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January 27, 2012    |    By
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The only question that’s on our mind this week is, are you ready for some football?! Even if you’re not a sports nut, it’s hard not to get wrapped up in buzz around the Superbowl. Whether you’re a die-hard pigskin fan, or you’d rather watch the Puppy Bowl; either way there’s bound to be... Read more »


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Chinese New Year Traditions: Year of the Dragon

January 23, 2012    |    By
Chinese New Year Traditions: Year of the Dragon

Chinese New Year is a time where family members celebrate, reunite, and give thanks.  Each year my family goes to the temple a week before and the day of the New Year to say thank you to the gods for a healthy and prosperous year. We usually arrange dinner on New Year’s Eve and... Read more »


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Gifting News from Around the Web

January 20, 2012    |    By
Gifting News from Around the Web

Well it was a short week but a busy one as well. Guru Dan T returned from the Consumer Electronics Show in Vegas and regaled us with tales of the coolest gadgets and gizmo’s that are coming out in 2012. We got to hob nob with celebrities, i.e Jessica Alba and her new eco-friendly... Read more »


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Gifting News from Around the Web

January 13, 2012    |    By
Gifting News from Around the Web

So we’re back, did you miss us over the holidays? We all got a little R & R that was much needed and now we’re back and ready to get back in the gifting game. Now that the holidays are behind us and our resolutions were made and already broken, we’ve got our sights... Read more »


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Our 2012 Resolutions from the Gifts Team

January 4, 2012    |    By
Our 2012 Resolutions from the Gifts Team

We’ve heard it all before, New Year, New You. And while making resolutions for 2012 can feel pointless, it’s important to start off the new year with reasonable goals for self-improvement. Think of it as a self-imposed clean slate. If you think you’re going to lose 20 lbs or change all of your bad... Read more »


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Happy New Year from the Gifts Team!

December 31, 2011    |    By
Happy New Year from the Gifts Team!

Now that the year has finally come to an end, we here at Gifts.com would like to thank you for visiting and supporting us in 2011. Without all you gift enthusiasts, thoughtful gift givers and holiday junkies, there wouldn’t be a Gifts.com. We had a great 2011, with tons of great guest bloggers, TV... Read more »


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Introducing our Newest Addition to the Gifts Team!

December 13, 2011    |    By
Introducing our Newest Addition to the Gifts Team!

We’d like to introduce you to the newest member of our Gifts team, Elizabeth, aka Liz T! Christmas isn’t even over yet and we already know we’d barely make it through the season without her. So as part of the “hazing” process, we asked Liz to share with us and the Giftrap community, what... Read more »


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Gifting News from Around the Web

December 9, 2011    |    By
Gifting News from Around the Web

By now you’re wrapping up the last of your presents and sitting contently staring at all of your finished holiday cards.  If this sounds more like a dream than a reality, then we’re in the same boat. I’ve only just scratched the surface of my holiday shopping and preparation, so I won’t be sipping... Read more »


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Gifts that Scream ’2011′

December 9, 2011    |    By
Gifts that Scream ’2011′

We all love looking back at those pictures that are “so” 80s or “so” 90s, but what will we look back and say “so 2011″ about? Well, the 2011 Giftee Awards asked people across the country to nominate what they think will be Time Capsule Gifts of 2011. We’re happy to share the Top... Read more »


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December 2, 2011    |    By
Gifting News from Around the Web

Hello gifters! You made it, you survived Black Friday, lived through Cyber Monday, and now it’s finally December and you’re already exhausted. I know I am. But this year, not only will I be doing all of my gift shopping online,  but I promised myself I wouldn’t wait til the last minute like I... 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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