Did the holidays sneak up on you–again? Use these Last Minute Christmas Shopping Tricks for great gift giving this year!
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Shopping for Christmas at the last minute can be stressful! There are so many things you need to do and get before Christmas Eve that you start to panic. If you are looking for excellent shopping advice that can save your butt this Christmas, here are the best last-minute Christmas shopping tricks you need to know.
Last Minute Christmas Shopping Tricks
Don’t forget about Amazon Prime
When you’re in a pinch, and you need a last-minute gift, don’t forget about Amazon Prime! They have free two-day shipping available as well as Prime Now shipping.
Give a digital gift if you need something last minute
If you are down to the wire, remember that digital gifts can be just as fun! A gift of a Netflix subscription, HelloFresh, or another digital gift will still be just as lovely. Digital books are also a great way to give a digital gift in place of something physical.
Use the in-store pickup option for online orders
If you don’t have time to wait for shipping or want to make sure it gets there on time, make sure to choose in-store pickup instead of ship to me. This will allow you to save on shipping and in many cases, pick up your items sooner.
Gift experiences instead of physical gifts
Gifting experiences is a great way to add a more personal touch to your next Christmas gift. However, this can also be a great last-minute option too!
Take advantage of free wrapping services when shopping in-store
Some stores offer complimentary gift wrapping at no additional cost right there in the store! Take advantage, and save the trouble of wrapping another gift.
Be smart about regifting
Regifting is a great way to give the gift of a new item that you don’t love. Just make sure that you are smart about your regifting, so you don’t accidentally give it to the person who gave it to you.
Don’t discredit homemade gift ideas
Homemade candy or a spa day package are both great homemade gift options. If you don’t have time to buy something, consider making a gift instead.
Since my kids are into video games, anime and such, it can be easier to DIY gifts when I can’t find their favorite characters in stores or online.
If you have to shop in-store, make sure to go during off-peak hours
If you do need to go to the store, shop during odd hours. Early morning and late at night won’t be nearly as crowded and less chaotic. The shelves will also be better stocked during these times.
Shop at stores that offer price matching
If you are going to shop in-store, find a store that offers price matching. This will allow you to do all your shopping in one store but still get the lowest prices.
I do a lot of my shopping at Best Buy for this very reason! I can just show them a better price on my phone while I’m in the store, or online just by using their “Chat” feature.
When in doubt, go with a gift card
A gift card might feel impersonal, but this is a great last-minute gift option. What you’re giving them is the opportunity to buy whatever they want! Who wouldn’t want that?
Whether you are looking for Christmas gifts or just general help for your last-minute Christmas shopping, you can’t go wrong with these shopping tips! No matter how much time you have left to shop, something on this list can help you out!
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