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Gifts for the chocolate lover
For the chocolate lover and reader For the chocolate lover who also loves a little taste of history and reading, go to your local bookstore or hop on the internet and order a few books relating to the history of chocolate (there are tons). Throw in a few chocolate-related classics also, like Chocolat and Charlie…
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Eek! Picking the right gift is stressful
There is nothing natural, kind or welcoming about shopping season. Are the deals spectacular? Is the hysteria and flood of eager and irate shoppers worth it? When shoppinggoes wrong… Yes, holiday shopping can be a fun, exciting experience. But buyer beware: Nightmares can occur. Here are five common but horrific things that can happen while…
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Creative cake servers
Santa cake plate Show your holiday spirit with a Santa cake plate. It’s fun, festive and, most important, functional. And if your cake recipe is delicious enough, maybe Jolly Old St. Nick will make his way through the chimney to grab a slice! Aluminum cake server Do you love a little bling in your life?…
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Gifts that make a difference
Hand-woven silk scarf This handmade graphite scarf is woven from hand-spun silk by a woman in Madagascar. It’s classy enough to complement any outfit, and it’s something any woman would be thrilled to wear. Impoverished women all over the world work with Eternal Threads to use their crafting skills to provide for their families. Your…
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Gifts for the app-obsessed
Stock up on the essentials Apple essentials has put together a package of their most popular games that will immediately turn any touch device into an extreme gaming station. The apps include simulators, word puzzles, role-playing, virtual sports and skill-builders for a well-rounded assortment of fun. Look for favorites like Fruit Ninja, Plants vs. Zombies,…
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Best nonstick cookware pieces
Bakeware Make homemade cookies, cakes, brownies, bread and muffins with ease with nonstick bakeware. Dusting the whole pan (and yourself!) with flour will become a thing of the past, and you’ll be able to make perfectly baked goods with minimal cleanup. Knives For perfect slicing for every ingredient in your recipe, a nonstick knife will…
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Printable holiday pillow boxes
Template included! Make your own festive pillow boxes Add a personal touch to your holiday gifts with this beautiful, unique and fun pillow box everybody will love. Not only is the box simple to put together but it’s also an inexpensive way to give your loved ones a gift this holiday season without emptying your…
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Funny gifts for the clean freak
Desk organizer The clean freak keeps a neat desk space, with a place for everything and everything in its place. At first glance, this small desktop organizer looks like a little piece of modern art. The Butt Station desk organizer (BaronBob, $15) is cheeky without being too gross. It’s sure to put a smile on…
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5 Gift ideas for the pet lover
Dog lovers Dog lovers are the easiest to Christmas shop for — why? Because they’re happy and loyal no matter what you get them — just like their pets. When they’re not playing with you though, they deserve some relaxing. Everyone’s dog will be sure to love a new doggie hammock. Yes, hammock. There are…
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8 Gift ideas for the extreme couponer
Food saver If the extreme couponer in your life doesn’t have one of these yet, they should. Food savers make buying in bulk make sense, as they allow you to completely seal and suck all the air out of packages — making freezing bulk meats, nuts and more a cinch. Coupon binder Extreme couponers rely on…