The Koffski Wallet and Shoulder Holster

If your man has deep-seated fantasies of becoming a secret agent, here is something that will make him feel like he’s on top of his spy-game.  It looks like a shoulder-holster for firearms, but it’s really a holster for credit cards and keys.  The Koffski Wallet and Shoulder Holster combined are roomy enough to carry all of his essentials (wallet, phone and keys) in a new cool way.

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The Personal Soundtrack Shirt

We’ve all had moments when we walk out of a movie or concert and wish that we could have a soundtrack for our lives.  Gift your guy the gift of sound with this amazing t-shirt.  There is a speaker in the center of the T’s graphics that actually works and plays up to 20 programmable sound-bits via a battery-operated remote.

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The Krupps Beertender

Men like beer and every man wishes he could keep a keg of his favorite brew on tap.  This handy countertop beer dispenser allows you to give him the gift of his own draught experience – without breaking the bank or having to dismantle your kitchen.  This handy mini-keg dispenser keeps beer at the correct temperature for optimum taste. The Krupps Beertender is designed to work exclusively with the Heineken DraghtKeg, so if that’s his favorite brew then this is the gadget for him.

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The Personalized Grill Grate

If your man enjoys going outside to grill a few steaks, ribs and kabobs during his weekends, give him something awesome to grill on.  YM Custom Grates can create a grill with his name, monogram, favorite team or custom design.  The great thing is that even if you can’t afford a fancy gas grill, you can still get him a custom grate he’ll love since YM is able to customize grates for round charcoal grills as well!

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Custom Skins for His Favorite Electronics

If you have a guy who spends a lot of time playing or working with his electronic devices, consider designing him a custom skin for his favorite gadget.  Unique Skins allows you to manipulate a variety of backgrounds, add your own text, and download your photos to create a skin that will make his laptop, cell phone or gaming console distinctively his.

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The Airsoft Remote Controlled Battle Tank

The Airsoft Battle Tank is the perfect gift for any man who likes remotes, projectiles and camouflage.  While your man sits in the comfort of his patio chair, he can drive this 1/16th scale tank through the yard and shoot plastic Airsoft pellets at anyone trying to take over the neighborhood.  Be sure to read up on the features before you buy though so that you can be sure to get one with a rotating turret, multi-directional driving and a multi-frequency remote control so that he can battle with his friends.

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The RoboMower RL1000

Men have been waiting for this gadget ever since the first lawn-seed was invented.  This amazing contraption is a lawn mower that your man can program to automatically mow the lawn once a week.  It remembers the instructions and routinely starts itself up, so he won’t even have to remember to turn it on! It includes an anti-theft device so your neighbors can’t steal it, adjustable cutting blades, a mulching system and it can mow a yard up to a 1 acre in size.  The really great thing is, this mower has sensors on the bumpers so it won’t escape your yard or damage your shrubs (unlike your man).

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Noise Canceling Headphones

I don’t know if your guy is anything like my husband, but I know that all he wants is some piece and quiet.  It’s not that men don’t love us women, but sometimes we are just too noisy at the end of a long day.  Maybe your guy just wants to sit back and read a book without the distractions of boisterous kids and the sound of you chattering away to your mother on the phone.  As simple as a little quiet may seem, it is something that many men (and women) are lacking.  These headphones don’t just make music that only the listener can hear, they also control the amount of ambient noise that actually reaches his ears, allowing him to sit back and enjoy the quiet whenever he needs it.

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Wallet-sized Digital Photo Album

If your guy is one who loves to show off photos of his new gadgets, family and recent accomplishments to all of his friends then replace the plastic fold-out photo-holder in his wallet with this pocket-sized digital album.  The 1GB flash memory hidden within the leather cover holds up to 400 photos, MP3 and WMA files so he can look through photos and keep his favorite tunes with him wherever he goes.

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And coming soon to a dealer near you… The Persu Hybrid

Formerly known as the Venture One, the Persu Hybrid is the one Electric Hybrid that you will be able to convince your man to drive.  It looks cool, goes 0 to 60 MPH in approximately 6 seconds, and is a beautiful vehicle to look at.  Unfortunately, the Persu is not available for sale yet, but is predicted to be available to the masses sometime later this year.  Although a price has not yet been set for this vehicle, the 75 MPG fuel economy will automatically make this a sound and resource-minded purchase.  Plus, all of his friends will be really jealous.

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Regardless of what kind of gift you are looking to give the man in your life, as long as you keep his interests in mind instead of your own, you will be on the right track.  Luckily for us, men are pretty easy to figure out and as long as you aren’t afraid to think outside the “Candy, Card and Coffee Mug” box you will be able to surprise him with a gift that he will love.  Give him something original and from the heart and you will create a memory that he will keep for a lifetime.

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If you’re a man (especially a dad or granddad) then you probably get a fair few pairs of these every year. These can range from O.K. ordinary plain black or navy blue in 100% wool or cotton, to horrible man-made fabric pairs with nasty-looking Christmas snowflakes or pictures of Homer Simpson printed on them.

2. Gloves

The female equivalent of number 1. If you’re a mum or grandma then you can expect to receive at least one pair of these every Christmas. Again, the quality of these can vary enormously from good quality leather or sheepskin (which are, to be fair, useful) to hopeless (and extremely useless at keeping out the cold) pairs in bright red acrylic or vinyl.

3. Gift set of cosmetics or toiletries

Nothing says the person hasn’t bothered more than when you unwrap your gift and find one of those sets that cosmetic/toiletry manufacturers make every year especially for the Christmas market. If you’re a man, it’ll probably contain soap, aftershave, shower gel and maybe some masculine sounding moisturiser. If you’re a woman, it’ll contain bath oil or salts, perfume, some body lotion and (bizarrely) a scented candle.

4. A CD or DVD of seasonal songs/carols

Sounds like a good idea, doesn’t it? The person receiving it will open it on Christmas morning, load it into their machine and immediately invigorate their home with a happy and warm seasonal atmosphere. Not. Unfortunately, what will really happen is they’ll open it and put it with the other 20 they’ve received over the last few years and make (another) mental note to either take them to the charity shop or put them in a garage sale. Everyone has already been bombarded with these songs every time they’ve stepped into a shop during the run up to Christmas (which starts in August). They want to be spared them on Christmas day.

5. Bottle of port/liquor/champagne

When all else fails, give a bottle of something alcoholic. Well, it’s OK but it hardly shows much thought does it? Generally, on the run up to Christmas, most people have already ensured that their drinks cabinets are full to bursting so they don’t really need anymore. Also, when they’re opening their gifts of Christmas morning, the chances are they’ll be badly hungover, so a bottle of alcohol will be the last thing they want to see.

6. Tin of biscuits

Along with buying far too much alcohol, as mentioned in number 5, most people will have bought enough food to last 12 months, never mind the 12 days of Christmas. So, the last thing they want is even more food – and food loaded with sugar and chocolate too. Also, like number 3, the tin of biscuits has been put together for you by a company, so smacks of little effort by the giver. The manufacturer may have even stuck a vaguely seasonal image on the tin’s lid, which adds to the general feeling of lack of care.

7. ‘Comedy’ mug

These are given in their thousands, maybe millions, every year. Many will have some of the old, old comedy lines on them, such as the hilarious ‘I’m no mug’ or ‘It may look like coffee but its neat bourbon’. Hmm. Otherwise, they might have whatever character is currently ‘in’ stuck on the side (The Joker, The Hulk etc. etc.). If you’re really unlucky, they might play a little tune when you pick them up or even say something. Once again, seasonally themed ones add to the over all ‘no effort’ status of this gift.

8. Gift Token/Certificate

This could possibly be the worst of all gifts because it clearly shows that you haven’t even tried to find something, however unsuitable or tasteless, in the store. The giver has just walked up to the cash register and pulled out their money or credit card. OK, the receiver does have the opportunity of going out to buy their own gift but what if the store the token has been bought from is totally unsuitable? No wonder then, that in a recent British survey, it was shown that almost 25% of these gift tokens are never redeemed.

9. Scarves/Ties

These are a more general version of number 1 and 2. Scarves for women and ties for men. Whereas number 1 or 2 are usually given to a close relative, scarves and ties are usually reserved for distant relatives, neighbours or work colleagues. Why is this? What makes a tie more general than a pair of socks? Anyway, just like their sock and glove relatives, these can vary enormously from the passable i.e. a silk tie or a cashmere scarf (if you’re infinitely lucky) to the absolutely awful. I’m not sure who does worse here: the woman who receives a cheap scarf that will ‘bobble’ after a day’s wear or the man who has to suffer the hideous ‘comedy’ tie that is dangerously flammable.

10. A calendar for next year

Well, Christmas is over, swiftly followed by New Year. Time to put up at least one of the six calendars you received as presents. So, you hang one in the kitchen, one in the garage, one in the office, one in the conservatory, one in the – wait! That’s enough calendars! How many pictures of kittens, rainforests of the world, classic sports cars and capital cities by night do you really want to look at? Also, the horrible nature of the pictures aside, who really uses calendars these days? Don’t our phones, organisers, computers and diaries have then built in???

Merry Christmas!

Enjoy your Christmas shopping.

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My mom bought these steps for her elderly dog when he just couldn’t make it up to the bed anymore. So, it would be a great gift if your dog is aging or has arthritis. This would still be a great gift for young dogs too. A dogs toenails can damage and cause runs in linens when they jump from the floor to bed.

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If you don’t let your dog sleep in the bed with you, then this would make a great gift. My dog loves to drag his bed all over my house and disassemble it. This sturdy iron frame bed will put a stop to that and give your dog a luxury pad to call home.

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Small dog breeds are prone to getting chilly. If your dog gets cold, a dog themed blanket could make a great gift. It can also prolong the life of any of his favorite furniture spots. Just throw the blanket where the dogs favorite spot is and it will protect the underlying fabric from hair and toenails.

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I thought this was cute. It is a Christmas tree charm for a dog collar. I have seen them in the mall around Christmas time. Some are made of metal and can be engraved with any message or name. I figured they would be pretty expensive, but it didn’t cost anymore than an engraved tree ornament.

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Kill two birds with one stone. Collars wear out so quickly on an active dog. So, you will have to buy a collar anyway. Just wrap it up and let it be Christmas.

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There are a lot of options out there when it comes to self watering bowls. This one is too cute, but maybe a little impractical for a small home. You can find a compact self watering bowl that uses a two litter bottle… instead of the big jug pictured above.

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Have you ever seen dog long johns? I have bought several pairs of these and I will warn you that you need to make sure it comes with a “trap door.” The first pair that I bought was homemade from a flee market. I never noticed that they didn’t have a retractable “trap door” for potty time.

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Dog lovers cant seem to resist this one. If you want to keep your dog in style, then go with the whole outfit. You can find scarves, hats, boots, and sweaters at pretty much any local pet supply store.

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When you buy treats in bulk, it’s always a task to figure out what to do with all of them. This cute jar solves the storage problem and my pooch always knows when its time for a treat. When the lid opens, it barks “yummmmmm” and then “trrrrrrrrreat.”

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I have never seen a cat hammock before, but it looks interesting. Cats like to be off the ground, but I am not sure if they would like a hammocks instability. If anyone has used this or has any details about it, please add them in the comment section.

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A cat box is a must for an inside cat. I love the hidden cat box idea. I am always struggling to find a spot that the cat can get to, is not near any thing that it would contaminate, and is still out of sight. The second cat box is a stylish version for all those chic cat owners.

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This beaded cat collar, complete with jingle bell, will make a great gift. However, if any of you have priced these at flee markets or on the internet, then you know they can run $50.00-$80.00. No worries, though. Here is a link that shows you how to make it yourself. The collar will just be even more special with the love and labor you put in to it (not to mention the saved money.) Beaded Kitty Necklaces

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What cat doesn’t love a good toy? This toy is simply awesome. The rope center serves as a cat scratch- that will preserve your furniture. The outside ring is depressed and has a semi fixed ball. The ball can not be taken out, but is free to spin around the circle.

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This is such a cute bowl for a cat. It is shaped like a fish and is made of heavy ceramic. Cats love to paw at stuff. Food bowls are not an exception. Nothing is worse than getting tuna cat food in the grout of a ceramic floor. The heavy weight of the ceramic and odd shape makes it difficult for the cat to turn it over.

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Just like with the dog treats, it is often hard to find a place to store cat treats. My cat treat jug says a loud “meoooooooow,” when I open the lid.

It’s the same with weddings. I can not tell you how many invites I have to friends, family, and even casual acquaintances for their second or third trip down the isle. Again, used to be that engaged couples only registered for gifts if it was their first wedding. Instead, I have friends that are just as invested in life and their home as I am sending me invites to buy them a new Kitchen Aid when mine is on its last leg itself.

Of course, then I get a house warming invite from someone on their fifth home. When did people start throwing house warming parties for their fourth house? Its called move your old stuff into your new house….or buy your own new stuff! This one I just refuse to even consider. The invite immediately meets my trash bag.

Christmas is right around the corner and I have grown to dread it. What ever happened to putting coworkers names in a hat, drawing a name, and buying a five or ten dollar gift? Oh no, now the names still go in a hat, but for a fifty dollar gift. I feel like an egg sucking dog not to participate, but I have a child to buy for. Since having my daughter, I don’t spend fifty dollars on my parents for Christmas. So, why would I spend it on a coworker?

The above gift obsession is trickling down to our kids too. My niece was just invited to a sweet sixteen party and my sister in law actually forked out a hundred dollars on the birthday gift off “the list.” Since when do sixteen year olds or anyone else register for birthday gifts?

Call me cheap, a party pooper, or anything else, but I just don’t get it and I am tired of doing it.

Lunch at a Local Tea Room

This is a gift that will be long remembered. Plus, you can enjoy it along with your friend. Schedule lunch at a local tea room and indulge in the array of freshly brewed teas and warm scones that arrive at your table on pretty trays. Instead of rushing through lunch, spend several hours sipping tea and talking about old times. The atmosphere and good conversation will relax and inspire the both of you.

Tea of the Month Club

This is a gift that keeps on giving month after month. Do a Google search for “tea of the month club” and choose from a variety of companies that offer this service. Each month your lucky recipient will receive a shipment with a different tea to try. It’ll be like Christmas every month!

A Flowering Tea Gift Set

A flowering tea gift set consists of a glass teapot along with a teas leaves that have been picked and sewn into small bundles. When these bundles are placed into the glass teapot along with hot water, the tea petals bloom into a gorgeous flowering arrangement. Who wouldn’t enjoy a pot of tea that’s both tasty and beautiful to look at?

Tea Cozies

Tea cozies are padded cloth coverings placed over a cup of tea to keep it warm. Some are made of beautiful quilted fabrics and add a homespun touch to a cup of hot tea. You can also buy tea cozies designed to cover an entire teapot and keep it warm.

An Artistic Teaspoon

What tea lover wouldn’t appreciate an artistic teaspoon for stirring their favorite beverage? Choose one in sterling silver or a spoon that’s been decorated with artistic touches such as small gemstones or beads. You can even make a special teaspoon for a tea lover by wrapping a plain tea spoon with wire and beads or gluing on pretty crystals and gemstones. This type of one of a kind gift is sure to be appreciated.

If you can’t decide among all the gifts for tea lovers, build a tea lover’s basket and combine a variety of tea items into one beautiful presentation. Imagine how your friend’s eyes will light up when she see your basket creation .You’ll never be at a loss for what to buy a tea lover again.

Calculate their actual age according to their birthday. So, if your leap year friend is turning 20, they are actually 5 years old (they have only had 5 official birthdays) – get it?

Go to your local toy store and shop accordingly – grab finger paints, legos etc. to celebrate your friend’s perfect fifth birthday!

Share these fabulously unique gift ideas with your friends and family so that Mother’s Day will be a more enjoyable ocassion for every mom! Happy Mothers’ Day!