Before Internet shopping, buying gifts was a pain. It was fine if you were shopping for Granny (embroidered hankies or a box of chocolates) – because as we all know, grannies have impeccable manners and believe it’s the thought that counts.

But there was always that one person who seemed to eye unimaginative gifts with disinterest at best, and utter disdain at worst. When it came to buying a birthday present for this person you’d break into a sweat, knowing that you’d spend weeks traipsing round crowded shops to find an affordable gift that this person didn’t already own.

Then the Internet came along and changed our lives. In the gift-buying sense, at least…

These days, if you’re looking for an unusual gift for a gadget-obsessed brother or a unique present for a has-it-all friend – or even an alternative to the hankies Granny’s usually so grateful for – all you need to do is shop online.

The vast array of innovative gadgets, executive toys and nostalgic gifts that’s available on the Internet is staggering. What’s more, there are no crowds to battle through, no waiting for the bus (or for the rain to stop), and no tugs-of-war with crazed shoppers over the last undamaged teapot in the bargain bin. And with wish list websites like Kaboodle and Boxed Up, banking great gift ideas for another time couldn’t be easier.

Be honest, now; who wouldn’t swap a surly Saturday girl for exceptional customer service, or extortionate car parking fees for fast, low-cost home delivery?

So, make yourself a nice cup of tea, put your feet up, and read our guide to buying unusual gifts and unique presents for that special someone who seems to have everything…

Unusual gifts for mums, grannies and aunties

The way to warm a lady’s heart isn’t with a diamond… do it with a Slanket, and save yourself a small fortune. Is it a blanket? Is it a jacket? It’s both! The Slanket is a blanket with sleeves, so you can snuggle up on the sofa but keep your arms free for drinking tea, doing the crossword or stroking the cat. The Slanket comes in a variety of colours and is a thoughtful and unusual gift that any lady will be delighted with.

Unusual gifts for gadget lovers

Internet shopping has made it far easier to find unusual gifts for gadget lovers. Like the USB charging adapter which fits into your car’s lighter socket so you can charge your MP3 player on the move. Or the rev counter alarm clock, which wakes you up in the morning with the roar of a V8 engine. Or remote control lederhosen, which yodel and are controlled with a knockwurst. What gadget addict wouldn’t be proud to own one of those?

Retro sweets and nostalgic gifts

Hands up if you remember Space Dust, Parma Violets and chocolate cigarettes… Retro sweeties are back, and they taste better than ever! Give the gift of nostalgia – a bumper pack of retro sweets is the perfect way to celebrate the birthday of anyone who was a child in the 60s, 70s or 80s.

For a nostalgic gift with a modern twist, give recordable CDs that look just like old vinyl records. And for a big kid trapped in a 40-something’s body, give a giant retro space hopper; they’re just as much fun today as they were when we were children, but adult sized.

Unique gifts for the home

Gadgets and gizmos for the home make perfect gifts for just about anybody. Like the monkey peeler, a monkey-shaped device which is used for peeling vegetables, not monkeys. Or the peace of cake mould, which produces cakes decorated with the CND logo. Or bath pearls, a set of three colour changing, floating lights which look just like giant pearls.

Unusual office gifts

Daft desktop toys are a great distraction from the tedium of working, and they’re a fun way to cheer up a dull desk. Take the crazy cat lady, for instance. She has a collection of cats, some of which live in her pockets. Every town has one, and so should every desk!  

Then there’s the evolving Darwin, a series of desktop figures that celebrate man’s evolution from pond life to modern man, in the shape of Charles Darwin. Who wouldn’t be delighted to share their desk with one of science’s greatest minds?

Utterly silly gifts

Watching the bemused look on the face of someone who’s just received an emergency yodel button is a gift in itself. Press the button to receive a realistic emergency yodel – it’s totally pointless, but that’s the point! 

Internet shopping has changed the art of gift-giving forever. No more queues, no more crowds, no more hankies and no more money in birthday cards. Unless it’s one of our million pound notes, of course…

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Having problems trying to find a gift for an elderly aunt, uncle or grandparent? If you are then why not think about getting them The Slanket blanket. As you will soon discover not only will they find this gift extremely useful you may consider purchasing one for yourself.

So just what is a Slanket?

The first that you will notice is that this particular item looks very similar to a fleece blanket that you would use on your bed. However, it also comes with sleeves so that it now provides you with the ability to use your hands whilst you are sat on the sofa at home watching TV or reading a book.

Although most people will tend to use theirs when sat watching TV or reading a book in the living room it can be used in other places. Have you thought about taking yours when you go camping or when you spend time on the beach.

This particular item was designed originally for adults but it soon proved popular with many children. So as a result the company that product this particular item chose to develop a child’s one as well.

When it comes to purchasing such an item a few stores locally may provide you with your need. However, if you want to have more options when it comes to the color of the Slanket you purchase then you would be far better of purchasing it online. As you will soon discover when it comes to color there are plenty of sites that sell this product and all offer the various colors in which it comes.

Once you have purchased your Slanket then of course you need to work out the way to wear it. Below we offer some tips you may find useful to ensure that you wear yours correctly and so ensure that not only are your hands free but it will keep you warm at all times.

Step 1 – After removing the item from its packaging lay it out on a flat surface as this will help you to note its shape and determine which hole your head goes through and which holes your arms go through. So the actual process of putting the item becomes a great deal easier.

Step 2 – Next take hold of the Slanket at the top where the hole is for your head to go through and slide it over. If you want folding the item up from the bottom can make putting your head through the hole a great deal simpler.

Step 3 – After you have put your head through the top hole now you just need to slide your arms along the sleeves which are over sized until your hands appear at the end. Then simply allow the blanket to fall around you to the floor.

As you can see from above putting on The Slanket is easy. However, for the older people and children assistance may be required initially in order that they can be shown how to use it. But once they have put it on with your assistance the first time after that they will be able to manage quite well on their own.

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Are you and your significant other tired of the same gifts? Maybe roses, chocolates, and jewelry don’t satisfy you enough. What you need is something a little less romantic. Maybe you want something that’s fun, yet practical. It’s unusual and different. Maybe what you’re both looking for is a double Slanket. The double Slanket truly makes an unusual Valentine’s Day gift.

By now, you must have heard about the Slanket. It’s a snuggly fleece blanket that has sleeves. You can wear your Slanket anywhere with you. If you’re feeling cold, you can wear it around the house. It’s perfect for those who live in a college dorm. Sometimes college kids get cold. If you’re feeling ill, you’ll feel better wearing your Slanket. You can even wear it to many sporting events. After all, your bottom will feel cold on those stadium seats! Even take it to the movie theaters with you. You’ll have an excuse to sit and snuggle together! You may attract a lot of attention, but at least you’ll both be comfortable.

Let’s talk about why a double Slanket is perfect for Valentine’s Day. It’s an easy way of getting you close to your significant other. The colors represent Valentine’s Day as well. You get to choose from a chocolate brown or a burgundy red. You can look like a little heart or chocolate! How cute would the two of you look in your double Slanket?

Now, the double Slanket doesn’t have to be for couples. If you’re feeling lonely on Valentine’s Day, you can use it for an excuse to snuggle up to someone. Maybe you have a crush on someone and you want to let them know. This will truly get their attention! You could also have a friend that you’re completely open with. You can use the Slanket to snuggle up to each other. Watch a movie or a bad television show. You’ll both be feeling warm in your double Slanket!

It’s true that these double Slankets are built for two. There are sleeves for each person. These soft and cozy blankets are made out of 100% polyester and are machine washable. This way, you can throw it in the wash when you feel it’s had its share of germs.

So instead of going out this Valentine’s, why not spend your day in? Enjoy each other’s company with your very own double Slanket. You’ll feel comfy, cozy, and warm. There’s nothing warmer than soft fleece and body heat. No matter who it’s for, you will definitely be getting your wear out of it. The double Slanket is the best unusual present for Valentine’s Day. While only the thought is unusual, it’s pretty practical. You both won’t have to spend money buying your own blankets! Plus, you won’t have to fight over one. Both of you will be covered up. Just don’t try walking in it at the same time.

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In the frosty and cold days, most of us are using blankets to feel warmer but you can’t move around easily in a blanket and we can’t move our hands really freely. So, in order to have a more practical blanket to be worn on chilly times, the Slanket (a blanket with sleeves you can wear) has been launched. This becomes the replacement of the traditional TV blanket. The Slanket has been widely used in lots of households now. But unlike before, when it was just patterned for adults alone, now, the Slanket for Kids is available to cater for the young fellows in the family.

Yes, kids are very much active regardless of the season or place, either it’s indoor or outdoor, as well we know. Their daily routines and activities are more on movements and gestures so being able to freely use their arms is essential This Kid Slanket provides great practicality for children’s daily endeavours and indoor games. The Kid’s Slanket is styled to cover the entire body and be comfy yet it still retains hand usage. This is perfect for studying and reading books, writing homework, snuggling up in the living room while watching television plus having the convenience of the remote control in your hands, playing games or assembling tricky puzzles and robots. A lot of fascinating and creative things could be done by Kids with the help of this Kids Slanket even when the weather is less than warm!

The Kids Slanket is specially designed to be worn by children. It has large sleeves like the original Slankets but it’s a compatible size for a child which is about 44 by 66 inches, comes with oversized sleeves. It can be washed through a machine – which is great news for parents. The fabric is made up of 100 percent polyester micro-fibres and is non-pilling making it a practical choice. It is also available in lots of different and appealing colors. So to sum up, it’s lightweight, soft to touch and a complete opposite to the traditional blanket but you can still feel the wonder of being warmly wrapped in a blanket.

We all know that kids need more warmth in freezing weather because youngsters are more sensitive to a changing climate especially in the winter season. There’s a great impact on children’s body chemistry and a health factor to consider which is why it’s nice to note that children are given the same comfort as the adults now they can have their own cosy slankets.

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The winters are here again. To keep yourself warm and cozy, whether while sitting on a couch watching your favorite soap or while surfing the Internet, you should use a snuggie. Snuggies are quite popular, but if you are not aware of what a snuggie is, let me explain. In simple words, snuggie is a blanket with sleeves. It is made of fine fleece that keeps you warm. The nice loose sleeves of snuggies allow free movement of the arms so that you can work without any difficulty.

Some benefits of snuggie blankets are given here –

Keep You Warm Always

Where a blanket keeps you warm when you are lying on a couch or bed, a snuggie keeps you warm while you are sitting, standing, walking, or lying. So, it keeps you warm irrespective of whether you are working in the kitchen or garden, or dining on the table.

Reduce Your Electricity Bills

A snuggie can reduce your electricity bills. This is because you can wear snuggie at home all the time, to keep you warm. Lesser load on the heating system means a lower electricity bill.

Available In Different Colors And Designs

Snuggies are available in a wide range of colors and designs. You can choose bold or soft colors in plain or prints. Nowadays, there are designer snuggies available with different animal prints like tiger, zebra, and camel. Since snuggies come in so many colors and prints, you do not have to compromise on your style.

One Size For All

Snuggies come in one standard size for all the adults. It is a unisex blanket or garment, as you may call it, which can be worn by any member of the family. However, if you have kids, you have to buy separate snuggies for them. The snuggies for kids are commonly known as Snugglettes.

Inexpensive

Snuggies are inexpensive. You can buy a great snuggie for as less as $30. Moreover, as Christmas is approaching, several online stores are offering discounts on snuggies. You can even get great deals like ‘Buy One Get One Free’.

Customized Snuggies

You can get a made-to-order snuggie. Some companies make snuggies according to the choice of their customers. However, such orders for customized snuggies are generally accepted only for bulk deals.

Available For Dogs

Snuggies are not just available for humans but for dogs too. So, if you want to wrap your pet in warmth, you can buy a snuggie for your dog. It will provide better protection to your pet from the harsh chilly weather. Moreover, it is great for indoors as well as outdoors.

Buying a snuggie is easy. There are several online stores that sell snuggies. Just visit any such web site, choose the color and print, make the payment and the snuggie will be delivered at your home in a few days. So, no hassle of visiting several stores to find a perfect snuggie for you, it is just a click away.

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