The Essential Basics on Buying a Poker Chip Set

Posted on February 23, 2021February 23, 2021 by giftsadmin

The Essential Basics on Buying a Poker Chip Set

Whether you want to treat yourself or buy a lovely gift for the poker player in your life, you can’t go wrong with a nice set of chips. Even Meghan Markle recommends a poker chip set as a great gift for your loved one. If you’re struggling to pick out the perfect set, here are some tips to help you choose:

How Many Chips Do You Want?

I’ll see you, I’ll call you, I’ll raise you and Other Songs About Poker

Posted on March 22, 2019March 28, 2019 by giftsadmin

Songs About Poker - Gifts for Card Players

Song writers and performers have an affinity with poker. Here are some songs you might want to search out.

Top 6 Places to Play Poker in Dublin

Posted on March 7, 2019 by giftsadmin

Best Places to Play Poker in Dublin - Gifts for Card Players

Dublin is far from being the poker capital of the world. If you expect to see the pompous casinos like in Vegas there, forget about it. Dublin is another kind of chic. Here's our top 6 places to play.

The 4 Steps to Hosting a Poker Game Like Gatsby

Posted on June 15, 2018April 30, 2019 by giftsadmin

To throw a party Gatsby-style, forget about the beer and chips.

If you are planning to throw the poker party of your life, and you’d like to do it in style, here are some things to consider. This article only covers the basics, so the sky is the limit to how you are going to organize your Gatsby-esque event. Let’s dive in!

The Enduring Appeal of Texas Hold ‘em

Posted on April 24, 2018April 24, 2018 by giftsadmin

Texas Hold'em brings Marines to The Zone

The Enduring Appeal of Texas Hold ‘em

When I was a little girl, my father set up a family poker night every Sunday after our roast dinner. We played Cowboy, Spit in the Ocean, Low Ball, Acey-Deucy-One-Eyed-Jack and all sorts of other really fun games. Now, decades later, when I get together with my brothers or friends to play, they always want to play Texas Hold’em. Huh? But why, I cry.

Some card games have made such a significant impact that it seems as if they have been around forever.

Is Virtual Currency a Gamble?

Posted on September 28, 2017September 28, 2017 by giftsadmin

Virtual currencies like Litecoin, Zcash, Etherium and Bitcoin have become an increasing appearance on the online gambling scene. We took a closer look at virtual currencies to find out what they are, how they work and what they’re

Dogs Playing Poker

Posted on August 31, 2017March 29, 2019 by giftsadmin

Dogs Playing Poker

By Alex J Coyne © Gifts for Card Players

Before their viral popularity, these paintings were featured on cigar boxes.

When was the last time you saw a painting of dogs playing poker? Now, when was the last time you really thought of a dog playing poker? It turns out the painting has a richer history than you would expect…

The Paintings

“Dogs Playing Poker”

The Best of Poker Documentaries

Posted on April 17, 2017July 7, 2021 by giftsadmin

Drawing Dead: The Highs and Lows of Online Poker

They say it takes 10, 000 hours to become adept in any field. With poker, sometimes it’s all about watching the game, and nobody’s ever said that you can’t fill up some of those hours by watching some movies about poker. Here are Alex's picks for some of the best poker documentaries out there.

All Things Poker-Themed

Posted on April 5, 2017July 7, 2021 by giftsadmin

Poker Supplies - Gifts and Supplies for Card Players

What do you get the poker-playing, card-loving, ace-drawing friend who has everything? More card-related stuff, of course! Here are some great ideas.

Celebrities Secretly Kicking Ass at Poker

Posted on April 5, 2017July 24, 2018 by giftsadmin

Famous people playing poker - Gifts and Supplies for Card Players

Alex takes a look at some celebrities who use their free time to kick ass at poker.

How to Recreate the World Series of Poker in Your Own Home

Posted on February 24, 2017August 9, 2017 by giftsadmin

2016 World Series of Poker main event champion Qui Nguyen

With the World Series of Poker just around the corner in May, it’s the time of year that even the most casual of poker players begins to feel the buzz of the greatest card game in the world. That also means that it’s the perfect opportunity to recreate the top tables at the Rio All-Suite Hotel in Las Vegas in your own home, and invite all your friends round for an exhilarating tournament.

Learn Poker from the Pros

Posted on January 30, 2017April 1, 2021 by giftsadmin

The best place to learn how to play poker like a professional would be from the professionals themselves. Check out Alex's list of the best places to learn poker from the pros, including free poker lessons, one-on-one Skype tuition, video tutorials, downloads, books and more.