If you know someone facing an upcoming milestone birthday, it is time to get to planning for a big birthday bash. Milestone birthdays are the perfect time to poke some fun and get some laughs, and there is no better way to do that then by giving the perfect gag gift. Need some great ideas? Here are five awesome gag gifts for a milestone birthday:

Memory loss gifts. Everyone knows that part of growing old is memory loss. Choose a gag gift that hints at your friend’s impending memory troubles and have everyone at the party rolling in laughter. For example, you may choose a book about improving your memory, a fake “memory enhancer” label on a pill bottle, or a memory improvement game. You can even gift a bag of marbles, and specify that it’s to replace the recipient’s lost marbles.

Skin care. Put together a collection of anti-wrinkle serums, skin tightening creams, and “face lift in a bottle” products for a lady approaching a milestone birthday. The more far-out the products are, the funnier your gag gift will be. You may even purchase caulk from the hardware store and make your own label, calling it “super wrinkle cream” or “crack filler.”

For regularity. A funny idea for someone who has a great sense of humor is to put together a “regularity gift basket.” In the basket, include a pack of adult diapers, a fiber supplement, a box of laxatives, and some prunes and/or prune juice.

Funny T-shirts. If you search online, you can find a wide array of funny t shirts designed specifically for those facing their 40th, 50th, 6oth . . . and so on . . . birthdays. Look for t-shirts printed with funny slogans like, “over the hill and ready to roll,” “I make 60 look good,” and “vintage.” To get the entire party involved, purchase shirts for all the guests and wear them at the party in honor of the birthday boy or girl.

A good time for the hard of seeing. This is a great idea for someone who is reaching a 40th or 50th birthday—who is not yet old, but who can still be teased a little bit for aging. Purchase some crossword puzzles, a pair of reading glasses, and a magnifying glass. Throw in some bingo cards and call it “a fun night.”

As you can see, there are a lot of really fun gag gift ideas for that special someone who is reaching a milestone birthday. Of course, use your best judgment when deciding what is appropriate, and keep in mind that the idea is to have fun with it.

About the Author: Alvaro Hechmer considers himself a comedian. He doesn’t let a birthday go by without surprising his friends with a gag gift or two!

If you’re looking for inspiration for what to give someone next, why not consider a gift basket? Gift baskets are a great option for anyone and have many advantages. If you make the gift basket yourself, you can tailor the gift perfectly to the specific person you are giving it to so that it’s the right price and right theme and so that you can demonstrate the time and effort you’ve put into creating it. You don’t need to be talented at art or anything else to make a gift basket, yet it isn’t just something you’ve just bought and wrapped up either.

The secret to a good gift basket then is to come up with a theme and to think about how you can tie all the items inside together. Unless you have thought about the theme, your gift basket can sometimes look a little bit random and erratic and can risk feeling thrown together. By taking time and effort in coming up with an overarching theme you can show more time and thought has gone into it and make the gift more appropriate to the occasion. Here are some special gift baskets to make for a special occasion:

Themes for Gift Baskets

Christmas Gift Basket: Christmas is an easy theme for a gift basket and is of course ideal for any basket you want to give to someone around Christmas. This is something that anyone can enjoy and it’s ideal for getting in a festive mood. Items that will go nicely in a Christmas gift basket include gingerbread, Christmas carols on a CD, Christmas pudding, crackers, roasted chestnuts, gluwein and more. You can also decorate your basket with a little holly.

Romantic/Sexy Gift Basket: A gift basket can make a great gift for Valentine’s Day or for an anniversary, and there are lots of things you can include that will be both sexy and romantic. For instance, you can include some massage oil, a nice scented candle, some lingerie, a sexy red lipstick, a rose, oysters, and a bottle of red wine. You can also sprinkle in rose petals and scent the basket itself. A tip: when creating your gift basket, consider the overall color scheme and make sure that your items all go together visually as well as thematically.

Spa Gift Baskets: A spa in a basket is an ideal way to get someone to relax and treat themselves without necessarily having to travel to a spa. The kinds of things that will go well in these baskets are massage oil, bath products, relaxation music, scrubbers, wine, and a book of massage.

Summer Gift Baskets: A summer basket can essentially be the foundation of a great picnic. Include some cheeses and wines, some dips and breads, some summery flowers like daffodils or sunflowers, jams, and some sunscreen to finish it all off. It’s the little touches like this that demonstrate thought and consideration and ensure that the person has everything they need to help to make your gift basket a real hit. You can even include the picnic basket itself and a ball to play catch with.

Afternoon Tea Gift Basket: Afternoon tea is a rare treat and a lot of fun, so add a touch of class to your gift by creating an afternoon tea gift basket. All you’ll need is jams, scones, clotted cream, and some good quality tea. You could also include sandwiches, tea cakes, and even the crockery if you want to go all out.

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Although this winter was not the coldest in history, those who enjoy the outdoors are still happy to see it go. As the weather begins to get warmer and the sun begins to stay up longer, outdoor adventurers are getting their bikes, hiking gear, and climbing gear out of storage and are starting to get excited about the prospect of putting them to use this summer. These kinds of outdoor activities are great because they are entertaining and also get the heart going without having to do mundane exercises like run on a treadmill or ride a stationary bike. Also, let’s be honest, you look pretty cool while you are doing them as well.

If you have a friend who’s into outdoor adventures, you may want to make their next birthday gift something that will help them on their outdoor excursions. This may be a tough decision to make if you are not the outdoorsy type yourself. There are a lot of simple things that you can get for your adventure-seeking friends that are fairly inexpensive but could really make their day when they are on the trail or on the side of a mountain. Here are some items you may not have thought of that would make great gifts for outdoor adventurers.

MacGyver Bracelets

These are some of the hottest accessories out there for those who like to adventure in more remote areas. They are commonly referred to as a survival kit that you can wear on your wrist. They can double as a cord for rappelling with a stainless steel clasp as well as a fashion item.

Extra Tire Tubes

You never know when your tire might pop or spring a leak when on the biking trail. That is why it is always helpful to have an extra tube on hand. This makes a great gift for a cyclist friend because this is something that they may not think to purchase for themselves. You never know how important they are until you need one. An air compressor could also be a great gift for your cyclist friends.

A Waterproof Tent

Camping is one of the most popular summer activities for families and survivalists as well. You can never account for the weather so it can be a great asset to those who enjoy camping as an activity to have a tent that can withstand the elements no matter what kind of situation the camper may find themselves in. It is pretty hard to get a good night’s sleep when you are soaking wet.

Shoes

Shoes are a great gift for hikers, runners, and climbers. Make sure you understand the main activity that they will be used for so that you buy footwear that fits correctly and provides the right kind of grip.

These are just a few of the gifts you could purchase for your adventurer friends. There is no limit to what you can find. Remember, unlike other gifts, it is not always the thought that counts when it comes to outdoorsy gear. Make sure you have a basic understanding of the activities that your friend is interested in so you don’t buy them something that will fail them or that they will never use.

Holly loves the outdoors, indoors, and everywhere in between. In her spare time, she blogs on behalf of Sears and other brands she enjoys.