This is why online shopping is very viable and attractive alternative, and there are a few websites in particular that stand out for finding unique, affordable gifts for everyone:

1. Etsy
Self-described as “the world’s handmade marketplace”, Etsy has become known for its incredible amount of handmade treasures. All of the items available have their own unique flair to them, and you can find something for everyone, from the whimsical dreamers to the sports fanatics, making it the perfect one-stop-shop. Plus you can feel good about the fact that you’re supporting small businesses!

2. Uncommon Goods
Like the name suggests Uncommon Goods is full of gift ideas that foster creativity and individuality. The company works hard to spotlight their sellers, which will allow you to get a true feel for the personality in the gift that you’re buying, and they also protect the environment by using recycled materials wherever possible and avoiding selling any products that harm animals or humans.

3. Spoonsisters

Run by two sisters, Spoonsisters is a site dedicated to an eclectic mix of gifts that range from practical to fantastic, meaning you can find the perfect gift for that hard to shop for friend while also picking up something necessary for yourself as well. There really is something for everyone at this online store.

4. Oompa
These days it can be hard to find good, old-fashioned toys for kids to play with. However Oompa is striving to change that and their motto says it all, “No Batteries. No Blinking Lights. No Cartoon-Themed Toys. Period”. Instead they provide classic toys that will transcend the years, making them perfect for your kids, and their kids, and one day their kid’s kids.

5. Ideeli

For the fashionistas in your life Ideeli is the place to shop. This website offers discounted prices on major name brand clothing, shoes, jewelry, and accessories so you can get the latest styles at a fraction of the cost. Every day they highlight new designers so you never have to worry about running out of items to browse through, and you’ll have no trouble finding the perfect fit for that fashion-forward someone.

The next time you need a gift forgo trying to brave busy mall traffic and shop from the comfort of your own home on one of these websites. You’re almost guaranteed to find what you need in no time at all, no waiting in line or travelling from store to store involved.

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1. Ugly Sweater Party: A favorite holiday tradition among many people is to throw an Ugly Sweater Party. This is a simple theme that can be applied to any holiday party, but by informing your guests that the dress code includes wearing an ugly sweater, it immediately makes your party more festive and more whimsical. This is a fun idea for a big gathering of friends when you can all chat about upcoming holiday plans and admire everyone else’s hideous sweaters. Usually thrift stores have sweaters from decades past that are suitable and cheap. Bonus points if you can find a sweater with jingle bells sewed on.

2. Swanky New Year’s Party: New Year’s Eve parties have always been popular, but it’s always fun to throw a New Year’s Eve party in swanky style. Throw a fancy party on New Year’s Eve, where all your guests dress up to the nines and enjoy a night of high-end celebration. Provide delicate and fancy finger foods for your guests to munch on. Sparkly party favors like hats and noisemakers are a fun and fancy way to bring in the new year. Low-key party games such as charades are still a fun option. It’s a fun way to celebrate the fun of the past year and also bring in the new year in high style.

3. Cookie Party: A really fun and low-key party to host is a holiday cookie party. Each guest brings a plate of their favorite Christmas cookies to share. This potluck-style party is a good idea when the focus of party is on mingling and meeting people or when you need to a pull a party together quickly. Everyone enjoys the casualness of the party and everyone loves eating treats! As a host, you may want to provide around 3 or 4 different types of cookies so that you ensure variety, but don’t stress about this fun, casual party theme.

4. Holiday Fiesta: Even though we’re still several months away from Cinco de Mayo, why not throw a holiday fiesta? It’s unexpected and a welcome change from wintry-themed parties. Food for this party can include chips, salsa, guacamole, tacos, and quesadilla slices. Decor for a fiesta is pretty easy to find – a pinata, bright banners, and confetti, and even an inflatable cactus are fun places to start. Fiestas are usually more upbeat parties, so make sure you have fun music, plenty of food, and conversation games to unsure that your guests never forget your holiday fiesta!

5. Fondue Party: For a fun evening with a smaller group of people, a fondue-party is a great idea. Since fondue can be kind of messy, and only a few people can father around a fondue pot, it’s the perfect theme for a reunion with friends or even a casual night in. Fondue pots range from 20 to 50 dollars at Walmart or Target. The most popular types of fondue are chocolate or cheese fondue, dipping bread, fruit or marshmallows for the chocolate fondue and meats, vegetables, or bread in cheese fondue. This is a fun and yummy way to party with your good friends.

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When I was looking for information about what should we eat after we have abused foods for a period I stumbled onto a program called Post-Holiday 21 Day Cleanse.

This program starts Monday January 3rd 2011 and promises to be A Life-Changing Program to help you lose weight through a combined power-trio of…..Diet, Exercise, and Happiness!

The program is put together by:

Storm Talifero, a true long-term raw-vegan anti-aging phenomenon, who was the inspiration for this program, is a 61 year young baby boomer and

Jinjee Talifero is a 43 year young Mother of five very healthy and intelligent children….and she still has her figure and her health.

The Post-Holiday 21 Day Cleanse comes with:

• phone support
• daily email support and instructions
• personal support from Storm and Jinjee
• online forum support
• exercise schedule
• shopping lists
• menu plans
• recipes
• video demonstrations
• mini eBooks
• program pal
• share before and afters
• journaling
• emotional support

The program is vast; there are too many details to be included in this post. If you want more visit the official site at TheGardenDiet.com/21days.

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The teddy bare can be used to put precious gifts inside. You will get the maximum effect: the ones who get it will have a beautiful bare and inside will find the goodies. 

You can stuff your My Teddy Bare with:

• lingerie
• women’s pajama sets
• gifts for him
• bath and spa
• perfumes
• and more

My teddy bare can be offered on holidays, birthdays, anniversaries or any other special occasions. 

You can get the bare from MyTeddyBare.com

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I realized I didn’t tell you about the shopping coupons. A lot of people don’t know they can use online coupons to make savings.

The benefits for the online coupons are evident:

1.They will save you money

2. Using an online site to find the latest discount it will save your time

Coupon Heaven is the site I prefer when I want to find a bargain because it has hundreds of coupons for almost any type of shop. And is free.

You can find a lot of coupon codes for personalized gifts.

Let’s see a real example. You want to buy a gift for him and you see a lot of cool t-shirt at the CafePress shop. You can use the Coupon Heaven site to find Cafe Press coupon codes and you will get $10 off $75 or more.

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This is a new form of advertising and is completely different from the television commercials and magazine ads people are used to. What do you call advertising on your hands? “Well I like to call it Handvertising”, said Mike Brown CEO of Handvertising USA.

Handvertising USA is transforming the way advertisers are looking at your skin, more specifically your hands.
“Almost everyone has been to a county fair, swap meet, bar or club and had had their hand stamped for proof of entry. We have found a better use for this space that could make everyone happy” said Mike.
“Advertisers are always looking for a new and exciting way to promote their brand. Handvertising USA offers a unique way to do this and everyone benefits” said Mike.

“We find venues also use the stamps to increase business. For example venues are offering special prices on drinks if the customer has a particular Handvertising stamp. People are requesting particular stamps because they want to fit in and they want the drink special.” Mike says.

If you would like to see some samples of what Handvertising USA is doing visit their website at http://www.HandvertisingUSA.com for pictures, FAQ’s and more.

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