I need some help with Christmas ideas

[MomtoLou]

Last year for Christmas I bought my husband a big freaking TV, for our bedroom. I always said I wouldn't put one in there but he wanted it bad enough I got it for him. Wall mounts, had cable hooked up before Christmas Day, had every wire and cable and box he needed, only thing he had to do was find his TV. I wrapped the key to my friends house where the TV was being stored so he wouldn't find it. It was awesome. He was so excited and loved his present. Still loves his present. I'm still not horribly find of it, but that's why it's for him not me. 

I'm at a loss this year, I have gone over and over things to get him. I can't figure out anything. I've thought about season tickets to his favorite team, felt that one out and he wouldn't use them. I thought about a radio for his car, he likes the quiet. Everything I've come up with either he won't use or won't like. I need help, any ideas. What are you doing for your SO?

[splatz]

What about a year of date nights? I have seen some really awesome ideas on pinterest! :) Then its something for you both to enjoy together.

Mine wants a tablet for Christmas. Blah... 

[splatz]

Here is one...

http://johanna-birdsonawire.blogspot.com/2012/07/1-month.html

1 a month

Last Saturday was Winslow's and my 5 year wedding anniversary and I spent quite some time thinking about what I would give/make him for his gift.
We don't usually give gifts on our anniversary, usually just a card and some flowers will do, but this year seeing as it's our 5 year anniversary, we agreed to give each other a little something.
So after looking around the internet and racking my brain for what to do, I decided that I would pre-organize (plan, buy ect) 12 dates for us to enjoy together over the next year.
Because I had to plan 12 dates, I tried to think of ideas that wouldn't cost too much and that could be done easily. With two little ones under 3, it can be hard to arrange babysitters and to get out of the house alone, so some of the dates are "date night at home" ideas too. The idea is not to be too fancy with the dates, but just to intentionally carve out some time once a month just for us.
So first, I started by going out and buying some gift cards to a local coffee shop that makes delicious desserts, to Starbucks, an itunes card (for movie rentals at home), the movie theatre, and the hot springs. Then I made 12 separate cards for each month that describes what each date will entail. I put each card and gift card into an envelope and sealed it so that he can only open them once a month. Some dates involve us getting a babysitter and going out (to the movies, out for coffee, to the hot springs ect), while other dates include a theme like a foreign film and dinner to go with it. They aren't fancy, just something fun for us to do.

Hope you enjoy this idea. Maybe it will inspire you to make a gift that gives something year round.
xox

[splatz]

Year of Date Nights: June

June 20, 2012 in Crafts & DIY, Food & Drink, Year of Date Nights | Tags: Bridal shower,Bridesmaid, Gift basket

In April, 7 bridesmaids and I helped to host a bridal shower for Allie, my top guest poster and also my MOH! (I was hers too!). I saw this concept on a Pinterest pin from this blog and instead of pooling our money to get her a large pot set, we decided to give her and her husband the gift of time! We bought them 12 gifts, which we labeled “A Year of Date Nights”. Here’s the opening letter Allie was allowed to open at the shower, which explained her gift:

“In just a few weeks, you will say “I Do.”
Then a fun year of marriage is in store for you.
Since finding alone time can be the hard part,
We 8 bridesmaids gave you a head start.

We call this gift “A year of fun dates”
For you to enjoy with your chosen mate.
On the first of each month, you can open the seal
And that month’s date, you will reveal.

Enclosed you’ll find alone time with Tim.
What date of the month? That’s up to you and him.
You may find outdoor adventures, activities or shopping,
Dinners, destinations and even bar hopping!

Promise us, right now and right here!
You’ll keep the suspense throughout the whole year.
Don’t peak at the date until the month arrives
So you can continue to keep it a surprise.

Make sure that you bring a camera with you
To document the fun activities you do.
Cherish this time with the love of your life,
Allie you will make a terrific wife!”

On the first of each month, Allie and Tim will be able to open that month’s gift, read what it is and plan a date to make it happen. Once I know they opened their gift for that month, I’ll post the details here to share.

Yesterday marked A&T’s one month anniversary! Let’s celebrate today with the reveal of the first gift!

This month, A&T opened their June box to discover a pizza box, with this message under the lid:

Inside they found the menu, flyer and gift card for a local pizzeria restaurant and a gift card to the nearby frozen yogurt place.

http://spotofteadesigns.com/2012/06/20/year-of-date-nights-june/

[splatz]

If you browse around on the last one I posted there are a bunch of different dates for each month. :)

[sleepymommy87]

Last year I told dh I got him Skyrim for PC. I acted like I thought it was for the PC and pretended to be embarrassed like I got the wrong one because it was actually a PS3 game. He laughed at me and gave me a hug and appreciated the effort... Then I told him that maybe he could play it on what was in the wrapped box I hid under the tv stand. He was SOO happy and surprised that I got him a PS3. I tricked him good. Lol! This year I got him several fun things like new hats, a soda maker, etc but the big gift is a blown up personalized canvas of a photo of his grandmother who raised him and passed away several years ago. This is our daughters first christmas so I know he wishes his grandmother was here to meet her. He is going to cry, I know it. :)

[Daishaxo]

sports gear? my bf is into ultimate fighting. plus goes to the gym, I thought of getting him some UFC outfits and training shorts or sweats.

hows your husband on the Jersey type thing?

Quoting MomtoLou:

Last year for Christmas I bought my husband a big freaking TV, for our bedroom. I always said I wouldn't put one in there but he wanted it bad enough I got it for him. Wall mounts, had cable hooked up before Christmas Day, had every wire and cable and box he needed, only thing he had to do was find his TV. I wrapped the key to my friends house where the TV was being stored so he wouldn't find it. It was awesome. He was so excited and loved his present. Still loves his present. I'm still not horribly find of it, but that's why it's for him not me. 

I'm at a loss this year, I have gone over and over things to get him. I can't figure out anything. I've thought about season tickets to his favorite team, felt that one out and he wouldn't use them. I thought about a radio for his car, he likes the quiet. Everything I've come up with either he won't use or won't like. I need help, any ideas. What are you doing for your SO?