A week or so ago I made a post with some ideas for christmas gifts for thirty-somethings. There seemed to be quite a few people searching for gifts for that demographic so I thought I'd do another round, for anyone who still isn't done with their shopping yet (like me). Happy shopping!
Disclaimer: All links besides the 7 piece server and the Men's North Face jacket are affiliate links through amazon.com
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B. Smith 7 Piece Multi Server ($39.99) The one pictured here is from Bed Bath and Beyond. I don't have anything like this and would really love to have one for entertaining. I put this on my Christmas list this year. |
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Rival RC61 3-Cup Rice Cooker, Red My boyfriend and I bought this earlier this year at the urging of my boyfriend's sister. We both absolutely love it. The rice comes out so much better than boiling it in a pot and no rice ends up stuck to the bottom. The rice tastes better and the cleanup is easier. It also comes with a steamer so you can steam vegetables at the same time which is very handy. It says 3-cup but that's dry, it actually makes 6 cups when cooked. |
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Kodak Easyshare P730 7-Inch Digital Frame ($69.00) I thought a digital photo frame would be perfect for my friend who is a mom of two very young girls. She has a couple of her favorite pictures displayed on her desk but she has a TON more on her computer that I'm sure she'd love to display as well. When I found this one I was looking for something between $50 and $75. I also wanted something with 15:9 aspect ratio to match the size of most photos. |
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Mele Jewelry Box, Belinda Cherry Jewelry Box I have quite a bit of jewelry; necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings. And most of the time whatever I am not wearing sits on top of my dresser in a bit of a mess. I would love to have a jewelry box like this one so that I have a neat place to store it and have a place to hang my necklaces. This appears to be a really good deal right now at 57% off the orginal price from Home Storage Warehouse. |
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North Face Mens' Denali Fleece (165.00) These jackets can be a little expensive, but I know several people who have them and love them. They seem to be really well made. I really don't think you can go wrong with this, unless the person you are buying for already has one. |
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This one seems to be one of the best in its price range ($40 on amazon). There are lots of great reviews. My favorite feature is the vacuum so that all the little trimmed hairs aren't left all over the place. There are also 9 different length settings which is really nice. Also has self-sharpening blades and comes with a travel pouch which is very handy. |
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Citizen Men's Eco-Drive Nighthawk Stainless Steel Watch ($237.00) A couple of Christmases ago my boyfriend's parents bought him a Citizen Eco-Drive watch. It is still going strong and he still loves it. The best part is not having to worry about the battery dying. |
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TomTom GO 630 4.3-Inch Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator This is almost the exact same model that my boyfriend's parents have (they have the 720) and are very happy with. I just bought this one for my parents and can't wait to give it to them! |
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adidas Elite Team Medium Duffel This is another one from my wish list this year. We have taken a lot of long weekend trips the last several months and I kept wishing I had a bag just like this one. Everything I have is either too big or too small. This one is 28 inches long, and a little over a foot high which I think would make the perfect size. |
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Electronic Catch Phrase ($15.99) I don't remember exactly how I was introduced to this game years ago, or if I received it as a gift or if I purchased it myself. I have given it as a gift to multiple people since, and it is definitely one of my favorites (along with scattegories) to play as a family or with friends. |
These are all really great ideas for most age ranges. I love, LOVE that multi-server platter. I used to have one sort of like that (not as nice), so I may put that on my X-mas list this year, too.
And if I hadn't already gotten my hubby a fleece vest, I might be taking a look at that North Face jacket.
Off to to check off your other gift post . . .
JD: You're right, most of those things will work for many age ranges. I really like that platter too. The last couple of years my mom has been big on getting lists of my sisters and I and then getting us exactly what we asked for so hopefully I'll be receiving this under the tree on the 25th! :)
My wife would bash me if I got her a rice cooker! She might like the jewelry box but I am sure she'd prefer something to going into the box rather than the box itself.
LOL, Majimo. Well I wouldn't want you to get bashed over the head! And you are right, jewelry is almost always a wonderful gift. I actually did try to find a piece of jewelry (necklace or bracelet) to put up but it is really tough to recommend something like that without knowing the person it is being bought for. What did you end up getting the lovely wife this xmas?
I love, love, love Catch Phrase! I own the box version and the first electronic version...looks like I might need to upgrade to this one!
This is an excellent gift to give, btw! I've gifted it many times, and have spread the Catch Phrase fever.
I got her a really nice watch that she has been wanting. It was more of a pressie for carrying and giving birth to Sophie than a Christmas present.
For Christmas I think we would have to go to Prada, she has her eyes on a bag.
Tabitha: I agree! I have given this many times too. It is fantastic for playing in small groups. Some of the things people come up with for descriptions are just hilarious. I think everyone should have it :)
Majimo: Nice! A fancy watch is alwasy a win, whatever the occasion. Your wife makes it easy, giving you some great suggestions, huh? Btw, you received the best gift ever with the very recent arrival of your daughter. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas with your newly expanded family!