Archive for November, 2009

Gift examples for a grand-father

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009

Our grand-parents worked so hard all their life that it is our duty to spoil them somehow. It all depends if you grand-father is active or not, you will need to adapt your gift idea.

For example, if he plays golf, then you could go with one of those suggestions. Same thing if he is a hunter or a fisherman. If he is not very active, or if he is already well equipped, you can find here some gift examples for a grand-father :

  • a pair of leather or polar gloves
  • a bottle of his favorite fragrance
  • a bottle of porto or a good bottle of wine
  • imported bottles of beer
  • a box of dark chocolate
  • a nice pocket watch

Enjoy your shopping !

Gift examples for a little boy

Monday, November 16th, 2009

Little boys love “guy’s toys” ;-).

That is why this list of gift example for a little boy only includes “safe values”…

  • A fireman’s truck
  • A policeman’s car
  • A police’s man truck
  • Dinosaurs
  • A Home Depot’s tool kit : Helmet, gloves, protective glasses, a tool belt
  • A radio controlled toy
  • A Diego figurine
  • A seek and find game
  • A pair of ice skates
  • A hockey stick
  • A kit of animal from the jungle with a Jeep
  • Toy swords
  • Small cars

You can find other examples here : Christmas gift for a boy

If you have any other suggestions, don’t hesitate to add them below…

Gift examples for a small Christmas present

Monday, November 16th, 2009

You are looking for a small gift that is not expensive, but can be useful too ?

You want to give something to your sister in law that is the party hostess, but you don’t know her that well yet? You want to offer something that is original and different, but not insignificant ? You are at the right place for that…

Here is, just for you, a bunch of suggestions and gift examples for a small Christmas present :

  1. a popcorn machine
  2. a popcorn bol
  3. studded winter shoe sole
  4. a cutting board and a knife
  5. A deluxe electrical bottle opener
  6. A nice designed wine bottle holder
  7. a box of fine chocolates
  8. a USB key for her computer
  9. a mitten like windshield scrapper for her car
  10. A gift set box from Tim Horton with a coffee mug, some coffee pouches, etc.
  11. An artisan gift bought at the Salon des métiers d’art

and why not offer that in the same Christmas wrapping ?

You can also get a look in the article : Christmas exchanges gift ideas.

Gift examples for a photographer

Sunday, November 15th, 2009

Like you may know, photographers are passionate people and in general, they are already well equipped. However, it is always possible to offer them nice gifts :

  • A camera…hihihi
  • A tripod
  • An umbrella
  • Rechargeable batteries and a charger
  • A book on photography
  • A software programme to edit his pictures
  • A printer (for pictures)
  • Special paper for printing his pictures(it’s not a joke…)
  • Ink for his printer
  • A carry bag for his camera and accessories
  • When it come to accessories, it is always a bit more complicated, since you need to know exactly what type of camera the person has .
  • Canon $5,000.00 gift card… hehe… Santa…. ;-)

A big thanks to Bratazor, a great photographer… so here’s a cliché :

In order to get his excellent services : bratazor@emotionchassepeche.com

Gift examples for your child friend’s birthday

Friday, November 13th, 2009

When your kid is invited at a friends birthday, its highly recommend that you bring a present for the friend that is the king or the queen of the day.

Of course, the gift must take note of the friend age. Generally, generic gifts are welcomed and are always pleasing.

Here is are some gift examples for your child friend’s birthday :

Ages 5 to 8

  • a small thematic illustrated book (example : planes, animals, etc)
  • small toy cars Matchbox like (gift idea for boys )
  • a crafting kit, for example a box set of scrapbooking scissors (gift idea for girls)
  • a puzzle
  • a social game expressly for kids

Ages 9 à 14

  • a social game
  • a pair of movie tickets
  • a videogame location store gift card
  • a theme related encyclopaedia

When you call the parents to confirm your child’s presence, you have the opportunity to ask for some gifts ideas related to the birthday child…

Gift example for a grand-mother

Thursday, November 12th, 2009

Your grand-mother took care of you for so many years! You need to show so recognition! What can you give to your dear grandma that will please her and that she doesn’t already have in industrial quantity ? The gifts ideas for a grand-mother are not that numerous and they really depend on the situation of your grand-mother.

You can always go with the traditional box of fine chocolates. You already know that she will offer some to all her guest, but it’s not really a matter since she will like them anyway. It’s the same thing with the box of fine crackers or cookies…

Generally, she will enjoy a family picture or pictures of her child’s. However, offer her nicely framed pictures that will be pretty with the frames that she already have. If you offer her a picture each year, be sure that the format will fit whit the ones she already have…

Grand-mothers love to get a nice tablecloth or a pretty floral center piece. A fresh cut bouquet can also be appreciated for her anniversary, Easter, Christmas or simply as a hostess gift.

Gift examples for a brother in law

Wednesday, November 11th, 2009

Brother in law… We can make it without them… So many services are exchanges between in law. Many different occasions invites us to give a small gift to our favorite brother in law.

So, a list of gift example for a brother in law is needed !

  • a pair of tickets for a humour show like Martin Matte : Comment devenir excellent !
  • or his DVD
  • a good bottle of wine (easy, ordinary, but a safe value)
  • a bottle of Porto (even safer !)
  • a hockey game ticket (the other ticket is for you obviously !) That’s the good thing!)
  • a complete day at the spa up North (for his wife of course !)

Come on… be generous !

Gift examples for a winter sports lover

Monday, November 9th, 2009

Those that play different winter sports need to adapt themselves at the harsh winter conditions.

Winter cold, frozen winds, harsh humidity… Everything to prevent us from enjoying what we love to do.

Nevertheless ! We have what you need to face those conditions.

Here is a nice list of gift examples for a winter sports lover :

  1. A hot Caban coat
  2. A North Face Jacket
  3. A hot doubled layer leather coat
  4. A hot water proof coat
  5. A Burton coat (snowboard)
  6. A polar face protector
  7. A pair of Thinsulate gloves

There is no doubt that those winter sports lover gifts suggestions will really please the person that will receive them !

Gift examples for a scuba-diving lover

Sunday, November 8th, 2009

Professional scuba-diving or simply diving for fun is a passionate thing. Sometimes, it can become one of the principal things to considerate when planning a trip or vacations. Scuba-diving… first of all a passion of discovery ?

I ask a good friend of mine to list some gift example for a scuba-diving lover. Of course, everything depends on your budget…

For a modest price (less then a 100$), there is

  1. a secondary lamp,
  2. a lamp for night diving,
  3. a book on Quebec’s scuba-diving places,
  4. a page to call people from under water,
  5. a bag to carry the bob.

For the higher budget (more then 100$) there is

  1. a diving computer
  2. a carrying bag,
  3. a complete pressure regulator,
  4. a complete 7mm suit or 3mm for hot places.

Wow ! There are a lot of choices !

Thanks Liette for those great suggestions.

Gift examples for a Tam-tam player

Sunday, November 8th, 2009

Either if it’s for your teenager, your boyfriend or girlfriend or simply your friend that loves to play this instrument, there is always a little something that you can offer the person that will please him or her.

You can also go in his or her favorite store and talk with the salesperson there. Here are some gift examples for your favorite tam-tam player !

1- A carrying bag,
2- A skin protector product,
3- Sticks (like he would love to have…;-)),
4- A gift certificate in his favorite music store.

There you go ! You can also take a look at the Steve’s Music website.