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Pop Culture Gifts Under $50
12 years ago
True Blood junkie? Sci-Fi wonk? Give a gift with a personal touch with these ideas inspired by pop culture, from silly to sporty. Under 50 smackaroos, there’s a great gift for everyone on your list that won’t break the bank.
- True Blood 2013 Calendar $13.99 shoptheshows.com
- True Blood Sookie Stackhouse Box Set by Charlaine Harris $39.99 shoptheshows.com
- Knicks Hoodie $ 38.97 shoptheshows.com
- Knicks Head and Wristband Set $14.95 shoptheshows.com
- Christmas Story Mug $12.95 shoptcm.com
- Christmas Story Movie Special Edition $26.98 shoptheshows.com
- Christmas Story Board Game $25.95 shoptcm.com
- Best of Sherlock Holmes Collection DVD $11.98 shoptheshows.com
- Windsor Castle: A Royal Year DVD $26.99 shoptcm.com
- Pride and Prejudice DVD Set (Swing Amaray Edition) $39.95 shop.history.com
- Live long and prosper T-shirt $24.95 cbsstore.com
- Star Trek Enterprise Stainless Steel Water Bottle $24.95 shop.startrek.com
- Rubik’s Coasters Set of 6 $22.95 shoptheshows.com
- Rubik’s Cube USB Speaker $29.95 cbsstore.com
- Storage Wars Texas Season 1 DVD Set $19.95 shop.history.com
- Storage Wars BW The Collector Motorcycle T-Shirt $26.95 shop.history.com
Truly Vampirific? Get them the True Blood 2013 calendar and start their year off on a fangtastic high. And to match the set, add True Blood books to keep them stocked with this set of eight novels including HBO tie-ins to Sookie Stackhouse’s story. If Bon Temps isn’t their thing, there’s always drama in Madison Square Garden thanks to the Knicks and their high-flying stars. Knicks fans will love suiting up in this updated classic hoodie with contrast piping and sporting accessories like head and wrist sweat bands. Or get a trio of Christmas Story gifts. The old man would be proud to sip out of this Christmas Story mug with special leg handle. The whole family can also get into the fun with the Christmas Story party game, ’cause fans know it by heart! And while you’re at it put on the Special Edition of Christmas Story, featuring interviews, trivia, and trailers.
The perfect set of gifts for Anglophiles feature Sherlock Holmes, Windsor Castle, and Jane Austen. Gift them these excellent bets: The Best of Sherlock films starring Basil Rathbone in this critically acclaimed series; the yearlong documentary of Windsor castle filmed by the BBC follows the royal family comings and goings; and finally the television adaptation of Austen’s Pride and Prejudice starring Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle remains a fan favorite.
For the sci-fi wonk, the Star Trek faithful will appreciate a daily reminder to Live Long and Prosper and the ability to stay hydrated in any star system. And the similarly geek chic, gift them Rubik’s cube coasters or USB Speaker to add that retro flair of science + coolness.
Finally the high stakes bidding of Storage Wars. Doesn’t everyone love treasure hunting? Season One set in Texas encourages big bidding, ya’ll. To complete this gift, be sure to get the T-shirt featuring everyone’s favorite bidder and motorcycle collector, Barry.
Holiday treats
12 years ago
Oh, the Holidays – the time of year when it’s okay to eat a cookie or two before bed and a piece of fudge for breakfast! Why not? You’re going to lose all of those unwanted pounds right after the New Year, right?
If you feel like taking an afternoon to bake-up a storm, here are some delicious treats to hand out to your friends and family this year.
Butter and Jam Thumbprint Cookies
Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies
Happy Baking!
*photos courtesy of The Food Network, Atlantis Home, Kraft, & All Recipes
Best Gifts Under $50 for Geeks!
12 years ago
Get your nerd on. Let your freak flag fly! Whether you’re shopping for your own inner nerd or just those on your holiday shopping list, this gift guide of 11 geektastic items under $50 is chock full of ideas for the geek inclined and geek curious.
- Mini Microscope for Iphone $29.99 store.discovery.com
- Star Trek Keyboard $49.95 shop.startrek.com
- Star Trek Monopoly Game $49.95 shop.startrek.com
- Mythbusters: Season 7 DVD store.discovery.com
- Scientists Do It Periodically T-Shirt $24.95 cbsstore.com
- Robot Evolution T-Shirt $26.95 cbsstore.com
- NCIS the Farting Hippo $44.95 cbsstore.com
- NCIS Test Tube Shot Glass $23.97 cbsstore.com
- Mythbusters Plausible Messenger Bag $44.95 store.discovery.com
- Green Lantern T-Shirt $26.95 Sci-Fi Science Seasons 1 &2 DVD $19.99 cbsstore.com
- Sci-Fi Science Seasons 1 &2 DVD $19.99 store.discovery.com
Geeks might get a bad rap, but when you boil it down geek culture is about exploring one’s curiosity and creativity. So I say, geek out! Two of the best in the biz are truth finders like Adam and Jamie. With the Plausible! Confirmed! Busted! Bag, you too can stow away specimens for further research (or your lunch, whatevs). And when you’re busy busting on the road, bring the lab with you. No, not the whole thing, but with 60x magnification and LED lighting the mini-microscope Iphone attachment helps you view a microchip or plant specimen at a moment’s notice!
Speaking of getting up close and personal, forensic scientists need a moment to chill out after all that hard work, especially the crew on NCIS. What better way to enjoy some libations than with test tube shot glasses and lighten the mood with Bert, the farting hippo. Or take a page from Sheldon Cooper, everyone’s favorite Big Bang Theory guy, with seriously stylin’ Green Lantern garb. You’d better hurry before the Robot Evolution arrives. It’s important to take the scientific method, break things down to the elemental level, you know Scientists Do It Periodically. Er they do it . . . periodically?
You can even take a course on Sci-Fi Science Seasons 1-2, covering alien invasion to light sabers and teleportation! Or prepare for the Robot apocalypse by gaming with gear that makes a difference. The Monopoly Star Trek version is also serious entertainment and skills building! And then there’s the pièce de resistance – the Star Trek Original Series USB Keyboard. When the robot overlords come, look busy.
Thermal Intelligence, at it’s best!
12 years ago
It’s not everyday a hairspray spritz stops me in my tracks but White Sands Holding Spray holds curls firmly and could care less what’s in the air, “including humidity”.
Usually, I’m fixated on the makeup world only but after using this hair spray on various clients in various settings, I’m going gaga over this purple bottle!
“Whether I’m working with fine or course textures, this spray locks in the desired look while adding luster, shine and lift – 3 in one, can you really ask for more without sounding like ——- a princess”. The one Pro tip I must share, spray your hair strands then use your heating tool (i.e. curling iron), don’t worry about the crackle sound, that’s normal. Now, there are tons of non-aerosol thermal sprays on the shelves but this is one to reach for!
PRICE: $19.99 Shop White Sands, I DO!
Holiday Decor and Gifts
12 years ago
Happy Hanukkah! Merry Christmas! Joyous Kwanzaa! Happy Holidays! Get into the spirit, deck the halls and put on something other than My Living Fireplace. From beloved classics like It’s a Wonderful Life to the classic 2005 Holiday Bowl: Oklahoma vs. Oregon, there are plenty of holiday entertainment choices. Shop ornaments to films for your holiday party or the host with the most who loves all the festivities. This guide features 16 great items to give and get. Most are $25 or less, so join in on the fun!
- It’s a Wonderful Life $17.99 Shop.tcm.com
- The Real Story of Christmas DVD $19.99 Shop.history.com
- Glee Christmas Album $11.98 foxshop.com
- American Eats: Holiday Food DVD $19.99 shop.history.com
- Today Show Holiday Ornament $12.95 nbcuniversalstore.com
- Friends Picture Frame Ornament $6.00 nbcuniversalstore.com
- Miracle on 34th Street $14.98 shop.history.com
- Community Ornaments $49.99 nbcuniversalstore.com
- Dirty Jobs: Toughest Jobs DVD including Dirty Holidays episode $14.95 store.discovery.com
- Dunder Mifflin Ornament $12.00
- Georgetown Cupcakes Ornament Dozen $39.95 store.discovery.com
- Ice Road Truckers Holiday special $89.99 shop.history.com
- Seasons Beatings UFC Shirt $24.95 ufcstore.com
- 2005 Holiday Bowl: Oklahoma vs. Oregon DVD $24.95 cbsstore.com
- Brooklyn Nets Sock Monkey $7.99 shoptheshows.com
- Peanuts Deluxe Holiday Collection $29.99 shop.tcm.com
You might be Frosty on the mat, cause you knock out your opponents cold, but you can get into the spirit of the season. Hum the Glee Holiday tunes while you decorate the tree with Community ornaments because no tree is complete without the Greendale Seven. Go humans! And while you’re at it, be sure to personalize your decorations from your favorite team with the Brooklyn Nets sock monkey to your favorite peeps, with the Friends photo ornament. Insert you and yours in your hammiest. While the ham or the matzo ball soup is cooking, you might as well learn all about the traditions behind American Eats: holiday foods . And don’t forget dessert. You can order Georgetown cupcakes Ornament Dozen and take that off of your to do list. If the kids want to stay up, put on the Peanuts Deluxe Holiday or if they’re skeptical of Santa why not Miracle on 34th. For the more cynical how about The Real Story of Christmas or better yet Dirty Holiday Jobs. Bah humbug!
Bumble and bumble Straight Blow Dry Review
12 years ago
Many months ago I did a post on Living Proof’s line of styling products, focusing on Frizz styling cream, straight making for medium to thick hair. I kept purchasing and using the product and last month when I ran out I went to Sephora to buy more, then I found out that particular product was discontinued and replaced with styling products that can be used for any type of hair.
When companies make a product that works wonders, that I love and then it is discontinued I feel cheated and decide to look elsewhere. This is how I started using Bumble and bumble Straight Blow Dry, even though I don’t blow dry my hair, I use a styling iron.
This balm helps deliver straight smooth, healthy-looking styles with movement. Its non-greasy, lightweight formula tames flyaways and frizz, protecting hair from heat-styling and humidity. It’s the ideal styling agent for curly, thick, coarse, unmanageable hair.
The first thing I noticed was the smell of the product, it’s a bit masculine, then I noticed the grey colors of the bottle and had to make sure I hadn’t bought a men’s styling product, I did not.
So far I’m not overly impressed with Bb Straight Blow Dry while the straight style lasts a couple of days, I did notice the slight curls I give the tips of my hair don’t last and once they’re gone I couldn’t get them back with my styling iron, plus I still had to fight the flyaways.
It could be that I’m not getting the desired results because I use a styling iron instead of a hair dryer, so in the meantime I’ll try new products and keep you posted.
Pop Culture Gifts For Her
12 years ago
Wives or girlfriends, sisters or moms, what do you get the special ladies in your life? Whether she’s a fan of classic films or modern shows, follow this guide for special pop culture gifts for every gal on your holiday shopping list featuring 16 hit items, from hit DVDs and cozy slippers to baby bibs and some bling, too! Each gift is priced at $50 or less, so find some fun gifts for yourself, too! We won’t tell.
- Shark Week 25th Anniversary DVD ($14.95 Discovery Store).
- Girls: The Complete First Season Blu-ray ($49.99 HBO Store)
- Life DVD ($24.99 Discovery Store)
- Auntie Mame ($10.99 TCM Shop)
- TCM Greatest Films: Romantic Comedies DVD ($19.99 TCM Shop)
- Glee: The Music, Season Two Volume 6 CD ($13.98 Fox Shop)
- Gemma’s Gold Hoops ($24.95 FX Shop)
- Here Comes Honey Boo Boo Trucker Hat ($19.95 Discovery Store)
- The Big Bang Theory Women’s Soft Kitty Slippers ($36.95 CBS Store)
- Wincraft Brooklyn Nets Mesh Baby Bib ($9.99 Brooklyn Nets Store)
- Hello Brooklyn Shirt ($27.95 Brooklyn Nets Store)
- Parenthood Season 3 DVD ($39.98 NBC Universal Store)
- Babycakes Cupcake Maker ($29.99 Discovery Store)
- Talking Ted ($49 NBC Universal Store)
- Community Holiday Set ($50 NBC Universal Store)
- Finding Bigfoot Socks ($14.95 Discovery Store) Does she believe?
Give these pop culture gifts that vary from the sublime to the silly for all the gals in your life. Everyone’s talking about Lena Dunham’s Girls, audacious 20 year-olds just going through life’s triumphs and humiliations. As for a younger diva and latest trending persona, here comes Honey Boo Boo, so “You Betta Redneckognize” this precocious six year old. For a different taste of the cute factor with a twist, get her Talking Ted! Granted, like Boo Boo, there’s no telling what he will say! If Ted is still too cute for her, and sharks are more her thing don’t miss the 25th Anniversary DVD of Shark Week! It will keep her on her toes. Speaking of feet, warm hers with none other than the Big Foot Socks. No, you’re not saying her feet are big! She’s a believer in the sasquatch after all! And don’t forget to warm her heart with the classics. No film collection is complete without Auntie Mame. If nothing else, Mame teaches us that life is a banquet. And Life the DVD shows us the remarkable survival of plants and animals like you’ve never seen it before. Oprah narrated and approved, it, too, will be one of her favorite things.
Home for the Holidays
12 years ago
Whether you’re buying gifts for friends and family, attending Holiday parties, or finalizing your travel plans – the Holidays can be exciting but also a little hectic (and for some reason, this time of year seems to fly by).
If you’re planning on traveling this Holiday season, why not get a bit of head start on your packing (well, at least start brainstorming some wardrobe ideas).
Here are some items that will definitely be making it into my suitcase!
When traveling I like to create outfits ahead of time and be sure that the items I pack in my suitcase can be mixed and matched – that way I know I have multiple outfits and can dress accordingly.
Must haves:
Skinny denim – can be dressed up by pairing with ankle boots and a silk blouse. Or you can go casual with flats and a basic sweater.
Printed skirt – paired with tights, ankle boots and an embellished sweater, this makes a perfect outfit for evening festivities.
Chambray button down – looks great paired with cropped colored trousers and ankle boots. Creates a casual, yet on trend look.
Pointed toe flats – they can be dressed up or dressed down and look great with anything from skinny denim to dresses.
Large sturdy tote – great for carrying all of that extra stuff we tend to lug around with us while traveling!
Travel size perfume – wearing your favorite perfume makes you feel at home and it sure beats wearing the same scent as your mom!