If the recipient of a gift is a techie, try to select a unique gift that shows some imagination.

Finding the unique aspects in party gifts will ensure the recipient is pleased

The scream heard ’round the world was long and loud. It was an ugly sound, full of distain. Investigations on all continents finally resolved the echoing mystery. The noise pollution was attributed to socks. And the person responsible for the resonating sound pled guilty but claimed to have forewarned friends and family that, “If I get one more pair of socks, I’ll scream.”

Help make the world a quieter place by researching some of the unique party gifts available today to celebrate all occasions. They are gifts that reflect a bit of forethought and imagination. They are gifts that go well with the personality of the recipient. And they are tokens of esteem that will be received with coos of satisfaction rather than screams of despair. Unique party gifts are easy to obtain when those that are blah and boring have been excluded.

Evaluate the recipient’s personality

When you think of the types of unique party gifts that would please your gift recipient, what is the person doing? Is your intended sitting on the dock with a fishing pole in hand? Is he or she in the kitchen surrounded by bread machines and bagel slicing gizmos? These days, another favorite haunt may be the area in front of the computer—if the person who will be receiving your gift has a high tech personality. The selection of unique party gifts is made easier when some forethought is applied.

Make outdoor activities more fun

Your gifts to a person who loves barbecues, the great outdoors or sports such as fishing and golf will be well received if you think about the gear used in those activities. Consider for this person some of the unique party gifts that will make a day outdoors easier and more fun. Choices range from solar powered golf carts to field binoculars that feature a digital camera as a part of the unit.

One of the most imaginative inventions for such a person is a cooler that can be ridden. The three-wheeled, motorized cooler has a sturdy lid that suffices as a seat and a 500-watt electric motor that propels the fully insulated cooler to speeds of about 14 miles per hour. Whether transporting fish, beer or ice, the motorized cooler is one of the many unique party gifts available today that are guaranteed to please.

These days, folks who know about computers and other intricate electronics pride themselves on being classified as geeks. The attainment of geek-hood intimates a high intelligence level and the ability to solve complex problems. The family geek is the one people seek out when they want the lowdown on almost any complex situation. Geeks are creative innovators. Geeks love gadgets. There are many unique party gifts that will please a geek.

Among the most unique party gifts available today are geek-pleasing products such as star show projectors that use light to cast a pattern of constellations on the ceiling of any darkened room. Also popular are remote control toys. Earn an A+ by giving a geek anything robotic.

Many scientific yet entertaining robotic toys fall into the category of unique party gifts. Try giving a geek a voice-activated R2-D2 robot—the feisty little droid from Star Wars—and watch the reaction. The robot moves freely and obeys more than 40 voice commands. It answers questions and plays bits from Star Wars movies. Gee whiz!

Party hearty with imaginative extras

Once the search for unique party gifts has been completed, it’s time to think about setting the stage for the greatest party on earth. Think about themes—outer space, the circus, movie lore and links to holidays. Consider the type of cuisine your guest of honor enjoys.

You can whip up a Mexican fiesta theme by incorporating foods and drinks that reflect the culture. Any special occasion that calls for unique party gifts may warrant some extra-festive accoutrements. Isn’t it time for a margarita party? Chill the drinks and hang the piñatas. There’s salsa to be paired with toasted nacho chips. And banners and flags make a merry backdrop for any party.

It only takes a little forethought to come up with an array of unique party gifts and some unique ways of celebrating any special occasion. Do a little research. Put on your trench coat and investigate the party person’s likes and dislikes. You’re sure to have the best party ever held anywhere on earth. In fact, don’t be surprised if the next scream heard ’round the world is one of sheer delight.