most popular one this time of year is "Max's Easter Surprise."

Have a wonderful Easter.

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Should Mighty Beanz Replace Jelly Beans this Easter?

2010-03-11T13:50:00.000-05:00

We were caught off guard when we noticed that Mighty Beanz were a Top 5 Toy on Amazon.

So we decided to compare whether Jelly Beans should be replaced with Mighty Beanz this Easter.

First lets review:
Jelly Beans are a fun, colorful candy that comes in flavors like lemon, grape, bubble gum and many more.

Mighty Beanz are zany and eccentric plastic ‘bean’ characters belonging to a specific "Bean Team.” They can be raced, collected and they can do tricks and flips.

Round 1:
Which taste Better Jelly Beans or Mighty Beanz?
Winner hands down Jelly Beans. Mighty Beanz are not food.

Round 2:
Which makes the better collectible?
While Jelly Beans have lots of pretty colors, Mighty Beanz have Bean Teams with themes!
Winner - Mighty Beanz

Round 3:
Which is more durable for play?
While Jelly Beans may look tough, they often cave in to pressure.
Mighty Beanz can stand falls, bounces and rough play
Winner - Mighty Beanz

Round 4:
Which are preferred by the Easter Bunny?
Jelly Beans - Egged shaped, pastel colors and easy to hide in a basket
Mighty Beanz - Bean shaped, colorful, enjoy smashing the shells of hard boiled eggs.
Winner - Jelly Beans, the Easter Bunny likes to snack on them too.

Round 5:
Which can provide the most fun for boys 5 and up?
While Jelly Beans are a nice snack, Mighty Beanz can provide hours of fun, games and are collectible!
Winner - Mighty Beanz

Based on a 3 - 2 Decision, Mighty Beanz should replace Jelly Beans this Easter!

Who Knew!

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Play Garden is Fun Gift for Toddlers over 18 months

2010-03-11T10:29:00.000-05:00

How Does Your Garden Grow is a cute and clever indoor garden that kids will play with over and over again.

And no matter what the temperature is outside, they can be gardening inside. How Does Your Garden Grow comes with 11 magnetic shapes - abstract vegetables, bugs and more can be stacked or moved around to create a unique garden.

This play garden is cute and will provide them with hours and hours of creative play.

Reviews noted:
- It is a well made toy
- Great toy, different from all the rest
- It's very cute and a GREAT learning activity
- It was smaller than I expected
- A great gift for kids to learn to share and play with others.
- A bit overpriced

The reviews general thought How Does Your Garden Grow was a well made toy that sparked learning and creativity. However it was smaller that expected and maybe overpriced.

The value of a toy or anything often lies in whether a gift gets used and how the child benefits from playing with the toy. I featured this toy because I thought it featured something unique and I know how much kids enjoy gardens, but the final decision is yours.

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Irish Songs - Did Seven Old Ladies Really Get Locked in the Lavatory?

2010-03-10T11:37:00.000-05:00

With St. Patrick's Days coming up, I was reviewing lyrics to various Irish songs and was wondering how these songs originate?

The perfect example is the bar song
Seven Old Ladies Locked in the Lavatory

Where the chorus is a cheery sing-a-long
Oh dear what can the matter be?
Seven old ladies locked in the lavatory
They were there from Sunday to Saturday
Nobody knew they were there
- View Seven Old Ladies Lyrics

Well, upon doing some research I have learned that this song which I heard at The Phyrst almost weekly, the Irish bar at Penn State, is not an official Irish song but rather an adopted Irish song.

It turns out that the song was written by Oscar Brand a Canadian in the 1950's! Oscar Brand was a folk singer and author, he wrote hundreds of songs and was extremely creative. Brand was also on the original board for the Children's Television Workshop which later lead to Sesame Street. And here is some odd trivia - It is said the Oscar's demeanor and persistence led to the creation of "Oscar the Grouch." Who knew!

Always it turns out this adopted Irish song has become a mainstay at Irish Pub's around the US and Canada. I don't know if they sing it in Ireland but it is pretty funny. Did the ladies get locked in the lavatory? I'll leave that for you to decide. However, if you have never heard the Seven Old Ladies song check out this video.

The one thing I can say is that this song is a classic, fun and makes me laugh. And when it comes down to it, I am glad I wasn't locked in the lavatory with these seven old ladies.

Have a great St. Patrick's Day

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Give a Shamrock Garden for St. Patrick's Day

2010-03-08T11:14:00.000-05:00

This St. Patrick's Day why not share a piece of Ireland with family and friends.

This Shamrock Kit won't guarantee a Lucky 4 Leaf clover, but it does make a cool gift for kids, moms, sisters, the Irish and those with a green thumb.

I could see my friends teaching their kids, Jack and Lorelei, about Ireland, St. Patrick's Day and shamrocks. While they may not remember much about Ireland, but I know they would enjoy planting the seeds and watching the Shamrocks grow.

The Shamrock Garden is a good bet for:
Irish families, kids and people good with plants.
And is a good gift for the following occasions:
St. Patrick's Day, Housewarmings, Thank You gift and a humorous Retirement gift (Now they will have something to do - grow a plant!)

Pass on this Irish gift for:
Single guys and Dad's unless they have a green thumb, otherwise it will be like throwing money away. We have some better Irish gifts for them.

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Gifts for the Irish at Heart

2010-03-07T13:39:00.000-05:00

St. Patrick's Day is a special day for those that are Irish. However a lot of the focus is on parties and celebrating, rather than Ireland and St. Patrick.

Well if you or someone you know have a true fondness for the Irish and Ireland then consider giving them a gift that reflects on that Heritage and love of Ireland.

We a few gifts that fall into this category.
1. Personalized Family Name History & Coat of Arms
Interesting and beautiful, this gift is sure to show their Irish pride.

2. Give them a real Taste of Ireland
Guinness Bread Mix, McVitie's Digestives (biscuits), Real Ireland BBQ Peat Chips and more.

3. Irish Flags and Flags with Crests
Consider the flag of Ireland or get an Irish flag with a personalized name and coat of arms.

These Irish gifts are great to give any time of year, but have extra special meaning on St. Patrick's Day. Enjoy.

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Funny Baby Shower - New Mom Gift

2010-03-07T11:10:00.000-05:00

I saw this and thought that is a cute baby shower gift or new Mom gift idea.

The book 97 Ways to Make Your Baby Laugh wants to help you have fun with your baby. This book includes skits, tricks, face contests and more and the idea is adorable and at Red Envelope it comes with a soft Teddy Bear. (shown)

Here are some comments about 97 Ways to Make Your Baby Laugh
- Good for interaction between the family
- This will have some precious moments results for sure
- A cute little book with lots of simple ideas that are easy to do.

97 Ways to Make Your Baby Laugh is also available in paperback at Amazon.

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It's Time for St. Patrick's Day Party Planning!

2010-03-06T13:39:00.000-05:00

St. Patrick's Day, March 17th, is a little over a week away and lots of bars and communities are having St. Patrick's Day events from the 12th - 20th to take advantage of the mid-week celebration.

Now is a great time to get everything you need for St. Patrick's Day and share your Irish pride.

Check out these St. Patrick's Day costumes and accessories, which are perfect for parades, bartenders, waitress and anyone who wants to feel lucky!
- Lucky Irish Beads & Hats
- Novelty, Fun and Kiss Me I'm Irish T-Shirts

And if you are not able to go out on St. Patrick's Day consider bringing the Irish spirit home with Irish Pub Signs, personalized Irish Pub Glasses or dozens of personalized Irish gifts in our seasonal St. Patrick's Day shop!

Still not sure what to do this St. Patrick's Day?
Well we've got a list of some of the biggest St. Patrick's Day events in the US here.

Make it a safe, fun and great St. Patrick's Day!

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Great Deals on Top Selling Cell Phone Accessories!

2010-02-11T14:21:00.000-05:00

The Cell Phone Shop is a great cell phone store that sells cell phone accessories at great prices. We just got a a list of the best selling January items and current prices.

Please note prices are subject to change at any time.
Plus You Can Save More!
10% Discount with Minimum Purchase $11. Ends: Apr 30, 2010

1. Touch Stylus Pen For Apple iPhone, iPod touch, Touch Screens, Cliq, Droid, Nexus - - $2.99

2. Original Jawbone Prime Bluetooth Headset - White Box - - $69.99

3.8GB microSDHC Memory Card - - $20.99

4. 2 GB Micro SD Memory Card - - $6.99

5. Original Motorola H690 Bluetooth Headset - White Box Pack - - $22.99

6.Bluetooth Visor Mount Speaker Car Kit - - $24.99

7. Original Motorola H500 Bluetooth Headset (Black) - Retail Pack - - $23.99

8.Bluetooth Stylus Pen - - $24.99

9.Plantronics Voyager 835 Bluetooth Headset - - $39.99

10.Universal Battery Travel Charger - - $3.99

If you are interested in any of these cell phone accessories or any of the new Motorola DRIOD or Motorola CLIQ accessories check out the Cell Phone Shop and Save 10% on orders over $11! Now thru Apr. 30th, 2010.

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Last Minute Jewelry Gifts You Can Still Order Online

2010-02-11T09:43:00.000-05:00

If you put off buying your Valentine's Day jewelry all is not lost, many online retailers are offering overnight shipping and in some cases it is Free overnight shipping.

But you have to act quick because cut off times are fast approaching to place your Valentine's Day order.

Blue Nile is offering Free Fed Ex Overnight Shipping until 6 PM EST!

Mondera is offering Free Fed Ex Overnight Shipping - Cut off this afternoon

ICE - Order by 1 PM EST Today for FedEx Overnight Delivery

Szul is offering Free Fed Ex Overnight Shipping - Cut off this afternoon

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Order Personalized Valentine's Gifts Today Before Shipping Goes up and Save with Coupons

2010-02-08T11:56:00.000-05:00

We have found some great personalized Valentine's Day gifts from great stores, however in order to get it for Valentine's Day you need to order today, otherwise you'll pay more.

Our favorite personalized Valentine's Day Gifts.
A cuddly teddy bear is always favorite for sweethearts of any age, balloon wine glasses are a sign of a romantic evening and the heart in the sand print is a timeless message of your love.

If you are interested in getting a personalized Valentine's Day gift be sure to check to see if you can save money with these Coupon Codes. That way you can get a great gift and save money too.

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Three Romanitc Gifts You can Still Get for Valentine's Day!

2010-02-08T11:42:00.000-05:00

Is Valentine's Day catching you off guard? Valentine's Day is next Sunday and if you haven't given it any thought yet, we have some unique Valentine's Day gift ideas.

Here are three Romantic Gift Ideas

1. Message in a Bottle
Unique, mystical and a way to show her how much you love her or him in a thoughtful way. Create your own or purchase a Message in a Bottle online, special Valentine's Day bottles available.

2. Name a Star
If the love of your life is your world, then consider giving her a piece of the heavens by naming a star for her. Pair the star with gift of diamond jewelry and you have a beautiful combination that will touch her heart.

3. Bed of Roses
Valentine's Day is the romantic holiday there is, so guys go out of your way to be romantic . This bed of roses makes it easy to set up a romantic environment. Just add a few candles, music and yourself and you should be set.

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Personalized Jewelry that Makes a Lasting Impression

2010-02-08T08:10:00.000-05:00

There are many choices for fine jewelry this Valentine's Day, but how do you make a piece of jewelry even more special?

You select a beautiful piece of jewelry to start and the personalized it. Save the memory and moment for a lifetime with these jewelry pieces that can be personalized.

The Lover's Knot Ring is a personalized ring that ties your love together. A band of 10K white gold, shimmering with pave-set diamonds, branches into two 14K gold-plated curves that wind sinuously together, wrapping around a sparkling genuine brilliant-cut diamond. What a romantic jewelry gift!The crowning touch on this extraordinary personalized diamond ring is the sentiment inside the band.

This lovely Love Never Ends necklace symbolizes your everlasting love. The two hearts reflect the two of you and includes your birthstones. The infinity design is modified so that you can engrave your names on the pendant for a dramatic look that is simple yet beautiful. A favorite for Valentine's Day.

Your dreams and hers are one and this ring reflects that your hearts are embraced in a stunning beauty. This personalized diamond couples ring expresses commitment with a solid sterling silver ring with 24K-gold plating and hand set diamonds. And while this ring looks like a million, it costs far less!

Visit our site for more Valentine's Day gifts, romantic gifts, roses and Valentine's Day jewelry.

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2010 Best Selling Golf Accessories for January

2010-02-07T10:10:00.000-05:00

If you love golf then you always want to know what is next. Well we have learned what the Top 10 selling golf clubs and accessories for January and we know where you can get these accessories at a great price.

And the news gets even better as we have a Coupon Code to Save you - The discount you were looking for expired Check for new Coupon Codes.

Top Selling Golf Clubs & Accessories for Jan. 2010
1. Leupold GX-II Golf Rangefinder
Matches your personal striking distances to the slope of the shot and current atmospheric conditions.

2.Garmin Approach G5 Golf GPS
Uses a high-sensitivity GPS receiver to measure individual shot distances and show the exact yardage to fairways, hazards and greens.

3. Taylor made 2009 Burner Iron Set
Every club - long-irons, middle-irons and short-irons - have earned high marks for distance, accuracy and forgiveness during TaylorMade testing.

4. Bridgestone B330-RX
The New Tour B330 Series maximizes Tour Caliber Performance for highly skilled players with varying swing speeds.

5. Radar Golf System
The handheld receiver is tuned to listen for the signal from the ball. An LCD provides visual feedback and an audio tone allows you to hone in on your lost ball.

6. Bobby Jones Hybrid
Instead of designing hybrid clubs that look like standard irons, Jesse Ortiz philosophy takes advantage of the design of a fairway metal's low and deeper center of gravity, its wide bodied triangle of stability (TOS), and its versatile contoured sole.

7. Sun Mountain Speed Cart VI
With adjustable bag brackets, accessories tray with magnetic lid, bungee score card holder, updated pencil, tee and ball holders.

8. Clicgear Golf Push Cart 2.0
Precisely engineered to be the world's smallest three wheel golf push cart when folded.

9. GolfBuddy GPS Pro
Game management is made easier as you can customize your own target points and utilize the built-in score-tracking module.

10. Sonocaddie V300 Golf GPS
uses the latest GPS technology to provide the golfer with precise distance information from ant point on the course, and the best value of all personal GPS golf solutions.

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I know this great golf items are going to be hard to pass up, but remember Valentine's Day is coming up so check out my site for Valentine's Day gifts and romantic gifts.

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Sweet Valentine's Day Gift for Your Daughter - Hershey's Kiss Music Box

2010-02-06T14:54:00.000-05:00

This is a sweet gift and an excellent gift for a father to gift to a daughter.

The HERSHEY®'S KISSES® Daughter Music Box is the perfect little "kiss" with this Limoges-style collectible Heirloom Porcelain® music box. It's inscribed with "KISSES for My Daughter" and shaped just like the favorite classic candy.

A unique gift to share with a wonderful daughter.
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Mickey Mouse Roses - Yes, Mickey Mouse Valentine's Roses

2010-02-05T08:52:00.000-05:00

I just discovered these on the Disney Store - Mickey Mouse Roses!

These are red or pink roses with Mickey Mouse or pink Minny Mouse roses where you can add your own phrase like "I Love You"

I am not sure how long these have been around but for a Disney fan this could be the cat's meow or at least Mickey's sweetest smelling gift. Check out Mickey Mouse Valentine's Day Roses.

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The Erotic Heart Game - A Valentine's Gift that is Unique and Fun

2010-02-04T16:24:00.000-05:00

Ok first we don't normally feature racy or sexy stuff on our blog or web site, but this is a tame and creative idea and I thought we would pass this gift idea along. The Erotic Heart Game.

First peak their interest with a lovely heart shaped box and then as they investigate further they will notice that their are over 100 little scrolls in the box.

Once they take one of the little scrolls out and read it they will understand that these are passionate challenges to share with your partner. Each romantic challenge offers something new, exciting and fun.

And with over 100 challenges, this is a Valentine's gift that at around $10 is worth it. :)

Have fun and happy Valentine's Day.
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Valentine's Day Gift for Golfer and Tee-rific Lovers

2010-02-04T12:59:00.000-05:00

Interesting, fun and all about Valentine's Day.

The Tee-rific Lover Valentine's Day gift is the perfect for the golfer in your life, well as long as that golfer is in your love life that is.

That is because these golf balls come with romantic sentiments and witty word play that is sure to let any golfer know just how much you love them.

We found these Valentine's Day golf gifts to be a real hit on and off the course. So check them out at Personal Creations! Visit our site for Valentine's Day gifts and romantic gifts.

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Personalized Romantic Novel - Place Them in the Story

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Is she or he a fan of romance novels? Intrigue? Adventure?

Well then consider putting her or him in the action with a personalized novel based around them. Yes, they get to be the heroine or hero in a romance novel, murder mystery or other themed novel. Book by You is the leader in personalized romance novels and offers a wide variety of books for you to choose from.

This makes a unique and interesting Valentine's gift for both of you as you never know how the story might end or the evening for that matter.

If you have someone who like Twilight, romance novels, mysteries or is an avid reader than this might just be the right Valentine's gift for them.

And if you have never considered a personalized novel, getting one is easier and you can have it in time for Valentine's Day.

1. Choose a book or theme that you like.
Fierce Moon, Racing Hearts, Vampire Kisses, ER Fever and more
2. Complete the Questions about your Loved One
3. And complete the order

While this is a great Valentine's Day gift they also have teen and kids books that make great birthday gifts too.

Learn more about Personalized Romance Novels and if you need more ideas for Valentines Day check out our Valentine's Day gifts and Romantic Gifts.

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Use a Message in a Bottle to Create Intrigue, Romance and Adventure

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A Message in a Bottle is not just a great song by the Police, but it is a great way to add mystery and intrigue to your sweetheart on Valentine's Day.

Whether you make your own Message in a Bottle of buy one, you'll quickly realize it is a gift that surprises and causes a stir.

So why is there such interest when someone receives a message in a bottle? Well it is often surrounded by what lay inside the bottle. The anticipation and hope of a message of love, an announcement of a tropical vacation or just a confirmation that you will always be together is inspiring.

If you are in a relationship and wanted to share your true thoughts but where just to afraid, then a Message in a Bottle may be a great way to tell that person that they hold the key to your heart.

If you have have finally saved up enough money to take her on a romantic cruise or tropical vacation that a Message in a Bottle is a clever way tell them your going on a wonderful vacation.

And if you just want to say "I Love You" all over again, a Message in a Bottle makes a heart warming Valentine's Day gift.

And if don't have time to make your own bottle, don't worry you can create your own Message in a Bottle for Valentine's Day in about 15 minutes.
1. Just select a Message in a Bottle style you want!
2. Choose your Message from over a 600 personal pre-written messages or write your own!
3. Enter shipping and billing information - And the rest is Taken Care Of!

So whether you use a Message in a Bottle to confess your love, plan a romantic getaway or just to remind her there is no one in the world more important than her you are sure to get a reaction that is sure to be remembered for Valentine's Days to come.

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Sexy and Creative - Valentine's Lingerie that Looks Like Roses

2010-02-02T12:11:00.000-05:00

I saw the Long Stem Lovin' Low Rise Thong Bouquet - One Dozen Roses and said this is cool and sexy.

If your woman wears thongs and enjoys creative gifts then this is one of the most creative rose gifts ever and both you and her will be happy with the results. Creative and sexy lingerie who doesn't love that!

If your not sold on the roses thong idea they have also packaged 6 lace thongs in a lovely heart which sends a naughty and nice message, but most of all she know that you are thinking of her.

We found both of these creative lingerie gifts at Bare Necessities. Check out their Valentine Shop now.

Check our Hot Shop for more Valentine's Day Lingerie.

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Love is Like a Fine Wine - Unique Wine Options for Valentines Day

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While some may prefer Champagne and strawberries for Valentine's Day, I prefer a smooth red wine. Wine makes a great Valentine's Day gift and we found some unique wine items just for you. Please note that wine cannot be shipped to KY, UT, MD and PA based on their state laws.

If you are looking for a fine wine and a wine gift packs then check out Wine.com's Valentine's Day offerings where you'll find most items between $39.99 and $89.99. Here is a sample:
Tour de France Wine Gift Pack
Zinfandel Wine Romance Gift Basket
Wine & Godiva Chocolate offerings
And various Wine & cheese gift packet.

These other Valentine's Day wine gifts are all about the presentation and give you a chance to express yourself with a Valentines message but also a nice wine.

Personalized Wine allows you to choose from a dozen labels that can be personalized by you. Personalized Wine is know for producing private stocks, corporate wine reserves and wine for special occasions.

The process is easy choose from a dozen different wine labels, choose your wine and complete your order. And you can personalize 1, 3 or a case of wine for your Valentine! Learn more about Personalized Wine.

Personalization Mall is offering whimsical designs of personalized bottles of wine for Valentine's Day. The official term is Personalized Wine Art and they come in three styles; Be Mine, I Love You and XOXO and two lines in which you can add a personalized message.

These personalized wine gifts run just over $70 and they also have a variety of wine glasses and accessories that can be personalized.

Personal Creations offers more whimsical wine designs for around $70. One of their best sellers is the Be Mine Wine which is show here. The design is a little bolder and fun. The Balloon Wine glasses go well with this gift.

They also have a Love design too, in 2 designs. One Love design includes a whimsical heart and the other boldly states LOVE on the bottle. Visit Personal Creations to check them out.

These wine gifts make a great gift and are sure to bring a smile to those you give them to, but we also know that saving money can bring a smile to your face. So please check our coupon codes page to see if you can save money on a great Valentine's Day gift.

Note some coupons may only be valid for full price items.

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