9 Gifts They Will Actually Use

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iVillage Staff on Nov 16, 2009 at 4:06PM

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Notebook Portable Charcoal Grill

Bad ties and power tools have long been the go-to choice for women frantically searching for a holiday gift for their husband, boyfriend, father or brother. Women often end up with perfume or kitchen appliances that they don't want from well-meaning friends and family. This holiday season, give your loved ones gifts they will actually enjoy using.

Here are nine gifts that won't end up in the garage this year, starting with this stylish portable grill from HotSpot ($50 at Amazon.com). The grill folds to one-inch flat and weighs just 8 lbs for easy trips to the park or beach.

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