What gift(s) could I request for Christmas that would make my life more interesting, social, or creative? [more inside]
posted by Kirn on Dec 9, 2009 - 11 answers

Looking for a colorful/artsy name plate to sit on an office desk. Does such a thing exist? If so, where? And if not, what might be some possible substitutes? [more inside]
posted by yersinia on Dec 7, 2009 - 10 answers

Good "experience" gift for my geek husband's 40th birthday? [more inside]
posted by geekgirl397 on Dec 6, 2009 - 13 answers

This Christmas, I'm giving everyone the gift of delicious and healthy home-cooked meals, but I'm blanking on how to wrap and/or present them at the Christmas Eve festivities. Everything will be pre-frozen, which probably rules out putting them by the tree with the other gifts, and the only other solution I can think of is leaving them in my car and letting everyone take theirs on the way home, which is lame. There must be a better way. [more inside]
posted by anderjen on Dec 2, 2009 - 15 answers

Every year I am at a loss of what to get my best friend for Christmas. He is a man who really has everything. He likes electronic gadgets but they are usually fairly expensive, and he usually wants something very specific that he ends up buying himself. When I ask him what he wants, he hems and haws and just says, “Nothing, I don’t need anything.” [more inside]
posted by batonthefueltank on Dec 1, 2009 - 46 answers

What to get my long-distance lover for Christmas? (NSFW) [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 12, 2009 - 5 answers

My girlfriend wants superpowers. What should I get her for Christmas? [more inside]
posted by moonroof on Oct 29, 2009 - 42 answers

What's a good present to buy a 25 year old newly licensed driver? [more inside]
posted by kerning on Oct 15, 2009 - 26 answers

Myself: absent during anniversary. Boyfriend: potentially finding gifts around the house. You: help me! [more inside]
posted by chronic sublime on Sep 21, 2009 - 18 answers

What would make a good, thoughtful gift for this newlywed couple? [more inside]
posted by alice ayres on Aug 3, 2009 - 15 answers

I would like to give custom wine glasses and wine with a custom label as a gift to my SO...advice?? [more inside]
posted by jdlugo on Jul 29, 2009 - 5 answers

What should I get as a graduation present for my sister - quickly? [more inside]
posted by Kirn on Jun 28, 2009 - 7 answers

Birthday gift ideas for mom? [more inside]
posted by idyll on Jun 21, 2009 - 4 answers

I want to buy a small cheering, comforting, gift for a friend who has recently endured financial troubles, a relationship breakup, the start of a new job and an interstate move - and moved back in with her parents. But we have very different tastes and I'm at a bit of a loss as to what, exactly, I might get her. [more inside]
posted by t0astie on May 31, 2009 - 20 answers

What are some good gifts for Japanese families? Also, are there any cultural taboos that I should be particularly sure to avoid breaking while staying in Japan? [more inside]
posted by bassooner on May 3, 2009 - 23 answers

I have an amazing, incredible mother. Really, she's awesome. This will be the first mother's day that I have the fiscal resources to show her, rather than just tell her, how much I love her. I'll be getting her flowers, that much is sure. In addition to that, I'd like to do something meaningful. My (boring) idea was make a donation to a cause in her honor. But you have more creative, but still meaningful ideas, right? :)
posted by charmston on May 2, 2009 - 26 answers

What is a good, relatively cheap, long-distance anniversary gift to give to someone on the other side of the world? We talk on skype, but I think it'd be nice to actually get her something. [more inside]
posted by zinge on Apr 19, 2009 - 9 answers

I am looking for birthday present ideas for a 95-year-old man whom I barely know. [more inside]
posted by feathermeat on Apr 15, 2009 - 19 answers

A good friend of mine is moving to NYC in a couple of weeks, to begin the Master's program in journalism at Columbia. Please help me think of a nice, relatively affordable going-away present! [more inside]
posted by nonmerci on Mar 30, 2009 - 13 answers

Birthday present recommendations for 6 year old girl. [more inside]
posted by preparat on Jan 8, 2009 - 12 answers

I bought a netflix subscription as a Christmas gift and I'm looking for something tangible/creative to put under the tree for them to open instead of just a card with the certificate.
posted by woolylambkin on Dec 18, 2008 - 9 answers

What are some good science/tech/math gifts for younger kids these days? [more inside]
posted by backseatpilot on Dec 11, 2008 - 13 answers

Clever/pretty ways to "wrap" gifts that are just pieces of paper? [more inside]
posted by ultraultraboomerang on Dec 10, 2008 - 16 answers

Looking for a $15-25 white elephant gift that starts with the letter D [more inside]
posted by Rallon on Dec 9, 2008 - 25 answers

[giftfilter] It's that time of year again. I want to send a Christmas care package to a friend who is volunteering with the Peace Corps in the Philippines. What's good to send? [more inside]
posted by radiomayonnaise on Nov 20, 2008 - 5 answers

What should I get my kind, but difficult to shop for in-laws for Christmas? More details inside. [more inside]
posted by shesbookish on Nov 1, 2008 - 13 answers

My parents have retired, and are mere days away from closing the sale of the house I grew up in and traveling the country in an RV. Birthdays and holidays become somewhat of a gift-giving challenge. Their space is limited, so getting them things seems unwise. I'd like to get them gift certificates to restaurants or activities that I've never been to and that I can't really visit personally. Are there any tricks to find fun things that I can get gift certificates for? [more inside]
posted by Plutor on Nov 1, 2008 - 11 answers

Two weeks after my girlfriend treated me to the most thoughtfully-indulgent birthday weekend imaginable, I broke up with her. Just a week has passed since we went our separate ways, but that means two weeks until what would have been our three-year anniversary and three weeks until her birthday, upon which I would otherwise be reciprocating her generosity. Is there anything I can do or say or give to mark the occasion appropriately? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 1, 2008 - 45 answers

What (item) do you wish you had when you graduated from college? [more inside]
posted by AceRock on Aug 29, 2008 - 20 answers

I'd like to donate a sum of money to a charity project, preferably an educational one, but I need some advice on which one to choose. [more inside]
posted by badmoonrising on Aug 20, 2008 - 7 answers

What present should my mother get for her 13/14 year old nephew? Complications within. [more inside]
posted by mustcatchmooseandsquirrel on Jul 15, 2008 - 11 answers

I need ideas for creative (and cheap) party favors for a "Death & Taxes" party I'm hosting early in June! [more inside]
posted by Jaqi on May 26, 2008 - 10 answers

NewOrleansFilter: What should I get for my girlfriend, who is going to New Orleans for the summer? [more inside]
posted by MaddyRex on May 22, 2008 - 9 answers

My sister graduates college this week, and I want to get her a gift that will be useful for her at work. She'll be counseling homeless people at various shelters and other locations in Washington DC. Besides pepper spray (our running joke), what are some practical gifts I could get her? [more inside]
posted by scottso17 on May 14, 2008 - 10 answers

Help with a Valentine's Gift. [more inside]
posted by CwgrlUp on Feb 5, 2008 - 14 answers

Suggestions for a birthday present for a one-year-old female cousin? [more inside]
posted by exlotuseater on Feb 1, 2008 - 18 answers

ModFilter: I've been dating a gal for under a month. She's great! Her birthday's this weekend. What do I get her here in Chicago? Hint: She's really into '60s mod culture. [more inside]
posted by HeroZero on Jan 22, 2008 - 18 answers

What do I buy a 15 year old kid who wants to make movies? He already has a camera, lenses and Final Cut. [more inside]
posted by rocco on Jan 8, 2008 - 36 answers

Help me come up with the perfect "remember me while you're away" gift. [more inside]
posted by mcarthey on Jan 7, 2008 - 23 answers

What's a good wedding present for someone who doesn't believe in the sanctity of marriage? [more inside]
posted by croutonsupafreak on Dec 29, 2007 - 20 answers

What do I get my Grandpa who can't do much anymore? [more inside]
posted by fishmasta on Dec 17, 2007 - 19 answers

Is there any way I can get my hands on some cool Scalino marble run pieces before Christmas? [more inside]
posted by Soliloquy on Dec 13, 2007 - 1 answer

What are some good web sites to buy cute, "hip" (whatever that means) t-shirts and other clothing for babies and toddlers? Bonus points if it's non-gendered. [more inside]
posted by dersins on Dec 7, 2007 - 30 answers

I do freelance graphics and have one client that has been a monthly, consistent paycheck for most of the year. I've billed them for about $15,000 since March. Most of my clients will be getting a card this holiday season, but I thought it would be a good idea to do something a bit more for this particular client. Suggestions? I'd like thoughts on both price range and specific items. Also, I have two contacts at the company: The big boss (male), who I speak to only occasionally, and the associate (also male) who is my main contact. The boss can be a bit demanding and has very high standards, but is generally respectful. The associate is a very sweet guy who I like on a personal level. He has also gone to bat for me a few times when the boss was being unreasonable. So: Gifts for boss, associate, or both? Thanks!
posted by SampleSize on Nov 14, 2007 - 22 answers

Help me find a good gift for my beloved, octogenarian, Luddite Aunt. [more inside]
posted by AgentRocket on Nov 7, 2007 - 15 answers

GiftFilter: Best toys for cube warfare? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 28, 2007 - 16 answers

When I lived in London, I used to bring US friends stuff from Harrods or Harvey Nichols as gifts. Now that I live in LA, what roughly equivalent gifts could I send to people in the UK? Bonus points if it's specifically related to LA, although just US related is good too. [more inside]
posted by forallmankind on Oct 19, 2007 - 11 answers

Recommend a birthday gift for 2-year-old twins, ships internationally and costs under $50... uh, please? [more inside]
posted by Chorus on Jul 1, 2007 - 21 answers

Best Wedding Gift Evar? [more inside]
posted by Ambrosia Voyeur on May 17, 2007 - 31 answers

My girlfriend gave me an iPod Nano for Christmas but I was going to ask for a iPod 60GB for my birthday. What can I do? [more inside]
posted by edbyford on Jan 7, 2007 - 34 answers