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Moccamaster KBGV Select Coffee Maker
Krisi Miller
The Moccamaster KBGV Select Coffee Maker is a great gift idea for coffee lovers , because it sets the bench-mark for perfect at home brewing. SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more . Moccamaster 53944 KBGV Select 10-Cup Coffee Maker, Candy Apple Red, 40 ounce, 1.25l Moccamaster KBGV Select Coffee Maker The Moccamaster KBGV
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rita
This LOAAO 60X36 LED Bathroom Mirror on Amazon hits all the fashion and great gift idea buttons. It is a big mirror with 3 different light settings, so it’s great for anyone that loves fashion and putting on makeup. It makes our list of great gift ideas for your girlfriend and for the home. SPN is reader supported, some products displayed
80/20 Sales and Marketing (Book Review)
Craig Wasilchak
The 80/20 Sales and Marketing: The Definitive Guide to Working Less and Making More is a book that anyone looking to make more should get. Grab a copy now! 80/20 Sales and Marketing: The Definitive Guide to Working Less and Making More. Get a copy on Amazon now! 80/20 Sales and Marketing: The Definitive Guide to Working Less and Making
The Camping Rocket Stove With Handle
Mike O'Connor
The Camping Rocket Stove with Handle makes cooking and warming up coffee outdoors a lot easier. It’s small and light enough to carry for any camping trip you go on. Setting up only takes a few minutes and it’s also easy to use. CHECK IT OUT Why use a rocket stove? This stove is small and uses wood fuel so
Kibosh Emergency Pipe Repair Tool
Patrick O'Connor
The Kibosh Emergency Pipe Repair Tool is great tool to have around any home or office. This tool can save you a lot of money and hassle by stopping a leak. I’m not a plumber, but I do own 2nd Chance Water Restoration, so I share this tip because I know it’s a wise investment. Many places could have prevented
Trampoline Sprinkler
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT The Trampoline Sprinkler answers the lifelong question that I ask myself every summer: How can we make trampolines more dangerous? You know your kids are going to be entrepreneurs if they have their friends sign waivers and set up a camera for their YouTube channel. Biubee’s 49′ long trampoline sprinkler provides the answer so many of us
Star Wars X-Wing Knife Block – Gift For Cooks
Mike O'Connor
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Dana Brooke
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Lifesize Endgame Nano Gauntlet
Mike O'Connor
There isn’t a marvel fan around that doesn’t want a Life-size Endgame Nano Gauntlet. Who doesn’t want to feel like they have the greatest power in the universe at their finger tips? Grab one for the super nerd in your life! This replica has a lot of detail including brightly colored Infinity Stones. The whole thing is 20-inches in length
Geometric Wooden Pet Bed – House For Cats
Mike O'Connor
There are few cats that wouldn’t like this Geometric Wooden Pet Bed. This a great gift idea for cat lovers, so it makes our list of best pet gifts. Also the icosahedron shape of cat bed makes it look a lot better than most pet furniture. CHECK IT OUT serviceprofessionalsnetwork.com is user and sponsor-supported social media
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
Know Your Worth – How I Feel About Gaslighting
Mike O'Connor
Are you familiar with the term “Gaslighting?” It’s a term to used to describe a specific form of manipulation that is used often by people that want someone else (or a group of people) to question what they know to be true. People that are good at gaslighting others can have people question everything from their own memories and perceptions
Sisyphus Table Kinetic Art
Craig Wasilchak
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Humorous Anniversary Gift ideas: Great Anniversary Gifts
Mike O'Connor
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Mike O'Connor
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Mike O'Connor
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John O'Connor
Check out Trope Chicago on Amazon to see some of the most unique and beautiful images of one of the Windy City! 27 diverse photograhers capture amazing photos! Trope Chicago Hardcover – Illustrated, October 1, 2018 Trope Chicago The first book in Trope Publishing Co.’s City Edition series gives a cool new take on Chicago . It’s packed with 206
Bomber Jacket Leather Swivel Cocoon Chair
Mike O'Connor
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Mike O'Connor
Segway-Ninebot skates are trendy now, so we are going share some details and reviews here. Let us know what you think in the comments. Segway Drift W1 e Roller Skates make our list of great gifts for teens. These self-balancing skates are also a great gift idea for women or men of all ages. Kids of all ages will love these things,
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Mike O'Connor
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.50 Cal Real Bullet Pint Glass
Mike O'Connor
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Hand Shocking Lie Detector Game
Mike O'Connor
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Mike O'Connor
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Mike O'Connor
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Prank Hearing Amplifier Ear Trumpet
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The Snack Bowl for Stanley Cup is a great gift idea for the man-cave or anyone that likes to watch sports while snacking. This Snack Ring is made to fit your Stanley tumbler. MEETI Snack Bowl for Stanley Cup Maximize the utility of your cherished Stanley Mug beyond your expectations by combining it with this uniquely crafted snack bowl. The
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Mike O'Connor
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Mike O'Connor
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Lisa Jiménez
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Mattel Classic Football Handheld
Mike O'Connor
Get the Mattel Classic Football Handheld for the gamers in your life. This Mattel Classic Football Handheld is a perfect gift for gamers that like the classics. The Mattel football was originally produced in 1978, this is the re-make version of the classic game! This gaming classic was around before Madden and it even predates Temco Football too. I would
Bug-A-Salt Exterminating Shotgun
Mike O'Connor
Previous Next The Bug-A-Salt is a great way to kill a pest. It might also be the coolest thing ever made to kill bugs. The Bug-A-Salt uses salt so you know where it gets its name. A few grains of salt are all you need to shoot some bugs. This thing will take
Hopside Down Beer Glass – Beer Lover Gift Ideas
Mike O'Connor
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The World’s Softest Blanket – Sleep Better With Comfy Blankets
Mike O'Connor
World’s softest blanket is the vote we are giving you here. Our house has a ton of blankets everywhere because no one can agree on the best room temp. We also all go from hot to cold in seconds apparently. Therefore, we have a variety of blankets ranging in thickness and everything else. The one thing we all agree on
If You Can Read This Bring Me Some Wine Socks
Mike O'Connor
CHECK THEM OUT The Women’s Novelty Socks – “If You Can Read This, Bring Me Some” (Wine, Chocolate, Coffee) Novelty Socks are a bestseller. They’re also hilarious, which is why they make our best gifts for women list! 8 out of 10 women polled for this blog approved of these socks as anniversary
Underbust Sweat Absorbers – Don’t Sweat-It Bra Liners
Mike O'Connor
https://serviceprofessionalsnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/ShortForm-Generic-480p-16-9-1409173089793-rpcbe5.mp4 CHECK IT OUT These Underbust Sweat Absorbers will help stay more comfortable and dry when the heat is up. Belly Bandit Don’t Sweat-It Bra Liners are the perfect underbust sweat absorbers that your lady friends have been dying for. Get a few today for your women. These underbust sweat absorbers also make our best gifts for women guide. You
World’s Okayest Mom Coffee Mug – Gift Ideas For Moms
Mike O'Connor
World’s Okayest Mom Coffee Mug…buy it on Amazon! World’s Okayest Mom Coffee Mug The “World’s Okayest Mom” coffee mug keeps it as real as it gets while showing that you still care for some reason. Get one of the world’s Okayest gifts for moms ! This isn’t a gift for great moms, but it’s a great gift for mediocre moms.
Trailer Hitch Hammock Chairs
Dougie Giroux
Hammaka Trailer Hitch Stand and 2 Black Chairs Combo – Wood Dowels. Buy it on Amazon now! Trailer Hitch Hammock Chairs Every road warrior has seen a spot where they just wanted to park and take it all in. These trailer hitch hammock chairs make it possible to relax anywhere in a matter of seconds. Attach the trailer hitch hammock
Zombie Apocalypse Survival Kit – Great ManCave Gift Ideas
Mike O'Connor
Previous Next The #ffffff;” href=”https://amzn.to/2Ey8UAj” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener noreferrer”>Zombie Apocalypse Survival Kit is something that makes a great gift due to the love it shows. Think about it. Nothing says “I Love you” quite like I helping someone survive the zombie apocalypse. These Zombie weapons come with: Gator Machete: High-carbon stainless steel body with both fine
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In Bibi’s Kitchen (A Cookbook)
Adam Keys
In Bibi’s Kitchen: The Recipes and Stories of Grandmothers from the Eight African Countries that Touch the Indian Ocean provides great African food recipes. SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more . In Bibi’s Kitchen: The Recipes and Stories of Grandmothers from the Eight African Countries that Touch the Indian Ocean [A
Star Wars Yoda Metal Bookend – Gift Idea
Mike O'Connor
Previous Next You can use the Star Wars Yoda Metal Bookend to display your love for the force! It will also mess with everyone that has OCD that sees it. Now, it looks Yoda is using the force to do some heavy lifting, but it’s only for lightweight books. Check out more cool Star Wars stuff
Minimalize to Maximize Your Happiness: Cut the Crap – Book Review
Leonard Goffe
This book reviews on”Minimalize to Maximize Your Happiness: Cut The Crap” by Jake Melton are not paid endorsements and both reviewers did buy the book on Amazon. Leonard’s take on “Minimalize to Maximize Your Happiness: Cut The Crap When most people think of minimalism, they think of a beanie-wearing hipster sitting in a studio apartment surrounded by blank walls who wears
Rib-O-Lator Barbecue Rotisserie
Mike O'Connor
Previous Next This Rib-O-Lator Barbecue Rotisserie is available on Amazon for just $99.85, so get it today! You’ll be able to rotisserie any type of food right on the grill, so this is a grilling fan’s dream. Cooking steaks, ribs, chicken, fish, or whatever you want is so easy with the Rib-O-Lator. You can also
Octane Turbo XL700 Triple Recliner
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT The Octane Turbo XL700 is a perfect gift for any man cave, but it’s also a great gift for women too. This is some quality furniture for $1,947.00 on Amazon so make sure you like whoever you’re buying it for. The Octane Seating Turbo XL700 Triple Recliner sure does take “Netflix & Chill” to a new level.
Workaholics Bear Coat – As Seen On TV
Mike O'Connor
Workaholics Bear Coat Official Workaholics Bear Coat Workaholics Bear Coat Previous Next CHECK IT OUT This Workaholics Bear Coat is an exact replica of the bear coat Blake wears on the show! It’s also a great gift for any fun-loving guy that wants to get his picture taken everywhere he goes! The bear coat is a great gift idea for men
Camping Cube Tent
nick
SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more . Camping Cube Tent Check out this camping cube tent, if you’re thinking about go with the family. You can use this as a canopy or a shelter, which you can set up in seconds. Use the canopy and attach a 10′ x 10′ shelter when you
Smokeless Indoor BBQ Grill
Dougie Giroux
Check out this Smokeless Indoor BBQ Grill because it gives you the taste without the smoke. This smokeless indoor grill makes a great gift idea for any kitchen. SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more . Smokeless Indoor BBQ Grill This smokeless indoor grill makes a great gift idea for anyone that loves
WalkingPad Slim-Folding Treadmill
Mike O'Connor
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2HMQ4HLqwQ The WalkingPad Slim-Folding Treadmill is a piece of next-level home gym equipment. It a flat treadmill that so it can fold up for easy storage. The high precision pressure sensor in the walking treadmill also makes it safer than traditional treadmills. You can control the WalkingPad in high, medium, or slow speed through footsteps on each of its three
Athletic Hiking Water Shoes
Kelly
These XIHALOOK Water Shoes are great and they make a great gifts for shoe lovers and fitness nuts like me. Anyone that knows me knows that I am all about shoes and being active. I’m on my feet all the time, so I take my shoes very seriously. I absolutely love running often the beaten trail out here in the
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.
Mini Bonfire – Portable Fire Pit
John O'Connor
Branded Boards Portable Mini Bonfire Campfire in a can up to 5 Hours of Burn Time Made in USA Reusable for Picnics Parties S’Mores Gifts Bushcraft Camping Survival Emergencies (Large 1-Pack). Buy it on Amazon now! Mini Bonfire – Portable Fire Pit This portable fire pit or mini bonfire is great for camping . It also makes our list of
Murphy Style Dog Bed – Gift For Pet Owners
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT A Murphy Style Dog Bed has to make the list of best gifts for pet owners! It’s absolutely perfect for people that love their pets as much as they love being able to have a clean looking living area. The ecoFLEX Murphy Style Dog Bed folds down out of a decorative cabinet. The cabinet comes in Espresso
PRO-KNOT Outdoor Knots Booklet
Mike O'Connor
It probably scares people to know that I enjoy tying knots, but I’m OK with that. My problem is that I always forget how to tie more than one knot so the PRO-KNOT Outdoor Knots Booklet is really helpful for me. I am sharing it here, because I can’t be the only one with this issue, right? This little booklet
Line Cutterz Ring – Quick Fishing Line Cutter
John O'Connor
The Line Cutterz Ring – Quick Fishing Line Cutter is a great gift for people that like fishing. Cutting fishing line can be a pain, especially while on a boat, so this little tool really comes in handy. Check out the video and product details below. SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more. LINE CUTTERZ
Delete My Browser History Medical Alert Bracelet – Great Gift Ideas
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT The SPN gift guides have a lot of great gifts, but few save lives like “Delete My Browser History Medical Alert Bracelet.” That was a joke, but this is enough truth in that last line to make this a great gift for men. Product description: “Delete My Browser History Medical Alert Bracelet” This gag gift is engraved with “Delete
Indoor Flying Insect Plugin Trap Bug Zapper
George Vincent Willis
I love this Indoor Flying Insect Plugin Trap Bug Zapper because I hate finding bugs in my garage and basement. It comes with 10 refills so it will last a while. A 9W Night UV Light lures them in and they get stuck on the traps. Plug-in Flying Insect Trap for Flies, Fruit Flies, Gnats, Moths, and Other Flying Insects.
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
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
Safety Light Curtains – Security Sensors & Alarm
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT These Safety Light Curtains with Security Sensors & Alarms have many practical uses. In today’s world, it might also be a good way to let someone know they’re not doing a good job with social distancing. Sure, it was made to protect doors and windows for residential use and safety for industrial use. However, desperate times call