Payton Bambace, Reporter
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The countdown for Christmas is officially on, and if you’re like me you probably realized you only have a few days left to get your gifts! You’re probably thinking, “How did I end up in this situation again!”. But don’t panic just yet, there is still time to get gifts for friends, family, significant others, and even coworkers. If you need something heartfelt or to check the box, I’ve got you covered with quick and easy gift ideas that meet your needs. And I’ll even tell you where you can get the gifts!
A thoughtful gift for a family member that shows you care and that they will actually use is a family calendar personalized with photos. These specific photos that you pick will allow you to show memories throughout the months. These customized photo calendars can have one photo a month or a bunch, with the options of calendar sizes! Another meaningful option is digital photo frames, there are a wide variety of options on Amazon. For siblings, I recommend a Visa gift card, where you can put any amount of money and they can use it for anything. Two gifts for family that are a guarantee anyone would love are a new sweatshirt or throw blankets perfect for the cold weather.
For friends, candles are usually always a good go-to choice. Choose a scent that suits them best, you should know they are your friends! Even candle sets that allow them to sample several scents are available. If you can’t pick between scents, you’re in luck because you can just grab them a candle holiday scent! Every girl loves new makeup and if you can’t find something specific or what they would want, a Sephora gift card is the way to go! Just like your family, your friends will also love a new hoodie which is perfect for getting through the holiday weather! Going with a comfortable sweatshirt is always the way to go.
You might be in full panic mode when you realize Christmas is in a few days and you don’t have a gift for your significant other, even worse than forgetting a gift for your parents. You don’t want to mess this gift up which is why getting customized jewelry is the best go-to idea. A piece of jewelry with a personal touch is always a winner. You can find necklaces, bracelets, or rings engraved with initials, a special date, or a short message. This personalized gift will get you off the hook!
For co-workers, desk accessories are the perfect option if you’re looking for a quick yet useful gift. Consider a modern desk organizer, a fancy pen set, or a decorative office nameplate. These presents are ideal for the workplace because they are practical and will get good use out of them. Everyone knows that working those long hours everyone can use a little caffeine kick to get through the day, which is why a caffeinated assortment of teas or a bag of gourmet coffee beans might be the ideal present for the coworker. For the finishing touch, pair it with a thermal flask or a lovely mug.
There’s no reason to stress about last-minute presents, no matter how crazy the Christmas season becomes. There is something for everyone on your list that can be purchased quickly, whether it’s a holiday-scented candle, a comfortable blanket, or a gift card. They’ll appreciate it. You’ll be ready to give your gifts in no time if you use these suggestions and make a few fast trips to the store or shop online. Happy holidays! Keep in mind that, the gift isn’t what’s important but, it’s the thought that counts!
