Last minute Gifts! Christmas is coming. The sleigh is packed, the reindeer fed and rested, but you still haven't got a gift to give the technology lover on your list?! Come on, you've had 364 days to plan for this one day. What to do, what to do?!
Fear not, I've compiled some of the best gift guides on the net to help you find the last minute gifts you need. You won't have to spend a fortune unless you want to, and you won't even have to leave the comfort of your couch. Check out these nifty online gift giving guides.
Oh, and in case none of the items on these lists tickle your fancy, Amazon.com offers millions of items that can all be purchased through... wait for it... a gift card! I know, not extremely thoughtful but at least they will get exactly what they want. If you're stuck and if this is truly last minute for you, get a gift card:
Amazon.com gift cards
Non Amazon.com gift cards
These can be sent by email (as in buy now deliver before Christmas) - or via Facebook, print at home, or by mail with free one day shipping.
Books, Movies, and Music from iTunes, AMC, Regal Entertainment, and more. Clothing from over 20 store including Kohl's, Forever 21, Sephora, Cabelas, Aeropostale, American Eagle, Justice/Limited Too, Claires, JC Penny, and more. Stuff for the home from Home Depot. Over 60 restaurants including Subway, Applebee's, Chili's, Outback Steakhouse, The Cheesecake Factory, Pizza Hut, Legal Seafood, and more. Plus Spa, Salon, Beauty, Sports, Outdoors, Fitness, Travel & Leisure, Video Games, Online Games, and way more!
Seriously, if you really need last minute gifts (not just for Christmas) think about what they like and find an appropriate gift card. Load it up and then offer to drive them or otherwise get them to the store so the card gets used and doesn't end up in the bottom of a drawer.
Last Minute Gifts My Top 3 guides for last minute gifts and a few extra links just in case
Last Minute Doesn't Have To Mean Lame
Engadget's holiday gift guide 2011 Here you'll find gifts worthy of any tech-loving person who can use a few goodies to compliment the gadgets in their life. Here are 9 great items to slip under the tree, in the stocking, or for any occasion. Engadget's holiday gift guide 2011
Gizmodo's gift guide This guide features 10 sweet gifts for the "Gadgeteer" in on your list. This list looks like it is mostly for the men to receive but there are ladies, I know you're out there, who love this stuff too. Gizmodo's gift guide
Martha Stewart gift guide This guide is actually a pretty sweet place to find unusual and "wow, where'd you get this" gifts. I've spent way too much time browsing and drooling over some of the stuff they have. Seriously, check out this guide! Martha Stewart gift guide
A Few Extra Links just in case
One of my favorites is Amazon.com - with millions of items and specials offered pretty much hourly you will find what you need here. Just about a week ago I found the iPhone 4S case I wanted/needed for a great price and it's on my iPhone already! It's that fast! Amazon.com
I'm adding this link here in case you know someone who has unusually needs for a gift. Like maybe she really loved her Mrs Beasley doll when she was a kid and now you want to renew that connection with the past - or maybe he has always loved the old Nintendo video games you just can't find in the stores. ebay my friend. ebay.com
This last link is to a site that has all the best toys for the geek at heart or anyone who like things a little different. Some of this stuff you won't even believe is being made. Who do you know that has an actual Pacman arcade machine? sharperimage.com
Happy Shopping!
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