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Silonn Ice Maker Countertop
George Vincent Willis
The Silonn Ice Maker Countertop makes a great gift idea for the mancave . It’s also a great gift idea for the office or people that like chilling in the garage. SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more . Silonn Ice Maker Countertop, 9 Cubes Ready in 6 Mins, 26lbs in 24Hrs, Self-Cleaning
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Mike O'Connor
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The Book of Unusual Knowledge
Ira Bowman
The Book of Unusual Knowledge is a great gift for people that want to know a bunch of weird stuff. This book also makes our list of great gift ideas for teens . The book of unsual knowledge really does encourage the curious mind so get a copy today. The perfect book for anyone with a curious mind and a
Charmeuse Kimono Robes – Cool Clothes
Mike O'Connor
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KitchenArt Ham Dogger
Dougie Giroux
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Shiatsu Neck and Back Massager
Mike O'Connor
Previous Next The Shiatsu Neck and Back Massager by NekTek is a great gift idea for anyone. It will bust up your knots right in your home. This device really works as a Shiatsu neck and back massager. It is great for the home & office. In fact, it is on
Kitchen & Cooking Gift Ideas: Great Gifts For Cooks
Mike O'Connor
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No I Will Not Fix Your Computer – Nerdy Shirt
Alex Dermer
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The Reverse Coloring Book
Krisi Miller
The Reverse Coloring Boo k: The Book Has the Colors, You Draw the Lines! This book makes a great for gift idea for kids because it’s fun and encourages creativity. SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more . The Reverse Coloring Book™: The Book Has the Colors, You Draw the Lines! Paperback – Coloring
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
Crock-Pot Lunch Crock Food Warmer – Great Gift Ideas
Mike O'Connor
Previous Next Crock-Pot 24-Ounce Lunch Crock Food Warmer, Deluxe Edition, Red…$34.99 on Amazon Everyone knows that Crock-Pot is the master of slow cooking. Now, Crock-Pot is also teaching us how to improve the taste of your lunches with slow warming. The Lunch Crock is made for the people on the go, so it has a cordless travel
Logosol Smart-Splitter | Faster & Safer Firewood Splitting
Mike O'Connor
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Work Sharp Rolling Knife Sharpener
Craig Wasilchak
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Vector Mini Personal Robot – Innovation Technology
Mike O'Connor
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ChopFit Chopper Functional Trainer
Mike O'Connor
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Moccamaster KBGV Select Coffee Maker
Krisi Miller
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Dougie Giroux
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DIY Hidden Door Hinge System – Secret Room
Mike O'Connor
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John O'Connor
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Citizen Men’s Eco-Drive Weekender Brycen Chronograph Watch
Damon Pistulka
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HR Approved Ways to Tell Employees They’re Stupid
George Vincent Willis
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Book Of Sith: Secrets From The Dark Side [Vault Edition]
Mike O'Connor
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Mike O'Connor
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IronMind Twist Yo’ Wrist
Mike O'Connor
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DIY Vasectomy Kit
Mike O'Connor
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The Kitchen Without Borders Cookbook
Mike O'Connor
The Kitchen without Borders: Recipes and Stories from Refugee and Immigrant Chefs A Culinary Journey Around the World Take a trip around the globe through the recipes in The Kitchen Without Borders . This unique cookbook features dishes created by immigrant and refugee chefs who now call themselves the Eat Offbeat family. The book offers more than just delicious food.
PRO-KNOT Outdoor Knots Booklet
Mike O'Connor
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Disc-O-Bed Bunkable Cot & Bench
Mike O'Connor
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Mike O'Connor
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The Moon Ring
Mike O'Connor
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Mike O'Connor
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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
I Love My Amazon Fire TV Stick
Craig Wasilchak
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Zero F’s Given Giftable Novelty Coins
Mike O'Connor
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Mike O'Connor
SPN has a lot of pet loves, owners, and friends! So whether you have a dog, cat, fish, reptile, horses, or an amphibian, these gifts for pets are perfect. This pet owner gift guide has all kinds of ideas. There are gift ideas for all types of pet owners. The idea is to provide great gift ideas for pet owners
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
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
Choker Sequins Necklace with Pendant
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT This Choker Sequins Necklace with Pendant is made a high-quality alloy and has color retention. It’s a simple fashion sequin necklace that also makes a great gift for women. The necklace has a length of 25.4 inches and weighs less than .25 ounces. It’s perfect for casual wearing or any other occasion so it’s a great gift
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Mike O'Connor
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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
UNLIKE A BOSS – Book Review By Mike O’Connor
Mike O'Connor
I bought a copy of UNLIKE A BOSS: Positive People Leadership Skills You Wish Your Manager Had, because Alexander N. Andrews became a member of SPN. We became engaged on LinkedIn, and I told him that I would buy a copy of his book, if he joined this site. I don’t write book reviews for every book that I read
Man Cave Gift Ideas – Great Gifts For The Man Cave
Mike O'Connor
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LOAAO 60X36 LED Bathroom Mirror
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
BISSELL Little Green HydroSteam Portable Carpet Cleaner
George Vincent Willis
The BISSELL Little Green HydroSteam Multi-Purpose Portable Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner is perfect for the home or office. It’s also great for the garage and make the list of best car accessories every warrior must have . This little steam cleaning machine can help you clean up all sorts of stains in a hurry. Bissell hit it out of the
GoGirl Female Urination Funnel Device
Mike O'Connor
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D’CENT Biometric Cryptocurrency Hardware Wallet
Mike O'Connor
The D’CENT Biometric Cryptocurrency Hardware Wallet protects Bitcoin, Dogecoin, or whatever cryptocurrency you want to keep safe. This biometric wallet easily makes our list of top gifts for geeks! It is a Bluetooth-enabled cold storage device that protects your private crypto keys with a certified Secure chip(EAL5+). It has a built-in fingerprint sensor, which both prevent others from accessing your
Snack Bowl for Stanley Cup
Candy
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
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
Kalamera 15 Inch Wine Cooler Refrigerator
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT I have been seeing more wine coolers in people’s kitchens lately. It’s probably got something to do with models like Kalamera 15 Inch Wine Cooler Refrigerator being more practical, affordable, stylish, and durable than ever. These things are a great gift idea for a man cave or she-shed. This 15 Inch Wine Cooler was also an easy
GO:LIVECAST Live Streaming Studio for Smartphones
Mike O'Connor
BUY IT NOW These GO:LIVECAST Live Streaming Studio for Smartphones really make it easy for any nerd to go live right from their mom’s basement. Trust me, I know all about it. You actually can GO:LIVECAST really easily from anywhere with this little gadget. You can go live to YouTube, LinkedIn, or any other platform with your smartphone using this
Sobro Cooler Coffee Table – Office & Man-cave Furniture
Mike O'Connor
Sobro Coffee Table with Refrigerator Drawer Bluetooth Speakers The Sobro coffee table is the ultimate entertainment hub for your living room. It features a built-in refrigerator drawer to keep drinks and snacks chilled, along with Bluetooth speakers for streaming music. Built-in charging ports keep your devices powered up, while LED lights add ambiance to the room. A sleek touch panel
Bedsure Orthopedic Dog Bed for Medium Dogs
Krisi Miller
The Bedsure Orthopedic Dog Bed for Medium Dogs is perfect for my little buddy. Thousands of people have bought it with mostly positive reviews and I agree with them. SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more . Bedsure Orthopedic Dog Bed for Medium Dogs – Waterproof Dog Sofa Beds Medium, Supportive Foam Pet
‘No Tear’ Funny Prank Toilet Paper
Mike O'Connor
‘No Tear’ Funny Prank Toilet Paper – Impossible to Rip…buy it on Amazon! “No Tear” Toilet Paper The “No Tear” toilet paper is a great gag, if you use it correctly. As a practical gift, it’s kind of crappy. However, it’s also one of the best gag gifts in the world, if you’re a complete #$*&@! It does make our
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
Massage Ball Kit
Krisi Miller
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
F*ck Off Sleeping Mask – Gifts For Women
Mike O'Connor
This “Fuck Off” sleeping mask will let people know exactly what your wishes are. The mask will help whoever wears it stay undisturbed while they’re trying to catch up on some sleep. It made from 100% silk so it feels as smooth as it sounds. The middle is filled with really soft cotton
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.
Epare Pocket Wine Aerator
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT The Epare Pocket Wine Aerator makes our list of great gifts for women because it’s doesn’t sceam “WINO” like the Wine Dispensing Purse; but it’s perfect for anyone that likes to bring the win to the party. It’s not as cool for home use like the Stemless Aerating Wine Glass, but you can take it anywhere. I
Ollie Olson the Ostracized Ostrich By Kristin Kott
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT Connect with the “Queen of Wipes,” Kristin Olson-Kott on SPN! Kristin Olson-Kott wrote, “Ollie Olson the Ostracized Ostrich” for kids! I made a deal with her that I would buy the book if she decided to create an account on SPN. Little did I know that I would enjoy a kid’s book so much! I
Your Leadership Legacy: Becoming the Leader You Were Meant to Be – Book Review
Mike O'Connor
Oakland McCulloch is an inspiring person in a lot of ways to a lot of people. I didn’t know anything about Oakland when I bought his book, “Your Leadership Legacy: Becoming the Leader You Were Meant to Be.” I have learned a lot of things and met a lot of great people by randomly buying books and reading them. I