Best Gift Ideas of 2017

When you wish upon a star, it makes difference where you are - your loved ones will love t....

When you wish upon a star, it makes difference where you are - your loved ones will love the gesture and everyone will remark on your unique, out-of-this-world gift. Bring a piece of the heavens a little bit closer to earth with this Name a Star package. Astronomy buffs and anyone who loves a unique surprise will go crazy over naming rights to a real star. In addition to bestowing a new moniker on their very own gas giant, each recipient will get information about stars and astronomy in general,

In Ireland, whiskey is referred to as uisce beahta, or the "water of life." We don't have ....

In Ireland, whiskey is referred to as uisce beahta, or the "water of life." We don't have a fancy phrase of our own to describe the luscious, rich flavor found deep in our favorite bottles of fermented corn or rye, but we do have something that's even better: this Personalized Whiskey Barrel that's the ideal gift for whiskey lovers from all over the globe. When times get tough, the tough start aging liquor in their own custom-finished barrels. Aged spirits are more mellow, often with richer, dee

Professional winemakers wax poetic about their careers. Planting vines, nurturing the grap....

Professional winemakers wax poetic about their careers. Planting vines, nurturing the grapes as they grow, walking the vineyard during harvest, bottling the magic, and watching people enjoy the literal fruits of your labors - it all comes together to create an unforgettable experience. Now you can give that feeling in the form of a wine gift with this Wine Making Kit with Barrel, so your favorite oenophile can see what it's like to pour their very own housemade Pinot, Chardonnay, or other tasty

Animal lovers are sometimes both the easiest and hardest people to shop for. On one hand, ....

Animal lovers are sometimes both the easiest and hardest people to shop for. On one hand, anything that honors our furry friends is fair game and you can pick almost anything and be rewarded with a hearty thank you and a chorus of adorable noises. On the other hand, animal lovers are constantly getting gifts like stuffed animals and nature documentaries so deciding on something truly unique can be a difficult task. For once, you've got a chance to master the art of gift-giving and nail the origi

The mysteries of the universe have come home to roost with this stunning Zodiac Cuff. The ....

The mysteries of the universe have come home to roost with this stunning Zodiac Cuff. The stars may be billions of miles away, but they've never been closer to earth thanks to jewelry made to honor the same constellations humans have been admiring for thousands of years. The cuffs are made using plated brass available in two finishes - burnished silver or burnished brass - to complement a wide range of personal aesthetics. The pieces are adjustable for a comfortable fit but this stunning adornme

Every rose has its thorns but apparently not every bloom has a name. For flower lovers the....

Every rose has its thorns but apparently not every bloom has a name. For flower lovers the world over, tending to those tender petals and nurturing a seed or bulb into a stunning floral display that exudes color and beauty is one of the most gratifying pastimes around. Once you've given your favorite gardener a bevy of tools, a comfy chair to sit in while weeding, and a few other essential outdoor knickknacks, what surprises do you have left? Well, there's no one more thanks to this Name a Rose

You don't have to be friends with Annie Oakley or Wild Bill Hickock to know someone whose ....

You don't have to be friends with Annie Oakley or Wild Bill Hickock to know someone whose love for the wild wild west (or a slightly tamer modern version) would make them the ideal recipient for this Adopt a Horse package. There's a certain beauty to wild mustangs: their unbridled lust for life is legendary and the site of the running free in their natural habitat is something no witness every forgets. Unfortunately, encroaching settlements, predators, and other environmental pressures are makin

Whether she thinks she's royalty or just acts like it, the special lady in your life needs....

Whether she thinks she's royalty or just acts like it, the special lady in your life needs wearable items that not only match but proclaim her lofty status in life. No, we're not talking about a tiara (those just get snagged in your anyway) but rather a snazzy apron that turns even the most mundane culinary tasks into an opportunity for self-expression. Muffins are more magical, cakes are worthy of a place at court, and meatloaf makes everyone sit up and take notice when they're served by a cook

Shakespeare. Jane Austen. Nicolas Sparks. Taylor Swift. Throughout the annals of time, the....

Shakespeare. Jane Austen. Nicolas Sparks. Taylor Swift. Throughout the annals of time, there have been many talented wordsmiths who have used their skills to honor their greatest loves. Now you can add your abilities into the mix with your own emotional odes stowed in this What I Love About Us Fill In The Love Journal. If you're in love, then you know that it's arguably the best feeling in the world. From the bouncy little butterflies that have taken up residence in your belly to getting giddy p

Once upon a time (and to this day, in many cultures), brewing tea was a ceremonial experie....

Once upon a time (and to this day, in many cultures), brewing tea was a ceremonial experience. There were many rituals involved and time was a secondary factor - if, indeed, time was factored in at all. Then came the sensory experience of sipping on the tasty brew and reveling in all the flavors as they dance across taste bud after taste bud. Today's fast-paced world makes hard to dedicate a chunk of each morning to traditional brewing methods but that doesn't mean flavor has to go out the windo

If you want to depress an oenophile, unplug their wine fridge. The desire to sip on some a....

If you want to depress an oenophile, unplug their wine fridge. The desire to sip on some adult grape juice is a mighty thing, but discovering that your bottle of Chardonnay is warmer than Phoenix in the height of summer is not only tragic, it'll derail the night's plans for relaxation completely - or at least delay it by at least an hour or two while the bottle sits in the fridge. Now you can save your friends and family from an unforeseen entertaining disaster by giving them these Glacier Rocks

Do you know someone who likes to crow about their own genius? Have them put their intellec....

Do you know someone who likes to crow about their own genius? Have them put their intellect on the line - or challenge them to up their brain power - with this IQ Test Gift Box. Unlike your buddy's boasts, this box is far from empty. The chalkboard-style exterior opens to reveal a jam-packed kit overflowing with materials intended to help the smartest people among us (and the smart alecks as well) gauge the true depth of their talents. From the explanation letter to the practice puzzles to the I

Don't worry, the sky isn't falling - it's just this Collapsible Sky Umbrella working its m....

Don't worry, the sky isn't falling - it's just this Collapsible Sky Umbrella working its magic as it keeps the storms at bay and everyone underneath dry as a bone. A rainy day can bring on a bout of depression quicker than you can throw on galoshes and go stomp in a puddle but you can combat even the biggest weather haters hissy fit when you surprise them with an outdoorsy accessory that's every bit as beautiful as it is functional. The Collapsible Sky Umbrella is part of the expansive Museum of

What's the meaning of life? Some people say it's having children, while others swear that ....

What's the meaning of life? Some people say it's having children, while others swear that we're put here to help others live their lives to the fullest. All those people are wrong. The meaning of life is clearly to challenge your loved ones to a trivia game and then beat them so bad they cry into their beer. Okay, maybe it doesn't have to be quite that vicious, but competition is healthy, right? Right. And that makes this giving this Trick Question game as a gift one of the nicest things you cou

Go for the record! Whether they've hit a new personal milestone, done something spectacula....

Go for the record! Whether they've hit a new personal milestone, done something spectacular worth celebrating or just totally rock, a custom framed record is a super unique way to commemorate it! These records are REAL black or gold vinyl records that have passed their prime and are being given a new life. In fact, the manufacturer recycles about 150,000 records per year for their various projects. To make it uniquely yours, a new custom imprinted label is added. You can choose from several of t

Handmade in USA Quote: "A sister is a forever friend" Your sister is your best friend, you....

Handmade in USA Quote: "A sister is a forever friend" Your sister is your best friend, your partner in crime, and the person who unlatched your bedroom window at night when you snuck out to get malteds with your boyfriend, Larry. You've fought over the little stuff, celebrated the big stuff, and giggled into the wee hours over boy bands and whoever was on the cover of Teen Beat. Sisterhood isn't just a connection, its an unbreakable bond - even when you're driving each other completely nuts. To

Looking for a wine gift that lasts longer than a single bottle of Nebbiolo? When oenophile....

Looking for a wine gift that lasts longer than a single bottle of Nebbiolo? When oenophiles are ready to swirl, sip, and savor, they mean business. A butter Chardonnay or pepper-laced Zinfandel can disappear faster than you can say "fermentation," but sometimes even the thirstiest person recognizes that their booze would benefit from a little more age. That's where this Personalized Wine Barrel comes into play. This handcrafted American White Oak barrel makes an ideal gift for wine lovers who wa

If you've ever walked into a friend's kitchen only to see them struggling for counter spac....

If you've ever walked into a friend's kitchen only to see them struggling for counter space thanks to a pile of recently acquired wine bottles, you know that something has to be done. Help them clear up the clutter in a way that's both functional and whimsical with this Mischievous Moose Bottle Holder. One glance at this bottle hold and you'll have newfound respect for Mr. Moose's ability balance his priorities. Play time is all well and good, but the ornery antlered dude is also doing a stellar

Rewriting the Rules of Midlife By Trisha Ashworth, By Amy Nobile There's no handbook to he....

Rewriting the Rules of Midlife By Trisha Ashworth, By Amy Nobile There's no handbook to help you get over the hill. No one really warns you what happens when you get older. Sure, you have a few girlfriends who moan about hot flashes and sometimes your mom will let you in on a secret or two, but for the most part, you're left to navigate the mogul-littered terrain that is midlife all on your own. Or at least that's how it used to be. Now bestselling authors Trisha Ashworth and Amy Nobile have com

Put down the gravy boat and back away from that ugly vase. If you're searching for wedding....

Put down the gravy boat and back away from that ugly vase. If you're searching for wedding gifts for your soon-to-be-wed besties, you need to think outside the box. After all, there are only so many tea cozies and ironing boards one couple can appreciate. For the newlyweds who deserve more - and for anyone else whose coupledom deserves a tangible reward - there's this Barrel Head Bottle Holder. A vintage bottle of vino is a great present for anyone celebrating their big day, but instead of dupli

It's 5 o'clock somewhere! Help someone special celebrate happy hour in style with this Bar....

It's 5 o'clock somewhere! Help someone special celebrate happy hour in style with this Barrel Head Clock that's every bit as fun as it is functional. Sometimes you feel like heading out to the wine bar to pop a bottle of bubbly or chow down on some cheese and a chilled Chardonnay. Other days you just want to be home relaxing in your PJs and cuddling a bottle of Cabernet. For the friend who wants to combine the two, this clock brings a tasting room vibe to even the simplest kitchen, den, patio, o

steers the plane. Whether you're behind the wheel of a 757, strutting your stuff in an itt....

steers the plane. Whether you're behind the wheel of a 757, strutting your stuff in an itty-bitty two-seater, or just dreaming of the day you can rack up enough lessons to take your first solo flight, being a pilot is the stuff of dreams. Feed into your friend's fantasy of pilot life or give them a wine gift with an aviation twist with this Pilot's Lounge Quarter Barrel Sign. Each piece is handcrafted and hand-painted in the USA with just enough distressing to lend the wood an antiqued feel. Fro

You don't have to trek to Tuscany or be anywhere near Napa to appreciate all the grape goo....

You don't have to trek to Tuscany or be anywhere near Napa to appreciate all the grape goodness of a fine wine. From the aromatic nose of a Nebbiolo to the chewy tannins of a full-bodied Cabernet, wine tempts the senses and turns an ordinary get-together into an extraordinarily good time. Now there's a wine gift perfect for entertainers who love to host but need a little decorative oomph to put their pad over the top. This Engraved Quarter Barrel Sign looks just like someone took the lid of a va

20 Essential Items for Every Room in a 20-Something's First Place By Chronicle Books, Illu....

20 Essential Items for Every Room in a 20-Something's First Place By Chronicle Books, Illustrated by Lizzy Stewart Adulting is hard. You turn 18, and you're suddenly thrust out from the comfort and shelter of your parents' home and left to fend for yourself. Even baby foxes are shoved out of the nest with sharp teeth to ward off predators, but all we humans get is a box of ramen noodles and an invitation to come back and do laundry on weekends. Among the many questions that crop up during this t

The feel of the precision-cut green under your feet, the crack of the ball as it leaves th....

The feel of the precision-cut green under your feet, the crack of the ball as it leaves the tee and sails through the air, the roar of the crowd (even if it's just two of your buddies) when you hit for birdie... It's all part of what makes golf such a popular pastime for professionals and amateurs alike. Golfers are a special breed, and those who love playing 18 holes know that relaxing after a round is almost as pleasurable as the game itself. What's do you get as a gift for golf lovers who hav

A Trivia Game for Serious Food Lovers By Joyce Lock Calling all food lovers! This addictiv....

A Trivia Game for Serious Food Lovers By Joyce Lock Calling all food lovers! This addictive trivia game allows players to strut their culinary stuff and prove who is the smartest foodie of them all. For the culinarily inclined who have everything, there's a gift for foodies that's less passe than truffle oil and tastier than artisan bacon smoked over a big ole block of cherry wood. What's this manna from entertainment heaven? Is it a block of pink Hawaiian sea salt? Bobby Flay in a giant grill-s

Life is a series of moments. Don't wait for the best bits to flash before your eyes - cher....

Life is a series of moments. Don't wait for the best bits to flash before your eyes - cherish every second with My Life Story, a massive diary that helps you catalog the events that make your life the incredible saga that it's in the process of becoming. More than just a diary, My Life Story is a place to track you from diapers to diapers, first cry to final smile, through the school years and career climb, highs, lows, and every kind of hurdle and unimaginable occurrence in between. There's spa

The 4 in 1 tool for perfect mojitos. Boost your buddy's collection of drinking gifts with ....

The 4 in 1 tool for perfect mojitos. Boost your buddy's collection of drinking gifts with this Mojito Gift Set that makes mixing up a batch of minty-fresh mojitos the easiest thing in the world. Mixology is a talent. It's shockingly difficult to layer liquor, mixers, and other additives in the right proportion. Fail to muddle the limes correctly and you could end up with a cocktail that's bitter or off balance. Add too much rum and you're not being generous, you're beating your guests over the h

The thump of the bass as it snakes across the arena floor. The flash of spotlights as they....

The thump of the bass as it snakes across the arena floor. The flash of spotlights as they sweep across the stage and into the screaming throngs of fans. Hundreds of people moving in unison. Cheers galore. The thrill of knowing you're witnessing history. Singing along at the top of your lungs to decades-old classics and new chart-topping hits. All your friends, together and happy, united in joy as you soak in the atmosphere of one more unforgettable night. It's easy to see why people pay big mon

Remember the good old days? Flock of Seagulls haircut, sky-high shoulder pads, and a nylon....

Remember the good old days? Flock of Seagulls haircut, sky-high shoulder pads, and a nylon fanny pack that stayed put when you felt the need to cut loose and break dance to your favorite Wham! jams. The ‘80s were awesome in a million different ways but perhaps the greatest thing about everyone's favorite decade was the humble mix tape. Sure, you can put together a digital play list or let some streaming service make all your musical decisions for you, but what fun is that? Reclaim your mel