22 Last-Minute Gifts That Don't Seem Last Minute

There's one week left until Christmas and so far, you haven't gotten anything for anyone — don't panic! We've got you covered with these 22 awesome, 11th-hour presents that no one will ever suspect are last minute. Read on, and let your gift-giving anxiety subside.

Additional reporting by Ashley Paige

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Minibottles of Liquor
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Minibottles of Liquor

Get your pal a minibottle of liquor (or two) as a festive Christmas gift at your local liquor store.

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Handmade Gift Coupons
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Handmade Gift Coupons

Handmade coupons just got an upgrade! Print out these chic coupon printables and add personal services you'd like to do for your friend as a gift. These coupons will let them redeem things like a hug, a home-cooked meal, and a home cleaning!

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Regifting
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Regifting

Consider regifting (with care!) something you’ve already received. It may be a bottle of wine you haven't drank or even items in your subscription box that you know you won't use.

Be sure not to make these major regifting mistakes, and don’t give anything that's used or too old.

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Homemade Card
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Homemade Card

A homemade card with a sweet message can go a long way. Here are some ideas for making your own cards.

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Gift Cards
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Gift Cards

A gift card makes a wonderful present if you know the recipient well and understand what he or she would want. Here are some great ideas for gift cards:

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Friendship Bracelet
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Friendship Bracelet

Take it way back to the old school with these modern-looking friendship heart bracelets you can DIY.

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Donation
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Donation

Make a donation on your friend's behalf to their favorite charity. If you don't know which charity they favor, JustGive.org has a donation gift card that lets the recipient choose from over 2 million charities. You can have the gift card emailed to the recipient, or you can print out the card yourself.

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Edible Gifts
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Edible Gifts

Cook up a storm and make a batch of edible gifts for the special people in your life.

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POPSUGAR Must Have Box
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POPSUGAR Must Have Box

The POPSUGAR monthly Must Have boxes make fab lifestyle gifts for the lady who loves surprises.

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Cinnamon Stick Candle Votive
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Cinnamon Stick Candle Votive

All you need is a hot glue gun, some cinnamon sticks, and a mason jar to DIY this wonderfully scented candle votive. Bonus: it's easy to make!

Get more POPSUGAR DIY gift ideas here.

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Soothing Milk Bath
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Soothing Milk Bath

Blend together basic ingredients for a soothing milk bath that's seriously indulgent.

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Gift of Cash
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Gift of Cash

One may argue that the gift of cash is better than a gift card, just because the recipient can choose what to spend the money on. If you're worried about how impersonal it seems, here are some creative ways to dress up your money present.

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Food-of-the-Month Clubs
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Food-of-the-Month Clubs

Give a gift that keeps on giving with these food-of-the-month clubs. From bacon to cocktail-mix clubs, the possibilities are endless!

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Lottery Scratch Tickets
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Lottery Scratch Tickets

There's no other gift that will give your pals a thrill like a lottery ticket. Package the lotto tickets up nicely in an elegant envelope or pair with a small snack.

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Amazon Prime
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Amazon Prime

Who wouldn't love the option of free two-day shipping?! An Amazon Prime subscription makes it all possible.

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Flowers
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Flowers

A bouquet of flowers is a classic and timeless gift. If you're getting your flowers from a supermarket or a drugstore, you'll want to know how to make them look upscale.

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Concert Tickets
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Concert Tickets

Diehard fans will appreciate tickets to a performance by their favorite band.

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Kindle Book
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Kindle Book

The nerd in me says there's no gift that's as meaningful as a book, especially one that's carefully handpicked. Giving a Kindle book is perfect for procrastinators.

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Snowman Poop
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Snowman Poop

This fun gift will make your friends laugh. Print out these labels to attach to mint containers.

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Cookie-Cutter Candles
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Cookie-Cutter Candles

These cookie-cutter candles make cute Christmas presents.

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Christmas-Themed Snacks
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Christmas-Themed Snacks

Gather a bunch of Christmas-themed snacks from your pal's favorite grocery store! Trader Joe's, perhaps?