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40th Birthday Gift Ideas for Men

TellMeAGift — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 09:12:50 +0000

Life begins at forty, or so the saying goes…

While most men cease to observe their birthdays long after they’ve turned thirty, hitting the big 4-0 is a marker of how far a man has come in his life. This deserves some commendation, a time for a man to sit back and reflect on the fact that while he’ may not be a young stud any more, he’s no old man either, but a mature adult in his prime. So what better way to celebrate than by giving him something special to commemorate this meaningful and poignant event? Here are some 40th birthday gift ideas for men:

Is this 40 year old the outdoorsy type? How about giving him grilling tools? There are wonderful cuisine sets, cooking tools, pans and other grilling accessories that will excite the man who loves a good backyard barbecue. These tools come either as three-piece sets or in kits; they are usually made of stainless steel with wood or rubber handles. Grilling tools are convenient and useful, which is great as a lot of men love receiving utilitarian things. One popular example is the Mr. BBQ 18-Piece Tool set with Case

But what about men who lean more towards intellectual stuff like history and politics, I hear you ask? Historical documentaries, political videos and movies on war and the world are just the thing to make the man turning forty relax and revel in his interests. There are many items in this category, from George Washington’s life story to Discovery Channel DVDs, and people can buy videos that are specifically suited for the man they’re giving it to. Click on this link to find some great political and historical books and DVDs at amazon.com.

Or perhaps the man in question is the busy guy, whose schedule is always jam-packed? Massagers are bound to delight these fellas, as they offer them the opportunity to chill out and relax, even for just a little while. Back massagers, neck and shoulder massagers, heated massage chairs and handheld massagers are available in a range of designs and prices for the man who is in desperate need of some comfort. You might like to try the Back Revitalizer with Heat available at amazon.com.

A lot of men also love their drinks. Why not give him something beautiful to use for for when he goes to have that after-work scotch? There are crystal whisky tumblers, bottle openers, goblets, cocktail shakers, starter kits and many more bar accessories that will make mixing and sipping drinks more fun for men. Not only do these make fabulous-looking gifts, they can be engraved and personalized for the birthday man. Click here to check out a range of bar accessories at amazon.com.

If the man who’s turning forty is fond of gadgets and gets a thrill out of technology then a great gift for him could be something along the lines of automotive accessories like GPS and digital tire gauges, or media stuff like iPods and video cameras. Men who find it hard to resist anything modern will get a kick out of receiving these toys and will enjoy playing with them very much. If you’re looking for a video camera in particular, a popular one is the Flip UltraHD Video Camera.

Different men want and need different things. But don’t worry because there’s a great gift idea out there for each and every man. Anyone looking to make a guy’s next 40 years begin with a bang, by giving him something great, is sure to find it with these 40th birthday gift ideas for men.

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Firefighter Gift Ideas to Surprise Your Mighty Friend

TellMeAGift — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 09:50:39 +0000

If you’re thinking of the best present to surprise your firefighter friend with, you need to begin looking for firefighter gift ideas.

Firefighters are the unsung heroes of today’s society, they risk their own lives in order to save our lives and the lives of those we care about.

You don’t have to wait for a special occasion or for the holidays to show your gratitude for the dedication that your firefighter friend puts into their work. Thank you cards are great but why not also try a token to express your gratefulness?

Pick your choice and surprise your friend with any of these gift ideas:

Traction Cleats - Yaktrax Walker Traction Cleats for Snow and Ice

Every firefighter will tell you that the most dangerous part of their work is during winter season where ice or snow makes the roads and infrastructures slippery. They meet injuries due to accidental falls. If you want to ensure the safety of your friend while he is on duty, one of the best firefighter gift ideas is traction cleats. This item provides the brave hero a better protection against falls. The product is available in different sizes to fit any shoe size. Your friend will only have to slip them over his fire shoes and he is ready to meet the action.

Firefighter Wine Bottle Holder - Fireman Wine Bottle Holder

Another unique gift for your friend is the firefighter wine bottle holder. The product design features a fanciful firefighter with a hose ready to attack the fire. The bottle is hand-crafted from recycled steel materials. The intricate design may appear expensive, however it only costs $90. It can hold a single wine bottle that is about 12 inches in height. The present is especially suitable for firefighters who love to relax and share a glass of wine after their exhausting duty at the fire station.

Firefighter Clock - Firefighter fire man hero Novelty Wall Clock

Since firefighters should always be on time in rescuing people and properties, it is important that they have a reliable time keeper. Provide them a way to promptly perform their duties by giving them this colorfully printed wall clock. The pen face design comes with different illustrations of fire fighter symbols. The 11” gift item is made from wood for a more traditional design. Since the package comes with hardware for easy hanging, it can be used instantly in a home or office.

Hopefully these firefighter gift ideas can help you pick the most suitable gift item for your friend. When shopping, always consider the personality of your friend though – by doing this you can be sure that your surprise will be appreciated.

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Most Popular Gift 2011 – Apple iPad 2

TellMeAGift — Sun, 22 May 2011 02:35:00 +0000

There’s no denying that the item on the top of everyone’s wishlist this year is the Apple iPad 2!

For those who aren’t too sure what all the fuss is about – what is so good about the iPad 2?

Well where do we begin? First up the iPad 2 has forward facing and rear cameras (perfect for facetime); it also has a better process than the original iPad and it’s smaller now too. It also has a groovy new magnetic cover.

Sure there are other computer tablets that can do all the stuff that an iPad 2 can do, but let’s face it, none of them are quite as cool or as smooth and easy to use.

So if you are looking for a gift idea for a brother, sister, heck even your grandparents, then the Apple iPad 2 would have to be at the top of the wishlist.

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Unique Birthday Gift Ideas for Someone Special

TellMeAGift — Sun, 22 May 2011 02:19:00 +0000

Each year, birthdays come and go. This year make sure that you get a gift that will be remembered. Take a look at these unique birthday gift ideas.

A great, but inexpensive way to say Happy Birthday is to give the gift of a book that is birthday related. This is a great one for adults and kids alike:

For the person who enjoys sweets, then this is a great choice for a gift for them:

If it is that special 40th birthday, then you may want to take the time to get a capsule that has things from the particular year they were born:

For the health food junkie, you may want to get them a gift basket that is healthy for them. Here is a great choice:

To say I love you in a way that will last a lifetime, give the gift of flowers (but make sure they will never wilt). Although these may seem cheesy, they are sure to be loved:

While most of these gifts are not very expensive, you are sure to find that they are unique. This is a great way to ensure that they remember their birthday for many years to come.

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Gifts for Cool Geeks

TellMeAGift — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 08:07:06 +0000

Geeks are the new quarterbacks and so now when we buy them presents we want to impress them with our geeky prowess.

But if when you are not a geek yourself it can be hard to know what to get them (for instance a book of sudoku puzzles probably won’t impress the modern geek)!

So if you want to impress that geek friend of yours or maybe just want some cool new geek presents for yourself then here are some geek chic ideas for you…

Every geek likes to look cool so a great geek gift idea believe it or not is clothes, especially tshirts.

If the tshirt has writing on it then it better be clever and witty otherwise you will want a shirt that is uber cool with colours that will impress his or hers most geekiest of friends.

Another gift than any geek is sure to love is of course gadgets, just make sure that it is new!

An old iPod mini isn’t exactly going to be useful to someone who already has an iPhone, iPad and the latest iMac now is it?

So when thinking of cool gifts look for the latest camera, video game consoles or a USB that will hold a serious amount of data.

Then of course there are the gifts that will keep that geek being well, geeky. That is DVDs, book and games and anything else to keep their mind active.

Trying to decide which to give isn’t rocket science though, your geek will probably love to watch any of the latest DVDs that are out just ask the shop assistant and they will not just what to choose for you otherwise if you’re buying online pick a best seller and you won’t go wrong.

Of course this is just the start of what you can buy for you loving geek but if you want an more personal advice then leave a comment or chat to TellMeAGift Chat!

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Christmas Presents for Dads

TellMeAGift — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 04:31:04 +0000

Getting a gift for your father or for your father-in-law can be hard work especially because he already seems to have everything he could ever want or need. But like anyone there is always something that will tickle his fancy. The clichés you hear about men are generally true. They like their big toys and they like their beer and don’t mind a good game of golf. So here are some of the best gift ideas that you can get for your Dad this Christmas.

Anything golf related – Your Dad will love this Golf Launchpad Golf Simulator. No longer will your Dad need to pack up and go to the golf course when he can practice his swing in the comfort of his own home. Even if your Dad isn’t that into golf though this game is heaps of fun.

The latest toy – What is it with men always wanting the latest gadget or toy to show off to their friends? Well he will want to show off this Pioneer In Dash Car Multimedia Display System. It can play DVDs, CDs, MP3s and all that jazz and sits very nicely in the front of the car. This is much cooler than his old car radio.

Mmmm beer – There is nothing like some good old fashioned home-brewed beer. With this Mr. Beer home-brewing kit your Dad will be wanting to try this out right away like a kid on Christmas morning. Not only does it taste delicious but your Dad will be able to enjoy the whole beer making experience. This will make a great gift for your Dad or any man alike.

A slow cooking bbq – There’s nothing like a good barbecued meal. This Smoky Mountain Cooker will be able to give your Dad the privilege of an authentic smoke-house flavored meal at home. This is great for the Dad that likes entertaining outside or just enjoys a good smoked meal.

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Last Minute Father’s Day Gift Ideas

TellMeAGift — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 06:32:11 +0000

So with Father’s Day coming up this Sunday we thought we’d give some last minute gift ideas for those of you who have yet to hit the shops.

The easiest gift idea is a voucher at your Dad’s favourite store. If you don’t know what that store is then I suggest getting a voucher from a place like Bunnings (aka men’s heaven) or Myer or David Jones.

If you want to give a bit more of a thoughtful gift but are strapped for money then how about offering up some labour. Maybe your Dad needs some work done around the house, like cleaning gutters or doing some gardening. You could also offer to help him out with his car for a day.

If money is no objective then how about a day out golfing at your local golf course. Another idea you could organise is a day out with you and your Dad driving around in his favourite sports car for a day. Check out redballoondays for some great gifts.

Some other options you could go for are some new shirts (something classic like Polo Ralph Lauren); a new shaving set or electric shaver; some DVDs; or anything related to his favourite hobby. Your Dad might also like a new gadget, how about something new for his home theatre system. He might need some new speakers or a Tivo or if you’re feeling generous maybe a whole new TV. Another idea which never fails is joining him up to a monthly beer club or even just bringing along his favourite bottle of whiskey with you.

Hope this helps, HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!

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Father Gift Ideas

TellMeAGift — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 00:32:46 +0000

Trying to pick out a present for your dad can be really hard work. Fathers are fussy creatures and like most men already have all the things they want plus some. But there is always something that someone wants for. To help think of a gift idea for your father think about what it is that your dad likes to do. Is he a fix it man? Does he always have a little project going around the house? If the answer is yes then how about getting your dad a handy new set of tools to make those house jobs a bit easier. Maybe also some new gardening gear would be for him.

If your dad isn’t so much the home handy man than he will probably like the latest handy gadget to get the job done for him. What about getting him a GPS system for his car, a solar powered charger for his gadgets or a new smartphone to keep his life organised. Your dad then might also be into the latest adult toys and appreciate a new MP3 player, video game console or video camera.

Your dad might also be into his food and drinks in which case how about getting him a beer tap or a subscription to a beer or wine club which will send him his favourite drop for a year. He might also be into entertaining so how about getting him some tools to use his barbecueing skills with.

Another great gift idea for fathers is most things sports related. Is your dad a football man? How about getting him season tickets at your nearest sports stadium? Or if your dad is into golf he might like some new golf gloves.

If your on a budget why not just get your dad a new book or DVD? Just get him a book or a DVD that relates to his interest (for example if he likes cars then get him the Top Gear DVD). Or if you can’t decide get him one of the latest dramas that is out, maybe he would like Mad Men or Sopranos. But most of all remember to tell him that he’s the World’s Greatest Dad.

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10 Hottest Gifts For Him

TellMeAGift — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 08:47:46 +0000

With a little help from the men in my life I’ve gathered here the hottest gift items that are on every man’s wishlist.

1. Xbox 360 Pro Game System

The Xbox 360 is every man’s dream gift (whether they’ll admit to it or not). But it doesn’t just play video games it also integrates high-definition video, DVD movie playback, digital music, photos, and online connectivity.

2. Bally Men’s Reggent Sneaker

Every guy needs a pair of cool kicks and these are the coolest. With these on he’ll be able to dance the night away in style.

3. Mini Kegerator Refrigerator & Draft Beer Dispenser

This awesome mini keg brings the pub to you with bar quality beer right from your very own kitchen.

4. Nooka Zot Al Black Watch

Ok so it may take you a little while to figure out how to read the time on this watch, but hey it looks cool and that’s all that matters.

5. Panasonic ES8228S Men’s Linear Vortex Nano Arc Foil Shaving System

Shaving every day can get tedious so why not make it quicker and easier with this electronic razor. With 13,000 strokes per minute, achieving a clean shaven look is no problem.

6. True Blood: The Complete First Season (HBO Series)

This is the hottest show right now and it has all the ingredients that guys want to see: violence, mystery, vampires and most important of all boobs. Definitely a great gift.

7. Mad Science Bartending Set

This is one mad bartending set. He can play the role of mad scientist mixing up intoxicating concoctions. Or even if he doesn’t use this it will still make a great talking piece on its own.

8.DSI DigiMemo L2 – Letter Size [8.5" x 11"] Digital Notepad 32MB

This notepad is great for him to be able to capture notes, ideas, sketches, drawings and flowcharts and all without the need for a scanner. A great gift for students or corporate types.

9.Body Solid 300 lb. Steel Grip Olympic Plate Set with Chrome Bar

Looking good is important and with this plate set and bar he’ll have the strength of superman in no time. This will save him money on the gym and make a fantastic gift for the man in your life.

10. Kodak Zi8 HD Pocket Video Camera

This is the coolest camera out there. No only does it look sleek and sexy but it has an inbuilt USB so no more fuss over lost cables. Plus it already has built in software so making his youtube debut has never been easier.

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