Stumped about what gift to get the guys in your life this holiday season?
Whether you're all about crafting up your own prezzie or shellin' out the dough for something super-cheap, GL's got the best picks for every fella. We've covered all bases—your BF, your bro, your BGF and your daddyo.
Boyfriend
What to Buy: Us gals complain all the time about guys and their video games, but boys love 'em so we gotta deal. There's a game out there for whatever he's into—sports, action, music, anything! We heart winter-related picks like this one. With a title like Stoked, there’s no way your guy won’t be psyched when he plays this action-packed snowboarding game.
DIY: Food is definitely still the way to any boy's heart. Making homemade baked goodies for your guy is not only cheap and easy, but it also comes from the heart (awww!). Try these Frosted Sugar Cookies and ice them in his team's fave colors or top 'em with holiday candy. Put the finished product in a cute baggie tied with a ribbon or a tin with a li'l note attached. CLICK HERE for an awesome recipe.
Dad
What to Buy: Chances are your old man loves electronics. Whether it’s power tools or computer equipment, nothing makes dad happier than when he has a new toy to play with. Help him out with a hip accessory. With cool new cases for iPods, computers and GPS systems, you’ll have no prob finding the perf one that your padre will love. This black rubber GPS case is a great way to make sure your dad’s fave gizmo
doesn’t break or get scratched up.
DIY: Have a feeling your dad’s desk at work is a little bare? Make him a picture frame and stick a father/daughter pic in there. He’ll be reminded of how awesome you are all day at work. Check out these frame ideas RIGHT HERE.
Brother
What to Buy: Sigh. Brothers are hard to shop for. How to solve this sitch? Think about your bro's hobbies. What's his fave sport to play? Is he a super-fan for any team? Does he heart video games? Is your mom always yelling at him to turn down his tunes? Buy him a t-shirt with his fave sports team, band or just a funny saying. Ask mom for his size or just take a look at the fam laundry. You just scored some major cool-sister points.
DIY: Is your bro a hippie at heart? Make him a tie-dye t-shirt. He'll think you're the hippest sib ever. CLICK HERE for for some cool design ideas. You can also dye him a mini pillow or pillowcase in his fave colors.
BGF
What to Buy: Shopping for your BGF isn't easy either. You don’t wanna make his present more personal than your BFs (hello! Wouldn't want to give him the wrong idea, or cause any jealousy!), so get him something simple. Funny keychains, flashlights, and concert posters are all great, inexpensive ideas. This LED powered flashlight keychain is the perf present for your BGF. He’ll get a lot of use out of it.
DIY: Are you guys such great friends because of your love of the same music? Make your BGF a CD of all your fave songs. Mix it up by adding some tunes that you think he should try out. Is he not into music? A li'l gift like this easy-to-make popcorn will show him you care without being TOO over-the-top. CLICK HERE for the recipe.
-Liz Lebedda & Katie Shutt
BLOG IT OUT! Ever get super stumped about what to buy for the guys in your life? Got any other suggestions? What prezzies are you giving the fellas you know this year? Tell us now!
BY CAITLIN R. ON 11/11/2009 7:00:00 AM 90 COMMENTS