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When you hear the words recycled and gift in the same sentence, you might picture an arts and crafts project gone wrong–stuff that generally wouldn't appeal to most of my friends and family. But because we've been feeling really green at Gifts.com lately, I decided to go on a hunt for truly cool gifts made from recycled and "reclaimed" materials. I found all sorts of gifts for entertaining types, music lovers and kids. But the thing I was most excited to find? An eco-friendly gift for guys! These beer glasses are made from Mexican 'Sol' beer bottles that would have otherwise taken a trip to the landfill. Read the complete guide for other recycled gift ideas.

Recycled Beer Glasses starting at $26

Tomorrow (or should I say manana?) is Cinco de Mayo, a holiday I love because I get to celebrate two of my favorite food groups—guacamole and margaritas.

Usually my friends and I indulge at the local watering hole, but this year, I’m throwing a party so I can show off my Margarator. I took one look at this high-powered mixing machine and knew I had to have it. It’s three times the size of your average blender (it makes a whole gallon of cocktails!), it can run off a car lighter for tailgate parties, and with a name like the Margarator, what’s not to love?

Summer’s just around the corner so I know you might be tempted to buy this for yourself and you should be, but it’s also a perfect hostess gift to bring to the next BBQ on your calendar. It’s guaranteed to get you invited back for a salsa and fajita filled fiesta!

Margarator starting at $99.99