We've all been there. It's Christmas Eve and there are still a couple people you never crossed off your list. Or, those "no-shows" who decided to show at the last minute. If you have managed to conquer your shopping list and have just the perfect thing for everyone - congratulations. For the rest of us, here are some great go-to gifts to finish up last minute shopping.
Keep an emergency inventory
It's wise to have a stash of generic gifts on hand for those super last-minute occasions. A savvy tip is to keep an eye on these items as they go on clearance so you can stock up at the best prices. Keep your emergency inventory with some wrapping supplies for an all-in-one quick stop for a complete gift in a flash. Items you might want to include in your stash:
- Cards
- Candles
- Soaps and bath items
- Baskets (for quick gift baskets)
- Wine
- Nonperishable food or candy
Gift cards
Everyone loves a gift card. It only takes a few minutes out of your day to pick up gift cards for the last people on your list. Many supermarkets, grocery stores and even some convenience stores have kiosks with a wide range of gift cards to various restaurants and stores. Instead of making a separate stop for each gift card, or worse, giving gift cards that probably won't be used or appreciated, you can get the best gift card for each person on your list in just one convenient stop.
That's a wrap
Your gift duty does not end after you make a purchase. Then, you have to go home, dig out the wrapping paper (or what's left of it) and make a rushed effort to get the gift looking presentable. If you know time is an issue, ask the store you are making the purchase from if it offers gift-wrap. Many stores offer this service for free or a small fee if you just ask. They may not advertise this service because they don't want to be overwhelmed by ribbons and bows, but if you ask, they will usually be happy to help. It adds valuable time to your day that you would have wasted wrapping, and you can walk out of the store with a ready-to-go gift.
Just a few clicks to a great gift
With just a few clicks, you can get an instant gift online - no wrapping required! Registering your friends and family for memberships and subscriptions online is a personalized gift that only takes minutes. Subscribe your loved one to a hobby-oriented magazine or register him or her in one of the many of-the-month clubs available (fruit of the month, wine of the month, coffee of the month,Fake watches, etc.) The possibilities are virtually limitless!
You can never go wrong with flowers
Flowers are always acceptable, especially as a last-minute gift. The longer you procrastinate, the fresher the flowers will be. For Christmas, consider poinsettias, Christmas cactus, roses and more. Mistletoe can be a fun treat for your special someone, or a fragrant fresh holly swag can bring Christmas cheer to anyone on your list. Flowers are a go-to gift all year wrong, and Christmas is certainly no exception.
When you are down to the wire, there is no need to stress. You can get a great gift in a matter of minutes when time is running thin. Keep great go-to gifts such as the ones suggested in mind when the clock starts ticking faster and faster.
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