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Space Heaters For Indoor Use
Craig Wasilchak
Check out these Space Heaters for Indoor Use because they’re great for the home and office. 2023 Newest Space Heater with Infrared Human Body Sensor Automatic ON/OFF (2meters). SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more. Space Heaters for Indoor Use,2023 Upgraded PTC Portable Mini Space Heaters with Sensor,Humidifier & 3D Flame Effect,1500W Electric Ceramic Heaters
YETI LoadOut Fishing & Utility Bucket
Mike O'Connor
Check out the YETI loadout 5-gallon, impact-resistant, fishing abd utility bucket! The YETI ultra-durable LoadOut bucket is designed for lugging, loading, hauling, and baling, so it easily makes our list of top fishing gifts! SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more. YETI Loadout 5-Gallon Bucket, Impact Resistant Fishing/Utility Bucket, Charcoal. Use our Amazon affiliate link
Thor’s Hammer Meat Tenderizer
Mike O'Connor
Previous Next Ever felt like you could really use the Power of Thor to pound your meat? Thor’s Hammer Meat Tenderizer is the solution that you have been looking for! The handle is loosely stylized to resemble the one on Thor’s hammer and it also has the famous inscription: “Whosoever holds this hammer, if they be worthy, shall possess, the
Dog Car Seat Hammock with Zipline
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Do you have an active dog who won’t stay in the backseat while you’re driving? Check out this Dog Car Seat Hammock with Zipline on Amazon now! Pet Adventure’s 3 in 1 Dog Car Seat Cover with Mesh Window, Waterproof Hammock Style Nonslip Scratch-Proof Adjustable Auto Zipline and Seatbelts. Buy this Dog Car Seat Hammock with Zipline on Amazon now! Dog
Power Press Push Up – Complete Push Up Training System
Mike O'Connor
Power Press Push Up Training System…Buy It On Amazon! Check out these other fitness items Perfect Fitness Ab Carver Pro Roller for Core Workouts $32.45 Core Prodigy Python Power Twister – Chest and Arm Builder $37.95 Marcy Wrist and Forearm Developer $19.99 This Power Press Push Up- Complete Push Up Training System in the image below will help you take your
Baby Registry – Create Your Amazon Baby Registry Through SPN
Mike O'Connor
Amazon gives us $3 when you create a Baby Registry at Amazon.com through SPN. It’s a way for SPN to raise funds so we can provide this free social media site. The bounty will not affect the price of anything on your baby registry in anyway. We appreciate your help and encourage you to create a free SPN profile so
Plug-in Heated Travel Mug
Dougie Giroux
Learn why this plug-in heated travel mug makes our list of best car accessories every road warrior must have . The Wagan 12V Stainless Steel 16 oz Heated Travel Mug with Anti-Spill Lid also makes the gift ideas for dads list. SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more . Plug-in Heated Travel Mug
Get The Hint Note Tags: Loud & Clear (NSFW)
Mike O'Connor
NPW-USA-USA Loud and Clear Get the Hint Sticky Note Tags Get The Hint Sticky Notes Want to save time writing responses to Home & Office notes? These notes will save you time while also helping them get the hint. Buy the get hint note tags on Amazon.
BigMouth Inc Dumbbell Beer Glass – Great Beer Lovers Gift
Mike O'Connor
Previous Next The BigMouth Inc Dumbbell Beer Glass, It’s a great gag gift for weight lifters, exercise fanatics, and beer nuts. It’s made of glass, awesome, and it’s also on Amazon for $13.99. This BigMouth Inc Dumbbell Beer Glass is for the heavyweight beer lovers. It’s has a real dumbbell shape and can also hold an impressive 24 oz. of
The Pregnancy Pillow – Maternity Pillow for Pregnant Women
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT The Pregnancy Pillow is great for anyone, especially pregnant women looking to get some sleep. If you can’t sleep then you need to grab yourself the Pregnancy Pillow. This 100% hypoallergenic pillow features a “C” design so you can get comfortable in a number of different ways. It won’t even matter what position you need to sleep
Dreamfarm Flegg Egg Flipper Ring
Dougie Giroux
If you’re like me, you like sunnyside-up eggs, but aren’t great at making them, so it’s a pleasure to introduce you to the Dreamfarm Flegg Egg Flipper Ring . This makes a great gift idea for cooks and should be in every kitchen. SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more . Dreamfarm Flegg
Stinger Whip Emergency Car Tool
Mike O'Connor
Previous Next CHECK IT OUT The Stinger Whip emergency car tool is so awesome it should be in everyone’s glovebox. This tool has many different uses becomes it comes with a razor-sharp seatbelt cutter, an 18″ steel cable, and a hammer it an ergonomic handle. The tool is able to help you escape emergency situations
Don’t Be Afraid To Learn A Lesson
Mike O'Connor
Don’t be afraid to learn a lesson no matter how old you are. And make sure to remember the lessons you learn along the way. If you’re constantly pushing to improve yourself and provide the best life for you and yours, should you really fear failure? It seems the best learning tends to happen during our biggest heartbreaks and moments
Condor Tool & Knife Half Spin Thrower Knife Set
Mike O'Connor
This Condor Tool & Knife Half Spin Thrower Knife Set is a great gift idea for men. The knife set is also great gift for teens and people that love the outdoors. Look at how much fun our friend in the video is having with these bad boys. These knives are serious weapons so make sure whoever you get them
Altra Men’s Footwear – Men’s Shoes
Craig Wasilchak
I’m a big fan of Altra Men’s Footwear because of the comfort factor and the bright colors. Anyone that knows anything about my love of fashion knows that I like bright colors and good shoes. SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more. Check out Altra Men’s shoes now Altra Men’s Footwear – Men’s Shoes. Use
Shoes: Great Gift Ideas For Shoe Lovers & People With Feet
Mike O'Connor
Shoes for everyone Shoes are something that most of us wear everyday, so they’re important. Therefore, we had to collect a wide array of shoes for everyone from shoe lovers to people that just like their feet. Are you a shoe lover? Or do you just enjoy your feet and want them to be happy, healthy, and pretty? Have no
Traction: Get A Grip On Your Business
Craig Wasilchak
Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business. Buy it on Amazon now! Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business Frustrated by personnel issues, profit struggles, and slow growth? Many entrepreneurs face these challenges. EOS is a practical solution used by over 2,000 companies. Learn how to strengthen your business with Traction and enjoy more focus, growth, and satisfaction. Check out
Vaporizer Hoodie
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Check out Vaprwear on Amazon now! Vaporizer Hoodies Achieve a stylish look while indulging in a discreet vaping experience with this innovative vaporizer hoodie. This remarkable garment enables you to enjoy your preferred waxes, oils, and e-juices through a concealed opening in the drawstring, allowing you to partake in your vaping ritual without attracting unwanted attention. CHECK IT OUT SPN is
The Willy Exerciser – Gifts For Men
Mike O'Connor
The Willy Exerciser…buy it on Amazon! CHECK IT OUT The Willy Exerciser is a great gag gift for any guy going over the hill. Make sure the guy in your life knows you care about the health of his willy. If he loves you then he will put in the work to make it work when you need it. The
Men’s One-Piece Thanos Swimsuit
Mike O'Connor
The Men’s One-Piece Thanos Swimsuit just screams manly to me. I would die laughing if someone gave this to me as a gift. Thanos would get his wish if I were this on a beach because half the people that see me would die. The chin is definitely in the right spot. I would have to start using all the
Veg Grow Tent 2 By 4 – Are Grow Tents Worth It?
Dougie Giroux
PreviousNext Are grow tents worth it? My jaw hit the floor when my buddy asked about it. Don’t get me wrong, you can get some great smoke from local weed dispensaries. However, I love growing my own marijuana when I am able to do so. I told my buddy to get over
Leakproof Fruit Infuser Water Bottle
Mike O'Connor
This Leakproof Fruit Infuser Water Bottle is a grat gift idea for fitness nuts. It’s also great for anyone that just likes healthy living. SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more. Zulay Kitchen 34 oz Large, Leakproof Fruit Infuser Water Bottle With Sleeve And Anti-Slip Grip – Men and Women’s Ideal Fitness Gift Or For
The OranguBag Portable Punching Bag
Mike O'Connor
The OranguBag Portable Punching Bag is great for anyone that likes training for boxing or MMA outside. You can take this portable punching bag just about anywhere there are trees to get a workout. The Orangubag portable punching bag makes our list of great gift ideas for athletes, especially those that like the great outdoors as much as punching faces.
BBQ Aprons For Men- BBQ Timer Apron
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT Let us keep it real here because you and I know both know the food taste better with the cook had a couple of beers. This apron is great for grilling fanatics and beer lovers so bribe the cook. Make sure your food tastes good and you get it first by bribing the cook with a quality
Beer Briefcase
Mike O'Connor
Previous Next The Beer Briefcase is also known as the beer case. It’s a great gift for beer lovers that take their privacy and seriously as their beer. Get one today so they know you love them as much as they love beer. You should never have to trust your precious beer with a cardboard box. This
Work From Home Essentials
Mike O'Connor
If you are going to work from home, you need these work from home essentials to keep your productivity high. You will probably also want to keep your sanity. Some will say that working from home is a blessing. Having the ability to work from home is a blessing because you have more freedom. You don’t have to deal with
The Simple Wild & Wild at Heart Novels Review By Tina Oliver
Tina Oliver
The Simple Wild and Wild at Heart are part of a three-book series that includes a novella between books two and three. This series is beautifully written by K.A. Tucker, who happens to be one of my favorite authors. Calla Fletcher has only known life as a much loved and pampered girl from Toronto. Calla learns her estranged father, Wren,
Massaging Bed Rest
Mike O'Connor
This massaging bed rest makes it a lot easier to pamper yourself. It’s also a great gift idea for anyone works from home or likes to read in bed. This bed rest provides a world class massage and light for reading. The arm rest closes the deal because they’re sturdy and comfortable. They also have a great cup holder and
My Shanghai: Recipes and Stories from a City on the Water
Baily B
My Shanghai: Recipes and Stories from a City on the Water contains many recipes from great Chinese restaurants . It’s a great gift idea for Chinese food fans! Named one of the best cookbooks of 2021 by the New York Times, Epicurious, Business Insider, Bookshop, Timeout, Glamour, and National Post. My Shanghai: Recipes and Stories from a City on the
Star Wars Gifts – Great Gift Ideas For Star Wars Fans
Mike O'Connor
STAR WARS STAR WARS fans made it one of the biggest media franchises in history, so buying Star Wars Gifts for fans can be a good idea. Shop for STAR WARS stuff on Amazon using our links so we can keep the site going. Buying Star Wars toys, games, and memorabilia here helps us provide a lot of free. services.
Extra Long Reacher Grabber
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RMS 34 Inch Extra Long Reacher Grabber – Foldable Gripper and Reaching Tool with Rotating Jaw. Get it on Amazon now! Extra Long Reacher Grabber Check out this Extra Long Reacher Grabber because it works great with my SlapTagz invention to help improve safety on the job site! Pick up items from the floor, top shelf, outdoor lawn, trash can,
Why Grandparents Should Wear Thongs
Mike O'Connor
Are you looking for really great anniversary gifts for your grandparents? Well, if they have a sense of humor as off as yours appears to be they’ll love “Why Grandparents Should Wear Thongs.” THIS IS JUST A NOTEBOOK WITH FUNNY COVER – THE COVER IS A JOKE! The pages are blank, so don’t expect us to justify your grandparents wearing thongs. This
Sublue WhiteShark Mix Underwater Scooter: Great Gift Ideas
Mike O'Connor
The Sublue WhiteShark Mix Underwater Scooter is a great gift idea for women or men, This is a great gift idea for anyone that likes to do anything from snorkeling to skinny dipping. It’s also a fantastic gift idea for SCUBA divers. The underwater scooter will help also you get the ocean at a smooth three and a half miles
Rapala Fish’n Fillet Knife
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Check the Rapala Fish’n Fillet Knife for anyone that likes filleting fish. It’s a great gift idea for people that like fishing or cooks that like good knives. SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more. Fish ‘N Fillet Knife – 7″ Blade Length with Single Stage sharpener and Tooled Leather Sheath Fish ‘N Fillet Knife
The Coolest Cooler – Perfect Cooler For Beach Or Camping
Mike O'Connor
Previous Next If you don’t think this is the Coolest Cooler than I’m not sure we can be friends. You can buy it on Amazon for $399.99. This thing is really cool and it also holds the record for the most-funded Kickstarter campaign of all time. It was able to rack up an incredible $13,285,226 in backer pledges. Yea, you
Bathtub Wine Glass Holder
Mike O'Connor
Previous Next The Bathtub Wine Glass Holder by Gotega is a great gift idea for women! It’s even better for women that are looking to unwind after a long day! It also makes it way easier to drink in the shower. Have you ever tried to balance a wine glass on the side of the tub? It’s sucks! The hardworking
Neosmuk Super Strong Magnets For Home
krisi-miller
The Neosmuk Super Strong Magnets are a great gift idea for anyone that dislikes hanging things with tape. These super strong magnets by Neosmuk are safe for the home and office. Check out the Neosmuk Super Strong Magnets because they’re great for the home or office. Hang tools, pictures, and more with the Neosmuk Magnets. Join SPN too! SPN is reader
Massage Ball Kit
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Check out this massage ball kit through our affiliate shopping links to help us provide our free services. Join SPN to network and market your products. Massage Balls for Myofascial Release, Deep Tissue Massage, Trigger Point Therapy – 6 Different Mobility Balls Targeted for Whole Body Muscle Relief, Plantar Fasciitis, Physical Therapy Massage Ball Kit I never imagined I’d eagerly await, and
STEALTH Core Trainer – Core & Full Body Gaming Workout
Mike O'Connor
The STEALTH Core Trainer combines planking with playing games. I feel like it more on the best gifts for athletes list more than best gifts for gamers list. I rather play video games than plank any day. The idea to incorporate videos games into your core workout is an admirable one. I give the makers of the STEALH Core Trainer
Beefer the 1,500-Degree Grill – Great Gift Idea For Cooks
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT What is a Beefer exactly? Yea, I didn’t think it was a 1,500-degree gas grill either. You probably don’t want to know what my original guess was due to my habit of living in the gutter. I guess I should have also thought about something involving BBQ. The more that I learn about this ceramic gas burner
Professional Digital Breathalyzer
Craig Wasilchak
The Professional Digital Breathalyzer is always a great gift idea for the mancave . It’s also great for anyone that wants to drink responsibility. BACtrack Element Breathalyzer The Element represents BACtrack’s most compact professional breathalyzer, designed for convenient portability wherever you may be. Utilizing BACtrack’s platinum-based Xtend Fuel Cell Sensor, it employs the same high-quality technology relied upon by hospitals,
Remote Control Helicopter – Gifts For Kids
Mike O'Connor
Remote Control Helicopter, S107H-E Aircraft with Altitude Hold, One Key take Off/Landing, 3.5 Channel, Gyro Stabilizer and High &Low Speed, LED Light for Indoor to Fly for Kids and Beginners(Red). Buy it on Amazon through this link to help us keep the site up. Read our affiliate marketing disclosure. Thank you! Check it out now! My nephew says this remote
Wooden Pirate Treasure Chest
Mike O'Connor
This Wooden Pirate Treasure Chest is a great addition to any man-cave. It’s also a great gift for kids or men that have some loot to store in a safe place. What makes the perfect wood pirate treasure chest? This wood pirate treasure chest is perfect because of its durability and ability to fit into a variety of settings with
PetSafe Bolt Automatic Interactive Laser Cat Toy
Mike O'Connor
The PetSafe Bolt Automatic Interactive Laser Cat Toy is a great toy for cats and people that love them. This cat toy was made for people that have active cats that like their peace. You can turn this bad boy on and leave the room, so the cat will be occupied for the next 15 minutes. Cats are dumb so
Warm Fleece Lining Moccasin Slippers
Mike O'Connor
These Warm Fleece Lining Moccasin Slippers join our list of great gift ideas for men due high-quality and reasonable price. Check out the reviews to see what I mean about the quality. They’re a little snug so you may want to get like a half size bigger than your typical shoes. I like
Godiva Chocolatier Gift Box – Best Chocolate
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Delight someone special with the world-famous Godiva Chocolatier Gift Box because Belgian Chocolate is a always a great idea. Godiva Chocolatier Classic Gold Ballotin Chocolate, Perfect Hostess Gift, Gifts for Her, Mothers Day Gift, Chocolate Lovers, 19 pc. Godiva Chocolatier – Best Box Of Chocolate You can’t go wrong with a box of chocolate from Godiva. Godiva is known as
Magnetic Wristband
Dougie Giroux
This magnetic wristband makes the list of great gift ideas for men. It’s also a great gift idea for anyone that works in woodworking or as an auto mechanic. Constantly looking for bits or reaching for nails and screws can be time-consuming, so this magnetic wristband is really handy. SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn
Cool Camping Gear Accessories
George Vincent Willis
Looking for cool camping gear accessories for a vacation or night out in the yard can fun. It can also be challenging to think about everything you may need while camping. Therefore, I took on myself to gather some of the coolest camping gear online for you to find here. This collection ins’t just for campers and those leading an
Roblox Digital Gift Code for 2,700 Robux
johnoconnor108
Roblox Digital Gift Code for 2,700 Robux joins the great gift ideas for gamers list. Roblox gamers will appreciate Robux because they can do more in the game. Roblox is a popular online game platform and creation system that uses Lua coding. It allows users of all ages to design and play millions of games across various genres. Robux helps
Estwing Machete with Saw-Back Blade
Mike O'Connor
The Estwing Machete with saw-back blade is great tool to have when in the great outdoors. It’s also a great gift for men as it would be welcome in any man-cave. You can use this machete for everything from cleaning up the yard to clearing out a campsite or gathering wood for your camping stove. Make sure to also read
Money Soap
Mike O'Connor
Money Soap is the best way to motivate dirty kids and most other people to clean up. It’s also great for people that like to gamble because each bar of soap has either a $1, $5, $10, $20 or even a $50 bill inside. However, you have the soap to get to the cash! Ole stinky and crew will be
Color Changing Light Panels – Home & Office
Mike O'Connor
These Color Changing Light Panels are Google Assistant, IFTTT, and Amazon Alexa Compatible so you can program them. They are also a really cool way to light up your home or office in many ways. Transform your office or living area on command simply by installing these color-changing LED light panels.
Veradek Outdoor Cooler Side Table
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The Veradek Outdoor Cooler Side Table is a great gift idea for the man-cave and a great addition to any outdoor get together. It’s perfect for the pool or patio. SPN is reader-supported, and some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more . Veradek Outdoor Cooler Side Table – 2 in 1, Black, 21 inch Veradek Outdoor Cooler
Stemless Aerating Wine Glass – Gifts For Her
Mike O'Connor
The Stemless Aerating Wine Glasses by Chevalier Collection are perfect for gifts for women guide. These unique wine glasses are a perfect gift for women due to their built-in aerating fountain. The fountain disperses wine out several different aeration spouts so oxygen gets into the wine to release more flavor. It also works great for top-shelf hard liquor as well.
Electric Tire Pressure Gauge
George Vincent Willis
Electric Tire Pressure Gauge It’s 2023, there’s no need for you to be using the same tire electric pressure gauge dad did when he first showed you how to take the number. This electric tire pressure gauge gives you an accurate read of PSI in just one try and thanks to its built-in flashlight, is easy to use at night.
Home Improvement Gifts For The DIY Crowd
Craig Wasilchak
Get some great ideas for home improvement gifts and learn how to use SPN to build your brand. Check out home improvement tools and gadgets that DIY people love. I know that SPN is here to connect people with great local businesses, including those in the home improvement industry. However, I like to do things around the house to improve
Zombie Vampire Blood Armblade Sword
Mike O'Connor
Zombie Vampire Blood Armblade Sword.Bloodrayne Agent Vampire Armblade Sword Overall Length: 27 Inches Blade Length: 14 Inches Includes: Free Nylon Sheath, Handle, Hardware. Stainless Steel. Buy it on Amazon! This Zombie Vampire Blood Armblade Sword is not a toy. It is however based on the arm blade from the movie BloodRayne. The character Rayne is the main protagonist of the
Split Heart Best Friends Necklace
Mike O'Connor
Nothing says you’re my best friend like giving someone half of the Split Heart Best Friends Necklace. At least, that is what I told my buddy before he told me we needed a little space. On a serious note, the necklaces have a heart pendant with each half on either side. Therefore, even if you’re far apart from your best
Werewolf Dog Muzzle – Gift For Large Dog Owners
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT The Werewolf Dog Muzzle is awesome if you want people to stay away from you while you’re walking your best friend! No one will bother you. This muzzle is made so it’s comfortable for large dogs. It’s also made to scare the hell out of people. This Werewolf Dog Muzzle is our first choice for our gift
Medieval Knight’s Helmet Decanter Set
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT The Medieval Knight’s Helmet Decanter Set is a great gift for the man-cave. It’s also a great way to store your favorite whiskey! The original Medieval Knight’s Helmet Decanter Set was a top seller in the 60s so we had one in our house. Maybe it’s the nostalgia, but I had to include this in the gift