Stocking Stuffer Ideas

It’s that time of year again, Halloween just past us by and we are all starting to gear up for the holidays. It’s time to start thinking about what we are going to get everyone for Christmas but yet still stay within our budget.  Everyone hates those dreaded lines at the mall or trying to find a parking space, that's why more and more shoppers are turning to online shopping, I personally have not stepped foot in a mall after November 15^th for over 7 years. I am a 100% online shopper, and the great part is I can even send the item right to someone’s door.

So you’re probably starting to think about what to get, well it’s a proven fact that consumer electronics are some of the top sellers this time of year, whether it’s a bargain on a new flat screen TV, the latest gaming system, Blu-ray player or an internet tablet these items are always a hit.

So the big ticket item is covered now what about the stocking stuffers. Nothing is more disappointing than receiving one of these great electronics and not having all of the accessories to jump right into using them.

I always think about what someone would need when installing their new TV or game system. That’s right a TV wall mount or some high qualityHDMI cables and other install accessories. These items may not be the highlight of the day but sure will come in handy when it’s time to connect that game system to the new TV and get the action started. Your friend or loved one will really appreciate the extra thought you put into what you got them and the best part is these items can be purchased online for much less than the big box stores at the mall.

Even if you didn’t buy them the expensive electronic equipment and you’re looking for a cost effective way to get that special someone exactly what they need. Keep the accessories in mind. You can easily spend $15-$25 on socks and underwear and who really wants that or get them a premium audio videocable or TV wall mount instead. This is a no brainer! 

The Bathroom- A TVs Final Frontier

I recently helped a good friend of mine remodel the master bathroom in his house and we came up with some creative ideas. His wife had always wanted a soaker tub and a nice relaxing atmosphere; which we were able to accommodate. While searching for designed ideas he came across an article how someone had installed a flat screen TV and mounted it over the tub so they could soak and watch their favorite shows.

At first his wife thought the idea was a bit tacky and would take away from the relaxing nature of the tub, but being the guy that he is, he went ahead and wired for the TV anyway.  We added some niches for towels and bath accessories right into the wall for easy access and hung a beautiful chandelier right over the tub. 

His wife absolutely loved it, but she was still very hesitant about mounting the TV in the bathroom, but again being the guy that he is we installed a titling TV mount about 3-4 feet above the base of the tub tilting it to the perfect angle for the viewer sitting in the tub, and as an added bonus he bought his wife the last season of Sex In the City in hopes that she would come around.

 Needless to say after watching a few episodes of her favorite show, soaking in a hot bubble bath she no longer thinks it’s a bad idea. Matter of fact since our wife’s are friends as well I think I will have to add a flat screen TV mounted on our bathroom wall next, and I’m not too proud to admit I will be watching a football game or two soaking in bubbles myself.