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Thursday, October 22nd, 2009

So it’s Friday night and you’ve had a long week.It’s time to unwind with some friends and let loose.You can’t just have some friends over, serve them some French onion dip and call it a party.You require a full service wet bar, which is why we’ve got the broadway bar.It’s stylish and contemporary two-tier layout works well in any den or game room, plus the chrome finish and glass top make a statement.But you had better make sure the beer is cold.That’s not a problem with a beverage chiller that can chill a 12-16oz can in about 60 seconds.It’s perfect for when you need to make that beer run, but all they have are cases at room temperature.Its compact design is great for parties, RV’s, dorm rooms, boats, and especially tailgating. Your friends will love you even more if you break open the humidor and dish out some smooth-tasting cigars.But you wouldn’t dare keep your treasures stogies in just anything.Our personalized humidor will give you the feeling that you’re some important mob boss, unless of course, you already are.This humidor makes a great gift for retirees, birthdays, graduations, and weddings.

These are just a few gift examples for those who enjoy the finer things in life. Let us know if you have any other great gift ideas for the spirits and tobacco enthusiast.

http://www.cigar.com – Find nearly any cigar!

http://www.humidorvault.com/ – Elegant and traditional or sleek and modern, you can find the perfect humidor for you!

http://www.beer-wine.com/ – A great site on how to begin brewing your own beer or wine!

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Monday, October 19th, 2009

Do you like to do it yourself? If so, then you’ll love some our unique DIY products.Our solar powered shed lighting system will help you bring some light into your shed or garage without the need for an electrician.The super bright LED’s last for 5 hours on a single charge so you can wrench all night long if you want.A treehouse is a fun project to build to with your kids, but a Kids Crooked House will make them the envy of the neighborhood.This unique playhouse comes complete with a dormer and wacky angled walls and windows that you kids will love, and you will love it because it assembles in less than 30 min.A bit too much? Well then try some slightly easier DIY projects such as birdhouses, bedroom shelves for your beanie baby collection or a fire engine pedal car.Either way, DIY projects aren’t so much about the end result as the journey you take and the pride in building something yourself.

Here are a few other cool places to shop for the do it yourselfer.

http://www.rockler.com/ – Tools and plans for the avid woodworker

http://www.diynetwork.com/ – Great information on home improvement

http://www.refdesk.com/doitself.html – Excellent resource on nearly any type of DIY project

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Thursday, October 15th, 2009

So you’re not content just being a tech freak. No, you need something to impress your Apple fanboy buddies. A flexible illuminated keyboard will gain you some rep at your next LAN party when you’re up at 4am playing your favorite MMO-RPG. Or maybe you want to print out some pictures, but only have the 35mm negatives. The slide and negative to digital converter will ease your woes by scanning a negative or slide and transferring a 5MP image to your computer. Or maybe you should check out the NeatReceipts electronic receipt scanner so you don’t have the IRS on your back this year. The patented software works with business cards, receipts, documents, etc. Once scanned, it automatically placed the data into a spreadsheet. Then you can organize your receipts by expense category or vendor, prepare expense reports or export the data to other applications. Perfect for your business transactions with Office Depot, but not your trip to Vegas.

Here’s a few more sites that any great techie should be keeping an eye on. Happy shopping.

http://www.newegg.com/ – Great deals on everything computer related!

http://www.cnet.com/ – Read reviews and product descriptions on electronics!

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Monday, October 12th, 2009

Winter is coming and unless you’re headed to your second home in Florida, you need some hobbies, so we thought you should offer up a few suggestions to help you fend off boredom. Perhaps a detailed cross-stitch kit to keep you busy. RC cars and planes can also provide hours of wife-neglecting fun. Buy a balsa wood airplane kit and build your own airplane from scratch, or just get the Electric Mustang Airplane kit which comes pre-assembled with a battery, charger, and radio in the box. This way you won’t be so frustrated that you wasted countless hours and money when you crash into the ground. Better yet, buy an Escalade Remote Controlled Car and hook it up to your favorite Aerosmith playlist on your MP3 player. Your co-workers will never figure out who keeps playing Pink as you drive it around the office.

http://www.towerhobbies.com/ – The ultimate RC website!

http://www.hobbytown.com/ – Parts and accessories for you favorite RC toys!

http://www.hobbylobby.com/ – Sewing, scrapbooking, framing, and more!

What kind of hobbies to you take part in to help pass the time?

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Thursday, October 8th, 2009

Don’t know what mom and dad want for Christmas this year? Well, we’ve got some great nostalgic gifts that are sure to bring back “the good ‘ol days”. Something all old people remember are “talkies”, that’s movies to you and me. The flickering of the screen, the overpriced candy, and the fragrance of buttery popcorn are all yours with a retro popcorn popper. This popper makes up to a gallon of fluffy goodness per batch and it’s sure to bring back old memories.

Even if grandma doesn’t care for movies, she’s sure to love a retro radio designed to look just like the Crosley Companion radios of the 1930’s. The fine craftsmanship of this mini replica is sure to appease any audiophile with its full-range dynamic speaker and electronically assisted tuner. Or maybe you enjoy some easy listening music yourself and remember the days of vinyl records. Well then let the Crosley Traveler Stack O Matic Record Changer delight your ears with the rich, deep sound only vinyl can give.

Here’s a few sites that might give you some inspiration when looking for unique collectible gifts.

http://www.retrojunction.com/ – A great place to shop for that nostalgic gift!

http://www.victoriantradingco.com – Vintage clothes, books, jewelry and more!

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Monday, October 5th, 2009

So you never got around to having kids. No big deal since Fido is now the object of your affection. And of course he is, with his filtered water bowl, heated bed, and climate controlled pet carrier. All of this is a small price to pay for unrivaled home protection and unconditional love. You may have just gotten dumped, or killed somebody, but it doesn’t matter to Rover, as long as you’ll rub his belly and let him sleep inside rather than his high-tech, insulated, doghouse. You can bake a batch of muffins in a non-stick pan shaped like a bone for your next party just to show everyone how crazy-in-love you are with your dog. After all, you’ve got to waste your money on something, and it might as well be your pooch rather than your bratty nephew.

Here are you few links that will help you find some great gifts for your pet. Let us know you if you have any other super places you like to shop for your furry loved one.

http://www.pampermepuppy.com/ – Go overboard when it comes to pampering your pet.

http://www.petsmart.com/ – Anything you could ever need for your pet.

http://www.pampered-dog-gifts.com/ – Huge selection of dog treats and beds.


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Thursday, October 1st, 2009

Family trees are boring, so why not show your friends something as unique as you are? DNA11 is a company which takes your DNA and prints it on high-quality canvas. Order one for everybody in the family and hang them all together. Available in different sizes and colors, this “self-made” artwork will complement any room and tell people that you’re not just some schmo who likes Starry Night, just like everyone else in the world. Don’t worry about not being a vampire to extract blood for the DNA, a simple swab of your cheek will suffice for this artwork.

Also, teach your kids about the high tech, up-and –coming biomedical industry through an easy to use genetics kit. You can learn about how certain genes are expressed, how to breed bacteria for experimentation and you can build a DNA model. You’ll thank us when your kid wins a Nobel Prize.

http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/ – Learn about how genetics are important to our future.

http://www.howstuffworks.com/ – Understand how out genes work.

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Monday, September 14th, 2009

Sporting eco-friendly personal accessories is a true sign of your personality. We all know that it’s becoming ever more important to be aware of our earth and how we’re using her resources, so why not show that you’re already aware and taking action by being eco-friendly with your personal accessory purchases.

There are a couple ways to be eco-friendly when it comes to personal accessories. You could sport jewelry such as the Plant a Tree Bracelet where a certain portions of the sales go towards helping a conservations organization. And more obviously, you could purchase accessories that are made from recycled materials. A great example of this is the Pop Can Messenger Bag that has been hand crocheted from more than 1600 pop cans.

These are just a few off-the-cuff examples of how you can be eco-friendly with your personal accessories. Here’s a sort list of sites that have some great eco-friendly gifts:

Happy Hippie – They offer a great directory of place you can purchase eco-friendly jewelry.

Eco-Artware – (One of our personal favorites) Great jewelry pieces that have all been hand crafted from recycled materials.

EcoShopper - A blog that highlights some really great eco-friendly accessories.

Gifts.com – Offers a unique selection of eco jewelry.

If you know of any other sites with great eco-friendly accessories, make sure to let us know.

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Thursday, September 10th, 2009

Do you want to be the talk of your white elephant gift exchange this Christmas? Well, that’s not going to happen if you give out that toaster. What will really get them going is something off-beat, whimsical and unique. Maybe an autographed picture of the “Soup Nazi” from Seinfeld?

So maybe you don’t want to play “Would You Rather…” the board game with your family this year, but there are plenty of other comedy gifts that are sure to make everyone smile. A pen that gives the user a little shock, fake lottery tickets, and un-tearable toilet paper are just a few harmless gifts that will get the whole family talking. While these might not be the most practical gifts, they sure will get everyone in high spirits.

Take a look at some of these sites for great ideas on other comical products:

CoolProducts – No Soup For You!

SnorgTees – The funniest T-shirts out there.

SpencersOnline – Spencer’s Gifts has it all, from posters and hats to drinking games and lava lamps.

PrankPlace – The ultimate site for the ultimate prankster.

Let us know if you have any other great ideas for comedy gifts.

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Monday, September 7th, 2009

Spending at least 8 hours a day at your job can really drain the life out of you. You probably spend most of the day staring at a computer and the rest is spent looking for your pair of scissors that you lent out. But while some may crave an office with a window just to know what the weather is like, others want practical office solutions. Most people will tell you, don’t work harder…work smarter.

A business card scanner will keep the size of your wallet under control, a digital voice recorder will help you review what was just said in that meeting with the Bob’s and that desktop organizer will always have things handy. Organization is key, which is why you can never have enough bookshelves, filing cabinets, folders and paper clips.

Oh, so you’re already an organized neat-freak? Are you currently sitting in an ergonomic “Think Chair” that is made of 41% recycled material? Who says you can’t be comfortable while you work. Your back will thank you, not to mention the extra productivity you’ll gain just from being comfortable. Who knows, maybe you won’t mind coming to work.

Take a look at some of these sites for cool business gift ideas:

Lexmark – All of your printing needs.

CheapOfficeSupplies – Great deals on all office supplies.

OfficeDepot – Pretty much everything else you might need.

CoolProducts – The most comfortable chair you will ever sit in.

Can you think of some other great places to find unique business gifts?

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