2012 Great Gift Ideas for Geeks

We love geeks!   Geeks bring us great new toys like our iPhones, keep our computers computing, and slay that evil Boss level that you gave up on.  So this holiday how will you show your love to your geeks?   Here are some more great geek gift ideas!  

On the cheap end, there is a cool retro Instamatic camera iPhone cover, and on the high end a personal Makerbot 3D printer so your geek can produce his own dinosaurs!  Somewhere in the middle there is the Lytro camera-thingy that is so novel that you dont have to focus to take a picture - you can focus later on the computer!

Check out the entire 2012 Gift Ideas for Geeks entry to see a slew of options.

2011 Gift Ideas for the Suburban Handyman

We can't all have a workshop setup in the garage with a table saw and mitre saw but many guys and women are handy at maintaining their homes without calling for professional help.   This is the 2011 gift list for the suburban handyman (or handywoman).   These items are versatile, compact and relatively inexpensive for the do-it-yourselfer on your list.

My favorites gift ideas on this list are the Black and Decker cordless screwdriver, Dewalt 18 volt power drill, and Irwin Vise Grips locking pliers.

Check out the entire 2011 Gift Ideas for the Suburban Handyman.

Kitchen Gear Gift Ideas

Want to impress the well-stocked cooks in your life?  Forget the six-chamber egg poacher and get them a kitchen tool they'll actually use this year.

Here's Bon appetit's "Gear of the Year" list

Gear of the Year List

Gift Ideas for Fans of Reading the Classic Dickens

This is a very affordable gift that will provide hours and weeks of pleasure with one of the most pleasurable and educational pastimes.

Classic Dickens Books For Readers

2011 Gift Ideas for Wine Lovers

You probably have a wine lover on your list this holiday.   Giving a great bottle of wine is always nice but wine preference is also very subjective.  This list of gift ideas for wine lovers is designed to help you out.   The gift list was assembled by a wine lover of accessories that every wine lover will appreciate and use - regardless if the recipient loves Cabernets, Pinot Noir or Pinot Grigio!

Among my personal favorite gift ideas for wine lovers are:

• The Vacu Vin wine pump preserver
• The Wine Quick-Chill Sleeve
• The Aerating Wine Funnel and Filter Screen

Check out the whole list of popular gift ideas for wine aficionados.

Stylish Gift Ideas Under $100

Do you have a gal that you need to find a stylish gift for?  Check out Harper's Bazaar Stylish Gifts for under $100.

Stylish gift ideas under $100

Stylish gift ideas under $100

Gift Ideas for People Who Have Everything

So you've run out of ideas for gift ideas for someone in your life. Why not get them a gift card for a place you know they enjoy - restaurants, coffee, entertainment - all types of gift cards are available!

Gift Ideas for People Who Have Everything

Gift Ideas for Zombie Fans!

Everybody needs some help when it comes to a specialty topic like zombies.  Zombies are a craze that's sweeping the world and your sure to have a zombie fan on your gift list.   We put together some great gift ideas for zombie fans that are sure to bring smiles for your end-of-humanity survivalist!

Some of my favorite items on this list:

• World War Z - the oral history of the survivors of the Z plague
• Last Night on Earth - a board game for zombie survivalists
• The Walking Dead - a TV series on AMC

Check out the entire gift list for zombie fans here:

Gift Ideas for the Baker

We all have them ... friends and family members that love to bake.  Wouldn't it be great to give them a new baking cookbook?  Here are some highly rated cookbooks -- rated by Cooking Light.

Cookbook gift ideas for the Baker

Cookbook gift ideas for the Baker

Gift Ideas for Car Lovers

Whether you love cars or only tolerate them, most people need a car these days and these gifts will are perfect for those who spend time in and depend on their cars.

Gift Ideas for Car Lovers

Great Gift Ideas for the iPad Lover

If you have a friend or family member with an iPad (or getting one), these are some great ideas for the iPad lover!

Some of the sure-fire ideas are the:

• Miniot iPad Wood Cover
• Apple TV
• iTunes Gift Card, and
• Pad Pivot iPad holder

Check out all the gift ideas for an iPad lover here.

Stocking Stuffers for Teens

Are you trying to come up with some great stocking stuffer ideas for your teenagers?  Here are a few ideas that are sure to be a hit!   All teenagers will LOVE the Yard of Gum.   And all teenagers can use an iTunes gift card.

Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Teens:

Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Teens

Calendar Gift Ideas for 2012

The new year is coming and what better gift than a daily calendar. These are some of the most popular calendars from past years in their new 2012 versions. Whether they offer inspiration, a laugh, or just appreciation of life, you'll be glad you gave them as a gift.

Calendar Gift Ideas for 2012

Beauty Product Gift Ideas

Here's a great list of top beauty products -- by someone that's in the business -- Lesley Jane Seymour, the publisher of More Magazine.  Here are 10 top beauty finds that make great gift ideas or stocking stuffers for the women you love.  They will be amazed at the gifts you select!

Beauty product gift ideas

Beauty Product Gift Ideas

Gift Ideas for Classic Movie Lovers

With HDTV's becoming affordable, DVD movies no longer look as good. Movie studios have been busy releasing Blu Ray versions of classic movies. This list contains some of the most popular classic Blu Ray releases to give as gifts...

Classic Movies on Blu Ray

Spinning out a Great Gift Ideas for Cyclists

While giving a bike to your favorite cyclist may be out of your budget, there are lots and lots of great accessories you can give your spinning friends.  Accessories range from the immensely practical safety item - like this Blackburn Flea light - to the wonders of having cozy Pearl iZumi Select softshell gloves to keep fingers from freezing in cooler weather.

Check out the entire collection of great gift ideas for cyclists.

Kate's Best Grilling Gadgets

Are you looking for some great gift ideas for the men in your life?  Do they grill?  Here are some great grilling gadgets -- ideal for a gift or stocking stuffer.

Best Grilling Gadgets

Best Grilling Gadgets

Gift Ideas for Chocolate Lovers

Featuring a range of international chocolates, the chocolate lover in your life will be grateful for any of these great gift ideas.

Gift Ideas for Chocolate Lovers

Best Board Game Gift Ideas

If you have a snowy, rainy winter or just love board games, then this is the list for you.  These games are fantastically fun games, most of which have some several awards.    This list has a few that are child ready but most I would recommend 10+ to play.

These are all really terrific but to point out a few that I have spent many hours playing:

• Settlers of Catan
• Dominion

A couple I want for my own presents are:

Forbidden Island
For Sale

Check out the entire list of great gift ideas for board games.

Smart Gift Gadgets for Parents

Here are some great gift ideas for parents to help them stay more organized -- with the technology they use every day.

Smart Gift Gadgets for Parents

Smart Gift Gadgets for Parents

Gift Ideas for Family Game Night

The holidays are family time. These games are great gifts for friends and family alike and will give you hours of enjoyment together

Gift ideas for Families - Game Night

Leopard Print Gift Ideas

This is the year for animal prints ... especially leopard print.  So this holiday season, pick a leopard-print accessory for the women in your life.  It's sure to be bit a hit!

Leopard print gift ideas ...

Leopard Print Gift Ideas

Gifts Ideas for Gamers

This was a big year for gamers.  Lots of great new games and hardware rolled out giving lots of opportunities to give great gift ideas for gamers!  

This list focuses on hardware where we say lots of cool innovations especially the red hot Nintendo 3GS gaming system for portable play.   Up the price list from there is the awesome iPad 2, a great gaming device but a top tier price as well - heck, you can add both an Xbox and a PS3 for the price of one iPad!

None the less, lots of ideas.  Enjoy!

Gift Ideas for Gamers

Gift Ideas for the Cook

From Christmas gifts to stocking stuffers to hostess gifts, there are many great kitchen tools that make great gift ideas.  Here are a few gift ideas to consider.

Gift ideas for the cook.

Gift Ideas for the Cook

Gift Ideas for Kindle Owners

Kindles are booming in popularity because they are practical, light, hold tons of books and just work great. Now the Kindle Fire is here and is sure to convert millions of people to the Kindle and tablet world.  It's a flexible and inexpensive media device that, I believe, is really going to shift a lot of people away from TV's and Computers to simple, personal media players.  

If you are looking for gift ideas for Kindle owners or soon to be Kindle owners, there are some great accessories to personalize, protect and enhance their experience.   Some of my favorite ideas are the Amazon Gift card, Bose in-ear headphones, and the svelte Kindle Fire cover and stand combinations.

Check out the Gift Ideas for Kindle Owners!

Gift Ideas for the Teen Gamer

Do you have any teenage gamers that you're shopping for this holiday season?  Why not get them some gifts beside a video game.  Here are a few suggestions...

Gift ideas for the Teen Gamer

Gift Ideas for the Teen Gamer

Give the Gift of Camping Gear

Got an outdoorsman on your list?   This lift has great gift ideas for your camper and hiker.  These proven products are super useful and will be appreciated by your recipient.

Some of my personal favorites are the Camelbak bottles, the Petzl Tikka headlamp and the Black Diamond lamp.

Take a look, what else do you think should be on this list?

Gift ideas for Campers

Children's Books (Ages 3-8) Gift Ideas

Do you have young children that you are shopping for this Christmas?  Children's books are always a great gift idea for the young ones.  There are the classics ... like The Secret Garden or Where the Wild Things Are.  And many new, fun, colorful books.

Children's Books - Gift Ideas for Ages 3 to 8

Children's books - Gift Ideas for Ages 3 to 8

Exotic Gift Ideas for Kung Fu Students

Here's a list you don't see everyday!   A list of gift ideas for students of Kung Fu (gongfu).   Before you race off to buy these gifts, know the person you are buying for.  These are all weapons trained in Kung Fu but they might be ahead or behind of your recipient.   Some are quite advanced levels.

As a practitioner for several years, these are some of my favorite Kung Fu weapons:

• Paul Chen straight sword for Kung Fu or Tai Chi
• Double Short Staff
• Tiger Hook Swords

Check out all the gift ideas for kung fu students!

Gift Ideas for the DIYer

Do you need some gift ideas for the Do-It-Yourself family member or friend?  There are so many great power tools and aides for DIY projects.  Someday, I'd love the Pantone Capsure, but it's a bit pricey.  All DIYers should have a cordless drill!  The Dewalt Cordless Drill is my favorite.

Gift ideas for the DIYer:

Gift Ideas for the DIYer

Terrific Gift Ideas for Runners

If you hit the trails yourself or are buying presents for a runner, this is a list of great gift ideas for runners.  These items are fairly inexpensive and will get great use from anyone that likes to tour the world on their feet.   Some of my favorites on this list:

A runner's ID Bracelet
Pepper spray for runners
Handheld bottle carrier

See them all.

Great Gifts for Runners

Gifts for the Mobile Gadget Geeks

We all have have gadget geeks in our lives.  Why not get them some great new gadgets for their mobile lives.  The Nau Fluent Stash Bag is one of the greatest bags for organizing your electronics.   And if your gadget geek likes also tends to be a bit on the clumsy side, you might want to get a Bheestie Bag for their stocking -- great to have on hand if you get your electronics wet.

Gift Ideas for the mobile gadget geeks:

Gift Ideas for the Mobile Gadget Geeks

Best iOS iPhone/iPad Gift Ideas

Gaming has been radically changed by new mobile phones and iPads. Here is a selection of the most popular iPhone/iPad games from this year to give as gifts.

Best iOS Game Gift Ideas

Gift Ideas for Guitarists

Need a gift for a professional or amateur guitarist?   This gift ideas for guitarists is just what you need!   These items are great and inexpensive gifts that guitarist will appreciate when they play in front of a crowd or just practice at home.   Among the great ideas are:

• Stay in Tune with the a Clip-on Chromatic Tuner
• Rock the house with these glow-under-black-light guitar strings
• Create great sounds by playing through your iPhone with the IK AmpliTube iRig and AmpliTube app
• Control your tone with the Dunlop trigger capo in nickel 

Gift Ideas for Guitarists on Gangaroo

Gifts Ideas for Family Game Night

Does your family love to play board games?  Why not get the family a couple of new games this Christmas.  Board games also make great "gifts from Santa" to the family.  And, board games also make a great host/hostess gift.

Our family favorites are:

• The Settlers of Catan - a great strategy game
• Wits & Wagers - a great game of betting on the right answer
• Catch Phrase - a fun game with a large group
• Dominion - another great strategy game

Gift ideas for family game night

Gift Ideas for Family Board Games

Nice Gift Ideas for Golfers

Though the holidays aren't the height of the golfing season, the golfer in your life will always appreciate these gifts.

Gift Ideas for Golfers

Toys! Best Gift Ideas for 2011

The Toy Retailers Association votes up the best of the best toys for the holidays and that list is now on Gangaroo as the Dream Toys of 2011.

The star of the show is Milky the Bunny - a melt your heart plush toy for girls with several cuddly behaviors.   It's not stocked on Amazon yet in the US but watch carefully for it - gonna be big.   Maybe buy a dozen and peddle them to others on Gangaroo or eBay!  Besides Milky the Bunny, other great ideas include:

• Fijit Friends
• Nerf Vortex Nitron

I might put the Lego Nijago Fire Temple on my own wish list this year!

Nice Gift Ideas for Your Car Enthusiast

Guys love cars and take care of them like babies.  Picking the right gift for these guys is sure to make thier day and garage time more enjoyable.   Picked by fellow car lovers, these gifts are are both practical and excellent.   Highlights include:

Bonaire Rubberized Hose Nozzle

Griot's Garage Cleaning Clay

Cordless LED Work Lights and much more.

http://www.gangaroo.com/users/ee468c64/collections/gift-ideas-for-car-guys

Gift Ideas for Young Girls (Ages 6 - 9)

There are many great gift ideas for young girls.  Ann shares a few of her daughter's favorite gift ideas here.  American Girl dolls are sure to be a hit with young girls.  The nice thing is that you'll have great gift ideas for birthdays and holidays for the next few years to come with the clothing and accessories.

If your daughter or niece enjoys helping make cupcakes, the Babycakes Cupcake maker is the gift to get.  And what young girl doesn't want a Pillow Pet?

Here are a few gift ideas for girls ages 6 - 9 ...

Gift Ideas for Girls Ages 6 to 9

Gift Ideas for Business People

2011 is shaping up to be another year of game changing business books for people starting businesses. From the revealing Steve Jobs biography to The Lean Startup, these aren't merely books but ideas that are changing the way we all work.

Great Gifts Ideas For Cool Guys

If you have a guy on your list that like nice and unusual things, this list of gift ideas for cool guys may have just the idea for you.   In addition to the very cool Miniot ipad cover, there are a few neat stocking stuffers like the Scosche ClipSYNC.   The ClipSYNC is an office carabiner clip that integrates USB cables so he can connect and charge up his gadgets.   Also, more expensive is the super cool Dyson Air Multiplier - a fan without fan blades.   Cool gift ideas for cool guys!

Great Gift Ideas for Cool Guys

Gift Ideas for the Women in Your Life

Husbands and boyfriends are always on the quest to find great gift ideas for their wives or girlfriends.  If the woman in your life doesn't have an iPhone, it just may be the perfect gift.  If she already has an iPhone, does she have a fashionable Kate Spade iPhone cover?  There are so many cute designs to choose from.

And guys, leopard print is THE fashion "must have" for fall.  Check out Tory Burch's Leopard Robinson Mini Bag.  I promise it will be a hit for any woman in your life!

Here are a few more gift ideas for the women in your life ...

Gift Ideas for Women

Most Wanted PS3 Games for Christmas 2011

Not to be outdone, the PS3 also has a great lineup of games for the holidays. With exclusives like Resistance 3, this season is lining up to have more games to play the hours to play them.

See more here with the Most Wanted PS3 Games for Christmas 2011

Deep Gift Ideas for Swimmers

Gifts that support the healthy hobbies of the recipient are sure to get used and enjoyed.  This list of gift ideas for swimmers has got some nice products that swimmers are sure to use frequently.   My favorites is the FINIS Wave Monofin - sure the help a young swimmer build powerful dolphin kicks.

Gift Ideas for Swimmers

Best gifts for the World Traveler

If you have a traveler or two on your holiday shopping list, we've got some great gift ideas that your traveler will love.  These will become the things that they can't leave home without.    Here are a few favorites:

• Cocoon Grid-It Organizer
• Universal Power Adapter
• T3 Featherweight Journey Travel Dryer

Check out the 8 gift ideas for the world traveler

Best gifts for the World Traveler

Gift Ideas: Most Wanted XBOX 360 Games for Christmas 2011

For the Xbox 360 Gamer, this is a very exciting Christmas season. With exclusive games like Gears of War 3, there are just too many choices of excellent games.

I hope this list of Most Wanted XBOX 360 Games for Christmas 2011 is helpful

Gift Ideas for the Young Chef

Are you looking for some interesting gift ideas for the young kids in your life?  Well, it's never too early to get kids interested in cooking.  Here are some fun gift ideas for aspiring chefs.  And, they happen to be focused on making desserts.  Yum!

Here are some favorite gift ideas:

• Babycakes Cupcake Maker -- also available for cake pops, donuts & whoppie pies
• Frozen Yogurt & Icecream Maker
• Animal 60-minute Timer -- it quacks!
• Cotton Candy Maker

Gift Ideas for the Young Chef in your life

Gift Ideas for the Young Chef

Best Gifts Ideas for Teens Based on My Experiences

There are lots of gift lists out there but the best ones are made up by some store trying to sell some junk - they are based on real world experiences.   This best gift ideas for teens list is the stuff our teenage kids received and really used.   Nothing here got stuck in a drawer.   The iPod Nano is pretty obvious for any teen that doesn't already have one - as sure fire winner.  Settlers of Catan is a GREAT game that the family will enjoy many times over.  Its strategic, and requires thinking.  There are many ways to win it.

Hope this list of Gift Ideas for teens helps you!

Gift Ideas for Teens

Gift Ideas for Teen Boys

Do you have a few teenagers that you are buying gifts for this Christmas?  Teenage boys are the most difficult to buy gifts for!   Trying to find gift ideas besides an iTunes gift card or video game is tough!  

Well, here are a few gift ideas that your teen boys are sure to love ... 

• Freeboard Bamboo Bomber -- the ultimate of snowboarding - without the snow!
• The Hunger Games - a book all teens will love  
• Nerf N-Strike Stampede - be sure to add some Nerf amo with this!

Gift ideas for teen boys

Gift Ideas for Teen Boys

Gift Ideas for Geeks and Techs

This holiday season is going to be fantastic for the geeks and tech lovers. The number of amazing ideas that are smaller, faster and cheaper mean a plethora (I don't get to use that word everyday!) of gift ideas for techs and geeks.   Some of the items below are pricey and might be best for ideas to put on your own gift ideas list for others to buy.

Take a look at this awesome collection of the best of technology gift ideas for your list, including

Orbitsound Sound Bar
Kindle Fire
Zumba Fitness System

Gift Ideas for Geeks and Techs