One Family's Blog: Christmas Gift Ideas for Adults

Holiday gifts for adults come in the guise as gifts for grandma, grandpa, mom, dad, girlfriend, boyfriend, husband, wife, sister, brother, daughter, son, close friends, etc. While this list may sound overwhelming for those looking for Christmas gift ideas on an individual basis, not all apply.

For those on a budget looking for frugal holiday gifts, below are the top Christmas gift ideas for each category. As a Christmas shopper, the first assignment is to have a firm purchase count on each group. The next task is to form a priority list of gifts from each category as applicable. With the counts and the priority gift lists nailed down, purchase decisions are straightforward – keep tab on the costs to curb overspending.

Below are our choices for Christmas Gift Ideas for Girlfriend/Wife:

Product	Thumbnail	Price	Description
Lolita Lempicka Eau De Perfume		$34.26	Unique Sweet and Sexy Fragrance. 3.4 oz EDP Spray in a beautifully crafted bottle.
Shany makeup Kit		$40	Sunset Collection. 32 oz. Great designs in elegant box.
Danielle Vintage Deco Weekend Round Train Case		$13	Great Value. Perfect for a travel nut. Retro look.
The Complete Thin Man Collection		$38	The 7-Disc set includes the thin man, after the thin man, another thin man, shadow of the thin man, song of the thin man, the thin man goes home, and the alias nick & nora bonus documentary disc.
Philips HN 110 Folding Noise-Canceling Headphones		$40	Ideal for a recipient who is sensitive to noise. Go for the “Audio-Technica ATH-ANC7 QuietPoint” if budget allows.
Yogitoes Skidless Premium Mat-Size Yoga Towel		$50	Prevents slipping on your yoga mat and puts a hygienic layer between you and the yoga mat. 24x68 inches. Super Absorbent Material – 80% polyester and 20% nylon.

Below are our choices for Christmas Gift Ideas for Boyfriend/Husband:

Product	Thumbnail	Price	Description
Burberry Touch for Men Eau de Toilette		$44	3.3 oz Eau De Toilette Spray for Men. Unique fragrance: floral and citrus Leaves with mid notes of cedar and spice, and low notes of vetiver and musk.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 CAN OBD-II Scan Tool		$23	Retrieves generic and manufacturer specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC), includes definitions lookup software on CD and displays DTC definitions on screen. No batteries. Works with all OBD-II compliant U.S., European and Asian vehicles.
Citizen Men’s BM8180-03E Eco-Drive Canvas Strap Watch		$81	Eco-friendly – charges in natural sunlight or indoor light, water-resistant to 330 feet.
The Man with No Name Trilogy in Blu-Ray		$55	A Fistful of Dollars, For a Few Dollars More, The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly in Blu-Ray - enough said!
Audio-Technica ATH ANC3BK NoiseCancel Earphone		$55	Ultra-compact in-ear design ideal for a business traveler.
ESPN Films 30 for 30 Gift Set Collection		$50	6-disc set that includes the first 15 films from the series: Kings Ransom, The Band That Wouldnt Die, Small Potatoes: Who Killed The USFL?, Muhammad & Larry, Without Bias, The Legend of Jimmy The Greek, The U, Winning Time: Reggie Miller vs. The New York Knicks, Guru of Go, No Crossover: The Trial of Allen Iverson, Silly Little Game, Run Ricky Run, The 16th Man, Straight Outta L.A. and June 17th, 1994.

Below are our choices for Christmas Gift Ideas for Mom:

Product	Thumbnail	Price	Description
All You - 1-year auto-renewal magazine subscription		$19.95	Created for the value driver American Women.
Ladies Modern Stretch Cotton Cardigan by Port Authority		$25	6.5 ounce, 96-4 cotton-spandex stretch fabric. 1x1 rib knit construction. Gently contoured silhoutee. 7-button cardigan placket with dyed to match buttons.
Sunbeam Fleece Throw Plaid Heated Electric Warming Heating Blanket		$30	50x60 inches. Two year warranty. Fleece material – easy care.
The Sharper Image MSG-F110 Deep Kneading Shiatsu Foot Massager		$50	15-minute auto shutoff. Six deep kneading Shiatsu heads.
Umbra Trapeze Trio 4-Inch-by-6-Inch Hanging Glass Frames, Set of 3		$27	Wonderful display once you have it setup – frames suspended by wires from a rod. Design by David Fleisham/Nick Gillissie.
I Hope You Dance – Spiral-Bound Journal		$11	The hit song by the same title and the NY Times Best selling book captured the hearts of people the world over.
Thermos Nissan FBB1000 34-Ounce Stainless-Steel Vacuum Insulated Briefcase Bottle		$24	34-ounce liquid capacity. Keeps hot liquids warm for up to 12 hours and cold liquids cold for 24 hours. SS exterior with vacuum insulation.

Below are our choices for Christmas Gift Ideas for Dad:

Product	Thumbnail	Price	Description
Humor: Stories from the Collection More News from Lake Wobegon by Garrison Keillor Audio CD		$11.16	All from original live broadcasts of A Prairie Home Companion. Includes Rotten Apples; The Wise Men; A Trip to Grand Rapids; Truckstop; Smokes; The Perils of Spring; Let Us Pray; Alaska; Uncle Al's Gift; Skinny Dip; Homecoming; Pontoon Boat; Author; Freedom of the Press; Vicks.
Dorcy 41-4750 180-Lumen 4AA High Flux LED Cyber Light Flashlight		$22	Durable construction, Spot Reflector System, 5 hour run time, Super High Flux LED, 180 Lumen, 4 AA batteries – included.
Homedics VM-150 Body Revitalizer 5 Motor Massaging Mat with Heat		$40	Relieves sore muscles – variable intensity for personalized relief.
Vacu Vin Stainless Steel Wine Saver Gift Set		$21	Extracts air from opened bottles to slow down the oxidation process and keep wine fresh for 7 to 10 days.
Tuscany by Aramis for Men Set - edt Spray 3.4 OZ & Aftershave Balm 3.4 OZ		$37	Blend of Mediterranean scents of citrus, tarragon, cinnamon and fragrant woods. For daytime wear.
And the Pursuit of Happiness – Hardcover book by Maira Kalman		$20	A Best Books of 2010 Editors’ Pick for 2010 in Arts & Photography. An investigation of democracy and how it works.

Below are our choices for Christmas Gift Ideas for Grandma:

Product	Thumbnail	Price	Description
Sterling Silver Round-Shaped Peridot and White Topaz Fish Pendant, 18.5"		$89	August Birthstone Pendant packaged in Regal Blue Sueded-Cloth Pouch. Peridot and White-Topaz with 7.2 grams 925-sterling silver metal weight, 45 stones wth 1 carat minimum weight.
Nature's Best Bouquet		$40	Includes: Gerbera Daisy, Meteor or Florette Asters, Mini Carnations Roses, Matsumoto and Hannah Asters, Micro Pompoms, accented with Bear Grass, Eucalyptus and greens. Flowers arrive in our specially designed box to protect the quality and freshness during shipping with your personal message.
LumiSource Doe Li Lamp – Silver Touch Lamp		$50	Touch any part of the metal arm or base to turn on, and adjust brightness. 14" D. frosted glass shade with a 8" D. brushed metal base.
Janie Gross 18-inch Square Chenille Pillow		$20	Single red zinnia on tonal beige patchwork. 18 inches square. Janie Gross press color artwork design.
Envirosax Mikado Pouch		$36	13x13 inches with 9 inch shoulder drop. set of five eco-friendly, reusable polyester shopping bags with beautiful Japanese-inspired prints. Cut down on clutter with eye-catching style.
Brome 1015 Squirrel Buster Classic Bird Feeder		$35	Lots of grip for clinging birds. Patented technology – openings in the wire grid that align with the seed ports provide small birds access to the seed. With a squirrel or large bird, the grid comes down because of the extra weight closing access to seed ports.

Below are our choices for Christmas Gift Ideas for Grandpa:

Product	Thumbnail	Price	Description
Time Magazine Subscription with 1-year auto-renewal		$30	Fifty Six Issues at $0.54 per issue.
Life DVD Narrated by David Attenborough		$33	10-episode mini-series in 4 discs. From the producers of Planet Earth and Blue Planet – BBC’s award-winning Natural History Unit. 130 incredible stories from the frontiers of the natural world.
La Crosse Technology WS-7014CH-IT Wireless Weather Station		$34	Reads indoor temperature, humidity, and remote temperature. Time and Data from US atomic clock. Remote sensor up to 330 ft away.
Philips Norelco 6940 Reflex Action Men’s Shaving System		$33	Men’s corded shaver with patented reflex action system. Two year warranty. Ergonomic design.
The Everything Guide to Online Genealogy: A complete resource to using the Web to trace your family history (Paperback or Kindle book)		$11	Packed with tips on free databases, search sites, and downloadable government records.The 'Give as a Gift' button for Kindle Books in Amazon.com allows gifting Kindle books to anyone with an email address - your recipient need not have Kindle hardware - they can read the book using any of the other free online Apps.
Complete Do-It-Yourself Manual from the Reader’s Digest		$24	A major upgrade to the acclaimed 1973 edition – over 3000 photos and illustrations with good coverage of the tools of the trade.

Below are our choices for Christmas Gift Ideas for Everyone Else:

Product	Thumbnail	Price	Description
Ming Aralia Bonsai Tree		$20	Great indoor Bonsai-Polyscias from Hirt’s Gardens. 8” tall easy to grow indoor bonsai. Authentic Chinese Mudman and living moss makes for a great presentation.
Paderno 7 Piece Cheese/Chocolate Fondue		$23	Perfect size for one or two people.
Giant Microbes E. coli Ailmentaries Plush Toy		$9	Cute and Educational – accompanied by an image of the real microbe it represents along with info.
Kurt Adler UL2504 Snowfall Indoor 3 Light Set with 6-inch Tubes		$50	Snowfall indoor light set.
Silvermark Mini Santoku Knife		$10	Blue, Green, Red, or Orange Color. High-carbon stainless steel, non-stick knife. Sheath included. Great value. Innovative design.