Guest Post Submitted by:BradsDeals

While it’s easy to go the simple route and shop for a new tie or the hottest gadget, there exists a multitude of impressive alternative gifts that will knock the socks off of your loved one. Add a personal touch to your gift giving this holiday season by opting for something none of your friends are going to be able to brag about when the holidays come and go. Even better, options for alternative gifts are made even more plentiful and accessible with the explosion of online shopping. Let’s look at just a few hot places to shop for the best alternative gift choice.
1. Barbara’s Dolls. Skip over the Barbie aisle in your local toy store and head to Barbara’s Dolls to find the perfect gift for the antique doll collector. Or if you’re looking to give your daughter a quality product they can keep as an heirloom, look no further. If dolls aren’t your thing, take a browse through their selection of old world furniture, accessories, clothing and more.
2. Etsy. Art, photography, jewelry and more random knick-knacks than your mind can fathom lie in wait at the Etsy e-commerce shop. This iospace-launched business specializes in vintage products sold in a format akin to that of a craft fair. Shoppers are likely to find treasures they will keep with them for a lifetime – or at least until they find someone to resell them to for a profit.
3. ThinkGeek. Founded as a go-to online store for the tech savvy, ThinkGeek has now evolved to the point where it offers gifts for a mere $10 to $50 for the resident dork in your household. These gifts range from electronic t-shirts to Doctor Who screwdrivers to – you guessed it- Star Wars memorabilia. Let the geek be with you.
5. Charities. Not everyone prefers to receive material items during the holidays; in fact, many would rather see that money spent goes to those in dire need of assistance. Feel free to donate in the name of your gift receiver through organizations such as World Vision, St. Jude and many, many more.
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