Last Minute Gifts
By Parenting
Keep a few of these great finds in your closet and you'll never be caught off guard again. Best of all, they're all $15 or less.
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Make the babysitter's day with this Mini Mark Gift Set that comes with nine tiny lip glosses in a range of fun shades. ($15, Mark by Avon; [OPENWINDOW "http://avon.com" "avon.com"].)
[TOUT_ARROW_LINK {1677316_2} {Next: Flower power}]
This bottle opener sticks to the fridge or any magnetic surface -- cute and convenient. ($15; [OPENWINDOW "http://tovolo.com" "tovolo.com"].)
[TOUT_ARROW_LINK "1677316_3" "Next: Mix it up"]
Who couldn't use a martini at the end of the day? Make it easier to indulge with this cocktail mix and a pair of martini glasses. Cocktail mix, $10, and glass, $2; [OPENWINDOW "http://pier1.com" "pier1.com"].)
[TOUT_ARROW_LINK "1677316_4" "Next: A classy option"]
These longneck vases look elegant in any room (except the kids', of course!). ($4 each; [OPENWINDOW "http://crateandbarrel.com" "crateandbarrel.com"].)
[TOUT_ARROW_LINK "1677316_5" "Next: Power tool"]
For the intrepid trekker -- or just the couch potato next door -- the Paragon Adventure tool is packed with handy features, including a bright LED light, mirror, safety whistle, and thermometer. ($9; [OPENWINDOW "http://paragonsports.com" "paragonsports.com"].)
[TOUT_ARROW_LINK "1677316_6" "Next: No Chopsticks Required"]
Seafood lover or not, anybody would have fun splashing around with these pieces of Sushi Bath Soap. ($11; [OPENWINDOW "http://stupid.com" "stupid.com"].)
[TOUT_ARROW_LINK "1677316_7" "Next: Let There Be Light"]
These are no ordinary votive candles: They're handmade and embedded with mosaic tiles that reflect the flame and create a warm glow. ($15; [OPENWINDOW "http://jacksandpearls.com" "jacksandpearls.com"].)
[TOUT_ARROW_LINK "1677316_8" "Next: Happy Feet"]
Nothing beats a cozy pair of socks on a cold winter's night. These Micro-velour socks are infused with vitamin E and aloe for extra softness that lasts up to 20 washings. ($10; [OPENWINDOW "http://karenneuburger.com" "karenneuburger.com"].)
[TOUT_ARROW_LINK "1677316_9" "Next: A Timeless Favorite"]
The idea that your giftee would be anything but thrilled to receive the special anniversary edition of The Princess Bride is, to borrow a word from the film, "incontheivable." ($14, Paramount; [OPENWINDOW "http://amazon.com" "amazon.com"].)
[TOUT_ARROW_LINK "1677316_10" "Next: Deck the Halls"]
You'll be aces with anyone you give this demure box to -- it hides a set of wild, leopard-print cards inside. ($12; [OPENWINDOW "http://westelm.com" "westelm.com"].)
[TOUT_ARROW_LINK "1677316_11" "Next: Easy reader"]
For kids (or grown-ups) who like to read under the covers after lights-out, this compact LED light easily clips onto the pages of any book or magazine. ($10; [OPENWINDOW "http://greatpointlight.com" "greatpointlight.com"].)
[PURPLE_TEXT_BOLD {In the bag}]
Make the babysitter's day with this Mini Mark Gift Set that comes with nine tiny lip glosses in a range of fun shades. ($15, Mark by Avon; [OPENWINDOW "http://avon.com" "avon.com"].)
[TOUT_ARROW_LINK {1677316_2} {Next: Flower power}]
[PURPLE_TEXT_BOLD {Flower power}]
This bottle opener sticks to the fridge or any magnetic surface -- cute and convenient. ($15; [OPENWINDOW "http://tovolo.com" "tovolo.com"].)
[TOUT_ARROW_LINK "1677316_3" "Next: Mix it up"]
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Who couldn't use a martini at the end of the day? Make it easier to indulge with this cocktail mix and a pair of martini glasses. Cocktail mix, $10, and glass, $2; [OPENWINDOW "http://pier1.com" "pier1.com"].)
[TOUT_ARROW_LINK "1677316_4" "Next: A classy option"]
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These longneck vases look elegant in any room (except the kids', of course!). ($4 each; [OPENWINDOW "http://crateandbarrel.com" "crateandbarrel.com"].)
[TOUT_ARROW_LINK "1677316_5" "Next: Power tool"]
[PURPLE_TEXT_BOLD {Power tool}]
For the intrepid trekker -- or just the couch potato next door -- the Paragon Adventure tool is packed with handy features, including a bright LED light, mirror, safety whistle, and thermometer. ($9; [OPENWINDOW "http://paragonsports.com" "paragonsports.com"].)
[TOUT_ARROW_LINK "1677316_6" "Next: No Chopsticks Required"]
[PURPLE_TEXT_BOLD {No Chopsticks Required}]
Seafood lover or not, anybody would have fun splashing around with these pieces of Sushi Bath Soap. ($11; [OPENWINDOW "http://stupid.com" "stupid.com"].)
[TOUT_ARROW_LINK "1677316_7" "Next: Let There Be Light"]
[PURPLE_TEXT_BOLD {Let There Be Light}]
These are no ordinary votive candles: They're handmade and embedded with mosaic tiles that reflect the flame and create a warm glow. ($15; [OPENWINDOW "http://jacksandpearls.com" "jacksandpearls.com"].)
[TOUT_ARROW_LINK "1677316_8" "Next: Happy Feet"]
[PURPLE_TEXT_BOLD {Happy Feet}]
Nothing beats a cozy pair of socks on a cold winter's night. These Micro-velour socks are infused with vitamin E and aloe for extra softness that lasts up to 20 washings. ($10; [OPENWINDOW "http://karenneuburger.com" "karenneuburger.com"].)
[TOUT_ARROW_LINK "1677316_9" "Next: A Timeless Favorite"]
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The idea that your giftee would be anything but thrilled to receive the special anniversary edition of The Princess Bride is, to borrow a word from the film, "incontheivable." ($14, Paramount; [OPENWINDOW "http://amazon.com" "amazon.com"].)
[TOUT_ARROW_LINK "1677316_10" "Next: Deck the Halls"]
[PURPLE_TEXT_BOLD {Deck the Halls}]
You'll be aces with anyone you give this demure box to -- it hides a set of wild, leopard-print cards inside. ($12; [OPENWINDOW "http://westelm.com" "westelm.com"].)
[TOUT_ARROW_LINK "1677316_11" "Next: Easy reader"]
[PURPLE_TEXT_BOLD {Easy reader}]
For kids (or grown-ups) who like to read under the covers after lights-out, this compact LED light easily clips onto the pages of any book or magazine. ($10; [OPENWINDOW "http://greatpointlight.com" "greatpointlight.com"].)
