Kareni Posted November 4, 2022 Share Posted November 4, 2022 I've enjoyed starting a thread like this in past years. From 2021: 2021 edition ~ Have you encountered a unique gift? Post it here... From 2020: 2020 edition ~ Have you encountered a unique gift? Post it here... From 2019: 2019 edition ~ Have you encountered a unique gift? Post it here.. From 2018: Here we go again .... Have you encountered a unique gift? Post it here.. From 2017: Encountered a unique gift ? Post it here. From 2016: Have you spotted a unique gift? Post it here. From 2015: Have you encountered a unique gift? Post it here. From 2013: Have you encountered a unique gift? Post it here. Here is the first thread from 2011 (whoa, eleven years!) Have you encountered a unique gift? Post it here. Please post your finds. Regards, Kareni 7 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted November 4, 2022 Author Share Posted November 4, 2022 Let's begin with that gift that surely someone here would be delighted to give ~ The All Seeing Apple Regards, Kareni 1 13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted November 4, 2022 Author Share Posted November 4, 2022 Or for something a little more elegant and in honor of the hive ~ Bee bottle by Simone Crestani ... and a mere US $310.00. Regards, Kareni 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted November 4, 2022 Share Posted November 4, 2022 Hurray! Favorite thread! I've been waiting for this thread to post ... (I'm sure I'll remember eventually! 🤪) 11 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 4, 2022 Share Posted November 4, 2022 20 minutes ago, Kareni said: Let's begin with that gift that surely someone here would be delighted to give ~ The All Seeing Apple Regards, Kareni Oh my goodness I’m going to take nightmares 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted November 4, 2022 Share Posted November 4, 2022 I remembered what I was planning to post: https://puzzlingpursuits.com/products/la-famiglia It's a story with puzzles. We (four adults) had a lot of fun figuring it out and plan to get the second part) It reminds me of Journal 29 which I think I've posted about before. https://journal29.com/ 12 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I talk to the trees Posted November 4, 2022 Share Posted November 4, 2022 Woo-hoo! It’s the Unique Gifts thread! The holiday season has officially begun! 🥳 14 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted November 4, 2022 Author Share Posted November 4, 2022 1 hour ago, happi duck said: https://puzzlingpursuits.com/products/la-famiglia It's a story with puzzles. We (four adults) had a lot of fun figuring it out and plan to get the second part) Ooh, that does look like fun. (I'd like to visit your house on the next game night!) Regards, Kareni 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 For only $ 29,000.00 you can enjoy this lovely tree! https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/jim-marvin-12-fully-decorated-christmas-tree-prod251870033?childItemId=NMHF1MN_&position=2 5 1 6 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted November 5, 2022 Author Share Posted November 5, 2022 Ooh, that is quite stunning, @Starr. That $250 shipping fee might stop me though! Regards, Kareni 17 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purpleowl Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 Verba - like Apples to Apples, but in Latin, Spanish, or French: https://practomime.com/content/verba.php Mac and Cheese ornament: https://www.etsy.com/listing/567098910/i-love-you-more-than-mac-and-cheese 9 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted November 5, 2022 Author Share Posted November 5, 2022 Still browsing the Neiman Marcus catalog (and remembering that I've heard it called Needless Markup) and wondering what in particular makes this garland spiritual.... 60" Spiritual Garland Decoration Regards, Kareni 8 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 (edited) @Starr That tree is gorgeous!! I want the tree and the sort of house where it'd look perfect! This make your own hot sauce kit seems fun: https://www.uncommongoods.com/product/make-your-own-hot-sauce-kit?gclid=CjwKCAjw8JKbBhBYEiwAs3sxNw2bxtkzf08h-ASR-TmCKR8mRigk6tbpZq1_1UmmaJDFmuwcp6_w3BoCWbYQAvD_BwE Edited November 5, 2022 by happi duck 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted November 5, 2022 Author Share Posted November 5, 2022 My daughter majored in Latin, @purpleowl; I'll have to tell her about Verba. It looks like a neat game. Regards, Kareni 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 7 minutes ago, Kareni said: Still browsing the Neiman Marcus catalog (and remembering that I've heard it called Needless Markup) and wondering what in particular makes this garland spiritual.... 60" Spiritual Garland Decoration Regards, Kareni Clearly you aren’t spiritual enough to understand 😜 1 14 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted November 5, 2022 Author Share Posted November 5, 2022 5 minutes ago, happi duck said: That tree is gorgeous!! I want the tree and the sort of house where it'd look perfect! I can't help but wonder where it is stored for eleven months of the year! Regards, Kareni 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted November 5, 2022 Author Share Posted November 5, 2022 1 minute ago, Forget-Me-Not said: Clearly you aren’t spiritual enough to understand 😜 I knew there had to be an obvious answer! Regards, Kareni 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 5 hours ago, happi duck said: I remembered what I was planning to post: https://puzzlingpursuits.com/products/la-famiglia It's a story with puzzles. We (four adults) had a lot of fun figuring it out and plan to get the second part) It reminds me of Journal 29 which I think I've posted about before. https://journal29.com/ Those look amazing. How difficult is Journal 29? Would it be too hard for a young teen? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 14 minutes ago, Kareni said: I can't help but wonder where it is stored for eleven months of the year! Regards, Kareni If I had that tree and the right house I would definitely have an entire room for storing Christmas decorations! I wish I had a storage room now! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 11 minutes ago, Forget-Me-Not said: Those look amazing. How difficult is Journal 29? Would it be too hard for a young teen? Hmmm. We're all adults ... Some puzzles were very quick to get. Some were quick to understand what sort of answer we needed but getting it was a challenge. Some took persistence and setting it aside for a bit. I think a teen who liked puzzles and was willing to be persistent would like it. You need internet access to submit answers. That yields a key word that's needed later so you need to solve in order. There is a place to ask for help or get clues. I never noticed anything bad posted. Here's where you get hints: https://hints.journal29.com/viewforum.php?f=5 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bookbard Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 41 minutes ago, purpleowl said: Verba - like Apples to Apples, but in Latin, Spanish, or French: https://practomime.com/content/verba.php Ooh! Now that looks cool! Is there anything out there like a lego set with a mystery embedded? I think that would be cool. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted November 5, 2022 Author Share Posted November 5, 2022 Wordle was released in October of last year. I began playing in January, and my daughter and husband joined in later. Now we share our results daily. You? Today's gift finds are Wordle related ~ Wordle Game Earrings Wordle Inspired Socks Wordle mug Wordle ornament Wordle Slider Game Tool Wordle the Party Game Wordlet Wordle Style Puzzle Game (This one has some nice reviews.) Regards, Kareni 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 (edited) @Kareni love the wordle ornament if I can think of perfect words! ==== I like giving art and supporting artists! If you don't have a local or affordable source Society 6 is a possibility. Artists submit work that gets made into prints or a bunch of other things like yoga mats! I have this print and love it! https://society6.com/product/winter-woods2689092_recessed-framed-print Edited November 5, 2022 by happi duck 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Tick Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 If you are familiar with Australian author/illustrator Shaun Tan you might like to own some of his art work. It is available for international shipping from the Beinart Gallery. Here is an example from his book "Rules of Summer"- 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted November 5, 2022 Author Share Posted November 5, 2022 1 hour ago, happi duck said: Kareni love the wordle ornament if I can think of perfect words! If I were doing one for my daughter, I could see going with: GREAT MINDS THINK ALIKE @happi duck and @Miss Tick, thanks for sharing those art pieces! Regards, Kareni 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmrich Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 22 hours ago, happi duck said: I remembered what I was planning to post: https://puzzlingpursuits.com/products/la-famiglia It's a story with puzzles. We (four adults) had a lot of fun figuring it out and plan to get the second part) It reminds me of Journal 29 which I think I've posted about before. https://journal29.com/ We did one of these on ds' birthday - it was a miserable day - cold rain, the restaurant he picked and we made reservations at canceled because of Covid. BUT this game made it so much fun and memorable. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoutTN Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 17 hours ago, purpleowl said: Verba - like Apples to Apples, but in Latin, Spanish, or French: https://practomime.com/content/verba.php Mac and Cheese ornament: https://www.etsy.com/listing/567098910/i-love-you-more-than-mac-and-cheese These are both perfect for my Dd!! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane in NC Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 Many of you may have enjoyed the game Sleeping Queens, created by a home schooler and her family. I'm happy to report that Sleeping Queens 2: The Rescue has been released. Gamewright description here. It's available from your favorite internet game purveyors. (Admittedly, I'd like to see the game succeed since I am friends with the family that created SQ and SQ2. That's the fine print!) 10 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purpleowl Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 40 minutes ago, Jane in NC said: Many of you may have enjoyed the game Sleeping Queens, created by a home schooler and her family. I'm happy to report that Sleeping Queens 2: The Rescue has been released. Gamewright description here. It's available from your favorite internet game purveyors. (Admittedly, I'd like to see the game succeed since I am friends with the family that created SQ and SQ2. That's the fine print!) Very cool! My middle and youngest have really enjoyed SQ. I added SQ2 to youngest's wish list. 😊 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hen Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 this is always my favorite thread!!! Overlook Hotel carpet-pattern socks (The Shining movie fans) "Being Normal is not necessarily a virtue" quote t-shirt at Junk Gypsy Dream catcher cowboy boots -also Junk Gypsy...for those that like feathers Gravity Falls poster - Etsy Metal lawn chicken - Etsy Moon & Star embroidered decorated hoop- Etsy Bookrest lamp -Bas Bleu World of agatha Christie puzzle - Bas Bleu 9 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I talk to the trees Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 Got an email from Cognitive Surplus today about this gift box. I don’t know what’s in this particular box, and it will very likely sell out quickly, but a very lazy Santa brought dd21 the Mysteries of the Deep set as a stocking (we can’t hang actual stockings because of my adorable, troublemaking avatar) and it was lovely! 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GailV Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 22 hours ago, Kareni said: I can't help but wonder where it is stored for eleven months of the year! Regards, Kareni No need to store. You get a new tree next year, of course. 1 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 This book of non-alcoholic cocktails looks amazing! Expensive but amazing! https://www.theaviarybooks.com/shop/p/zero-a-new-approach-to-non-alcoholic-drinks-reserve-edition At the beginning of the pandemic I started learning how to mix drinks but I'm over the alcohol bit. I would invest in this book if I could know for sure they're not all sugary. (I do mix a great martini!) 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted November 6, 2022 Author Share Posted November 6, 2022 The Cognitive Surplus gift box sounds intriguing, @I talk to the trees; thanks for sharing the link and your own past experience with the company. They do sell neat stuff. I like ~ Equations That Changed the World Shoulder Tote Chemistry Lab Graphic Tee All their tea towels are stunning. @Stacia, is this one for you? Skeleton Printed Tea Towel Regards, Kareni 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted November 6, 2022 Author Share Posted November 6, 2022 Thank you for the neat collection of links, @Hen! I enjoyed browsing the Junk Gypsy site and Bas Bleu. I have a friend who would really enjoy the Metal lawn chicken. From one link leading to another, I found these cute Metal garden bunnies Regards, Kareni 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easypeasy Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 On 11/4/2022 at 4:38 PM, Kareni said: Let's begin with that gift that surely someone here would be delighted to give ~ The All Seeing Apple Regards, Kareni My life is divided into two distinct halves now: before I saw this, and after. 😶 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easypeasy Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 6 hours ago, Jane in NC said: Many of you may have enjoyed the game Sleeping Queens, created by a home schooler and her family. I'm happy to report that Sleeping Queens 2: The Rescue has been released. Gamewright description here. It's available from your favorite internet game purveyors. (Admittedly, I'd like to see the game succeed since I am friends with the family that created SQ and SQ2. That's the fine print!) bought it! My kids loved the original when they were young. Their adult selves will get a kick out of this! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacia Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 9 hours ago, Miss Tick said: If you are familiar with Australian author/illustrator Shaun Tan you might like to own some of his art work. It is available for international shipping from the Beinart Gallery. Here is an example from his book "Rules of Summer"- Thanks for this. I'll add to check out Shaun Tan's books. Any of them would make a nifty gift. I especially love The Singing Bones. http://www.publishersweekly.com/9780545946124 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacia Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 On 11/4/2022 at 5:38 PM, Kareni said: Let's begin with that gift that surely someone here would be delighted to give ~ The All Seeing Apple Regards, Kareni The buyer review photos are fun. Lol. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted November 6, 2022 Author Share Posted November 6, 2022 Quoting myself and others ~ On 11/4/2022 at 8:01 PM, Kareni said: Still browsing the Neiman Marcus catalog (and remembering that I've heard it called Needless Markup) and wondering what in particular makes this garland spiritual.... 60" Spiritual Garland Decoration On 11/4/2022 at 8:09 PM, Forget-Me-Not said: Clearly you aren’t spiritual enough to understand 😜 My husband said it's a spiritual garland because everyone who sees it says, "Holy sh*t!" Regards, Kareni 1 18 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MercyA Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 A bed-size plush sleeping spider. The listing says it is the "best gift to overcome arachnophobia." I'm not too sure about that. (Truly super cute but out of my price range.) 3 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 9 minutes ago, MercyA said: A bed-size plush sleeping spider. The listing says it is the "best gift to overcome arachnophobia." I'm not too sure about that. (Truly super cute but out of my price range.) Yikes! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MercyA Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 Archie McPhee never fails to deliver. A few gems from this year's catalog: Itty-bitty gargoyles, $7.95 Racing cats-in-boxes, $19.95 A murder of crows, $6.95 5 3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacia Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 17 minutes ago, MercyA said: Archie McPhee never fails to deliver. A few gems from this year's catalog: Itty-bitty gargoyles, $7.95 Racing cats-in-boxes, $19.95 A murder of crows, $6.95 So many fun things! @happi duck, is this you? https://mcphee.com/products/duck-day-afternoon-puzzle 2 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 5 minutes ago, Stacia said: So many fun things! @happi duck, is this you? https://mcphee.com/products/duck-day-afternoon-puzzle Busted! 😜 2 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 Skull pendants: https://www.fireandbone.com/collections/all We've gifted one of these, it was a hit! 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitestavern Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 (edited) 20 hours ago, Kareni said: Wordle was released in October of last year. I began playing in January, and my daughter and husband joined in later. Now we share our results daily. You? Today's gift finds are Wordle related ~ Wordle Game Earrings Wordle Inspired Socks Wordle mug Wordle ornament Wordle Slider Game Tool Wordle the Party Game Wordlet Wordle Style Puzzle Game (This one has some nice reviews.) Regards, Kareni My family has a group text chat for sharing Wordle results 😊 Those are some fun gift ideas Edited November 6, 2022 by whitestavern 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eos Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 6 hours ago, MercyA said: Archie McPhee never fails to deliver. A few gems from this year's catalog: Itty-bitty gargoyles, $7.95 Racing cats-in-boxes, $19.95 A murder of crows, $6.95 I haven't looked at this catalog for many years, like since before the internet - thank you for reminding me! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephanier.1765 Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 On 11/4/2022 at 6:14 PM, happi duck said: I remembered what I was planning to post: https://puzzlingpursuits.com/products/la-famiglia It's a story with puzzles. We (four adults) had a lot of fun figuring it out and plan to get the second part) It reminds me of Journal 29 which I think I've posted about before. https://journal29.com/ I know what were doing for New Year's Eve this year. Every year we play games but this year I think we are going to do this instead. Just bought it. Thank you! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted November 6, 2022 Author Share Posted November 6, 2022 12 hours ago, MercyA said: A bed-size plush sleeping spider. The listing says it is the "best gift to overcome arachnophobia." I'm not too sure about that. I'm not too sure about that either! This t-shirt reflects my feelings about spiders. Regards, Kareni 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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