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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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Kris Kringle Gift Ideas

TellMeAGift — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 01:41:57 +0000

It’s less than a month until Santa comes to deliver all his gifts, but if you haven’t done your shopping yet (like us) then don’t stress because there are still plenty of shopping days left, and worse case scenario you can go for a mad dash for presents on Xmas Eve (not that we would recommend that).

The first of our presents to buy this year is the work “Kris Kringle” gift, or “Secret Santa” depending on where you’re from.

Kris Kringle don’t need to be anything fancy, just a little gesture to show you care. Normally you don’t want to spend more than $10-$20. So what can you possibly buy when you don’t have much to spend?

If your Kris Kringle is for a female than it’s easy – simply go for jewellery, body pampering products (ie Bodyshop), or some kind of cute fashion accessory. To help you decide think about the jewellery and accessories you normally see this person in and base you decision on that.

If you don’t think you’re Kris Kringle is much of a girly girl then other options that always work a treat are books, alcohol or DVDs.

For the guys it is best to keep it simple. Alcohol, books and DVDs will also work and they will also appreciate gift certificates. Consider a gift certificate for the movies, an iTunes voucher or an electronics store.

At the end of the day if you know a little bit about the person you can base your gift on this, but if you don’t know them that well than the above Kris Kringle gift ideas will work a treat.

Good luck shopping and if you need any advice for your Kris Kringle gift then please send your questions in!

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Yummy Easter Recipes

TellMeAGift — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 09:33:19 +0000

There’s only a couple of days left until Easter but don’t panic because with Easter there is no need for any big extravagant gifts (although the kids never mind a stuffed Easter bunny), no the focus of Easter is quite simply chocolate!

But how about making your chocolate gifts a little bit special this year. Rather than going to the shops an buying a stack of Easter Eggs that all taste the same and won’t all get eaten how about making some special treats for yourself.

A favorite site of mine is taste.com.au, this has recipes for all the Easter goodies you could imagine. From Hot Cross Truffles to Choc-a-Bloc trifle recipes if you make these delights you a sure to keep everyone happy and full of chocolate this Easter!

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What to gift right now: The Lost Symbol

TellMeAGift — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:36:39 +0000

In case you haven’t heard the latest book by Dan Brown, The Lost Symbol, is out and is sure to be on everyone’s gift wishlist. This book is the sequel to Dan Brown’s other bestsellers The Da Vinci Code and Angels and Demons and if it is even half as good then it is sure to be brilliant. So get out and get this for someone now.

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The Top Ten MP3 Players to Gift

TellMeAGift — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 08:00:33 +0000

The MP3 player has become the classic gift to get for just about anybody. MP3′s make a fantastic gift for the music lover or if you add a personalized playlist it can also be a cute gift for your crush or loved ones as well. So what are the best MP3 players to get? Keep on reading to find out.

1. The Apple iPod Touch

Okay so this may seem obvious, but the iPod Touch really is the best mp3 player around. Not only does it hold a whole tonne of music but you can watch videos on it and its fun and easy to use as well. If you want to get the best just get this one.

2. SanDisk Sansa Fuze

For those of you who aren’t so into iPods or don’t like using iTunes then the Sansa Fuze is for you. The Fuze may even be better than the iPod it just doesn’t come with the cool and hip factor. The Fuze has great music quality and it comes with a couple of extra features like an FM radio that you can record from, an external mic and a microSD card.

3. Apple iPod Nano

Now don’t be fooled by the size of these because they can still pack a punch. While these might not be quite as cool as the iPod Touch they are much easier to carry around. If the gift recipient is after something they can take to the gym with them and that comes in pretty colors too, then this is the gift for them.

4. Coby MP3 Player

If you’re after an mp3 player without the hefty price tag than go for the Coby. While it may not look as funky or be as fancy as some of the other mp3s it still does the job. It holds a fair amount of music and has good sound quality. The Coby is very good product at a very low price (currently only $40 from Amazon.com).

5. Archos Internet Media Tablet

Now this isn’t just any old mp3 player, this is more like a media centre at your fingertips. Take it wherever you go and you can watch movies on its wide screen, get WiFi access and a whole heap of other cool things you didn’t even know you needed. I may have said the iPod was the best for mp3s but this is a whole lot more.

6. Zune Video MP3 Player

Apple’s biggest competitor is Microsoft’s Zune. This has all the cool features you want in an mp3 player plus it has exclusive Zune radio channels, wireless sharing, access to videos, movies and is compatible with the Xbox 360. It also has a heap of other features that you’ll need to check out too. This is no doubt a wishlist item.

7. Sony Walkman Video MP3 Player

If you’re giving your mp3 player to someone who’s after something a little easier to use then go for the Sony Walkman. It has great sound quality, is slim and holds a long battery life, it just doesn’t have some of the bonus features that comes with your fancier mp3 players. A great gift though none the less.

8. Creative Labs Zen MX MP3 Player

This mp3 player comes with all the features you’ll need: sounds quality, battery life and a range of formats. It also comes with an SD card that makes it easy to transfer your music around. A great mp3 player with all the features and not as pricey as some of the other models.

9. Apple iPod Shuffle

Sometimes all you need is some music. The iPod Shuffle might not have any other features but it has all you need and that is some pumping beats. This is great if you just want to carry something light (this is super tiny) but beware it can get a little annoying if you can’t find the song you want to hear.

10. Mozaic LX

This mp3 player makes the list because it is so cheap and it looks quite pretty too. This would make a great gift for a little girl or for when you just want a little stocking filler but it is not as good as some of the other mp3s around.

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Cheap Wedding Gift

TellMeAGift — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 05:39:34 +0000

Weddings can be expensive events for everybody involved, including the guests. So while you may want to show the newlyweds how happy you are for them, you want to do so without going bankrupt in the process. Luckily many couples these days register for gifts. Have a look at what has been registered and hopefully they have listed some inexpensive items that you can afford. If on the other hand there is no register there is still some wonderful wedding gifts that you can get for the bride and groom that can be cheap.

My first bit of advice to you is to get creative. Are you good at sewing, painting or cooking? If you can sew than you could make some pillow cases with their names on it or a quilt, whatever you are good at making I’m sure would make a beautiful gift. Likewise if you are good at painting you could paint the couple a portrait or a fine piece of artwork for their home, use your imagination this kind of gift would probably mean more to the couple then something you just bought from a store anyway.

If cooking is your talent then you could make some tasty jams/sauces/dips/chocolates and find some pretty containers to put them in and just present them in a nice basket with ribbon, it will look like it cost $50+ but you could get away with spending around $20. You could also add in some little extras like cu tlery, l ittle bowls, whatever you can find.

Don’t despair if you can’t make anything as there is still cheap things you can buy. You could find a nice photo frame and put a picture of the happy couple in there. Alternatively you could put a romantic poem inside the photo frame if you don’t have any photos of the couple.

Another cheap wedding gift idea is a bottle of wine or scotch that will age well and include this with a note saying that they should share this on their 10th or 20th wedding anniversary. You could also find some inexpensive champagne flutes or any other type of glass or tableware. A vase is another good gift idea for a wedding that doesn’t need to cost too much.

Another idea is to get a book about love or filled with romantic poems. Any type of keepsake gift is good, and maybe scribble your own little note in there.

To try and save some money why don’t you also have a look around markets and second-hand stores. Sometimes you can find some real bargains at these places and yet they will look like they are worth a lot more. Also you may even have some glasses or an old vase around your place that you no longer use but is still in great condition to give as a gift.

Whatever you do get it is the thought that counts and the couple will just be grateful to have you there to celebrate their special day with them. The gift that you do give should show that you are happy for them, and when it comes to wedding gifts its not about how much you spend it’s about the thought and the sentiment you put into it.

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TV Shows that Make Great Gifts

TellMeAGift — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 04:28:46 +0000

Giving a TV show box set for a gift these days is very popular. Some TV shows now are better than movies and the bonus is that they entertain for hours longer. TV shows also make great gifts as you can choose how much you want to spend and there is a TV show out there for everybody. So what are the best TV shows on DVD? And who are they best to gift to? Well keep on reading to find out.

1. Dexter

Dexter is the show that everybody is talking about right now, and if you know someone that hasn’t seen this yet you need to get it for them so they can discover its brilliance for themselves. The Dexter DVDs would be best to gift to your brother, boyfriend or even your girlfriend (hey Dexter is hot!). Just don’t give this as a gift to anyone who is a bit squeamish or can’t handle the suspense.

2. Gossip Girl

All the girls are gossiping about Gossip Girl right now. Full of romance, angst and ridiculously beautiful people this show is a great gift for young females.

3. True Blood

Hot on everyone’s lips right now is the new HBO show True Blood. This show is saucy and sexy and not recommended for those who don’t do well at the sight of blood, for everyone else though this show is a must see.

4. Flight of the Conchords

Flight of the Conchords is a quirky little show about a two-man novelty band from New Zealand who find the funny things in everyday life and often sing about them too. This show is hilariously entertaining and would be a great gift for anyone who likes unique shows or just enjoys a good old laugh.

5. Transformers

This is not the movie Transformers with that geeky guy and hot girl, this is the original cartoon series created 25 years ago. This show would be a great gift to give to children or even to the adults who can remember fondly watching it themselves all those years ago. Definitely recommended.

6. Planet Earth

Planet Earth is the most amazing wildlife/nature show that anyone will ever see. This show films and educates on some of the most splendid regions and habitats around the globe. This really is a beautiful show and would be recommended for anyone who loves documentaries or who just loves to sit in wonder at some of the amazing life forms that exist on this earth.

7. Sex and the City

This show is the single girls bible and it will be watched over and over again. Trust us every adult female out there doesn’t just want to have this show, but she needs it. So if she doesn’t already own this show, it would definitely make a great TV show gift on DVD.

8. Seinfeld

Seinfeld is one of the best TV shows on DVD and even though it is about nothing it will surely have you laughing about something and yada yada yada this show will make a great gift for just about anyone.

9. Red Dwarf

This show is an absolute classic yet still as funny now as it has ever been. The complete series of Red Dwarf would make a great tv show gift for science fiction geeks, cool kids or anyone who enjoys a bit of BBC comedy.

10. The Office

Anyone who has worked in an office will be able to relate to this show and have themselves a good giggle. This TV show would make a great gift for those stuck in a cubicle all day or for anyone who gets a good laugh out of Steve Carell’s comic genius.

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What to get a geek?

Graduation Gift Girlfriend

TellMeAGift — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 09:19:42 +0000

If your girlfriend is about to graduate you probably want to get her a special gift to help her celebrate and remember this important occasion. The graduation gift for your girlfriend will mark the start of a new stage of her life and is therefore very symbolic. The gift you choose however will depend on your budget, how special you want to make the gift and maybe even the career direction your girlfriend is about to take.

If you are on a budget there are plenty of things you can get. What about a commemorative photo frame or a frame with a personalized message or poem on it. You can also get her a new diary or graduation keepsake box or maybe even some sugary treats or a pampering gift.

If you have a little bit more money to spend then there are some special gifts that you can get. One very popular gift to get a female college graduate is a beautiful piece of jewelry. You can get her a necklace or pendant, ring or even a bracelet or watch. If you wanted to make the piece extra special you could even get it engraved. Some career industries even have their own symbols which you may want to get on your item of jewelry. For example you can get a nurse’s serenity prayer on a pendent if your girlfriend is a recent nurse graduate.

Some other gift ideas that your girlfriend might love for her graduation would be a bonsai money tree for prosperity; a new designer bag to make an impression on her first day of work or you could even just take her on a shopping spree so as she can get something new to go to interviews with. If none of the above ideas appeal to you my suggestion is to get her a bunch of the prettiest flowers you can find and take her out to the finest dining establishment in your area. Don’t forget to tell her to dress up and celebrate her achievements in style, and of course to crack open the champagne.

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Graduation Gift Boyfriend

TellMeAGift — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 06:59:59 +0000

Your boyfriend’s graduation is an important event so you probably want to do something special to commemorate the occasion. What you get him though will depend on how grand a gesture you want to make or on the type of career that you boyfriend is about to enter into.

If you want to get a graduation gift that will really spoil your boyfriend my first suggestion would be a brand new iPod Touch or a blackberry to start his new business life with. Another great gift to spoil your boyfriend would be a new digital camera so that he can take photos on his special day that he can keep for a lifetime. A designer watch is another great gift as it can show his new status in life.

If however these gifts are not in your budget (you may still be a uni/high school student yourself) then don’t despair because there are many cheaper graduation gifts out there too. What about a personalized photo frame so that he can proudly remember his special day. Another idea is getting a teddy bear or autograph book so that your boyfriend can get all of his college friends’ signatures.

A couple of other cool ideas are a leather portfolio to keep his important documents in; a new pen with his name engraved on it; a graduation keepsake box or a graduation gift hamper full of luscious treats. You may also want to get a personalized gift depending on the industry your boyfriend is about to get into. For example for an IT graduate get a USB flash drive or something technology related; get a business graduate something for their new office surroundings or get a medicine student a new pen to start writing out scripts. And most importantly of all don’t forget that the best graduation gift that you can get for your boyfriend is to celebrate with him and make him feel proud for all that he has accomplished.

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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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