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A Guy’s Guide to Valentine’s Day

January 26, 2012    |    By
A Guy’s Guide to Valentine’s Day

For many guys Valentine’s Day is a minefield. It seems it’s a lot easier to get it wrong than it is to get it right. Don’t Panic. Relax. You got this. Some great gifting advice nuggets: You know what she likes. It’s best to stay in that realm and don’t guess and gift her... Read more »


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Stocking Stuffers for Everyone

November 22, 2011    |    By
Stocking Stuffers for Everyone

With Black Friday less than a week away and everyone rushing around to track down deals and the best-selling gear, it’s the stocking stuffer gifts that end up being an afterthought. Why do you think stores stock tiny impulse buys right near the register? So instead of stuffing their stocking with batteries and and... Read more »


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Gifting Made Easy

November 21, 2011    |    By
Gifting Made Easy

Over the next few weeks you’ll, no doubt, experience “Gift Block”. Gift Block is that frustrating and paralyzing feeling of not knowing what to get someone for a gift or even where to start looking. So….got Gift Block? Relax. All you have to do to get on the right track to coming up with... Read more »


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Modern Gifts for Rosh Hashanah

September 28, 2011    |    By
Modern Gifts for Rosh Hashanah

It might seem a little early to be saying Happy New Year, but tonight starting at sundown marks the beginning of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. Rosh Hashanah is New Year’s Day according to the Hebrew calendar and it commemorates the creation of the world as narrated in the Bible. While most families... Read more »


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Ask a Guru: Budget Wedding Gifts

May 27, 2011    |    By
Ask a Guru: Budget Wedding Gifts

I’m going to 5 weddings this year and as a gift guru there are high expectations from the bride & groom as far as my wedding gift goes. But, with so many weddings, I have to get really creative with my budget. Here are some ideas that stretch your funds without risking your friendship.... Read more »


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Ask A Guru: Wedding Gift Dilemma

March 2, 2011    |    By
Ask A Guru: Wedding Gift Dilemma

As Gift Gurus, it’s our job to be able to solve all gifting dilemma’s big and small. We’re constantly fielding questions from friends, family and coworkers on how to track down the perfect gift. So we figure, why not share our expertise with all of you! If you’ve got a gift question, we’ve got... Read more »


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Gift Tip of the Day: How to Handle Gifts You Don’t Like

December 26, 2010    |    By
Gift Tip of the Day: How to Handle Gifts You Don’t Like

It’s a question that comes up every holiday season, what do you say when you receive a gift you don’t like? I’m all for giving a physical gift rather than money or a gift card, it shows that you made an effort to get something you think the recipient might enjoy. Unfortunately, you have... Read more »


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Ask A Guru: Teacher Gifts

December 8, 2010    |    By
Ask A Guru: Teacher Gifts

As Gift Guru’s, it’s our job to be able to solve all gifting dilemma’s big and small. We’re constantly fielding questions from friends, family and coworkers on how to track down the perfect gift. So we figure, why not share our expertise with all of you! If you’ve got a gift question, we’ve got... Read more »


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Dana H.
Dana is Editor in Chief & PR Director at Gifts.com. She loves to help make every occasion unique with handy tips & special touches. Adventure travel, cooking and magazines keep her busy when she’s off the clock.

Dan T.
As the Men’s Gift Editor, Dan is fortunate to be able to blend his work week with off-hour hobbies. Dan’s marketing background goes back over a decade, but he's always been passionate about the “guy” things like sports, electronics and grilling.

Gillian J.
While Gillian oversees Merchandising & Content for Gifts.com, she focuses on Women & Home Gifts. Prior to Gifts.com, she spent over a decade honing her gifting skills in the retail industry.

Laura S.
Along with managing our blog GiftRap, Laura works as a “Gift Guru” with a focus on teens, beauty and eco-friendly trends. Laura loves web culture and is constantly influenced by her travels.

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