And as much as she tries, Girlawhirl can't be everywhere. So when a Super Pal needs gift giving help and she's out of the country or in transit to a meeting, Girlawhirl offers the next best thing: a list of her favorite online resources for the best gifts out there.

For hostess gifts and alternatives to wedding registries – because Girlawhirl might want to surprise her to-be-wed pals with something completely original – she often turns to the sites below because sometimes the cutest or most clever gift is one that comes by surprise. When she's purchasing for men – especially gifts of the non-romantic kind – there are a few sites where she's sure to find just the right thing, and there are others that make baby shower purchases a breeze. And of course the best food gifts too, because she never ceases to be amazed at the excitement popcorn creates in households across the country.

Store	Best For
apple.com	itunes.com gear and gift cards for kids and teens, accessories for apple computer or ipod owners, iphones
athleta.com	great clothes and accessories for women who work out
backtobasictoys.com	great non-electronic toys
beautyhabit.com	hard to find brands like This Works, Jo Wood and more
brookstone.com	travel gadgets, gifts for men
daleandthomaspopcorn.com	truly delicious popcorn in a myriad of flavors that makes the day of everyone Girlawhirl sends it to
dancingdeer.com	baked goods: cookies, cakes and more that are perfect for office parties and client gifts
gaiam.com	eco-friendly home goods, wellness gadgets and gentle workout dvds and gear
hammacherschlemmer.com	hobby and sport specific gifts as well as home, wedding and gadget gifts
kingarthurflour.com	a must for the home baker or organic domestic goddess: stock up on the organic baking mixes!
moma.org home	wedding, kitchen and cooking, gifts for artists and designer friends
napastyle.com	cooking, wedding, kitchen and gourmet foods
surlatable.com	kitchen, cooking, and wedding
redenvelope.com	great for “a year's worth” of gifts, and unique gifts for family and colleagues
sundancecatalog.com	jewelry and unique gifts
thinkgeek.com	gadgets for office workers and business associates
uncommongoods.com	home, eco-friendly, baby, wedding and gifts for men
violet.com	hostess gifts, home and wedding gift alternatives
vosgeschocolate.com	the ultimate in chocolate indulgences, all perfectly packaged to make a gift that looks as great as it tastes

And when it comes to specific gifts for all kinds of recipients, Girlawhirl's always got you covered with Gift Guides.