Holiday Gift Guide: Ideas For Your New Boyfriend From Etsy

First holiday as a couple and nervous about what to get your new boyfriend? Before you buy a gift card or -- God forbid -- a tie, think about what drew you to him in the first place and find a way to celebrate what you like most about him. To get you inspired, we've put together an Etsy guide of items that are as unique as he is. Many of the gifts are handmade and can be personalized to make them even more special, and they show you're willing to put in the extra effort.

PHOTOS: 11 Gift Ideas For Your New Boyfriend

Comments

[andrsjill]

10:08 PM on 12/16/2011

Oh...thank you, thank you, thank you. When I saw that guitar pick I knew right away this was the perfect gift. My husband and I have been happily married for over 30 years and this is the one (perfect!) gift I know he will treasure. I plan on purchasing it and I know what I'll have stamped on. It's a gift exactly like this~ that make the life long memories all the more sweeter. (:))

Happy holidays!
Blessings~

[tiamo]

07:37 PM on 12/16/2011

RE: "I PICK YOU"

Did you leave an "R" out ?

"You may pick your friends and you may pick your nose but you may not pick your friends nose."

[jacki650]

03:01 PM on 12/16/2011

I really like the poster with the different movie titles (all must see "manly" movies lol)..Definitely going to have to suggest that to the Ultimate Gift Guide for Men > http://www.skinnyscoop.com/list/larissa/holiday-2011-gift-ideas-best-gifts-for-him

[onwisconsin]

09:43 PM on 12/14/2011

I'd like the wooden iphone cover.

Of course, I'm a woman and do woodworking as a hobby. My husband surprises me with power tools that are on my wishlist. My dad does the same thing and also buys me fly fishing gear.

For him, it's usally books and cds he wants and clothing I know he already likes but in new colors. I tried (our first year together) giving him clothing I liked but that wasn't successful. After that fiasco, I watch for what he likes but just won't buy himself because of the price. Moral: don't try to change your husband/boyfriend. Love the man he is as he is.

[Junaid Noori]

04:48 PM on 12/13/2011

Seeing these gifts confirms how much women don't understand us men. I would take a delicious sandwich over any of these products. And if you do purchase something, getting it in discount would be considered a declaration of love.

My wife knitted me a sweater. I now wear it every single day much to her dismay.

[onwisconsin]

09:52 PM on 12/14/2011

Why at a discount? If it's my money that I earn, why should you ever even know how much I spend?

My husband and I are a two income family and I make more. We don't ever have to ask the other's permission to spend our own money (though we do confer for large purchases) and we spend what we like on gifts to one another. I may find a $2,000 present I want to buy for him or I may find an out of print book he's been looking for for $3.50. Or I can do as I have done many times and build him something unique that fills a need. All are equally acceptable because they are given from the heart.

Likewise, I am grateful for the small and large kindnesses my husband does for me. I would never dream of setting limits on his generosity or expect him to spend more than he was comfortable. He usually finds a power tool I've been wanting or surprises me with a book, cd, or small piece of jewelry (I don't like large pieces). Whatever it is, I accept and thank him for his thoughtfulness.

[PuertoRicanprincess]

10:52 AM on 12/13/2011

what a stupid list

[N133]

06:59 PM on 12/13/2011

Ick, go away!

[missmaryc]

11:07 AM on 12/15/2011

Well I for one agree with you. I happen to be in the position of giving Christmas gifts to my new beau, and guess what? I got him BOTH a gift certificate (to his favorite store) AND a tie (with silly holiday characters he loves). Both of these things say much more about who is is, what he likes and what I love about him than anything on this silly list. These gifts may be unique, but they are only suitable to a small % of recipients. My boyfriend doesn't play the guitar, or even have an Ipad. Almost none of these would be appropriate for him. And who on earth REALLY wants a Top Gun shaving bag??

[Sophia R]

11:43 AM on 12/15/2011

Same here! Not a single thing on that list seems like something my boyfriend would appreciate. To be honest, I'd be embarrassed to give him anything from it. Let's face it - there's no list out there that's comprehensive for all men, because every guy is different and will appreciate different things. Ladies, I mostly strongly recommend getting a gift that's as unique as your boyfriend is. :) He deserves it!

[colin72]

08:32 AM on 12/13/2011

I'll take the money instead,

[lisalawless]

11:59 PM on 12/12/2011

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[Edward Standley]

11:27 PM on 12/12/2011

No,no,no. All Wrong. Here's a proper list-
1. Bacon
2. Fireworks
3. South Park DVD's
4. Bellybutton piercing (for you)
5. More bacon

[lifeisrosey]

11:24 PM on 12/12/2011

Thanks so much for including my LIFE IS ROSEY handstamped sterling silver guitar pick. It's such an honor to see my work in the Huffington Post! A very exciting day for a work-from-home full time mother of two/jewelry artisan! Many thanks for promoting very small business! :) Sarah Jane (owner/designer www.lifeisrosey.com)

[N133]

07:00 PM on 12/13/2011

I know this is a stupid question, but can you actually use the pick (bf plays the guitar, I don't)...

[onwisconsin]

09:54 PM on 12/14/2011

Yes, but you get a different sound than plastic. I like using a metal pick.

[The Corporate Champion]

10:56 PM on 12/12/2011

Nothing good...

[Happy Clb]

06:03 PM on 12/12/2011

i'd like a gift of a new boyfriend. :)

[colin72]

08:32 AM on 12/13/2011

Done and done.