The Art of Giving: The 2014 Christmas Gift Guide for Sports Fans
When it comes to finding gifts for sports fanatics, you have a lot of options – so many, in fact, that it might seem overwhelming. Finding the right gift doesn’t have to be stressful – it should be fun! Remember, The Art of Giving is about finding a gift that shows that you really know the person and reflects their individual interests and personality. So a good place to begin is by considering the style and tastes of the person for whom you’re shopping. To help inspire you, I’ve created a 2014 Christmas Gift Guide for Sports Fans – it includes 25 great gift ideas for all the sports fans on your list.
For the Stylish Fan: Women’s Apparel & Jewelry Gifts
Combine fashion and fandom, and you’ve got a winning Christmas gift for the female sports fan on your list. Here are five fabulous ideas for sporty gals with style:
Pittsburgh Steelers Downtown Chic Handbag
With its team-color stripes and team logos, this black faux leather handbag is a chic choice for ladies who love football. It’s a perfect blend of stylish and functional (I’m loving the roomy interior and detachable shoulder straps!), with a dash of sparkle to set it apart from the crowd. Click the link to find this NFL handbag in your team, along with stadium regulation-sized mini handbags.
Steppin’ Out with Pride Broncos Women’s Shoes
If “casual chic” is more her style, these officially licensed canvas slip-ons are sure to score major points on Christmas morning. They’re super comfy with adjustable straps and cushioned soles, and the glittery accents and team-color stripes will make her team spirit really pop – sure to be an all-star gift this Christmas! Find these and more NFL women’s sneakers in the team of your choice.
For ladies who want a more subtle way to show their team pride, this Yankees™ fan ring is a home run. Blue sapphire and white topaz gemstones offer a sparkling yet understated team-color tribute, and its feminine elegance is just as perfect for date night as it is for game day! Shop this women’s ring for sports fans, available in select MLB, NFL and college teams.
For the Love of the Game Ravens Pendant Necklace
This sparkler is a perfect fit for the gal who wants her Baltimore Ravens spirit to shine. Lavished with Swarovski crystals, including two team-color hearts, this pendant is both feminine and sporty – a winning combination for sure! It’s even engraved on the back with “Ravens Pride,” so she can keep her love for her team close to her heart. Click the link to find your NFL or college team’s women’s necklace.
Team-color crystals and sterling silver plating make this NFL bracelet shimmer and shine, but it’s the engraved links that give it that special “Go Packers” touch. It’s available in a variety of teams – find your team pride women’s bracelet now.
For the Stylish Fan: Men’s Apparel & Jewelry Gifts
Sports team apparel for men is everywhere, but it’s hard to find a truly unique gift that’s both fashionable and crafted for quality. So I’ve rounded up five distinctive and original jewelry and apparel gifts for him that showcase his team devotion in style, so he’ll actually wear it:
For the Love of the Game Men’s Jacket
A stylish throwback to vintage varsity jacket, this wool blend coat features sepia-toned baseball imagery on the back for an attractive and functional expression of his “love of the game.” Click to find this men’s vintage varsity baseball jacket – but hurry, it’s a strictly limited edition!
Green Bay Packers Men’s Wallet
With its sleek, industrial look, this stainless steel wallet is as tough as his Packers – and as ruggedly handsome as he is. Plus, it’s a gift he’ll really use – and he’ll think of you every time he does. Win-win! Click through to find this NFL men’s wallet in his favorite team!
Give him some bling this Christmas! I love the bold and masculine design of this Red Wings® men’s ring, and the gleaming 24K gold plating gives it an ultra-rich gleam. Plus, it features the official team logo front and center, leaving no doubt about where his loyalties lie. Shop this and more sports men’s rings here.
He’ll always be on time – and in fashion – with this chronograph watch. Official team logos and colors on the face make a stylish statement of team pride, and the stainless steel bracelet makes for a classy look. It’s got style and function, and you can choose from a variety of NFL, NHL® and college teams – so go ahead and surprise him a sports men’s watch this Christmas!
Seahawks Pride Personalized Commemorative Ring
I’m a huge fan of personalized gifts, so naturally this NFL fan ring makes my list of top Christmas gifts for him. Boasting 18K gold accents, Swarovski crystals, team logos and colors, it’s a striking celebration of his Super Bowl XLVIII Champions. Even better, you can have his initials engraved for free, so you’ll be giving him a Christmas gift that was literally made just for him! It’s available here, along with more NFL personalized men’s rings.
For the College Student (or Lifelong Fan): School Spirit Gifts
Whether you’re shopping for a college student, a proud graduate who loves their alma mater, or any fan of college sports, these gift ideas are sure winners:
This football helmet-shaped lamp is one of my all-time favorite sports tributes – it’s a totally unique way to shine some team spirit and a great conversation starter. Perfect for a dorm room, I can also picture it lighting up a game room, bar area, bedroom, family room – basically, any room where a Gators fan wants their school spirit to shine! Choose your NFL or college football lamp here.
Michigan Wolverines Charm Bracelet
Charm bracelets are very “in” right now, and this officially licensed 13-charm bracelet is an ultra stylish way for the college student on your list to let her school spirit sparkle. Click the link to choose your college sports charm bracelet.
Ohio State Buckeyes Personalized Pendant Necklace
Just like your college student, this crystal pendant has a lot going for it – a spinning logo medallion in the center, over 60 Swarovski crystals, and her name engraved on the back! You can find this and more dazzling college sports necklace gifts by clicking the link.
University of Oklahoma Sooners Music Box
I honestly can’t think of a more irresistible college sports tribute than this musical “love bug.” A terrifically charming Christmas gift for anyone with Sooners® fever, this music box more than just super cute – it is handcrafted of fine porcelain to be a keepsake-quality heirloom that will endure as long as the memories she’s making! Click the link to choose your college sports music box, along with cute-as-a-bug sports music boxes for NFL and MLB fans, too!
Louisiana State University Piggy Bank
If the “love bug” wasn’t cute enough for you, I guarantee this little piggy will charm your socks off! It’s a charming twist on the classic piggy bank, perfect for the college football fan who’s saving up for college – or just banking on an LSU® win. Hand-painted porcelain and team logos make it a winning gift for fans of all ages. Shop this college sports bank to find your team – and your college football fan’s perfect Christmas gift.
For the Man Cave: Fan Gifts to Put on Display
If he loves sports memorabilia and collectibles, he’ll love these handcrafted, officially licensed tribute sculptures and sports decor:
Derek Jeter Laser-Etched Glass Sculpture
He doesn’t have to be a Yankees; fan to appreciate the incredible legacy of Derek Jeter, which is why this official retirement tribute is an impressive gift for someone who is a true baseball fan. Featuring a 3D laser-etched image of Jeter inside a crystal baseball, it’s a Christmas gift grand slam – sure to impress his friends! Find it by clicking the link above.
New Orleans Saints Personalized Wall Decor
I’m really impressed by the unique way that this NFL wall decor is personalized. It features full-color photography of a team huddle, and the back of the QB’s jersey can be customized with your guy’s name. So you’ll be putting him right in the middle of his NFL heroes – and what football fan hasn’t dreamed of that? This Christmas, make that dream come true – find this personalized wall decor in the NFL team of his choice.
A toast-worthy tribute to his 2012 and 2014 Stanley Cup® Champions, this stoneware stein turns every sip into a celebration of his team pride. He can really drink out of it, so it’s a useful gift as well as an excellent addition to his sports memorabilia collection. Find this and more winning sports team steins here.
Give him a round-the-clock view of Yankees Stadium this Christmas! This stained-glass clock has a really neat lighting effect that makes it a stand-out in my book. You can choose from two settings: white lights for a bright “day game” look, or a “night game” look that includes dramatic stadium lighting. Click the link above to shop this unique baseball fan gift.
Wrigley Field Personalized Canvas Print
Here’s a terrific example of a one-of-a-kind Christmas gift for sports fans who appreciate history: a framed canvas print by Thomas Kinkade Studios commemorating one of the most legendary ballparks in baseball. Personalize the famous Wrigley Field™ marquee with his family name, and you have a made-for-him Christmas gift that’s ready to hang. Personalize yours by clicking the link above.
For the Hostess: Unique Fan Gifts for Her Home
Don’t show up to holiday parties empty-handed – these gift ideas make unforgettable hostess and housewarming gifts. Of course, any sports fan would be happy to receive them as Christmas presents:
I adore snowmen decorations, and this one takes the cake for top NFL fan gifts! It has it all: sparkling crystal, a moving train, an illuminated sculpted village, the logos and colors of the NFL team of your choice – this “snow-fan” can’t fail to make spirits bright this Christmas! Choose your NFL team.
Houston Texans Blooming with Pride Centerpiece
Sure, flowers are always nice, but flowers that never fade…in your favorite team colors…arranged in an illuminated crystal vase? Now THAT’S a hostess gift! You can find this and more stunning NFL floral arrangements here.
Dallas Cowboys Personalized Welcome Sign
Here’s a winning way to thank your hosts for welcoming you into their home: a welcome sign made just for them! Dramatic city skyline imagery, team logos and a personalized greeting make this a fan gift the whole family can enjoy! Click the link to choose the sports welcome sign in the NFL, MLB, NHL or college team of your choice.
New England Patriots Snowman Ornaments
Heirloom ornaments make fan-tastic gifts, and these NFL snowman ornaments are the very “coolest”! They’ll think of you with a smile every time they trim the tree. Shop here for these NFL ornaments and more great ornament gifts for sports fans.
Every Day Is a Goal With You Penguins® Figurine
Score points with the Penguins® family on your list when you give this Precious Moments® figurine – a heart-melting celebration of family, love and team spirit! Choose your NHL, MLB, NFL or college sports figurine here.
Thanks for stopping by! I hope this list inspired you to find the perfect Christmas gift for all the fans in your life. There are even more great Christmas gifts for sports fans to discover on our site, so head over and check it out. In the meantime, I’d love to hear from all you sports fans – so please, tell me what’s on your wish list this year!
2014 Christmas Gift Guide for Sports Fans by Ann Kelley
