Last Minute Christmas Shopping

• Make a list of the people whom you are going to shop for. In the same list, write out some good gift items. For ideas, check out our related section on gifts. Now that you have a comprehensive list, shopping will be easier.
• Hit the nearest mall armed with your list. Make sure you carry some loose cash as well as credit cards. Pick all things that you find in one go and get them packed at the payment counter.
• If you do not find some items of your list, don't panic. Buy some common gifts like perfumes, chocolates, belts that are sure to be liked by the recipient.
• Don't go around from store to store hunting for different gifts. Try as much as you can to finish the shopping at one single place. If you don't find a particular item, don't waste time searching for it then. Buy everything else and then go to a different place.
• These ideas for last minute Christmas shopping will help you if you have more than just 48 hours left for Christmas. These are to be used only for desperate situations and it is better you don't create such a situation for yourself! If you have less than 24 hours, God help you!