Last Minute Gift Ideas That Won’t Break the Bank!

Christmas is almost here! If you are scrambling for some last minute gift ideas, I’ve got some suggestions for you that won’t break the bank!

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last minute gift ideas including monopoly Target edition

One of my favorite go-to ideas are board games, and especially the Monopoly Target Edition currently priced at $14.99! This is such a fun version with super cute tokens. The best part is that it is a great gift for a wide age variety, or to gift to an entire family! Plus, if you are looking for a toy donation item, this would be an awesome idea!

Homemade gifts are also terrific ideas, especially for neighbors, teachers, or family friends. SheSaved has the how-to on making this pretty (and easy) Homemade Simmering Potpourri Jar.

Five Below is a great place to shop if you are on a tight budget. They have LOTS of toys, including squishmallows and other stocking stuffers at terrific prices! They also have quite a few craft kits and sets with prices starting at $1!

The Nutella mini jars are great for stocking stuffers for all ages, and these teeny tiny vending machines are so fun!

Another great idea is a gift card to Dave & Buster’s or The Main Event! It’s a great gift to give to a family, teens, tweens or even newlyweds! Right now, you can score a $20 arcade card for $12!

Stanley tumblers are all the rage, and there are lots to choose from on the Stanley site. If you are wanting to gift one for Christmas, Target carries quite a few, including a new style in stores!

last minute gift ideas including Target Deal of the Day

Target Deals of the Day continue thru December 23rd, and we have some great ones coming! December 20th is Buy One Get One FREE Starbucks beverages, so you could grab a second drink as a little thank you for a co-worker! We have a few more nice ones coming, and these deals are a great way to grab gifts at a discount!

Last minute gift ideas on lots of magazine titles

Magazines make for great gifts, and at Discount Mags there are so many deals!

Thru 12/20 – Save on magazines for any foodie you know – Taste of Home, Food Network, Cook’s Illustrated and More!

On 12/20 & 12/21 save on lots of Kids magazines including Zoobooks, Ranger Rick, Sports Illustrated Kids and more titles!

On 12/22 thru 12/26, save on TONS of titles including Us Weekly, Reader’s Digest, & Sports Illustrated. Even better, Discount Mags will let the recipient know their gift is on the way. Magazines are a gift that lasts for months!

Or, if you have a bit more money to spend and want to impress someone who loves to cook, consider Hexclad pans. While they may not arrive for Christmas, these pans are simply amazing, and they are on a limited time sale! I received several as a gift, and to be honest, I got pretty choked up when they showed up on my doorstep. You can read more about these incredible pans on this post.

I hope these last minute gift ideas are helpful! Also keep in mind that the best gift of all can sometimes just be your time – especially for home bound and elderly folks!

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Hexclad Hybrid Pots & Pans are Amazing and on Sale!

Have you heard of Hexclad cookware? I am excited to share our Hexclad review because I have been intrigued by these pans since I first heard Gordon Ramsay promoting them.

Hexclad Pan Review

I love to cook, and these pans are simply amazing. I was shocked that they are METAL UNTENSIL safe AND non-stick! They do need to be seasoned – but it’s really easy to do. 

Just heat the pan to medium low, add about a teaspoon of vegetable oil and spread it around. Heat for 2 – 3 minutes and you the pan is now seasoned and ready to go! 

They are also dishwasher safe, and because they are hybrid pans containing stainless steel, you can clean them with steel wool or Barkeeper’s Friend! Hexclad pans are also oven safe with handles that stay cool when used on a stove top.

Designed to last, they also come with a lifetime warranty (you will need to submit a form to register for the warranty).

These would make for an AMAZING gift for anyone who loves to cook, or to gift to yourself. Right now, there is a huge sale on the manufacturer’s site with savings on individual pans and sets!

The biggest savings are on the sets. This 12 piece set includes the 12 inch pan, 10 inch pan, 8 inch pan, 2 quart pot, 3 quart pot and 8 quart pot all with matching lids.

One of my favorites is the Hybrid griddle pan, which is available in both a 12 inch and 13 inch size. This pan is perfect for pancakes, grilled cheese sandwiches, French toast, and so much more! Both sizes are currently on sale!

While the 7,8, and 12 inch hybrid pans are not on sale, this pan in the 14 inch size WITH LID is on sale for the same price as the 12 inch! It’s perfect for making fried eggs (yes they slide right out), scrambled eggs, cooking up ground beef and so much more. There is an option for the matching lid too in the other sizes! The 14 inch size has two handles, while the other sizes have just one handle.

In addition to pots and pans, Hexclad carries a few other accessories. My favorite products are the sleek salt and pepper grinders.

These are so much better than any grinders I have ever owned! Not only are they stylish, but the bottoms are magnetic and big enough to hold a bit if you want to pre-grind. They grind effortlessly and have ten settings for the perfect size for what you want. 

Don’t just take my word for it! Our friends over at She Shared love these pans, in fact, Fabiana uses them in both her Easy Million Dollar Spaghetti Recipe as well as her King’s Hawaiian Roll French Toast Recipe

Hexclad products are simply amazing, and there are more sets on sale that you can check out.

 

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Super Affordable Holiday Decor at Five Below! Trees, Ornaments, Stocking Stuffers and More!

Five Below Christmas decor including tree, wreath and gnomes

On a budget or just starting out and need holiday decor? You can deck the halls with Christmas decor at Five Below without breaking the bank!

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Decorating for Christmas can be costly! If you are needing to add to your current decor, have a small space, or are just starting out – Five Below can help you get all the basics at a very wallet friendly price!

The centerpiece for holiday decor is the tree! For $5.55 you can grab a 4 foot tall artificial tree with the stand and storage bag!

box of Christmas lights

Decorate your tree with a 14 foot long 70 count string of lights for $4. Both multicolor and clear lights are available at this price! You can also use these lights outdoors for a festive touch to bushes, trees, or along the roof line.

Add these Mini Christmas Ornaments 16 count  priced at $1.50. This means you can grab THREE boxes for under $5! There are 3 different color choices too – blue, green or red.Five Below also has a 9 foot strand of tinsel garland for $3, and you can choose from gold, silver, red, or white. 

If you need all of these items, you can get a 4 foot tree, lights, 3 boxes of ornaments and tinsel all for under $20!

And, if you are wanting to grab some outdoor decor, this 3.8 foot inflatable snow globe is priced at $15. It comes with a repair sticker, and actually can be used indoors too. It’s so cute, even all by itself.

In addition to all the Christmas decor at Five Below, they have lots of great stocking stuffers, including select candy priced at 4 for $5. Some of the choices in this 4/$5 sale are Tic Tac Naughty or Nice Mints, Nutella 1.05 ounce jars, Peeps Snowman 3 packs and more!

If you have a Squishmallow fan in the house, there are some cute ones  priced under $6!

So be sure and check out all the great bargains at Five Below to get you ready for this holiday season without breaking the bank!

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Flash Sale at Firstleaf: Get 6 Bottles of Wine Only $39.95 + FREE Shipping!

Firstleaf Wine

Grab an awesome deal on wine right now over at Firstleaf. Get SIX bottles of award-winning wines for only $39.95 in the Firstleaf Wine Sale. Just click on this link and enter the code SAVEBIG23 at checkout. Even better, get FREE shipping! 

Start off by taking a wine quiz. Based on the results, they will make a recommendation of six wines to try. The quiz is short, and if you aren’t familiar with different varieties, you can leave answers blank. 

Some of the questions will be about your food preferences or general tastes to help them select wines to best suit you.

Once you are done, you can view the wines curated for you. If you prefer, you can swap out by choosing “Get A New Wine Recommendation” option. It’s so easy to customize your box, and you could even swap out a bottle they recommend for you if you need a particular type of wine for a gift.

Photo of couple opening box of wine from Firstleaf

Once you’ve tasted them, rate them and your feedback will help curate your future boxes! All of this delivered to your doorstep, and you can cancel your membership at anytime.

It’s a fun way to try out new wines, or make for awesome gift giving any time of the year for any special occasion! And, if you need a last minute gift for a dinner invite or wedding shower, a nice bottle of wine is a great idea.

New members may also get pop-up offers for additional savings. First Leaf has great reviews and I love that the quiz helps them choose wines based on your food preferences as well! Plus, it’s nice to be able to reschedule or change your deliveries as needed.

So be sure and sign up to take advantage of this awesome FirstLeaf Wine Sale to get 6 bottles of wine for $39.95 + FREE shipping with code SAVEBIG23! Just keep in mind this amazing promo deal ends November 28th!

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Fall Magazine Sale! Save on Tons of Titles Including Food Network, Family Handyman and More!

Magazine Sale with lots of different magazine covers on a green background

Save big on LOTS of titles in the huge magazine sale at Discount Mags! Prices start at just $5.50 per year!

There are so many great titles included in this magazine sale – Taste of Home, Food Network, Family Handyman, Architectural Digest, National Geographic Kids, Reader’s Digest, Us Weekly and tons more.

Magazines make for awesome gift ideas too – and Discount Mags will send out an e-card to the recipient to let them know your gift is on the way.

Are you a hobbyist or know one? Popular Woodworking, Art in America, American Patchwork & Quilting and other titles are perfect for anyone wanting to start or learn more about a hobby.

There are also a lot of children’s magazines included too. Ranger Rick, Scout Life, Girls Life, Zoobooks, Spider, and many more titles.

So be sure and take a good look around at all the magazines included in this sale, which runs thru the end of day on Monday, September 25th.

I personally like to have magazines on hand during the holidays for several reasons. So many have terrific recipes, and they are so nice to have on hand for overnight guests. I keep a basket full of several different ones, so guests can easily find a title they can enjoy.

In addition to at least one cooking magazine (like Taste of Home), I like to have one travel magazine, one sports, one travel, and one general interest!

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