Fun Gift Items!
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DCI
www.dcigift.com
Fun items make great gift exchange gifts or stocking stuffers! Most kids use some device where ear buds are needed . . . these have a fun look and still provide a needed function! Extremely well done!
- Favorite Features -
- we reviewed volume, dog and cupcake ear buds
- includes two sets of soft, silicone tips - standard for adults and small for children
- compatible with standard 3.5mm socket, mp3 players, laptops, PDA and portable gaming systems
Preteen "tweens" and even teen girls love lip gloss - these come in a fun "package" and make great gift exchange gifts or stocking stuffers! Extremely well done!
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- we reviewed cup cakes, sundaes with key chain and strawberry
In this day we all like to have reusable bags for carrying our groceries and other items - these fun bags fold up into small "balls" for easy storage and handy accessibility! Colorful and fun as well as functional these make a great gift exchange item or stocking stuffer! Tremendously well done!
- Favorite Features -
- we reviewed the bee, ladybug, frog, earth, cow and pig bags
- each unfolds to provide a bag for groceries, books or anything you like!
- includes a clip to fasten to wherever you like so you are always able to find your shopping bags
Signals
www.signals.com
Beautiful, exotic scarf allows you to dress up or add a unique touch to casual dress! Tremendously well done!
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- 10 bright, colorful, jewel-tone silk sari strips sewn together to make a scarf
- handmade from100% pure silk recycled saris
- measures 8" x 71"
Fun for gift exchanges or stocking stuffer! Extremely well done!
- Favorite Features -
- available in four colors - we reviewed black
- includes wash instructions
Just as people roll their eyes, this unique, fun gift is sure to get conversations rolling! Extremely well done!
- Favorite Features -
- includes batteries
- left eye marks the hour and right eye the minutes
This blouse would dress up jeans or just provide a comfortable look for nearly any situation! Comfortable and feminine this blouse is a nice touch to any outfit! Tremendously well done!
- Favorite Features -
- soft, neutral colors with a banded collar, button front, bell sleeves, and floral prints
- Lightweight, easy-fit tunic-length blouse with a lacy yoke and ruffle along the front placket
- available in sizes S(4-6), M(8-10), L(12-14), XL(14- 16), XXL(18)
Black, grey and beige webbing will go with nearly everything and while not too big, there is certainly enough room for anything you would need to carry along with you! Stylish, unique and it's purchase helps others - great combination! Extremely well done!
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- Handmade in India from surplus polyester seatbelt webbing
- fully lined interior with zipper pocket and cell phone pocket, a double-zip top closure, and double handles with 8" drop
- From Conserve India, a nonprofit organization that supports better lives for the poorest and a cleaner environment for all
Impressive blocks - quality and design are apparent! I love the unique style and while you might think of these only as a gift for a child, I think they would add a unique and fun touch to any room or office! The Chinese blocks we reviewed have the Chinese character on two sides, one side shows stroke by stroke how to draw that character, another has a picture/drawing of the item, another has a Chinese number and the final side has a portion of a puzzle of the land of China, it's flag and a dragon. Tremendously well done!
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- high quality, handcrafted wood blocks with embossed sides and beveled edges
- made in the USA - in Michigan - from kiln-dried basswood
- colored with nontoxic, child-safe inks
- each set includes 24-32 blocks (alphabets, numerals, and animal pictures) and measure 1 ¾" - you may choose Arabic, Chinese, Danish, Dutch, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Norwegian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Japanese, or Korean. We reviewed Chinese
A small wooden globe puzzle - great gift for someone with an office! Unique and fun - I really like the relief print of each continent! Extremely well done!
- Favorite Features -
- made from solid mahogany
- pull the pin and it separates into nine pieces
- fun to assemble
Glyph Guy
www.glyphguy.com
Favorite Features -
- attractive design with Forest Green and Tan and Black fabric
- the Chipmunk Backpack seems to be the smaller version of the Coyote - perfect for younger and older siblings or for a child and a parent so they may have matching backpacks
- the Chipmunk Backpack is designed for children ages 3-7 - and they are correct about using the word "designed". This pack is sized perfectly for little ones to fit properly and so they do not carry too much weight in their backpack - weighs 13 ounces and has a capacity of 650 cu in
- The Coyote Backpack is sized for children over seven and for adults - weighs one pound and has a capacity of 1100 cu in.
- the Chipmunk backpack has a top loop handle for carrying, thumb grip zipper pulls, main and front compartments with a pouch for small items, adjustable straps, D-rings, compression cord, front and back reflective tabs and YKK zippers
- the Coyote backpack has a main compartment, front compartment with organizer and key clips, thumb grip zipper pulls, top carry loop, shoulder straps, external nametag label, compression cord, abundant D-rings, dual side mesh water bottle pockets, front and back reflective tags and YKK zippers
These backpacks are wonderful for children's day or for any special occasion! Fill them with items to help a child explore their environment and then take your child on an "adventure"! The child I tried the Chipmunk pack on was so excited to have a backpack his size! He said "explore" and went off exploring . . . with his dad close behind! It is obvious great attention has been given to quality, design, use and safety. GlyphGuy goes the extra mile in testing their backpacks - All Lead results are in compliance and well below the 300 ppm as required by the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA). Lead was not detected in the zipper. The Black, Tan and Green external facing fabrics in our backpacks were tested for Phthalate levels using a Mass Spectrometer. These fabrics are in compliance. Phthalate results were significantly less than the 0.1% limit allowable by the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA). Phthalates were not detected in the fabric. These are top quality backpacks! Tremendously well done!
Snapfish
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- room for up to 15 favorite photos
- options to add a title and choose from 14 colors for background
- available in an 11 or 15 oz mug
- great gift exchange item
- microwave and dishwasher safe
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- spill-proof mug fits most cup holders and has a sturdy handle
- stainless steel, 13 oz. with a white enamel finish with a plastic interior and plastic handle
- room for one 5"x3" photo
- great gift exchange item
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- make great stocking stuffers
- available in two sizes: 2" x 3" and 4" x 6"
- photo is printed directly onto the flexible magnet
- great affordable stocking stuffer and gift exchange item
I love these items from Snapfish! The process of uploading your photos and placing your order is very easy . . . they take you through each thing you need to do step-by-step so even a "non-technical" person like me is able to easily place the order. I was very impressed with how quickly the orders arrived and found the quality of each item I ordered to be excellent! Snapfish has a nice selection of gift items you may choose from to give gifts with a truly personal touch that will be treasured and used! Definitely check out Snapfish for gifts for the people on your list! Tremendously well done!
- Favorite Features -
- made of heavy, brushed glass with rounded edges
- plastic feet on the bottom help steady the board during slicing and chopping
- measures 10¾"x7¾"
Shutterfly
www.shutterfly.com
- Favorite Features -
- 2.75" x 3.75" standard playing card size
- include a hard case to keep the cards in
- one photo of your choice
- great stocking stuffer or exchange gift item
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- Waterproof charm is finished with a UV-resistant glossy coating to protect and permanently seal the photo
- Arrives with a special gift box
- charm has a 1 inch square area for photo
- excellent as a stocking stuffer
I love these items from Shutterfly! Again, I found the process of uploading photos and placing my order very easy . . . they take you through each thing you need to do step-by-step so even a "non-technical" person like me is able to easily place the order. I found the quality of each item I ordered to be excellent and was pleased with the nice selection of gift items Shutterfly offered! For a gift with that personal touch the one who receives it will treasure, definitely check out Shutterfly! Tremendously well done!
- Favorite Features -
- choose your favorite photo
- 500 different borders available to add to your photo/mug
- options to personalize mug with caption, date or other message
- available in black or white in 11oz or 15oz size
- great gift exchange item
Hog Wild
www.hogwildtoys.com
Fun gift exchange item with a purpose! If you have someone on your list who loves to camp out or attend bonfires, this is a great gift for them! Fun gift exchange item. Very nicely done!
- Favorite Features -
- 27" telescopic stainless steel skewer with a "fishing pole" "reel"
- detachable skewer makes clean-up easy
- turn the handle on the "reel" to rotate marshmallows or hot dogs
This item make great gift exchange gift or stocking stuffer! Most kids use some device where ear buds are needed . . . these have a fun look and still provide a needed function! Extremely well done!
- Favorite Features -
- in ear headphones
- includes three sizes of ear tips
- ipad/phone compatible
- football on the headphones
Children love "transformer" toys so they are sure to love this pen that transforms from a car to a pen with a couple simple moves! Very nicely done!
- Favorite Features -
- car and pen in one
- great stocking stuffer and gift exchange item
Benders are a great item for gift exchange gifts for nearly anyone on your list! Fun to put on your desk at work to represent a skill or hobby or just to make you - and others smile! These little "wire" people are always fun! You can't go wrong with giving a Bender as a gift! Tremendously well done!
- Favorite Features -
- tin container has a built in compass
- Joe comes with a hiking stick and backpack
- available as a male or female
Yankee Candle Company
www.yankeecandle.com
Fun for a gift exchange item or add-on gift these travel sprays are a fun new way to give the gift of fragrance! Extremely well done!
- Favorite Features -
- we reviewed Macintosh and Vanilla Lime
- approximately 65 sprays in a container
- nice touch with the Yankee Candle "jar" on the top!
- use in car, closet, bathroom, office or any other place you like
- small, portable size - perfect fit for the purse or briefcase
I loved the Lip Balm from Yankee Candle! They are so smooth and creamy and the fragrances are absolutely delicious! Cute design in mini Yankee Candle "jars" these little lip balms make great stocking stuffers, gift exchange items or add-on gifts! Give a selection of flavors for a gift that will be used and appreciated! Tremendously well done!
- Favorite Features -
- we reviewed Vanilla Lime, Café Au Lait, Vanilla Cupcake and Root beer Float
- made from organic palm oil, beeswax, olive oil, rosemary leaf extract, hemp seed oil and vitamin E
- leaves lips smooth and moist
Another excellent stocking stuffer, gift exchange item or add-on gift, these little sanitizers are sure to be enjoyed and appreciated! Perfect size to carry in a purse or briefcase - again I love the mini Yankee Candle "jar" design! Extremely well done!
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- we reviewed Mandarin Cranberry and Spiced Pumpkin
- not only will they sanitize hands, but also will moisturize them as well to keep hands soft and clean
- kills 99.9% of germs and bacteria
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- available in a dozen scents - four especially for the Holidays
- we reviewed Secret Wonderland and Twilight Woods
- made with Shea Butter, Jojoba Oil and Vitamin E
- non-greasy formula absorbs quickly
- Favorite Features -
- available in five scents
- we reviewed Secret Wonderland
- combines gel and lotion with moisturizing Shea Butter, Vitamin E and Aloe
- I like the pump container for easy use
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Any of these lotions and creams from Bath & Body Works would make excellent stocking stuffers and gift exchange items - give the gift of fragrance and softness! Extremely well done!
- available in many scents
- we reviewed Twilight Woods
- made with milk proteins, rice bran oil and acai berry extract
- Favorite Features -
- available in four colors/flavors
- tastes and smells like buttercream frosting
- we reviewed Red Velvet, Cookies 'n Cream and Pink Chiffon
- leaves lips feeling smooth and moist
- Favorite Features -
- available in three colors just for the holidays
- made with Vitamin E and Jojoba oils
- we reviewed Sparkling Plum and Strawberry Bling
- gives lips a little color and a lot of shine
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Lip glosses make fun stocking stuffers and give gifts that extra special fun extra touch! Pick a few for the teens and ladies on your list! Extremely well done!
- available in four colors/flavors
- we reviewed Warm Apple Cider and Holiday Shortbread
- made with peppermint oil - gives a minty fragrance and tingle
- leaves lips with a nice shine
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