It's almost the big day. If you're like me, you begin your Christmas shopping anytime now. This blog entry has set a $20.00 spending limit for a Christmas gift, many of which are very unique and all of which should be available on the Internet. I have specified title, price, and website. I cannot guarantee the absolute quality and durability of the items; however, I have searched for gifts that seem both reasonably worth the price and that offer something for a wide variety of people. You are on your own to shop and figure the costs and time of shipping.
The Presents
1. Hope In a Bottle $19.00 gift.water.org
Actor Matt Damon, co-founded of water.org, and social entrepreneur Gary White have helped provide clean drinking water and sanitation around the world. Help him in his efforts by giving this environmentally-friendly, BPA-free plastic bottle to everyone on your list this year — 100 percent of the profits will go to water.org.
2. Rosa's Fudge $12.80 www.rosasfudge.com
Create your own 24-piece assortment from our 16 gourmet flavors.
Our fudge is crafted with premium butter, real vanilla, California walnuts, and heavy cream. Rosa's individually wraps each piece of fudge to seal in the most freshness possible. Their fudge is shipped daily and is guaranteed fresh, guaranteed delicious.
Frugal Prices
Our fudge is crafted with premium butter, real vanilla, California walnuts, and heavy cream. Rosa's individually wraps each piece of fudge to seal in the most freshness possible. Their fudge is shipped daily and is guaranteed fresh, guaranteed delicious.
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Individually wrapped 1.25 oz squares
16 flavors
Mix and Match or preselected assortments
Simple No Fuss Guarantee
If you are not 100% happy with your order
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3. Personalized Zippo Candle Lighter $14.95 zippocasemuseum.com
19. Smith and Wesson Powertech Galaxy 6 LED Flashlight $19.99 www.opticsplanet.net | |
Love Energy Potion is chock full of goodies to get your body in high gear and ready for action. 90mg of caffeine per tiny, 1.69oz bottle (that's more caffeine than a standard 8oz energy drink) plus a load of vitamins awaits you. Plus, since this is a love potion, you'll get some aphrodisiacs: damiana to relax you, ashwaganda to relax and titillate you, and horny goat weed to . . . well, you can guess by its name. Drink it by the ounce, drink it by the dram - but imbibing Love Energy Potion will make certain you are ready for love.
25. Electronic Butterfly In a Jar $19.99 www.thinkgeek.com
When we were kids, we like putting butterflies in jars so we could keep them forever and ever. But sometimes they always died. It was sad - extra sad because butterflies (in our opinion) are like rainbows and unicorns: unadulterated creations of magic and beauty. Now comes Electronic Butterfly in a Jar. Read on, and find out why you need one very badly.
Each Electronic Butterfly in a Jar is a jar with a wire in it. The wire has a fake butterfly on the end. Somehow, when you tap the top or make a loud sound, the electronics in the cap make the wire wiggle. This creates the very realistic illusion of the butterfly fluttering around your jar. It even just stays on the glass and flexes its wings sometimes. There is absolutely no way you can look at a Electronic Butterfly in a Jar and not smile. It is like having a piece of magic nature on your desk that defies death. Pick your favorite butterfly flavor (or collect the whole team) and get ready to feel good when you marvel at your Electronic Butterfly in a Jar.
26. Outdoor LCD Window Thermometer $12.99 www.thinkgeek.com
Since the temperature is the one thing that most effects your comfort level you typically want to know what to expect before heading out the door. Sure, you could open a door or window to check your local temperature but that is definitely way low tech. This simple but clean looking LCD Window Thermometer will give you a much easier way to know what it feels like outside.
It easily mounts outside and features a large LCD digit display to show temperature reading. Shows minimum and maximum values with auto reset.
- Detachable for easy window cleaning
- Weather-resistant
- Temperature Range: -13°F to 158°F (display in fahrenheit only)
- Takes 1 AAA battery
- Dimensions: 4" x 3.75" x 1.25"
A brand new shiny credit card: good. A brand new shiny credit card with an extremely high credit limit: better. A credit card survival tool that can start a fire: priceless (especially in emergency situations). If you're venturing into the wilderness or just your own backyard, it's nice to be well prepared. Being able to quickly and reliably start a fire is an important survival requirement.
This new Tool Logic Survival Card is packed with lifesaving features. A fixed blade serrated knife of tough AUS 8A type stainless steel, a magnesium alloy fire starter, a loud signal whistle, plus a brilliant red LED flashlight. There’s also a tweezer and toothpick and a hole for lanyard attachment. Credit card size and less than two ounces, this essential tool kit deserves a place in your car, backpack and even your home. Keep the Survival Card with you and you’ll always be prepared for life’s unforeseen emergencies.
- 2" Serrated Blade
- Magnesium Alloy Firestarter (replaceable)
- Loud Signal Whistle
- Tweezer and Toothpick
- Red LED Flashlight
- Weight: 1.9 oz (53gm)
- Dimensions: About 1/8" (4mm) thick
Simply select from the dropdown the numbers needed to create your address.
- Mounting hardware included
- Solar powered - can run 8 to 10 hours on a full charge
- Numerals are 3.5" high and cut into 3/32" anodized aluminum
- Dimensions: 6 1/8" H x 3 1/2" W x 1 3/8" D
- Choose the numerals to form your address
- One year manufacturer warranty
- Note: Listed price is per number
Programmable Digital Tire Gauge - Proper pressure helps improve gas mileage.
- Digital Tire Gauge
- Program the Target Tire Pressure of a Vehicle
- Extra large backlight display
- Durable, Metal, Straight-push Nozzle
- Air Bleed Function for Exact pressure
- Beeps When Gauge locks in Pressure Reading
- White LED flashlight
31. Zipit Motorized Package Opener $19.99 thinkgeek.com
32. Sharper Image Digital Photo Keychain $18.99 Amazon.com
In the age of smartphones and digital cameras, people just don’t carry pictures in their wallets anymore. Phone pics usually do the trick but there’s a more organized way to carry your favorite photos with you. Sharper Image has a digital photo keychain that can hold up to 60 images. The pictures are displayed on a 1.5″ LCD screen and can play in slideshow mode.
33. Push 'n Hang Push-Hammer/Nail Driver $20.00 gadgetnation.net
* The Push 'n Hang Push-hammer hangs pictures quickly!
* One-handed, quick-push action easily drives a nail into drywall surfaces.
* User-adjustable plastic sleeves ensure nail is driven the correct distance every time.
* Comfortable, ergonomic, nonslip grip.
* Works with 1" and 1 ¼" nails. Package includes 6 each of 1" and 1 ¼" nails and an extra nail sleeve. Features a twist-off cap for nail storage.
Measures approximately 6.3 inches long x 2.8 inches diameter. Weighs 6 oz.
34. E.A.B. Gerber Knife $17.28 www.gerbergear.com
The Gerber Exchange-A-Blade pocket knives use contractor grade or standard size utility blades that can be easily replaced. New for 2010, the E.A.B. Lite also features deep finger groves that provide a secure grip in a lighter knife. Both the E.A.B. Lite and the original E.A.B. sport stainless steel handles that also double as a pocket or money clip.
- Contractor-grade replaceable utility blade
- Deep finger grooves for secure fit
- Handle also doubles as pocket or money clip
35. Glif $20.00 www.theglif.com
Sometimes in life, less is more. The Glif performs just two simple functions in order for us to enjoy our iPhone 4's even more. It can mount it to any standard tripod, so you get the most out of the 5-megapixel camera, and the Glif also props up your phone in various angles to maximize your viewing pleasure. Being made from recyclable rubberized plastic is just an added bonus.
36. Dickies Toolmaker's Apron $14.00 www.dickies.com
Keep your tools handy and your clothes protected with the Dickies Toolmaker's Apron. Made from preshrunk denim or unbleached drill fabric, this simple piece of workwear sports two deep bottom pockets, a ruler or pencil pocket, a swing micrometer pocket, and brass grommets. Plus, it's under $15, so you don't have to worry too much about destroying it trying to build your next project.
37. Key Tool $10.00 www.thinkgeek.com
38. CC4073 Steak Station Monitor $21.01 (just a little over $200) www.amazon.com
Steak Station can monitor four steaks at the same time, allowing those commanding the grill to confidently cook multiple steaks each to the desired degree of doneness (we'll take medium rare please). A monitor allows for quick and easy evaluation of how much a steak has been cooked. The colorful Steak Station probes measure from 115°F to 170°F, indicating a complete spectrum of doneness and helping you remember whose steak is whose. Steak Station can also be used in the oven as a regular meat thermometer to monitor meats throughout the cooking process.
39. Clever Hook $10.00 www.dwr.com/product
- Photo shows side view of this self-grabbing hook, inside a translucent acrylic housing.
- Each Clever Hook is delivered with two wood screws ready for mounting.
- Holds up to 40 lbs.
40. PermaFlow Never-Clog Drain $17.89 www.amazon.com
There's nothing quite as annoying — or gross — as a clogged drain, so enter the PermaFlow Never-Clog Drain.Made from clear ABS plastic and synthetic rubber, the Perma-Flow attaches easily to standard kitchen and bath drains, and features a unique, integrated drain-clearing wiper that helps you move clogs on down the line, and stops lost items from venturing past the point of no return. Plus, by removing the need for excess amounts of Liquid-Plumr, you're also doing the environment a favor at the same time.
41. GhostCam $1.00 itunes.apple.com
Add some fright to your iPhone pics with the GhostCam. Able to take pics directly from the iPhone's camera or load up pics from the iPhone or iPod touch's Library, this simple app adds Unsolved Mysteries-style ghostly flourishes to your photos. For maximum effect, take a pic of a drunk friend and freak them out with the result.
42. DivPro $14.99 www.nojoke.com
Trim your arsenal of golf tools down by picking up a DivPro. This multi-functional golf tool combines a typical divot tool with a ball marker, cigar holder, club face cleaner, grip saver, and a shotgun opener for the clandestine chugging of beers mid-round.
43.Weber 7416 Rapidfire Chimney Starter $17.99 www.amazon.com
Weber's chimney starter makes starting your charcoal a snap. It also cuts down the amount of time it takes for the coals to get ready. Just load up our extra large cannister full of coals, light up a fire starter or crinkled up newspaper, and set the cannister over the flame. In a matter of minutes the coals will be red hot. Who ever thought it could be so easy? The chimney starter offers an extra-large capacity that can hold enough briquettes for a 22-1/2-inch kettle grill, and its double thermoplastic handle extends outward from a mounted panel to keep hands away from heat. For use on a grill or grate only.
