Top 10 Coolest Ice Cube Trays for Christmas 2010

Ice Trays can be a great novelty Christmas gift. We have listed the top 10 coolest ice trays and where you can buy them from in the UK.

1. Ice Invaders Ice Tray – £5.99 – Available from: drinkstuff.com

2. Cold Blooded Vampire Fangs Ice Tray – £6.49 – Available from: find-me-a-gift.co.uk

3. Gin and Titonic Ice Tray – £5.98 – Available from: drinkstuff.com

4. Cool Jewels Ice Tray – £7.00 – Available from: contemporaryheaven.co.uk

5. Tetris Ice Cube Tray – £ 5.11 – Available from: pixmania.co.uk

6. Bone Chillers Ice Cube Tray – £4.95 – Available from: contemporaryheaven.co.uk

7. Freeze! Ice Tray – £6.99 – Available from: drinkstuff.com

8. Brain Freeze Ice Tray – £6.99 – Available from: drinkstuff.com

9. Shark Fin Ice Cube Tray – £4.61 – Available from: find-me-a-gift.co.uk

10. Stone Cold Ice Tray – £5.99 – Available from: drinkstuff.com

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Top 10 Christmas Toys for 2010 by Mail Order Express

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Top Christmas Toys of the 1960′s

Sometimes the best gift is one that brings back memories. With that in mind we decided to list the top Christmas toys of yesteryear. We start the series in the 1960s, where the official top toys list did not begin until 1966.

1966 – Action Man

The first doll for boys was a huge sucess. Coming 2 years after GI Joe made it big in America, the Action Man was very similar. Available as a Soldier, Sailor and Pilot the Action Man doll was crowned boys toy of the year in 1967.

The figure and accessories was originally based on the Hasbro (US) 1964 G.I. Joe figure (for 1966–1969 production). Hasbro’s GI Joe figure was patented in 1966[1] Even the specific method of attaching the appendages was patented as a “Connection For Use In Toy Figures” [2] The first Action Man figures were Action Soldier, Action Sailor and Action Pilot. All were available in the four original hair colours: Blonde, Auburn, Brown and Black. They were accompanied by outfits depicting the participants of the Second World War.

If you are looking to purchase an Action Man then Ebay.co.uk is probably your best bet.

Also worth a look into is the book titled: “Action Man, The Real Story 1966-1996” Available on Amazon.co.uk

1967 – Spirograph

A toy to produce 60s inspired patterns and swirls. Designed and produced by a British engineer this game won Toy of the year in 1967. The idea is that using various gears and holding mechanisms you can create colourful and interesting shapes on a piece of paper.

Spirograph is a geometric drawing toy that produces mathematical curves of the variety technically known as hypotrochoids and epitrochoids. The term has also been used to describe a variety of software applications that display similar curves, and applied to the class of curves that can be produced with the drawing equipment (so in this sense it may be regarded as a synonym of hypotrochoid). The name is a registered trademark of Hasbro, Inc.

You can buy a modern version of the game for £14.99 from Toys R Us.

1986 – Sindy

The top selling doll of 1968 was the Sindy Doll. This British based rival to Barbie also won toy of the year in 1970. The toy never really made in big in the United States and law suits were filed when the dolls started to look simiilar.

Hasbro bought the rights to Sindy and remodelled the doll to look more American. As a result, the doll’s popularity declined and Barbie manufacturer Mattel filed a lawsuit for copyright infringement, which was settled when Hasbro agreed to remodel Sindy’s face. During the 1990s, Barbie’s share of the doll market continued to grow while Sindy’s diminished, which led to Sindy being delisted from major retailers in 1997.

Once more, Ebay.co.uk is probably the best palce to purchase this toy.

If you are looking for a book on the subject, then “The History of Sindy: Britain’s Top Teenage Doll 1962-1994” gets very good reviews over at Amazon.co.uk. This would make an excellent retro Christmas gift idea.

1969 – Hot Wheels

Hot Wheels, as major rivel to Matchbox, has been producing toy cars for years. They won Toy of the Year in 1969, and have produced hundreds of popular models over the years.

The series “re-wrote the book” for small die-cast car models from 1968 onwards, forcing the competition at Matchbox and elsewhere to completely rethink their concepts, and to scamper to try to recover lost ground. Harry Bentley Bradley did not think that would be the case and had quit Mattel to go back to the car industry. When the company asked him back, he recommended a good friend, Ira Gilford. Gilford, who had just left Chrysler, quickly accepted the job of designing the next Hot Wheels models. Some of Hot Wheels’ greatest cars, such as the Twin Mill and Splittin’ Image, came from Ira Gilford’s drawing board.

You can still buy Hot Wheels cars today from HotWheels.com

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The Magic Wand Remote Control – One of the hits of 2010

This is a brilliant gift idea. You can buy a “Magic Wand” from Firebox that will make you look and feel like Harry Potter. The wand will work like a remote control. You can program it to respond to certain movements, and for those movements to comand certain functions (i.e. turn tv on, volume up, channel change etc). Thewand can also be programmed for other items that are controlled remotely. For example, if you have a wireless light switch you can now turn them on and off with the flick of your wrist. Also, maybe you have your Ipod linked up wirelessly… You could chnage songs with a quick swoosh.

The The Magic Wand Remote Control was also featured on the Dragons Den and on “Something for the Weekend” on BBC 2. (You can see the video below.

You can buy the The Magic Wand Remote Control from Firebox.com for £49.99

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Plantariums – Grow Plants in NASA Gel!

If you are looking for a fun, eductional and interesting gift idea for this Christmas that doesnt break the bank then the Plantarium might just be for you. You can grow various plants from your desk with nothing more than the tube and gel provided. Just add seeds, prod into place with wooden stick provided and place in a sunny spot, sit back, relax and watch nature take it’s course. You can currently buy Basil, Busy Lizzie, Carnation, Sun Flower or Tomato. Once the plants are fully grown you can transfer them to a pot. Currently available fro just £6.99 from Firebox.com.

Buy Plantariums from FireBox.com – £6.99

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One of the Predicted Bestselling Toys of Christmas 2010 – Lego Hero Factory

Lego has launched a new range (in place of the old and confusing BIONICLE range), LEGO HERO FACTORY. The idea is that you can buy and build Hero Robots for between £8 and £15. With accesories (such as space ships and bikes) costing up to £30. You can also go online and take yout Hero and battle him on the free Lego Hero Factory website. Each Hero is designed, equipped and built for special missions that take place all over the galaxy. The Hero’s travel through time and space in their hero pods to reach their mission destination and to battle evil robots. There are a number of different characters to collect which keep things interesting.

You can buy them from £7.99 directly from Lego.com

Watch the teaser video here.

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Save this Christmas by shopping early – 15% off iWoot

In general you can find the best deals for Christmas if you shop early and find the “Early Bird” discounts, or leave things to the last minute when retailers are desperate to get rid of excess stock. The latter option is always risky, as you dont want to disappoint people with presents potentially arriving after Christmas. In general we don’t promote every deal or discount that merchants are running, as we would never have any time to research Christmas gift ideas, but this offer was too good to ignore. If you follow this link and then shop at iWoot between now and the end of September then you will get a 15% discount added (or taken off if you prefer) to your order. Iwoot is a great place to find fund and interesting Christmas gift ideas, and this year is no exception.

** Click here to save 15% at iWoot **

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Top Christmas Present Ideas for Children 2010

Top predictions for Best selling Children’s toys this year.

For younger children a firm favourite this year will be any of the dolls from Toy Story 3! They’re all cute and children will each have their favourite from the film! The dolls are available for all the major characters – Woody obviously, Jessie, Mr Potato Head, Buzz Lightyear! It’s likely the talking doll versions will be incredibly popular too! Woody and Jessie are available as a double pack and these are very fun and clever – when one figure starts to talk, the other responds!

For Lego fans they can indulge in the Toy Story 3 film too with a Lego Toy Story 3 Western Train Chase set! This is a stunning piece of lego to play with!

Aside from these fun toys there are plenty more contenders for top sellers! The Zhu Zhu hamsters are out in force with a whole set of Rock Star hamsters with spikey fur! There’s also some really cute baby hamsters from Zhu Zhu too and some dress up outfits too!

Music toys are also popular this year with the Paper Jamz guitars being seen as a popular option already. The Hello Kitty Guitar is also available for younger kids and there’s a variety of drum kits and guitar games available too!

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Enough of this Jibba Jabba FOOLS!

Which red blooded male over the age of 30 doesn’t remember the awesome series that was the ‘A Team’? Every pre-pubescent boy wanted to be at least one of the characters and many a playground adventure was had reliving the current episode’s events.

We all know that boys simply never grow up and every meat eating, cigar chomping MAN would STILL love to repeat those days of abandon, especially now that the ‘A Team’ film has arrived to remind him of that bunch of ex-commando misfits who always came good though using mercenary tactics and clashing with authority.

The GMC Vandura van used by the A-Team has become an enduring pop culture icon. In black and metallic grey with its characteristic red stripe; black and red turbine mag wheels; and rooftop spoiler, it was the envy of us all. Okay, so maybe we can’t all afford to buy the genuine article but there is now a replica remote control version available to keep us happy!

Just like the real thing, the van has working headlights, bull bars, red wheels, rubber tyres, roof lights, a red spoiler and absolutely best of all, the Official GMC logo on the grill. Battery powered and in a large or small version to suit space and budget this must surely be top of every ‘A Team’ fan’s birthday or Christmas list.

The A-team van retails for around £35-40 making the perfect affordable Christmas gift for any fan.

N.B. Heavy gold bling not included.

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Christmas Gifts 2010

Just a quick note for an regular readers of Top 10 Christmas Gifts. Wednesday will see the official release of the Top 12 predicted toys for 2010. We aim to get the list up as early as possible, showing you where you can buy the products online and at the best price. It will be important to check the list early as it is very likely that at least one item on the list will sell out before Christmas. Hope you found this article useful and there will be more next week. In the mean time take a look at our other articles about Christmas Gifts 2010.

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Gift Ideas Inspired by Her Stars

by steve 23. October 2010 08:09

Cosmic gift inspiration for every Zodiac sign.

See what her star sign says about the kind of gift she will enjoy. Read the astrological person profile - does it sound like her? If so, use the list of inspirational 'angles' to shop anywhere. Plus, check out the specific recommendations from our gift range.

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Best Christmas Presents Online

by daya 27. October 2010 08:06

Picture this scenario. You are doing your Christmas shopping, going from store to store, hoping to cash in on the various discounts and pick up some great gifts. Except that there are about a zillion other people who think exactly like you. There is this mass of humanity that is surging on the streets and you find yourself crushed, jostled, pushed and generally harassed till you give up in disgust and leave the shopping for another day.

Seem like a scene straight from hell? That's why it makes sense to shop from the comfort of your house, without battling the last-minute Christmas shopping rush. In other words, shopping for Christmas presents online.

When you come to pressies, not only do you have a huge range of gifts and stocking fillers to choose from, there are also categories for the different women in your life – wife, girlfriend, mum, sister, daughter, work colleague, and so on. So, just pick and choose the perfect pressie for each one. You are just a mouse click away from the ideal Christmas gift!

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Funny Christmas Presents

by daya 25. October 2010 08:34

Making people laugh has always been your forte. In fact, people have come to expect that a few laughs are in order in your company. So, why make an exception for Christmas? Let your friends and family enjoy a couple of chuckles or a guffaw or two when they open your presents. As they say, laughter is the shortest distance between two people.

It is a fact. Women love men who make them laugh. No, really. And, we at pressies, have some truly funny Christmas presents that'll tickle her pink.

What's life without a few laughs to punctuate the humdrum daily grind, eh? And, Christmas is the time to share good cheer all around. So, go ahead and make her laugh all you can!

At pressies4princesses, you can find many more such unusual or original Christmas gifts. Delight the princesses (old or young) in your life with our fabulous range of funny and humorous gifts. Our prompt delivery for most of our Christmas gifts ensures she gets your gift either next working day or on any specific day chosen by you. That's not all. We also help save you time and hassle by having your present gift-wrapped and presented in a ribbon-tied gift box that will thrill her even more.

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Giving a Great Gift When You Are Cash-strapped

It has happened to almost everyone at some point of time or the other. The heart is overflowing with sentiments but the pocket is painfully empty (or near about anyway). You have just met the most wonderful girl and you are dying to lay the world at her dainty feet, but all you have are a few measly notes and that would hardly get you even near what you have in mind.

Quite a predicament, isn't it? But, if money alone bought love, then horses would fly, to borrow a phrase. So, the sensible and smart thing to do is to turn calamity into opportunity and come up with creative ideas that would put the costliest gift in the shade.

The trick lies in the packaging, the overall presentation and how you give it to her...dollops of romance, oodles of style and not the slightest hint of discomfiture. If you believe your gift is great, believe us, she will too.

It's not such a tall order as it sounds. Take a peep down below...

A beautifully worded love letter

The Bard knew what he was about. Words have the power to seduce and to bring down the stiffest opposition. Use scented good quality paper. It's not too expensive either and it really spells class. Add a photograph of the two of you together for good measure. Place it in a silk-lined velvet-covered box. Tie satin ribbons around it and hand it to her (look deep into her eyes as you do it. It always works).

Framed photo of the two of you

Pick out the best photograph of the two of you -- maybe when you were holidaying someplace that you still talk about. Have it enlarged and mount it on a classy frame. Choose wooden, crystal, plain glass frame, or make one yourself. You could have it play 'your' song by affixing a small battery-operated mechanism at the back of the frame.

Send her a recorded message

Women do get turned on by the sound of their man verbalising his sentiments. Depending on the intensity of your relationship, your words can range from sweetly sentimental to seriously erotic. The former can cement the bonds more tightly while the latter's verbal foreplay will ensure that by the time the two of you meet sparks will be flying.

Do something really sweet for her

You hate her pet poodle, but he means the world to her (after you, of course). Offer to take the creature for a walk every evening. She will love you for (appearing to) love him. This is especially good if she is tied up in studies or work or some family emergency. Whoever said "actions speak louder than words" knew a thing or two about human psychology.

Cook her favourite dish for her

The idea is to impress her with your efforts and a woman is always touched when her man goes all out to make her feel special. Never mind if it is as basic as bangers and mash, the right ambience can elevate a simple meal to a gourmet experience. Flowers on the table, lighted scented candles, wine, soft music in the background, attractive cutlery (need not be sterling silver you know) and you are all set.

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