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If you have a white elephant gift exchange on your calendar this season, skip the mall and buy one of these gifts for travelers that won’t break the bank. Whether you are a seasoned pro or a complete newbie to the annual exchange of white elephant gifts, you are bound to know that the aim of the game is to make gift-giving that extra bit fun. We think our suggestions of travel gifts below are going to be just right for those who like to hit the road or the skies with handy white elephant travel accessories in their bag. This carefully curated list is full of high-quality items that make all kinds of trips easier. From an hours-long flight to a weeks-long road trip, you’ll find everything you need to keep things running smoothly. With any of these items in your bag or suitcase, your trip will be smooth sailing.

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Amazon Kindle Paperwhite

Catch up on some good novels with the Kindle Paperwhite. Available in either 8GB or 32GB models, this waterproof e-reader is perfect for carrying a huge volume of books, magazine, comics, and even audiobooks.

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SinkSuds Travel Laundry Detergent

Stop overpaying for expensive laundry service at your hotel. These travel size laundry detergent packs allow you to easily and quickly wash your clothes from the convenience of your hotel room’s sink or bath tub.

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Chin Supporting Travel Pillow

This extremely high rated 5-star travel pillow is lightweight, yet perfectly supports your neck, giving you an unparalleled resting position even if you’re in an ultra-tight economy seat.

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Samsonite Winfield 2 Hardside Luggage Set

Samsonite’s Winfield series is some of the best luggage you can ever buy. The 100% polycarbonate shell is lightweight yet extremely durable, while still being able to flex under stress and popping back after. It’s also available in a variety of vibrant colors.

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Mini Travel Clothing Steamer

Even for neat packers, it’s still hard to avoid getting wrinkles all over your clothes when you travel. This compact steamer is perfect for quickly and easily taking out all the wrinkles in your clothing.

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Over $100

Nomatic Travel Bag/Backpack

Nomatic’s 40L travel bag should be your go-to duffel bag/travel backpack. It’s water repelling, TSA approved, fits under an airplane seat, RFID blocking, and is overflowing with clever storage compartments and nifty features that few other bags offer!

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Travel Checklist Notepad

Make sure you’ve got all your items necessary for your next trip with the “PACK THIS!” travel checklist notepad. It features an extensive list of checklist items, so you can be sure you’re fully prepared.

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Brita Premium Filtering Water Bottle

Ensure you’re always drinking the cleanest water possible no matter where you’re traveling to with this premium 26 ounce filtering water bottle from Brita! It’s available in a variety of vibrant colors too.

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4-in-1 Travel Blanket

It’s a bag, it’s a pillow, it’s a blanket! It doesn’t get any more clever than this in one compact package!

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Hanging Toiletry Bag

Toiletry bags are great, but what makes them even better is the ability to hang them in your hotel bathroom and have quick and easy access to all the bag’s contents!

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Contoured Sleep Mask & Ear Plugs

Whether you’re trying to sleep on the plane or just in a new environment like a hotel room, a sleep mask and some earplugs (or earbuds) will help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. And with the contoured shape, it’ll rest comfortably on your face.

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Compression Roll Up Bags

Make more space in your suitcase (or backpack) with these space saving roll up compression bags. No pump or vacuum needed, just pack it, zip, and roll – the air will then leave from the valve at the bottom!

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The Portable Door Lock

When you’re staying in an Airbnb and want total assurance that no one can enter your room in the middle of the night, you can quickly install this portable door lock to any door.

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Anker PowerCore 20100mAh Power Bank

Keep your phone and other electronic devices fully juiced up with the Anker PowerCore portable power bank. With its 20100mAh capactiy, it’s the perfect blend of extra battery without being bulky.

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The Inflatable Hoodie Travel Pillow

Step your travel game up a notch with this inflatable travel pillow that includes an attached hood. It’s perfect for long flights – just give it a few exhales to inflate, pull the hoodie over your head, throw on some ear plugs, and wake up when you’ve landed.

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Portable Full Body Shower Wipes

These biodegradable unscented wet wipes will ensure you can give yourself a proper shower, even when you’re traveling for an extended period of time and don’t have access to an actual shower with running water.

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Airplane Footrest Hammock

Make your economy seat feel like first class with your very own footrest hammock padded with premium memory foam. Now that’s traveling smart!

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Cocoon Grid Organizer

Stay organized while traveling with the Cocoon GRID-IT organizer. It can hold all sorts of items, from gear and gadgets to everyday items like your sunglasses and hand sanitizer.

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Airplane Carry On Cocktail Kit

Make every flight a delight when you bring along the carry on cocktail kit. This decadent tin can kit includes a recipe card, a spoon, aromatic bitters, linen coaster, and cane sugar.

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Jiobit GPS Tracker For Your Luggage

Jiobit is a ultra small and discreet real time location tracker device. It’s primarily designed as a gps for keeping track of your kids, but you can very easily stuff it into your luggage and use it to make sure your luggage never gets permanently lost!

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Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier

Staying hydrated is essential, but having to go to the bathroom every 15 minutes isn’t. With these hydration multiplier packs, you can boost your hydration to your bloodstream with just a single bottle of water.

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The Universal Travel Plug Adapter

Power your devices no matter where you are in the world with this universal travel plug adapter. It works in over 150 different counties, and includes 4 USB ports, a USB-C port, and 1 A/C socket, so you can charge and power multiple devices all at once.

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GlocalMe 4G Mobile Hotspot Device

Don’t be left without internet when you’re abroad. GlocalMe will reliably and cost effectively provide you with 4G internet in just about every major country in the world, so you can always remain connected.

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AirFly Headphone Jack Bluetooth Transmitter

It’s the future and we all have wireless earbuds, but airplanes haven’t caught up to the technology quite yet! AirFly allows you to wireless transmit audio from the plane’s TV over to your wireless earbuds, bridging the technological gap using Bluetooth.

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Instant International Language Translator

Sure, smartphones can do translation now – but this instant international language translator requires no internet connection, and can translate conversations in almost real time!

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Packing Cubes Travel Organizer Set

Keep all of the contents of your luggage neat and tidy with packing cubes. This travel organizer set will help you keep your stuff contained – allowing you to keep your shirts in one cube, pants in another cube, makeup in another cube, travel accessories and gear in another cube, etc.

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Sleep Melatonin Gummies

Whether you’re in a cramped airplane seat or an unfamiliar hotel room, getting some restful sleep in a new environment can be difficult, but with some melatonin gummies you’ll be able to fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.

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Nano Pure Hand Sanitizer

It’s a sad fact, airports are filled with viruses and bacteria. That’s why you should always come prepared with hand sanitizer that can kill 99.99% of germs on contact when you’re in a pinch!

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Zoppen RFID Blocking Travel Wallet

Carry all your essentials in one convenient and secure package with this multi-purpose travel wallet from Zoppen. This 5-star rated wallet will block any unwanted RFID attacks, so it’s perfect for storing your credit cards, along with cash, passport, ticket, and more!

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Wrap Around Neck Support Pillow

The TRTL pillow is a scientifically proven travel pillow that’ll keep your head in the most optimal positional, keeping your head upright and stopping you from nodding forward. It’s constructed with ultra plush fleece, and comes in a variety of lovely colors.

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Nomader Collapsible Water Bottle

Having a compact yet capable water bottle when you’re traveling is absolutely essential. This durable, shatterproof, and leakproof 22 ounce collapsible water bottle is a must have to bring on your travels.

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The Armrest Extender & Divider

Claim your rightful personal space in your seat with this easily attaching armrest that both divides and extends the armrest!

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Rod-Runner Fishing Rod Rack

Dad will be having a reel good time racking up his poles in the Rod-Runner Rack. It holds up to 5 of his favorite fishing rods and prevents any line tangling. Transport is a breeze, they’re easily carried to the boat from the truck in one hand.

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Walker Texas Ranger DVD Collection

Chuck Norris. That’s right, the OG himself of internet memes. This highly sought after, ultra rare set of collectible DVDs features the world famous action star in non-stop butt kicking action.

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Shower Shaving Foot Rest

The shower shaving foot rest is the leg-shaving woman’s truest companion in the shower. For those women who like a clean shaven leg without the fuss of sitting down in the bath or falling down with legs splayed, this foot rest saves, and shaves, the day.

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Tube Runner Motorized Pool Float

Cruise around the lake in style by soaking up the rays on a Tube Runner motorized pool float. This super comfy pool float is equipped with a 3-blade propellor that grants you 360-degree movement through the use of a front-mounted joystick.

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Fart Gas Neutralizing Pads

Kiss the days of having to control your flatulence goodbye by using one of these fart gas neutralizing pads. They adhere discreetly to clothing and contain antimicrobial activated charcoal technology that kill the stench before innocent bystanders suffer.

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Manatea Silicone Tea Infuser

Both cute and functional, this reusable beloved floating Floridian mammal is here to help you brighten up your day and brew a delicious cup of tea!

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Shotgun Toilet Plunger

Turn a rather unpleasant task into an adrenaline pumping adventure by pulling the trigger of the shotgun toilet plunger. Providing the functionality of a traditional plunger with the thrill of redneck shenanigans – it will violently blast any clog out from your toilet.

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DIY Back Shaver

If you’re cursed with a heavy coat of back hair and don’t have anyone to help you trim your wild animal looking backside, then this is the ultimate back shaver solution. The ManGroomer allows you to do it yourself and shave your back without anyone else’s help.

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Blooming Tea Flower

Don’t settle for those rinky-dink bags of tea, not when you have this blooming tea flower at your disposal. Each canister comes packed with twelve unique and flavorful varieties that expand and blossom into gorgeous flowers that fill the entire teapot.

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Spyderco Bug Mini Knife

The Spyderco Bug mini knife is the handy everyday carry tool that won’t weigh you down one bit. This impossibly light and small folding knife features durable stainless steel construction and boasts a sharp 1.27″ blade.

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Mid-Air Magnetic Balance Lamp

Dad needs balance in all things, and that includes his lamp. It balances need for light with need for art and features two magnetic balls that when interacted with affect the way the light is displayed. The lamp is powered by LED lights and can glow for over 50,000 hours.

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Candles For Men

Why should only women get the large variety of scented candles? These masculine scented candles for men include testosterone boosting smells such as freshly cut grass, lumber, and a general fine musk that will add character to any man cave or bachelor pad.

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Drumstick Chopsticks

Rock out while you wait for your sushi to arrive with these fun Drumstick Chopsticks. Included in this package are four sets of fully functional Chopsticks that each have a drumstick shape at the top allowing you to enjoy your sushi without skipping a beat.

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Millennium Falcon Chocolate Mold

Prepare to hit your taste buds at light speed with these Millennium Falcon chocolate molds. These geeky Star Wars themed silicone molds can be also be used to create Millennium Falcon shaped ice cubes, and will be a big hit at any geeky party.

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Multi-Use Survival Machete

If you’re heading into the wild, don’t do so without this multi-use survival machete. This ultra versatile and deadly high-carbon steel machete sports an ergonomic ash wood handle and can be utilized as a machete, a shovel, a brush axe, and a knife.

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YETI Rambler Steel Vacuum Insulated Tumbler

A man on the move needs a mug that can move with him. The Yeti Rambler is just about indestructible, comes in almost every color under the sun and has the vacuum sealed double walls that will keep his beverage at the desired temp all day long.

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Fuck This Shit Show Gratitude Journal

Life can be a lot to take sometimes and the Fuck This Shitshow gratitude journal is here to help. Inside its pages, you’ll get to do things like rate your mood in pineapples, read dozens of inspirational quotes, and even write down your thoughts.

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Exotic Meat Jerky Sticks

Beef jerky is too boring. Step your jerky game up with this sampler pack of exotic meat jerky sticks! It includes everything from Kangaroo to Wild Boar to Alligator!

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Am I Overthinking This?

Am I Overthinking This? is the remarkably captivating book that examines all of life’s big questions in a creative and colorful way. It’s witty, entertaining, and will make a wonderful addition to anyone’s coffee table.

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Men’s Valet Organizer Box

Avoid misplacing your most used items by placing them inside this men’s valet organizer box. This bedroom must-have comes with a series of differently sized compartments so that you can store everything from your smartphone and keys to some spare change.

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Philips Norelco Precision Body Hair Trimmer

If your man could give Bigfoot a run for his money, he needs a trimmer that can stand up to his mane. A Norelco Precision Trimmer is up to the task. It cuts through forests of body hair leaving clean lines, smooth skin, and just the right amount of hair where it should be.

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The Shark Bite Game

The Shark Bite game is sure to keep the kiddos on the edge of their seats during your next game night. Designed for 2 to 4 players, each player must try and snag a fish from the shark’s open mouth before he jumps up and the fish are gone for good.

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Cabin Porn Book

Find your inner peace by escaping the modern world around you while perusing through this Cabin Porn book. Each page transports you to an idyllic country setting where you’ll find some of the most remarkable rural homes in the whole world.

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Hoppy Beer Soap

Get springtime fresh like a true beer aficionado by lathering up with this Hoppy IPA beer soap. Handmade by artisans to ensure quality, this cruelty-free bar of soap features an enjoyable scent described as a combination of spicy, herbal, and grassy.

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Glow In The Dark Duct Tape

Go to the next level with your various duct tape projects with the glow in the dark duct tape. Whether you are making yourself a duct tape dress, wallet, boat, house, or even a duct tape time machine – all of your projects will look that much cooler when they glow in the dark.

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Japanese Katana Shift Knob

Cut your drive time in half by weaving through traffic with ninja-like precision using this Japanese katana shift knob. Intricately styled to resemble the elaborate hilt of a traditional Japanese sword, it makes a great accent piece for any hot import.

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100 Dates Bucket List Scratch Off Poster

Spice up your date night and create some happy memories with a poster featuring 100 different dates for you and your BF to enjoy together. That’s almost two years of dates if you you try one once a week.

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100 Dates Bucket List Scratch Poster

Keep your relationship from getting stale with this 100 Dates Bucket List scratch-off poster. This stylish poster comes with a carefully curated list of unique and fun date ideas ranging from going on a hot air balloon to going skinny dipping.

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F*ck Off Sleeping Mask

Ensure you remain undisturbed while you’re catching some Z’s by wearing this “Fuck Off” sleeping mask. It’s made from ultra smooth and soft 100% silk on both sides, filled with fluffy cotton, and embroidered with a bold message that’ll keep others away.

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Dr. Sheffield’s Chocolate Toothpaste

Get your fussy kids looking forward to brushing their teeth by placing a dab of Dr. Sheffield’s chocolate toothpaste on their brushes. This time-tested natural toothpaste features a delightful chocolaty flavor that will thrill kids and chocoholics alike.

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Micro-Adjustable No-Holes Belt

Get the perfect fit every time by wearing this micro-adjustable no-holes belt. The ingenious design features a solid buckle that clamps onto the belt at the exact point you need  – making it ideal for those holiday feasts where your waistline expands in a single sitting.

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Smartphone Heads Up Display System

Improve your driving experience by ushering your vehicle into the digital age with the smartphone heads up display system. This revolutionary accessory fits discreetly on the dashboard and works with almost any smartphone to provide real time driving information.

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Salt & Straw Ice Cream Cookbook

When the flavors at the store aren’t doing it for her cravings, your GF can make her own batch of Ice Cream with Salt & Straw’s Ice Cream Cookbook. The renowned ice cream parlor has included recipes for everything from Roasted Strawberry and Toasted White Chocolate to Buttered Mashed Potatoes and Gravy (yes, you read that right).

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Giant Tortilla Blanket

Take your love of Mexican food to new heights by wrapping yourself up in this tasty looking giant tortilla blanket. It measures 59-inches across and is made from ultra soft microfiber and flannel for utmost comfort while you’re lounging around.

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Crafting with Cat Hair

The friend that’s always covered in cat hair doesn’t have to let that fluff go to waste any more. Crafting with Cat Hair provides all the instructions they need to make giftable artisan items made from Mr. Jingles’ fur.

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Love Is Art Canvas and Paint Kit

Turn your sensual seduction into an artsy reproduction of your love with this Love is Art Canvas and Paint Kit. It’s easy and fun to use, just ink yourselves up with the skin-safe pigment and let your passion dictate how you move. When you’re finished, you’ll have a one-of-a-kind rendition of your affection.

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Bring Me Some Wine Socks

Say what’s on your mind without uttering a single word while wearing these “bring me some wine” socks. These white cotton socks provide a soft comfy fit that’ll keep your feet toasty – making this a great gift for the lazy wine lover in your life.

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Smartphone Instant Film Printer

Share your narcissistic selfies on a whole new level with the smartphone instant film printer. This portable printer lets you instantly print the pictures you take with your smartphone, so all your friends can have their very own dick pic duck-face picture of you.

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Fuego Hot Sauce Sampler Pack

Give any meal an explosion of spice and flavor with this Fuego Hot Sauce sampler pack at your side. Tastefully packaged like tiny sticks of TNT, this tasty gift pack comes with seven fiery sauces, inspired by some of the most famous peppers from around the globe.

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Countertop Home Draft Beer System

Chug down a bar-quality brew from the comfort of home with the countertop home draft beer system. It features a compact design that will easily fit on any countertop and can hold 67-ounces of premium craft beer which is about the same as a 6-pack.

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Magnetic Balance Lamp

Bring a little magic into your life by lighting your bedroom with this magnetic balance lamp. Available in either a circular, oval, or square design, each model features a magnetic switch that hangs mid-air while the light runs along the interior of the frame.

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The Plant Urinal Prank Gift Box

When nature calls, this box makes it look like dad’s getting a gift that will let him call nature back. In reality, it’s a hilarious gag box that to cover up his real present.

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Victorian Mansion DIY Playhouse

With a little work, you can transform your backyard in a magical playland for your little girl by building this Victorian mansion DIY playhouse. It boasts a charming exterior and comes with both adult and child doors and even a small loft with a ladder for easy access.

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Money To Burn Fire Starters

Look like a big money baller by starting firepits, barbeques, and campfires with fat stacks of money. These clever fire starters look like rolled up dollar bills, and are a great way to show off your wealth, status, and lack of modesty to everyone.

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R/C Submarine Kit

Put your down time to good use by building your very own R/C submarine using this neat kit. The fun little kit comes with all the essentials that you will require to bring this trusty sea-worthy and display-worthy vessel to life.

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The Present Of Nothing

This is the ideal gift for those hard-to-shop-for types who always say “nothing” when you ask them what they want. The present of nothing consists of a small empty box with the quote “This box contains nothing. Exactly what you wanted!”

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Ergonomic Shovel

You can’t reinvent the wheel, but you can redesign the shovel as seen with the ergonomic shovel. This revolutionary shovel design was built with proper body mechanics in mind, so you can shovel easier and suffer less back pain afterwards.

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Micro Penis Cure

Embarrass your buddy like only a BF can by anonymously sending him this Micro Penis Cure. This embarrassing prank box can be sent to the address of your choice – ideal for on-the-job pranking – and even offers you the option of having them sign for it.

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The Temporary Tattoo Printer

Look like the tattooed badass you’ve always wanted to be without the compromise with the temporary tattoo printer. This technological marvel will help you create over 5,000 different tattoo designs that you can put on your skin on a whim.

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31 Piece BBQ Grill Tool Set

Armed with a complete set of weapons of meat tenderization, the grill master sets upon his goal: to feed the crew at the ultimate barbecue. Dad will be the king of the hill when cooking over propane or gas using any of the 31 tools in this handy aluminum kit.

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Plush Microwavable Slippers

These plush microwavable slippers were made for lounging around on cold winter days. They’re soft and fluffy and can be placed inside the microwaved and heated to produce a level of comfort that will bring you to ectasy.

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Bunny Night Light

Help the little ones sleep soundly by vanquishing all the scary monsters lurking about with this bunny night light. This beyond-adorable night light is designed to look like a cute bunny that you can set to one of six colors including purple, green, and yellow.

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The Universal Socket Grip

Cut down on clutter in your toolbox with the immensely versatile Universal Socket. It features heavy-duty stainless steel construction and boasts a unique design made up of 54 individually spring-actuated steel rods that will instantly conform to any shape.

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The Perfect Posture Strap

Achieve the perfect form of sitting posture effortlessly with BetterBack. As seen on Shark Tank, this posture belt provides lower back support, helping relieve lower back pain as you sit.

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Hand Ashtray

You might be tough, but putting out cigars in your own hand is usually not a good idea. But now with these cast iron hand ashtrays you can maintain your rugged style of cigar extinguishing while keeping your hands out of harms way.

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Leatherman Signal Multi-Tool

Ensure you’re prepared for whatever comes your way when you’re on the job or in the wild, by packing along the Leatherman Signal multi-tool. This versatile tool weighs only 7.5 ounces and comes stocked with a total of 10 tools that range from a sharp blade to a fire starter.

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Gold Flakes Nail Polish

Make your most drab outfits stand out by adding a little flair with the gold flakes nail polish. Once you bedazzle your nails with some gold flakes you’ll give the impression your hands are adorned with the finest jewels and gems available on the planet.

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Crayola Glitter Sidewalk Chalk

Unleash your imagination unto the street and sidewalk with the crayola glitter sidewalk chalk. These sparkly crayons come in every color of the rainbow and offer an easy and fun way for kids to create amazing works of art that can be erased with a quick hose down wash.

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Gas Pump Liquor Dispenser

Pour your favorite poison with style by emptying the bottle into this gas pump liquor dispenser. Styled like a gas pump from yesteryear, this stylish dispenser will make a superb addition for the man cave or home bar of any booze-loving car aficionado.

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Himalayan Salt Fire Bowl Lamp

Create a soothing and inviting atmosphere in any part of your home by turning on a Himalayan salt fire bowl lamp. Each six inch diameter bowl is hand carved from 100% Himalayan salt and is outfitted with a small bulb at the bottom that makes it appear as if the bowl is on fire.

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