This is a great thread! I just wanted to add- I keep 2 lists, one of things I've purchased and for whom. The other list is of ideas that have just come to me or people have mentioned. These are both posted in my "gift closet"...which is slowly becoming a stockpile area for other stuff!!
I have recently picked up 2 remington electric shavers at Rite Aid for 4.99 each & 2 "hot pots" -- instant water boilers-- from meijer for $10 on clearance. I'm always looking for girly things like those snap wallets for cheap too!!