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Last minute Christmas gifts
Created by Madi Schine

Last minute Christmas gifts

Save yourself the stress and use this list to take care of your last minute gift needs.

The holiday season can be chaotic and forgetful. With time flying by and nonstop stress it can be hard to stay on top of everything. Constant shopping, activities and events can take up a lot of space in our minds. As Christmas day approaches we may find ourselves scrambling for last minute gift ideas. To help ease your mind, here are 10 last minute gifts that could possibly solve your problems. 

Gift Cards
A simple gift that can be useful to everyone is easy: giftcards. While it may be a basic gift, there are thousands of stores and places you can get gift cards from. This idea is easiest to personalize to what people love or what is most useful to others without searching for a specific gift. 

DIY Gift Baskets

Gift baskets can be seen all over social media. With nicknames such as a “boo” or “brr” for the past holidays, these adorable bundles have been painted across the media and people love them. Baskets are just a cute and easy way to present gifts. They can be personalized in many different ways depending on what hobbies or interests the recipient may have. 

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A Best Selling Book

 A meaningful gift to give someone is a best-selling book. There are many genres and stories to pick from, however for a bookworm any best-seller is the perfect gift. Books are a lasting and personal gift that recipients can treasure forever.

Custom Engraved Jewelry

For those that are harder to gift for and difficult to impress, custom engraved jewelry may be the gift to give. Jewelry is a classy gift that can be worn daily.  When you can incorporate a meaningful factor into something like jewelry it can create the perfect gift. 

Candles

Candles are such a useful as well as calming gift. Of course, they are not for everyone. However, if you think someone would enjoy them, it is a very easy and simple idea for those friends who deserve some relaxation. 

Cozy Socks

The holidays are cold yet it only gets colder afterward, snow becomes heavier and coats replace vests. Cozy socks are a gift for everyone, they are simple and enjoyed by all. 

Puzzle or Board Game

Puzzles and board games can cause endless fun for family and friends. This idea is perfect for those that love a challenge or activity that can be shared with loved ones. With endless designs, challenges, fun and more, this gift can create countless memories. 

Portable Phone Charger

Many underestimate how much they need a portable phone charger until they get one. This gift is for those who constantly are asking to use a charger, or drain their phone battery in seconds. Even if it is not a need it can be very handy for those who are always busy. 

Bluetooth Speaker

Everybody loves music and everybody could use a bluetooth speaker. Whether they are with their friends, playing basketball or cleaning their room, music makes everything better. In a group of people it is best to use a speaker, so you can share the love of music with everyone.

Cozy Throw Blanket 

During  the winter season, being cozy and warm is on everyone’s minds. A blanket may not be the most unique gift, but it most definitely will be loved and used frequently. Rather than stressing out finding the perfect gift, get them something that will make them happy daily, a cozy throw blanket. 

 

Time is flying by, save yourself the stress of finding the perfect gift alone. Look into these 10 last minute gift ideas to help ease your panic and to avoid the last minute scramble. There is less time than you think, so get your shopping done when you can. Happy Holidays!

About the Contributor
Madi Schine
Madi Schine, Tom Tom Staff
Madisen Schine is in her second year on the Tom Tom staff and a senior at Antioch Community High School. She is a part of the Tennis and Track&Field team. Schine is a Cardinal Crazy along with being a member of Sequoit Senate, NEHS, Mu Alpha Theta and Sequoit to Sequoit. She is very excited for the upcoming football season.