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2012 Top Gifts
1. iPhone/iPod/iPad Video Glasses with 60 -Inch Virtual Screen$114.99
  In a nutshell, it's a pair of Virtual Glasses for your iPhone/iPod, or iPad! Imagine watching movies, playing games, etc on an enormous 60" screen that you have all for yourself! Fantastic way to have some personal fun! Imagine watching your favorite videos or playing with your favorite iOS Apps on a huge 60 inch screen that you have all for yourself!
2. Atari Arcade for iPad - Duo Powered$49.99
  Atari Arcade-Duo Powered brings Atari's arcade classics right to your iPad. Relive the fast-action excitement of all your arcade favorites, like Asteroids, Centipede, and Missile Command. Simply connect your iPad to Atari Arcade, download for Duo, and you're ready to share the fun with family and friends anywhere! With its joystick and buttons, Atari Arcade-Duo Powered is exactly the way arcade games were meant to be played!
3. Air Guitar Toy$19.50
  This Air Guitar will have you channeling your inner rock star in no time! Thanks to the air guitar, you can play like a pro without an actual guitar! All you have to do is press the buttons and strum along the infrared sensor that detects all of your hand motions. It plays all chords in major, minor, sharp, flat and 7th, so you can crank out some jams without the bulk of a real guitar. The built-in speaker lets you hear your tunes and it even features an earphone jack for quieter playing. You can also connect this air guitar to any music player and play along with your favorite songs, or with 10 preset songs! What more could you ask for? Requires 2 "AAA" batteries. Size: 8.25" x 3.5" x 1.5".
4. Remee Mind Control Dreaming Mask (as seen at Schoon.com)$238
  It's an REM enhancing sleep mask to get you dreaming. The premise is, that if your sleeping brain can be made aware that it is dreaming.
5. Retro Handset (Soft Touch Black)$24.48
  Designed by the French designer David Turpin the POP handset combines classic style with a contemporary edge and is finished with a luxurious soft-touch texture. Allows access to phone functions when making calls Eliminates over 99% of absorbed phone radiation. Turns your tablet computer into a telephone via Skype or VOIP applications Supplied with a 3.5mm plug.
6. Zero Fog Blaster - Silver Blaster w/Fluid$25.49
  Toy Gun shoots laser-like fog smoke rings! The Zero Fog Blaster launchs 2 to 6 inch diameter non-toxic fog rings that will sail to ten feet and beyond. Easy to use, they are great stress busters and with practice you'll be able to create bigger and better rings. The Zero Blaster uses the same liquid that Hollywood uses in the movies to make special effects fog. The fog ring is a rotating toroidal (donut shaped) vortex (whirling motion of liquid or air with a low pressure area in the center). The Zero Blaster has an elastic diaphram that pushes a burst of air through a small opening.
7. NFL Green Bay Packers Protoast Team Logo Toaster$23.74
  Toast Your Team with Pangea's original 2-Slice Toaster. Officially Licensed, this Toaster burns your favorite team logo right onto your bread. Cool-touch housing features reheat, defrost and quick-stop function. Both automatic and manual switch off. Toaster has removable crumb drawer for easy cleaning.
8. Coors Light Beer Box Cowboy Hat$34.95
  Re-defining beer fashion. Fun, hilarious, and oh-so-good looking. Crafted from an 18- bottle case of Coors Lite beer. Officially licensed; one size fits all.
9. New Potato Technologies Pinball Magic for iPhone and iPod Touch - Software - Retail Packaging - White$34.99
  The Pinball Magic accessory is the most realistic experience your iPhone or iPod touch has ever known. Realistic machine cabinet with folding legs for easy transport and storage. Download the free app from the App Store online store - Multi-player games - Dual flippers, plunger/shooter - Animated Backbox with LED's behind the glass, oscillating LED indicator to enrich gameplay experience - Classic and unique playboard layouts- Tilt detection, tilt warning and activation.
10. Polly The Insulting Parrot$16.14
  Polly looks innocent enough sitting on his little perch, but when Polly detects motion, he lets the expletives fly! In a fun parrot voice, Polly insults anyone who crosses in front of her, and make you want to punt her like a football. Polly stands about 8 inches tall, and requires 4 AA batteries.
Kids Toys
1. Magformers Carnival Set (Ages 6+)$79.99
  Build the thrill rides shown and then experiment with different Magformers connections to create your own unique Carnival ride. Explore and experiment with these three magnetic geometric shapes, the hexagon, square and triangle to create simple and complex 3-D models.
2. Sort and Snap Color Match (Ages 2+)$19.99
  Reversible picture cards appear in color on one side for matching and black & white on the reverse side to create your own designs. Helps teach color recognition, patterning, sorting and beginning math skills. Promotes memory, visual perception, creative expression, fine motor and hand-eye development.
3. Design & Drill Activity Center (Ages 3+)$39.99
  Power Up the Creativity! Kids power up their imaginations and build coordination and creative thinking skills as they drill chunky, child-sized components into a sturdy activity board. Children love following the colorful activity cards to create pictures and patterns.
4. Spot It Jr.! (Ages 4+)$9.99
  Truly Amazing! There is always one, and only one, matching animal between ANY 2 CARDS in this game. Spot it and you win! A sharp eye and a little bit of speed is all it takes to play the 5 quick family games included in this tin. All versions of Spot it available.
5. Pajaggle! (Ages 8+)$29.99
  Game, brainteaser, and puzzle all rolled into one. With many curious addictive games to play, Pajaggle Boards are a great way to bring people together! Three different ways to play. Winner 2012 Creative Child Magazine Game of the Year and ASTRA Best Toys for Kids Award. See School House in-store demo.
6. The Scrambled States of America Game (Ages 8+)$15.99
  Quick! Find a state that ends with the letter A. Now find one the borders Tennessee. Have fun learning about the United States in this madcap game of observation and quick reflexes. New deluxe edition features new art, new challenges, and a copy of The Scrambled States of America book.
7. Whoowasit? (Ages 7 to Adult)$49.99
  Reveal the secrets of the speaking animals and find the thief! Listen as the animals speak from the electronic chest and give you clues. By pressing the buttons, you will choose whether to search the rooms, speak with the animals or engage in magic. Work together as a team to find the magical ring before your time runs out! Winner of Creative Child Magazine 2011 Game of the Year. Family Fun T.O.Y. of the year 2011 and has the National Parenting Center Seal of Approval for 2012.
8. The Sneaky, Snacky Squirrel Game! (Ages 3+)$21.99
  Your forest friends are hungry and need your help! Spin the spinner, grab the matching colored acorn with your Squirrel Squezzer, and stash it with your log. Sounds simple, but you could also spin a sad squirrel and lose a turn, or a sneaky squirrel and steal a nut from another player. Received Parents' Choice Silver Honor.
9. Qwirkle (Ages 6+)$24.95
  Mix, Match, Score and Win! Qwirkle is a as simple as matching colors and shapes, but it also requires tactical maneuvers and well-planned strategy. The game consists of 108 wooded tiles with six shapes in six colors. Players score by building lines of tiles that share a common attribute. Qwirkle is quick to learn but long to master. Parents' Choice Gold Award. Mensa Select Award Winner.
10. Imaginets (Ages 3+)$29.99
  Imaginative play with magnetic shapes! Your traveling case includes 42 well-crafted wood blocks and 50 full-color designs to replicate. Fun themes include animals, faces, vehicles, activities, sports and structures. For added enjoyment the inside panels are dry-erase marker ready. Creative Child Magazine 2010 Preferred Choice Award. Major Fun Award!
Gifts for Techies
- Gift Ideas Under $5
  - Desktop Mini-Frames
  - Christmas Cards
  - Prints
  - 4x6 Photo Display Book
  - 4x6 Acrylic Photo Frame
  - Camera Cap Leash
  - CCCP Gift Card
- Gift Ideas Under $10
  - 10 PK of DVDs or CDs
  - Photo Enlargements
  - Can of Air
  - SONY Fashion Earbuds
  - Tripod Key Chain
  - Pro Wallet Photo Albums
  - Clip-On Lens Cleaning Cloth
  - CCCP Gift Card
- Gift Ideas Under $20
  - Sony Headphones
  - 4x6, 8x10, and 8x12 Frames
  - Photo Albums
  - 4GB Flash Drive
  - Personalized T-Shirt
  - Personalized Coffee Mugs
  - iPod/iPad Stylus
  - Portable Speakers
  - Packers Firkin Glove
  - Personalized Mouse Pad
  - CCCP Gift Card
- Gift Ideas Under $30
  - iKlear LCD Screen Cleaner
  - 8GB Flash Drive
  - Calendar or Photobook
  - Personalized Sweatshirt
  - iPod/iPad Car or Wall Chargers
  - Portable Speakers
  - 16x20 and 16x24 Frames
  - 25 PK DVDs or CDs
  - Skullcandy headphones
  - CCCP Gift Card
- Gift Ideas Under $50
  - USB Car Charger
  - Compact Universal Camera Battery Charger
  - iPad Cases
  - Laptop Sleeves and Cases
  - iHome - charge all your "i" products in one dock
  - 16GB Flash Drive
  - Wireless Mouse
  - CCCP Gift Card
- Gift Ideas Under $100
  - 8GB SD card
  - HD Movie Machine - play your videos/pictures on your HD TV
  - iPod Dock
  - Apple TV
  - Professional Camera Straps
  - Studio Photography Lights
  - Camera Bags/Backpacks
  - CCCP Gift Card
Gifts for Men
1. The James Bond Archives $126
  This book is a must-have for any man cave. Celebrating 50 years of James Bond, these archives include photos, designs, storyboards and production material.
  $126 from Amazon.com
2. iPad w/Retina display$499
  Give your man what he really wants this year with the iPad. Watch his productivity increase and his gaming skills get better.
  Starting at $499 from Apple.com.
3. 1:Face Watch$40
  Looking for a gift that gives back? The 1:Face watch donates proceeds to different charities based on the color watch selected. This sleek and minimal design is the ultimate win-win gift this season.
  Starting at $40 at indiegogo.com
4. Maps Rock Glass$25 per pair
  A pair of hand-etched, 10 oz. rocks glasses with custom wraparound street maps of major cities. A unique gift to remember your favorite city! Starting at $25 per pair from theuncommongreen.com.
5. Samsung 50" LED 1080p HDTV$900
  Have you always wanted that HDTV but can't decide which picture quality is the best? Don't stress any longer! The Samsung LED 1080p HDTV is the best rated HDTV for picture quality.
  Starting at $900 from bestbuy.com
6. Walking Dead Minimalist Posters$15.38
  Get something for the Walking Dead lover with these spiffy minimalist posters! Clever yet simple, any fan of The Walking Dead will enjoy these for years to come.
  Starting at $15.38 from Design Different
7. Nexus 7$199
  Be on the cutting edge of technology with the Nexus 7 from Google. This tablet is cost-effective, thin, light and portable. The 7" screen provides a great display for gaming, entertainment, work and more!
  Starting at $199 from Google
8. 3 months of beer$101.85
  What man doesn't enjoy a nicely brewed beer? How about supplying him with 12 hard-to-find, specialty microbrews from award-winning, regional breweries across the country each month?
  Just $101.85 from amazingbeerclub.com
9. New Wine Old Bottles Lamps$85
  The perfect addition to any rustic room. With over 25 different styles to choose from, there's a match for anyone.
  Starting at $85 from Peared Creation
10. Epic Frequency wall art$129
  Innovative wall art that speaks, literally! Just scan a QR code and get the audio. This unique, modern gift will surely turn heads in any office or home. Or customize your own sound and color!
  Starting at $129 from epicfrequency.com
Gifts for Women
1. Sephora Favorites Collector's Edition
  Fragrance Sampler For Her $75
  The perfect gift for the lady who can't choose just one....this set include 10 mini fragrance bottles along with a gift voucher to select a full size bottle after she discovers which one of these Sephora best sellers is her favorite.
  $75 at Amazon Sephora store.
2. Parents Personalized Gifts - Custom pop art
  artwork from kids photos $135.00
  Create a custom Andy Warhol style pop art print featuring the kids or her as the star!
  Starting at $135.00 at Amazon's all pop art.com store
3. Ultrasonic Jewelry Cleaner and DVD Cleaner $49.99
  Ultrasonic jewelry cleaner from Brookstone $49.99
4. Philosophy Snowflake Wonderland Set $22
  For the spa lover, Philosophy Snowflake wonderland Bath set. A cleansing and conditioning set for hair and body with a delicate, romantic scent.
  $22 at Amazon Sephora store
5. Kindle Paperwhite, 6" High Resolution Display
  with Built-in Light, Wi-Fi $119
  For the booklover, the brand new Kindle Paperwhite. The world's most advanced e-reader with an 8 week battery life, storage for 1100 books, built in wifi and 180,000 Kindle exclusive book titles
  Starting at $119 Amazon.com
6. SEPHORA COLLECTION Color Daze Blockbuster
  4.72 x 5.51 x 5.51" $49.50
  For the glamour girl - Sephora's Color Daze Blockbuster limited edition makeup palette. $49.50 featuring 12 eye-liner cream eyeliners, 6 top coats , 22 eyeshadows, 48 lip glosses, 6 lip and cheek creams, 3 blushes,3 luminizers.
7. Ancient Roman Glass Necklace on Sterling Silver
  Snake Chain $59.99
  This Christmas give her a piece of history with . jewelry featuring 2000 year old Roman glass made with .925 sterling silver starting at $59.99. Made from ancient glass shards recovered from archaeological sites in Israel each item comes from items like plates, vases, bowls and jars used during the Roman Empire. Every piece is one of a kind. Stocking Stuffers.
8. Keurig K-Cup Home Brewer $115.00
  For the coffee and tea lover. Keurig Classic one cup home brewing coffee system $115.00 Keurig's one cup brewing system now offers a variety of beverages other than coffee including gourmet hot chocolates, ciders and teas. Add the Ekobrew Cup, Refillable Cup for Keurig K-cup Brewers, Brown, 1-Count and use your own coffee. Stocking Stuffers.
9. iRobot 530 Roomba Vacuuming Robot, White $299.99
  Give her the gift of time - this is one cleaning tool you won't get into trouble for giving her....the iRobit Roomba automatic floor cleaner $299.99
10. Amazon.com Gift Cards -
  Give her the gift of shopping with an Amazon.com gift card! Amazon.com Gift Cards are redeemable storewide, have no fees, and never expire. Plus you can even download your own picture and customize the gift card.