Gifts for the "hard to buy for"

[MJZiggy]

I have a few people on my list who are tough to shop for. Just thought it might be fun to toss around some fun or unique ideas.

I'm getting my mom a gift card to the local yuppie food store. She'd never shop there otherwise and has been begging for years for us to stop getting them "stuff." Dad may still like getting stuff so I'm still working on him...

[Oscar]

A vintage Oilers/T.T. jersey XL will do just fine here...Sis. :wink: :wink:

[MJZiggy]

That is certainly a unique idea...(I do want one as well.)

[Freak Out]

I would get them/him/her a seat on a raft down the Grand Canyon.

You can always get a seat on a private trip if you can't get one organized yourself:

http://www.gcpba.org/

..or you can get a ride on a commercial trip.

http://www.nps.gov/grca/

I have done a private trip with friends and strangers before and just loved it. One of those trips of a lifetime...18 days were just to short really. Between the river/whitewater, the hikes and the scenery it is just amazing. I am on the list for a permit again and get quite a few notices of private spots available after a cancellation. I Just have not been able to wrangle up enough people fast enough this year. :(

[LL2]

Gift card (her) and a Gift card (him). My parents are so hard to buy for too. Just buy for the kids and pass on the adults.

[MJZiggy]

I just got my former mom-in-law a copy of Silver Spoons, just translated from the original Italian, it's a thousand traditional Italian recipes. Hopefully she invites me over whenever she makes something...

[the_idle_threat]

I would get them/him/her a seat on a raft down the Grand Canyon.


Sounds like something you'd threaten to do to somebody. :lol: :lol: :lol:

Behave! ... or I'm gonna put you on a raft going down the Grand Canyon ... :P

[the_idle_threat]

I have a few people on my list who are tough to shop for. Just thought it might be fun to toss around some fun or unique ideas.

I'm getting my mom a gift card to the local yuppie food store. She'd never shop there otherwise and has been begging for years for us to stop getting them "stuff." Dad may still like getting stuff so I'm still working on him...

What's the budget?

[MJZiggy]

Well, my budget this year is cheap, but I was talking more in general, just kinda fun to share interesting ideas.

[GBRulz]

I just got my former mom-in-law a copy of Silver Spoons,

When I first started reading that, I'm like "wow, she must be a Ricky Schroeder fan."

My parents are so hard to buy for because when they want something, they just go out and buy it. I've been making some home movies on DVD from past pictures, slides, movies, etc and they love that, of course...but I just haven't had any time to do that this year. A home DVD and a gift card was what I've been giving in the past.... I have to think about this year though.

[MadtownPacker]

I have to think about this year though.Maybe you should give them some damn grandchildren. :lol:

[SkinBasket]

I have to think about this year though.Maybe you should give them some damn grandchildren. :lol:

Is that a proposition?

[Partial]

I think it is.

[Zool]

Papa Madtown. Has an oddly sinister ring to it.

[the_idle_threat]

Well, my budget this year is cheap, but I was talking more in general, just kinda fun to share interesting ideas.

Well, you could name a star after them with the International Star Registry (http://www.starregistry.com/).

Then, when they see you've wasted money on a scam like that on their behalf, they'll learn to be a little better at dropping gift idea hints in the future. :lol: :lol: :lol:

Giving a rubber chicken is another favorite idea of mine that has a similar effect. :D

[GoPackGo]

One of my favorite gifts to give is a punching rabbi hand puppet.

http://i2.ebayimg.com/08/i/000/c5/44/ecaf_1.JPG

http://cgi.ebay.com/Rabbi-Punching-Puppet-Hand-Puppets_W0QQitemZ110198492805QQihZ001QQcategoryZ19 027QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Its always been good for a couple laughs at christmas parties

[MJZiggy]

Well, my budget this year is cheap, but I was talking more in general, just kinda fun to share interesting ideas.

Well, you could name a star after them with the International Star Registry (http://www.starregistry.com/).

Then, when they see you've wasted money on a scam like that on their behalf, they'll learn to be a little better at dropping gift idea hints in the future. :lol: :lol: :lol:

Giving a rubber chicken is another favorite idea of mine that has a similar effect. :D

You've given me an idea. National Geographic (https://www3.nationalgeographic.com/genographic/index.html) has done a genetic study and if you send them a saliva sample, they'll trace your roots back 30,000 years. There's a book that goes with it too.

[Badgepack]

Keep it local

http://www.wisconsinmade.com/

[Badgepack]

Can't go wrong with one of these

http://cgi.ebay.com/STIGA-Table-Top-Stanley-Cup-Hockey-Game-Red-Wings_W0QQitemZ270190423244QQihZ017QQcategoryZ2522 9QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[the_idle_threat]

One of my favorite gifts to give is a punching rabbi hand puppet.

http://i2.ebayimg.com/08/i/000/c5/44/ecaf_1.JPG

http://cgi.ebay.com/Rabbi-Punching-Puppet-Hand-Puppets_W0QQitemZ110198492805QQihZ001QQcategoryZ19 027QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Its always been good for a couple laughs at christmas parties

:lol:

They also have this in "Fighting Nun."

http://www.thepierceco.com/supplies/graphics/690004.jpg

I included one in a wedding gift a few years back for one of my Catholic friends.

[Freak Out]

I built one of this company's 17 foot kayak kits and love the boat. These kayaks require a bit more maintenance than poly boats but they are fun to build.

Ya ya...I know you are not spending much but this is the kind of stuff I like to do.

http://www.clcboats.com/

[MJZiggy]

Giving a rubber chicken is another favorite idea of mine that has a similar effect. :D

I actually got one of those in my stocking a couple years back. If you squeeze it, it lays a clear egg with a yolk. :?:

[Fosco33]

Papa Madtown. Has an oddly sinister ring to it.

Isn't MTP a baby's daddy already :lol:

[the_idle_threat]

Giving a rubber chicken is another favorite idea of mine that has a similar effect. :D

I actually got one of those in my stocking a couple years back. If you squeeze it, it lays a clear egg with a yolk. :?:

Anything to be different, I suppose.

Another idea: Check discount retailers and resale shops (and goodwill and Salvation Army) for the ugliest vase you can find. Did this for a wedding gift once too, and they thought it was hilarious.

[MadtownPacker]

Papa Madtown. Has an oddly sinister ring to it.

Isn't MTP a baby's daddy already :lol:If they aint getting deducted from my check then I aint counting em!!!

[the_idle_threat]

This is called Travis Henry arithmetic. :lol:

[MJZiggy]

Papa Madtown. Has an oddly sinister ring to it.

Isn't MTP a baby's daddy already :lol:If they aint getting deducted from my check then I aint counting em!!!

I thought you just handed your check over...

[Freak Out]

Everyone needs socks and I think these are the best.

http://www.bridgedale.com/

I used to buy smartwool but they wear out to fast.

Underwear is always nice.

http://www.rei.com/product/684396

http://www.rei.com/product/731997

Anything from these folks rock.

http://www.ibexwear.com/shop/index.php

[Freak Out]

Python is always a good choice.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00004ZEU5/ref=nosim/?tag=pricegrabber-movies-20&creative=380333&creativeASIN=B00004ZEU5&linkCode=asn

[Freak Out]

Star Wars or Star Trek themed Christmas Ornaments always kick ass..

http://www.hallmark.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/category5|10001|10051|168559|-2;-107988;153052;168552;168559|products|Out%20of%20Th is%20World

The ornaments in years past were better...but you can get the wrath of Khan this year.

http://www.khaaan.com/

[oregonpackfan]

Hey Packer Rats,

You need go no further for cyber-shopping your innovative holidays gifts than our own MJZiggy!

On her website, she offers a variety of creative items for sale. First, she is a fine photographer and has an attractive selection of prints. The beautiful prints represent nature's beauty from landscapes and sunsets, to wild animals.

She also hand knits a gorgeous selection of scarves and shawls.

For those of you who met her at the PackerRats gathering, you know she is a well-organized person. When you order from her website, you can count on receiving the item in a timely fashion!

Check out her selection at:

http://zigknit.com

[Harlan Huckleby]

hey, I want to be model for the knitware! stuff will fly off the shelves. I can be quite dashing in a long scarf.

[MJZiggy]

Sorry, that job's been filled. She's a redhead. People seem to like that...

[Harlan Huckleby]

ya, but you're ignoring the gay market.

[MJZiggy]

Well if I'm going after the gay market I need a young guy with spectacular abs...where the hell am I gonna find one of those?

Oh. And thanks for the kind words OPF!!

[oregonpackfan]

Well if I'm going after the gay market I need a young guy with spectacular abs...where the hell am I gonna find one of those?



Judging by the guys who showed up at the PR gathering, you sure as hell won't find one of those guys on this forum! :lol:

[Harlan Huckleby]

my abs are spectacular. well, a spectacle.

[packinpatland]

Well if I'm going after the gay market I need a young guy with spectacular abs...where the hell am I gonna find one of those?



Judging by the guys who showed up at the PR gathering, you sure as hell won't find one of those guys on this forum! :lol:



:lol: :lol: :lol: !!!!!!!

[MJZiggy]

Well if I'm going after the gay market I need a young guy with spectacular abs...where the hell am I gonna find one of those?



Judging by the guys who showed up at the PR gathering, you sure as hell won't find one of those guys on this forum! :lol:

Where's justanothrerpackfan when you need him? Actually, really--where is he?

[Freak Out]

Hey Packer Rats,

You need go no further for cyber-shopping your innovative holidays gifts than our own MJZiggy!

On her website, she offers a variety of creative items for sale. First, she is a fine photographer and has an attractive selection of prints. The beautiful prints represent nature's beauty from landscapes and sunsets, to wild animals.

She also hand knits a gorgeous selection of scarves and shawls.

For those of you who met her at the PackerRats gathering, you know she is a well-organized person. When you order from her website, you can count on receiving the item in a timely fashion!

Check out her selection at:

http://zigknit.com

I don't see any socks on there? It's cold up here and I could use some more warm socks.

[MJZiggy]

I'll see what I can do, but right now I don't have the right needles to make socks. Would you settle for a beefy pair of slippers in the meantime?

[Harlan Huckleby]

Do you do custom work?


http://www.thedietdiary.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2006/08/Untitled-2.jpg

[MJZiggy]

Yes, but some of it can get pricey...and honestly, there are places you probably don't want to put wool....

[Harlan Huckleby]

Yes, but some of it can get pricey...and honestly, there are places you probably don't want to put wool....

I miss murphy, I'm sure he would have something to say about this.

[MJZiggy]

You're quite right. He would. And it would be funny too. Does anyone have his e-mail?

[Freak Out]

Do you do custom work?


http://www.thedietdiary.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2006/08/Untitled-2.jpg

Being an Alaskan I could use something like that....just not those colors.

[mraynrand]

Do you do custom work?


http://www.thedietdiary.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2006/08/Untitled-2.jpg

Do you have that in a large?

[MJZiggy]

Well since harlan was the one looking for it, I was figuring I'd have to go out and pick up some smaller needles....

[oregonpackfan]

Well since harlan was the one looking for it, I was figuring I'd have to go out and pick up some smaller needles....

You may have to alter the original design as well. Rumor has it that Harlan may have been "fixed" when he was a puppy! :)

[MJZiggy]

It was such an innocent idea for a thread...

[Zool]

In keeping with the direct wording of the thread title....wouldn't the shape be different?
















Sorry Zig, I couldnt help myself.

[MJZiggy]

You're forgetting, Zool that knitting is flexible and quite stretchy. Didn't know you guys had a problem keeping those things warm in the first place...especially if it needs to be stretchy...Hmmmm....

[Harlan Huckleby]

Well since harlan was the one looking for it, I was figuring I'd have to go out and pick up some smaller needles....

You may have to alter the original design as well. Rumor has it that Harlan may have been "fixed" when he was a puppy! :)

nah, we were a Jewish litter, so had a little nip, but the good stuff is still in place.

I am having second thoughts about emailing Ziggy my measurments. I'd probably order the Dirk Diggler edition and it would fall off. Wait, I could shrink it in the dryer! Have both my pride and a snug fit.