Mr. Bijoy's 2016 Gift Guide!



So, here's the deal- Some people (I'm sure you know one) are difficult when it comes to gifting. SO to make it easy, I find random, nifty things that I think would make cool gifts and I share them with you. Buy one for yourself, buy one for a friend, buy one for a lover, buy none. I don't get any money from sharing these with you, I just think these things are cool and unique. Sound good? Ok, so:


  • Shinola makes one of finest American timepieces in the world, from the heart of Detroit. Also, they aren't prohibitively expensive. Check out the Shinola Runwell for a unique timepiece with a great story. 
  • Some people have immense pride in the place in which they live. Let them show it in a unique way with these coasters. 
  • Apple isn't a perfect company. In fact, the design of the laptop chargers has been pretty abysmal over the years. Here's how you fit your charger behind something, because it sticks out way too far, otherwise.
  • I mean, you can drink and play with a Magic 8 Ball all at once? Yeah, with this tumbler! Sign me up! 
  • Who doesn't want to drop the mic after they make a point? And why not get a mic that won't break?
  • Who wants to be frustrated and love The Walking Dead at the same time? Wait, more than the show can frustrate on a regular day. How about with The Walking Dead Monopoly! THis might be an awful gift. 
  • Do you have gamer friends who got married, had unprotected sex, and now are expecting their first child? Here. You can thank me later. 
  • When people put booze in big fruit, magic happens. Make it easy to partake in this magic by getting them a tap for the fruit. Not kidding. Check it out. 
  • Coasters. We should all use them. Why? Let these coasters tell you exactly why. 
  • Have a bicyclist friend? Want to get them something they will use and think of how awesome you are every time they use it? Get them this. 

I hope this helps you in your holiday giving endeavors! Peace and hairgrease, my friends. 

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