Gifts That Don't Require Pre-Planning

There are many other top gift ideas that don’t require pre-planning and customization. We love gifts that are reflective of special passions or are beautifully crafted but still useful.

- Consider a coffee table book on "Journeys of a Lifetime, 500 of the World's Greatest Trips" or "50 Places to Golf Before You Die" (both at Barnes and Noble).

- An exquisite gift like the bamboo tornado pen lets the recipient know you gave the gift special thought.

Special for Valentine's Day

Here's a beautiful gift that you can put on a desk or dresser all year long as a reminder of your love for someone special.

This translucent pink heart vase makes a perfect Valentine's or anniversary gift. Offered by Uncommon Goods, the "I Love You Vase" will be cherished forever.

Click here for more information on this vase.Or go to Top Gift Choices for more Valentine's Day gift ideas.

Unique and Fun Gifts for the Fall

Unique and fun gifts are always good, but make sure the gift is not too quirky. We give a “two thumbs up” to the Football Barbeque Set with plastic handle sport football textured grips and a spatula head with a gridiron design.

We hope that gift giving can be as much fun as receiving gifts for you!

Father's Day Gifts for the Empty Nester Dad

As dads age, they become very sentimental and another great idea is something that will tug at their heartstrings a bit. Celebrate memories with something like:

• Digital Photo Frame (pre-loaded with pictures of the kids or grand kids)
  

Pan Digital offers an affordable digital photo frame for $56.99 with excellent resolution. It has a black wood frame that will go with almost any décor.


Have a great day celebrating the great guys in our lives and I hope some of my suggestions help you find the perfect gift!

Father's Day Gifts for Dads with Older Kids

Think of the dads with older kids and the empty nesters. These men have had a lifetime of acquiring and are getting rid of the “stuff,” so think about consumables. I love consumables because you aren’t adding more to your house. Check out:

• The Original Lobster Gram. Sweet, succulent lobster delivered right to your door, starting at $61.95.

• Le Homme cologne by Yves St. Laurent. Sells for $55. Who doesn’t love a sweet smelling guy?

Special for Valentine's Day

Here's a beautiful gift that you can put on a desk or dresser all year long as a reminder of your love for someone special.

This translucent pink heart vase makes a perfect Valentine's or anniversary gift. Offered by Uncommon Goods, the "I Love You Vase" will be cherished forever.

Click here for more information on this vase.Or go to Top Gift Choices for more Valentine's Day gift ideas.

Photo Sculptures Capture a Special Memory

One of our favorite gift choices for an anniversary, special birthday or graduation is a custom photo sculpture.

Your favorite photo or portrait image is cut out from durable acrylic to create a one-of-a-kind gift. The sculpture can be made as small as 2” x 3” or as large as 24” x 36”. The price ranges from $15 to $150. Click here to learn more from Zazzle or go to Top Gift Choices to get more great gift ideas.