It's staaaaarting... the fake trees, the blow-up Santas, the holiday pressure that can lead you to buy really strange stuff. Fear not! A quick trip through our little shop of horrors will remind you to spend wisely.
 Price: $9.99-$13.99 |
Shrub covers. And then your pine tree will need a coat. Stop now. |
 Price: $54.99 |
Darth Vader toaster. The Dark Lord's face... with jam? May the Force be with you as seek a more normal gift like, say, socks. |
 Price: $68.50 |
Frankentoys. Years later, in therapy, your child will sob hysterically as she recalls with terror, the toy you thought was cute and humorous. |
 Price: $7.50 |
Garbage bag dress. There's a reason Hefty isn't a designer name. |
 Price: $129.99 |
Portable Stripper Pole. Funny—until your 12-year-old finds it. |
 Price: $79.95-$89.95 |
Steak branding iron. Nothing spells macho like his initials, branded into your flank... steak. |
As further protection, prevent crafty disasters by reading Regretsy; steer clear of anything advertised on cable at 3 A.M.; avoid clearance rack items—and remember: Most of this post was brought to you by SkyMall.
It's the thought that counts. Tell us your holiday gift horror stories.
