CHRISTMAS GADGETS OF YEARS PAST - Page 2

Spurt · ‎03-20-2010

1. The gadget that is used to shave hair off your face--what a "charming" gift for all your "hairy" family/friends---LOL (presented by the same vendor that filed callouses off the feet).....Sorry but I dont think hygiene gifts are a good idea unless someone actually BEGS for one....

2. The INFAMOUS Flashpad!

Animals are reliable, full of love, true in their affections, grateful. Difficult standards for people to live up to.”

SandySparkles · ‎06-13-2010

The Kuhn Rikon can opener that does a hundred and one things, and even combs your hair and flosses your teeth.😁 Seriously, I fell for the sales pitch when it was first introduced and am glad I did, because I LOVE it, and have purchased a few for gifts.

~~~All we need is LOVE💖

loriqvc · ‎11-06-2011

I have to admit that I've succumbed to purchases of several of the Q's random gift sets over the years, but not one has been a dud! As examples, my whole family loves our Poo-Pourri (only the original scent, though), Kuhn Rikon can openers and shears, and SKIL mini-lantern keychain lights, and my nephews were completely obsessed with their FlashPads for almost a full year. And even though the Emjoi presentations were/are absolutely unwatchable for me, I bought one for myself and one for my mother, and we both think they're pretty fantastic. Oh, and the MukLuks scarf-hat-gloves sets have been some of my friends' most-loved gifts.

BalletBabe · ‎03-05-2011

@Misplaced Parisian wrote:
@Shanus @depglass Oh snap....I kind of wanted one of those flashlights for my backpack. Seriously....I go to the bus stop at 6am and it's dark out there. Reading your posts made me think I could still be sipping my Earl Grey (hey, gotta have some sort of civilization at that hour) and see where I'm going with a flashlight dangling from my pack. And please no "wear a miner's hat"....my beloved BIL already thought of that notion. Smiles.

@Misplaced Parisian If you are serious about walking to the bus stop in the dark, PLEASE get yourself a pepper spray and a alarm. They are cheap and I believe that I would not be here today if I did not carry them. I also carry a Taser but you need to check to see if they are legal in your state. I bought my pepper spray from HSN last year. They came in a pack of 3 but you can but them anywhere. Please protect yourself.

Misplaced Parisian · ‎07-21-2015

@BalletBabe wrote:
@Misplaced Parisian wrote:
@Shanus @depglass Oh snap....I kind of wanted one of those flashlights for my backpack. Seriously....I go to the bus stop at 6am and it's dark out there. Reading your posts made me think I could still be sipping my Earl Grey (hey, gotta have some sort of civilization at that hour) and see where I'm going with a flashlight dangling from my pack. And please no "wear a miner's hat"....my beloved BIL already thought of that notion. Smiles.
@Misplaced Parisian If you are serious about walking to the bus stop in the dark, PLEASE get yourself a pepper spray and a alarm. They are cheap and I believe that I would not be here today if I did not carry them. I also carry a Taser but you need to check to see if they are legal in your state. I bought my pepper spray from HSN last year. They came in a pack of 3 but you can but them anywhere. Please protect yourself.

@BalletBabe I do indeed walk to the bus stop in the dark. Been doing it for over 10 years. You are so kind....a friend bought me an alarm last year that was popular on Facebook. I have that on my backpack. Thank you very much for your kindness and concern. I appreciate it. Love your nic, by the way. I adore the ballet.

Alison Wonderland · ‎02-05-2018

@Shanus wrote:
I remember, not fondly, the ladies sitting over dark towels and filing the callouses off their feet. Gross.

Presentations of Poo Pourri are always inappropriate to me. Not a great gift to give or receive or stuff in a stocking.

Sorry you find those inappropriate. I have both the Emjou pedi tool and Poo-Pourri and they're both fantastic. They do what they say they will do and do it well.

You may not always know what to get someone. but you do know that everyone poops, even the ones who pretend it doesn't smell when they do.

bikerbabe · ‎03-09-2010

Kachina624 · ‎03-10-2010

@grandma petes wrote:
The Pooping Moose was always good for a laugh...other crazy and goofy items during the holidays...but not on the Q....anything from Ron Popeil...that fishing rod....spray on hair😉....not to mention the endless Chia Pet commercials!!! Even back in the day (yes, I'm old) all of the Record Albums from K-Tel....

It's funny to see how times have changed just by watching what is advertised and what people are buying.

@grandma petes. I saw a Chia Pet commercial last night and decided I just must have a Bob Ross Chia Pet (not!). How dated is that?

I always wonder what my primary reaction would be if I received PoopPouri. First I think disappointment, then disgust fillowed by embarrassment. Horrible gift, even as a joke gift.

New Mexico☀️Land Of Enchantment

FlyersGirl · ‎03-13-2010

A few years ago I purchased the General tools battery operated precision mini screwdrivers. They came as a set of 2 and were gift boxed in nice storage cases. Each screwdriver has multiple driver heads that you can swap out depending on what you are working on. These are PERFECT for screwing/unscrewing the tiny screws on battery packs and glasses. Gave one to my brother and kept the other for myself. My brother still raves about his.

Another gadget is the Kuhn Rikon Shears (they used to be called "snips"). I have purchased these sets a few times for myself and for gifts. Great item, always useful and appreciated.