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It’s National Tooth Fairy Day!

February 28, 2012    |    By +
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It’s National Tooth Fairy Day!

  Today is National Tooth Fairy Day! While it’s not a very gift-able occasion, National Tooth Fairy Day does give us a second to pause and think about one or our favorite mythical bearers of gifts! Sure, Santa and the Easter Bunny grab most of the headlines, but as a child, there was definitely... Read more »


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Toy Fair: LEGO DUPLO “Read and Build” Books

February 21, 2012    |    By +
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Toy Fair: LEGO DUPLO “Read and Build” Books

Toy Fair is the largest international toy and game trade show in the Western Hemisphere. Tens of thousands are on hand to check out over 1,000 exhibitors showcasing and previewing the hottest games, toys and trends for kids (of all ages!). Each year the Gift Gurus walk the over 350,000 square feet of toys... Read more »


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Toy Fair: Eco-Bonk Animals

February 19, 2012    |    By +
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Toy Fair: Eco-Bonk Animals

Toy Fair is the largest international toy and game trade show in the Western Hemisphere. Tens of thousands are on hand to check out over 1,000 exhibitors showcasing and previewing the hottest games, toys and trends for kids (of all ages!). Each year the Gift Gurus walk the over 350,000 square feet of toys... Read more »


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Guest Guru: Laurie Schacht the Toy Insider Mom

February 17, 2012    |    By +
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Guest Guru: Laurie Schacht the Toy Insider Mom

Toy Guru Laurie Schacht gave us her sage prediction about the toys of 2012 from the floor of the Toy Industry Association’s 2012 Toy Fair in New York City! Laurie is co-Publisher of The Toy Insider and CTO (chief toy officer) for The Toy Book and The Licensing Book, as well as the contributing... Read more »


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Toy Fair: Bobble Bots Moshi Monsters!

February 15, 2012    |    By +
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Toy Fair: Bobble Bots Moshi Monsters!

  Toy Fair is the largest international toy and game trade show in the Western Hemisphere. Tens of thousands are on hand to check out over 1,000 exhibitors showcasing and previewing the hottest games, toys and trends for kids (of all ages!). Each year the Gift Gurus walk the over 350,000 square feet of... Read more »


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Gift Fair Favorites: Janod Toys

February 9, 2012    |    By +
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Gift Fair Favorites: Janod Toys

The New York International Gift Fair is the bi-annual industry gathering for the gift industry. The tradeshow is THE place where 35,000 attendees from all over the globe come to see both the latest trends if gifting as well as to get a look at what the “must-have” gifts will be in the coming... Read more »


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Gift Fair Favorites: GrandCamp Adventures

February 3, 2012    |    By +
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Gift Fair Favorites: GrandCamp Adventures

The New York International Gift Fair is the bi-annual industry gathering for the gift industry. The tradeshow is THE place where 35,000 attendees from all over the globe come to see both the latest trends if gifting as well as to get a look at what the “must-have” gifts will be in the coming... Read more »


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Craft Your Heart Out

January 30, 2012    |    By +
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Craft Your Heart Out

We’re always looking for new fun ways to make the holidays unique and Valentine’s Day is no different. That’s why we hooked up with our favorite card makers, Hello! Lucky and created printable valentines that you can cut, craft and give away. They’re perfect for friends, family, workmates, crushes and classmates. We even put... Read more »


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Sneak Peek: Yo Gabba Gabba Brobee Hip Pack

January 27, 2012    |    By +
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Sneak Peek: Yo Gabba Gabba Brobee Hip Pack

The Product: The Brobee Hip Pack from NYKO (available Summer 212 price TBA) The Scoop: Most wouldn’t be caught dead wearing a fanny pack. On the other hand, I think there will be plenty of takers for the Brobee Hip Pack. You’ve seen we’re huge fans of Yo Gabba Gabba mostly because the show... Read more »


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CES 2012 Favorites: Star Wars for XBOX Kinect in 3D

January 18, 2012    |    By +
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CES 2012 Favorites: Star Wars for XBOX Kinect in 3D

The International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is the world’s largest consumer technology trade show. Nearly 150,000 attendees are on hand to check out over 2500 exhibitors showcasing their latest products on more than 1.6 million feet of exhibit space. This trade show is massive! Since consumer electronics are the hottest and (still) fastest growing... 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.