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The Giftionary: An A-Z Reference Guide for Solving Your Gift-Giving Dilemmas . . . Forever!
 
 

The Giftionary: An A-Z Reference Guide for Solving Your Gift-Giving Dilemmas . . . Forever! (Paperback)

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“Get and use Robyn Spizman’s Giftionary! It is filled with gifts of your heart’s desire. Robyn Spizman is undoubtedly the world’s `Queen of Gift Giving’ and I love listening to and putting her advice to work!”—Mark Victor Hansen, New York Times bestselling co-author of Chicken Soup for the Soul Series
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“Get and use Robyn Spizman’s Giftionary! It is filled with gifts of your heart’s desire. Robyn Spizman is undoubtedly the world’s `Queen of Gift Giving’ and I love listening to and putting her advice to work!”—Mark Victor Hansen, New York Times bestselling co-author of Chicken Soup for the Soul Series

Product Details

  • Paperback: 176 pages
  • Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin; 1 edition (May 20, 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0312311907
  • ISBN-13: 978-0312311902
  • Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.4 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #350,420 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars A few good ideas buried among a lot of schlock, December 8, 2004
By Dianne Cowan (Boston, MA USA) - See all my reviews
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I have to disagree with the reviewer who said the gift ideas were "tacky." "Corny" is the word I would've used. Virtually every idea in this book involves including a note with a bad pun with your gift. That would be OK, if the note were optional. The problem is, most of the gifts don't make sense without the note. If you leave out the silly note that says, "Sorry I've been driving you nuts," just imagine the confused look on the face of the person to whom you just gave a bag of mixed nuts.

There are a few genuinely good ideas here, but not enough to make the book worth the price, or to justify having it take up valuable bookshelf space. I'd advise checking it out of the library, sneaking a peek at the local bookstore, or as a last resort, buying it used.
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17 of 20 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars Tacky and disappointing, November 26, 2003
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A great many of the gift ideas in this book are tacky and tiresome to wade through in order to find the really thoughtful ideas. I'd prefer a much smaller book without the corniness, in which case I'd give it a five-star rating. If you look at the "look inside" pages on Amazon you will see what I mean about tacky ideas, and yes, the whole book is that way. Please judge for yourself if that style suits you.

For me, tacky gifts may be appropriate in some situations, but if I really want to warm someone's heart with my gift then tacky is not it. Giving your special lover some mints with a note that says "we were mint to be together" shows the person how clever you are with puns, but so what?

Reading the book was a little like watching a sitcom with a laugh-track. Kind of entertaining and clever, but a little tiresome. The reason I shelled out money for this book in the first place is that I wanted to learn how to embarrass myself with kindness when I give gifts, not merely to give people a few chuckles and some junk for them to throw out after the joke wears off.

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The solution to all my gift giving dilemmas!, May 1, 2003
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This is the ultimate reference guide for gifts for every occassion. Not only does the author provide the right gift, she gives you the right words to go along and make each gift extra special. Ideas such as sending someone 100 new pennies to apologize for something and tell them you promise you'll make more cents next time or sending bubble gum to say that your're sorry you blew it -- the very reason I am not sharing that chapter with my husband so I can start apologizing in style! This is a must-have book for every gift giver. I am taking one big piece of the author's advice on keeping a stocked gift closet with favorite CDs, knick-knacks and books and keeping copies of The Giftionary to give to all my friends.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Some Very Thoughtful Ideas, Too Many Punns
This book is nicely organized, it's easy to browse and find just what you want. There are certainly some very thoughtful, original gestures throughout; considerate ideas you... Read more
Published 4 months ago by A. Fawson

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Ideas
I like this book. I think she has some clever ideas. I can't wait to use them in the New Year. I love to give unique gifts. Read more
Published on January 5, 2007 by Tracy Harper

5.0 out of 5 stars The Giftionary Goes Above and Beyond -- A True Treasure
This book was everything I'd hoped for - and more. When I first heard about it I was interested to see just how creative gift giving can be. Read more
Published on March 15, 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME ADVICE
The Giftionary was a great book. I had several different birthday events to go to and for each one I used this book for my gifts. Everyone loved their gifts. Read more
Published on March 2, 2004 by niles174

5.0 out of 5 stars A gift to the reader!
What fun and what great ideas! This book is so unique. It shows how even the littlest gift can be made creative, clever and charming. Ms. Read more
Published on February 29, 2004

3.0 out of 5 stars disappointed
I was expecting ideas for my child's teachers.
I couldn't find any. There are some ideas for others but they are not what I expected I guess.
Published on August 7, 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars Great
Many, many great gift ideas in all price ranges. Really thoughtful touches. This book will make you look good at gift giving time.
Published on August 2, 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars A great book for GIFTS
I am really glad to have The GIFTionary to help me with gift giving ideas. Each section is full of suggestions that I will certainly use. Read more
Published on May 2, 2003 by Gail G. Heyman

5.0 out of 5 stars A Fabulous Idea!
The Giftionary is the perfect solution to any gift giving dilemma. I always want to give people gifts that are both appropriate for the situation and fun, but have a difficult... Read more
Published on April 28, 2003 by Jenny Savitt

5.0 out of 5 stars Always give the greatest gifts
The GIFTionary is the greatest gift giving guide I've seen. The book is broken down in easy to find alphabetical categories so I was able to find the exact category I was looking... Read more
Published on April 28, 2003 by Tamara

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