Christmas Present idea thread

[Goumindong]

Makes sense, but harder to do than you'd think.

That makes it harder.

When i can't find something that I know they want but can't justify I end up going to "advocacy shopping". As in, i think about the things that I find really cool that I think others should find really cool and them get them that. For me this usually entails a lot of obscure foreign films or niche TV shows. For my Sisters husband i will be getting him proper shaving equipment (Brush, Proraso creme, pre-shave cream, alum, and a DE razor) because i have found just how nice a real proper shave in the morning is and want to spread the joy.

This might not work as well since your wife probably knows most of those things you're into, being your wife and all. And so both probably has some exposure to the things you would want to proselytize, and probably doesn't want anything to do with the ones she hasn't picked up already.

But its worth a shot.

That, or get them something unique relating to what she enjoys. It's probably too late at this point. But I've always felt that a personalized or signed copy of a book was something cool. It shows that you're paying attention and will go through the trouble to get something that will be kept.

[Sky]

I buy my mother household supplies. She is so cheap and buys absolute crap, it's annoying having to use her kitchen, the paper towels don't actually work and the plastic bags are flimsy and leak. Money's been tight the last couple years, but I used to blow a few hundred bucks stocking her up with quality stuff. It really does make life a tiny bit better, every day.

My list this year is still a Taylor nylon-string classical guitar. At least I should be pretty good by the time I can get it (around 2017). We've called off xmas this year, but the fiancee feels compelled, so I'll probably get a classical guitarist footrest and some new steak knives.

Here's my actual amazon xmas list:

Tell Mama: Comp Muscle Shoals Sessions ~ Etta James
Best of ~ Wayne Hancock
New Orleans Piano Wizard: Live ~ James Booker
De Stijl ~ The White Stripes
Biggest Thing Since Colossus (Sony) ~ Fleetwood Mac
Live at Filmore West (Dlx) ~ Aretha Franklin
Then Play on ~ Fleetwood Mac
What Duck Done - 2nd. edition (with tab) by Tim Tindall (Author)
Acoustic Guitar Play-Along: Vol. 2 by Hal Leonard Corp. (Creator)
Music People FS7850B Guitar Foot Rest
Ultimate Guitar Play-Along Led Zeppelin, Vol 1 by Led Zeppelin (Author)
Victorinox 48792 Cutlery 6-Piece Steak Knife Set Victorinox

[rattran]

I have This waffle iron, and I love it. Makes great waffles. And they're heart-shaped so it doesn't seem quite as bad as buying just an appliance.

[ghost]

I think this is the waffle maker that she wants.  It will be all that she's getting, if that is the case 

I've been thinking about looking at some really kick ass headphones to request for my gift. 

Something like this.  I don't know if anyone has any experience with them. 

Or possibly some of the new edition D and D books, just for shits and giggles. 

[Viin]

How about these headphones? Wired has them on their top 100 gifts list.

[NiX]

Girlfriend asking me what I want for Christmas. Can't decide between the Tritton AX Pro or the AX 720.

I also need a new keyboard, but I can't decide which keyboard I'd like.

[Nerf]

Girlfriend asking me what I want for Christmas. Can't decide between the Tritton AX Pro or the AX 720.

I also need a new keyboard, but I can't decide which keyboard I'd like.

Headphones? What good is hearing a game you can't see? You need a set of these!

Or a wicked steampunk keyboard I got chastised for on some douchey steampunk forum for not using cheap materials and a knockoff model-m.

[Surlyboi]

How about these headphones? Wired has them on their top 100 gifts list.

I've got one of their Zeppelin iPod speakers, it's pretty damn good. I've tried the headphones, and if I went for that form factor I'd probably get them.

[ghost]

I've tried the headphones, and if I went for that form factor I'd probably get them.

How was the sound?

[ghost]

How about these headphones? Wired has them on their top 100 gifts list.

Yeah, so I ended up buying these since my wife already has a gift for me.  The sounds is very, very good overall.  You'd expect that for the price, I guess.  Also, the construction seems pretty good, although I wish the cables were a bit thicker/sturdier.  

I also purchased some of the Etymotic MC3s for working out and when I don't want big headphones.  These are really spectacular sounding, well balanced earbuds.  My problem is that they're a little too balanced, i.e. the low end sounds are a bit lacking.  The sound quality is spectacular for stuff like jazz or easy listening, but if you're pumping out some Tupac it' probably won't make you happy.  So buyer beware on these.  

[Chimpy]

In-ear headphones rarely have that great of bass sound as the driver is really too small to push the amount of air needed for bass efficiently.

[Surlyboi]

I've tried the headphones, and if I went for that form factor I'd probably get them.

How was the sound?

Pretty damned good.

[NowhereMan]

Think I'm going to get my dad the Life on Mars DVD set. Sadly he is very difficult to buy presents for since whether he'll like something or not depends largely on his mood, very, very immediate first impressions and the phase of the moon. I remember being forbidden to have Father Ted on when he was around because it was an awful programme and he couldn't stand it. Then about two years later he absolutely loved it.

At least if he doesn't like this one I can just keep it, I'll probably get him some Port as well just in case.

[Murgos]

I bet you took it the right way.  In the back of a Volkswagen.

Something something uncomfortable.  Sorry, I can't remember the quote.

[ghost]

In-ear headphones rarely have that great of bass sound as the driver is really too small to push the amount of air needed for bass efficiently.

They're worse than a lot of the other earbuds I've tried for bass. 

[Samwise]

I was stuck for a while on what to get my grandparents this year, and then I realized that the Firefly DVDs make a great gift for pretty much anyone who doesn't already have them.   

[ghost]

I was stuck for a while on what to get my grandparents this year, and then I realized that the Firefly DVDs make a great gift for pretty much anyone who doesn't already have them.   

For grandparents?  They must be pretty cool. 

[MrHat]

Anyone have any recommendations on bluetooth earpieces for the iPhone 4?

I was thinking Plantronics 975, but am open to other suggestions if anyone has some personal experience with them.

[Viin]

For the guys buying for ladies, you might check out a place like Etsy for some one-of-a-kind jewelry if she likes that kinda stuff.

http://www.etsy.com/category/jewelry

I got my wife a pendant with a dragonfly on it, it's better made than I anticipated. (Your mileage may vary).

[stu]

The Year's Work in Lebowski Studies makes for a good gift as a book for movie buffs.

Labbits

[K9]

For the guys buying for ladies, you might check out a place like Etsy for some one-of-a-kind jewelry if she likes that kinda stuff.

http://www.etsy.com/category/jewelry

I got my wife a pendant with a dragonfly on it, it's better made than I anticipated. (Your mileage may vary).

I'd recommend Etsy too. I bought a gift from DesignsByLEahBest for a friend and the quality was really good. She also responded really quickly when I couldn't get the international shipping option to work.

[Sky]

There is some cool stuff on there, but a quick perusal shows two things:

1) Hard to find good post earrings.
2) Apparently steampunk now means gluing some watch parts onto cheap jewelry.

[Morfiend]

I am getting lots of people Kindles this year.

For myself I am asking for Logitech G930 wireless headphones.

[Furiously]

I love my 330's - I think I've gone through 3 pairs of them.

[Yegolev]

Complaining bitches get whatever catches my eye on a stroll through Target.

[Sjofn]

I don't know what to get Ingmar this year, and he's one of those assholes who just sort of shrugs and says "I dunno!" when you ask. To be fair, I am also one of those assholes, but still! Waaah!

[stu]

Last Exit to Nowhere has t-shirts based on companies from popular and cult movies. High quality. Good stuff all around. They have fantastic minimalist movie posters too.

[Sky]

Last Exit to Nowhere has t-shirts based on companies from popular and cult movies. High quality. Good stuff all around. They have fantastic minimalist movie posters too.

 

[MuffinMan]

Last Exit to Nowhere has t-shirts based on companies from popular and cult movies. High quality. Good stuff all around. They have fantastic minimalist movie posters too.

Now I'm going to buy everything on that site. Fuck.

[Sky]

Stupid weak dollar.

[ghost]

Yeah, that store is spectacular.  I don't generally buy stuff that requires international shipping though, and my tee shirt wear has been drastically reduced in the past 5 years. 

[stu]

Sadly, the international posting dates for Christmas have passed, but if you're in the UK, there's still plenty of time to order. Forgot to add that before.

[ghost]

I am getting lots of people Kindles this year.

The "lots" part sounds expensive. 

[Evildrider]

I am getting lots of people Kindles this year.

Hey I need one since you are buying in bulk.   

[Morfiend]

Well, considering the price, and the total number of people on my list, 3 feels like lots.