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And that was Father’s Day…
Posted on 6 September 2010 | No responses
I hope you all enjoyed spending Father’s Day with your Dads or remembering him in some way.
I found this clip today and it seemes appropriate. It’s a gently hunourous look back at the way one mad was raised by his dad. I hope you enjoy it.
That’s a wrap!
Posted on 4 September 2010 | No responses
Welcome to the weekly edition of “That’s A Wrap”, a roundup of all that’s new & hot this week at Gifts for Blokes.
What’s New
- Dadcando a great book of activities, things to make and do for kids and dads to work on together
- Dr Who Dalek Keyring Torches
- Doctor Who – Remote Control Daleks 6 inch & 12 inch models to choose from
- Fishing Sign
- See all the new products here
What’s Hot
- The Ultimate Loo Book
- Running Man Lamps
- Squiggle photo frames
- Bald and Beautiful & SuperDad BBQ Aprons
- Pilsners for Groom, Bestman & Groomsman
- Father to be Trunks/undies
Extra Bits
It was all about Father’s Day this week! There should be lots of happy Dads this year! We wish all Dads a very happy Fathers Day and hope they get totally spoilt!
We were very excited to receive the new Dr Who Dalek remote controls – they come in 2 sizes, a huge 12 inch Dalek which could take over your house. And the 6 inch Daleks available in either Red or Blue, purchase 1 to use on its own or purchase 2 and watch them battle.
Also back in stock are the Dr Who Tardis cookie jars.
We have also received boxes of new goodies for indoor living and hope to have these up on the website soon, plus we have some new competitions on the way soon, so watch the competitions page for updates. We have also announced the winners of the Fathers Day competition, we had loads of entries and they were all so good, but we finally narrowed the field down to our 3 winners. And judging the entries we found Dads certainly have a unique way of expressing themselves at times.
Have a great weekend, until next time 
That’s a wrap!
And The Stig is……..Revealed!
Posted on 2 September 2010 | 1 response
Well, it has finally happened. The Stig has become a real person with a real name whether we like it or not.
The BBC has lost its fight to keep The Stig’s identity a secret.
If you watch Top Gear you will know that much of the fun is built around The Stig as a character. He is a mystery man full of strange habits such as listening to language tapes as he drives at top speed around the racing track. He has been a faceless, helmeted man in white racing overalls.
The driver who is The Stig has written an autobiography in which he reveals his role in the Top Gear show. Of course, the BBC wasn’t too happy because they fear it will take away some of the fun from the show.
What do you think? Do you want to know who he is? Will it make a difference to you?
I’m not going to mention his name here because I prefer to think of The Stig as a mystery man and the figure who hides inside my soap and my alarm clock every morning!
The Loo Book’s Back!
Posted on 31 August 2010 | Comments Off
The Ultimate Loo Book is back in stock. This is one of our best sellers and you’ve been asking for it so here it is.
This is a compilation of Mitchell Symons bestselling books ( This Book, That Book, and The Other Book) and it’s full of totally useless trivia and information.
For example, did you know that:
• A snail has about 25,000 teeth?
• Thomas Edison, inventor of the light bulb, was afraid of the dark?
• The strongest muscle in the body is the tongue?
• Stalin’s left foot had webbed toes?
• Jellyfish sometimes evaporate?
• Iggy Pop is allergic to milk?
You never know when you might need some of these details especially if you’re in the habit of going to Trivia Nights or betting with your mates.
Actually, it’s a great gift for anyone with a curious mind but Dad will love it on Father’s Day. After all, don’t Dad’s like to know it all?
That’s a wrap!
Posted on 28 August 2010 | Comments Off
Welcome to the weekly edition of “That’s A Wrap”, a roundup of all that’s new & hot this week at Gifts for Blokes.
What’s New
- Top Gear gift pack
- BBQ aprons – new design SuperDad + Bald and Beautiful aprons
- Slim style stubby holders for Groom, Bestman & Groomsman
- Fishing Sign
- Auto signs including Holden Ute and Ford Falcon
- Books – including Dadcando & Top Gear
- See all the new products here
What’s Hot
- My Dad Interview Journal
- Dad Wooden Photo Frame
- Squiggle photo frames
- The Ultimate Loo Book
- Socks for the Groom, Bestman & Groomsman
Extra Bits
It’s all been about Fathers Day this week and there will be lots of happy dads around on Sunday September 5. But if you havent got Dad a gift yet, there is still time. Orders are posted out daily and if you order before 10.30am (Monday – Friday – aest) we will post your order out that day! If you order after 10.30am, it is posted out the next business day. We understand how important timeframes can be sometimes so we make every effort to get your gifts to you in time. For more info on shipping/postage check out the info on our faq page.
But just a reminder that September 5 & Father’s Day is just over 1 week away now…
Have a great weekend, until next time
That’s a wrap!
Fathers Day Presents – The Top Five
Posted on 27 August 2010 | Comments Off
There are going to be some happy dads this Fathers Day! If you haven’t got dad his Fathers Day present yet, there is still time to shop online for that special gift.
If you are not sure about what to buy, here is the Top 5 most popular Fathers Day presents at Gifts for Blokes.
- My Dad Interview Journal
- = 2nd Dad Black photo frame & Squiggle Daddy photo frames
- Number 1 Dad Wine Bottle Opener Set
- Oz Crawl Game
- Super Dad BBQ Apron – new coloured Super symbol!
Other hot favourites that didn’t quite make the Top 5, were the;
Running Man Lamp, Dad Water Bottle, Dads Shed signs & Grandpa Water Bottles, Golf gift sets and Top Gear gifts and books.
So if you have been looking for a gift for dad, take a browse around the Gifts for Blokes store, there are loads of gifts for all types of Dads.
And all orders are dispatched within 24 hours Monday – Friday. To find out more about how quickly you can receive your special gift for Dad, check out the info on shipping here
New Pods in Stock
Posted on 26 August 2010 | Comments Off
Just in time for Father’s Day we have the clever little Game Pods new in stock. Pods are clever little packages that can contain almost anything. In this case they contain games. We have four to choose from.
Chess Pod
Pod contains: chess mat, wooden chess pieces & instructions
Dominoes Pod
Pod contains: Dominoes mat, wooden domino pieces & instructions
Cards Pod
Pod contains: Pack of cards including jokers, score pad & pencil & instructions for several popular card games
Poker Dice Pod
Pod contains: 5 Sets of Poker Dice, fabric mat & instructions
Pods are great because they are very portable and also easy to store. The contents pack easily back into the little shell so there is no messy packing up required after a game.
Best of all, these are just $14.95 each so you could afford to buy a couple. Come in and have a look through the What’s New section. You’ll see them all there.
Almost Father’s Day….
Posted on 24 August 2010 | Comments Off
In honour of our Dad’s I thought I would make a list of the things that he never actually said to his daughters except in our dreams. If you’re a bloke this list might not all apply to you.
Do any of these sound familiar?
10 things my Dad never said to me:
1. You don’ really need a job. Stay with us forever.
2. I really love that boyfriend of yours….
3. Let me by that car for you.
4. Here, take the keys to my car…..
5. Darling, you really need a new dress/shirt/shoes….. Let’s go shopping.
6. Your girlfriends are sweet and I really don’t mind it when they scream suddenly and make me jump up in terror.
7. Honey, I think it’s a bill. Just let me handle it.
8. I knew you liked them that’s why I bought you these ……(diamonds? chocolate? super-high stilettos?)
9. You just stay there and I’ll help Mum with the cooking.
10. You are so talented. Sing me another song….
What he DID say to us, though, was “I love you” and he used his own special way to show it, didn’t he?
Don’t forget how much he loves you and how much you really love him. Buy him something wonderful on Father’s Day.
That’s a wrap!
Posted on 21 August 2010 | Comments Off
Welcome to the weekly edition of “That’s A Wrap”, a roundup of all that’s new & hot this week at Gifts for Blokes.
What’s New
- Games – Travel game pods, plus board games & puzzles
- Every Man Jack – Mens skin care & hair care kits and travel packs
- The Potty Fisher for the fisherman & the Potty Putter – for the golfers
- Number 1 Dad & Number 1 Grandpa stubby holders, pilsners & more!
- Dads Beer Stubby Holders & Bar Mats
- Ford – GT and Oval Badge merchandise
- Holden HSV – Maloo merchandise
- Books – New books for new dads & other new titles just arrived!
What’s Hot
- T- Shirt – Happy Wife – Happy Life
- How to Enjoy your Mother-in-Law – Book
- Awesome Foursome Golf balls
- My Dad Interview Journal
- Dad Wooden Photo Frame
- Socks for the Groom, Bestman & Groomsman
Extra Bits
Fathers Day Competition – still time to enter – entries close Sunday 22nd August at 6pm (aest)
We have been invaded by boxes and boxes of new goodies and have been busily unpacking the new items and listing them on the website. So that you have loads of choice for Father’s Day presents and gifts for birthdays.
But just a reminder that Father’s Day is just over 2 weeks away now…
Have a great weekend, until next time
That’s a wrap!
New TV Channel for Blokes
Posted on 19 August 2010 | Comments Off
Channel 7 has announced a new TV station which targets men between the ages of 16 and 49. It is to be called 7mate and launches on 25 Septenber with the AFL Grand Final.
This is a free to air digital station so you will need digital TV or a set top box to be able to see it. It will run lots of US sit coms and comedy cartoons such as the family guy, along with sport.
Seven’s head of programming Tim Worner says 7mate is after “the most elusive demographic in media”. Mumbrella, a site which reports on Australian media, says that “In a concern for Ten’s sports channel One, the positioning also gives Seven the potential to show more live sport once the long-awaited government review of the rules on free to air sports is completed.” Can you imagine the male bliss of a tv station filled with live and free sport?
It will be interesting to see how the station goes. How often does your bloke watch TV? The image of the Aussie male sitting in front of the TV on the couch with a beer while he wastes his weekend isn’t really accurate these days, is it?
The shows are all very blokey. Sport, Family Guy, Air Crash Investigations, Monster Garage, Fifth Gear, The Universe and Life After People are just some of the shows on the list. Advertisers who target males will love it. Finally here is a chance to reach them! I hope they use it to push the message about male health, too.
Good luck with your bloke channel, Channel 7. Use it wisely.