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Derby Day

May 5, 2011    |    By +
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Derby Day

Just because the royal wedding is over, doesn’t mean it’s time to put away your fancy hats. With all the news that’s been going on lately, I almost forgot one of the biggest parties in the Spring, the Kentucky Derby. Horse racing may not be everybody’s forte, but what about mint juleps and big... Read more »


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How to Easter-ify your Home

April 20, 2011    |    By +
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How to Easter-ify your Home

Ushering in the season of blooming flowers and longer days can be just what you needed to get over the gloomy, grim winter blues. There’s no better time than Easter to dust off your pastel linens and welcome spring with open arms (and windows). Take my advice and do a little prep work before... Read more »


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A Culinary Passport to New Orleans

March 8, 2011    |    By +
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A Culinary Passport to New Orleans

You may have outgrown your bead-throwing days, but there are still plenty of ways to celebrate Mardi Gras aka Fat Tuesday, this year. Spice up your dinner routine with these cool cooking kits from Destination Dinners. The name says it all, each kit features all the ingredients you need to prepare a complete dish... Read more »


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Gifting News from Around the Web

February 25, 2011    |    By +
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Gifting News from Around the Web

Looks like we got a head start on those April showers. It’s been another long, busy week, but this weekend is chocked full of fun stuff to look forward to. We’ve got our Oscar bets placed, and a lot of fashion week coverage to drool over. With St. Patty’s Day and Mardi Gras right... Read more »


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Award Worthy Gifts

February 21, 2011    |    By +
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Award Worthy Gifts

If you’re like us, you’re anticipating the red carpet and the winners of the 83rd Academy Awards on Feb 27th. There are some really amazing movies up for the coveted “Best Picture” Oscar so we thought it would be fun to match up gifts with the 10 nominees. Whether they liked “True Grit”, “Inception”... Read more »


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Gifting News from Around the Web

February 4, 2011    |    By +
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Gifting News from Around the Web

Die-hard football fan or not, the Superbowl is always a party. As the Steelers and Packers go head to head this Sunday, I for one will be indulging in my favorite game-day snack: 7-layer dip. Whether you’re hosting a party yourself or just attending, here some snacking inspiration to feed the masses.   And... Read more »


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Guest Guru: Why the Brits Love Tea

January 18, 2011    |    By +
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Guest Guru: Why the Brits Love Tea

As a typical Brit, I am a huge tea fan. 165 million cups of tea are drunk every day in Britain, working out at over 60 billion cups a year! Many Brits stand by the idea that ‘a cup of tea solves everything’. There are even books, blogs, Facebook sites and tees dedicated it.... Read more »


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On the Rocks

January 13, 2011    |    By +
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On the Rocks

There are those who love to entertain and those who aspire to entertain, luckily this cocktail guide is for both types.  Both a helpful guide and a beautiful coffee table book, Vintage Cocktails is sure to inspire the mixologist within you.  It’s time to retire the cosmos and vodka tonics and embrace the Singapore... Read more »


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Gifting News from Around the Web

January 7, 2011    |    By +
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Gifting News from Around the Web

After being hit by another snow storm, the Gifts team is ready to kick into hibernation mode complete with hot toddies and an “Elvis Sandwich” (as seen above). With the new year in full swing, there’s already plenty of buzz and new things to come in 2011. Give a URL as a Gift, what... Read more »


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Time to Monkey-Around

December 30, 2010    |    By +
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Time to Monkey-Around

New Year’s is always a time to let loose and celebrate, and that usually means one thing: champagne. And lots of it.  Whether you’re stocking up on the cheap stuff or splurging on Veuve, dress up your holiday bubbly with this hilarious Sock Monkey Wine Holder. While most wine bags get tossed after the... Read more »


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Dana H.
Dana is Editor in Chief at Gifts.com. She loves helping make every occasion stand out with her unique gift ideas, handy tips & special touches. She has over a decade of experience with matching fabulous products with fabulous people.

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.

Michelle D.
Michelle is the Gifts.com Gift Guru who specializes in Teen and Beauty gifts. For the last half-decade Michelle has been refining her teen and beauty gifting expertise by working for Urban Outfitters and obsessing over social media.

Liz T.
Liz is the children & baby gifts trend editor at Gifts.com. Prior to Gifts.com she spent several years matching people with products while working retail. Her niece and nephews give her the inside scoop on kids. She also knows the best gourmet gifts for every occasion.

Felicia W.
Felicia works as a "Gift Guru" with a focus on pet and flower trends. While she is still learning the art of gift giving, Felicia loves focusing her attention on pet gifts. She is always on the lookout for the best and most unique items for our lovable cats and dogs.

Donna K.
Donna is Gifts.com's very own Editorial Assistant. You have her to thank for all of our fabulous Facebook posts and for making sure the blog is up every day. She is a "Gift Guru" in her own right.