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Last Minute Gifts

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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Mini Mark Gift Set



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"].)



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Tovolo Bottle Opener



This bottle opener sticks to the fridge or any magnetic surface  -- cute and convenient. ($15; [OPENWINDOW "http://tovolo.com" "tovolo.com"].)




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Cocktail Mixer



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"].)



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Longneck Vases



These longneck vases look elegant in any room (except the kids', of course!). ($4 each; [OPENWINDOW "http://crateandbarrel.com" "crateandbarrel.com"].)



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Paragon Adventure 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"].)



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Sushi Bath Soaps



Seafood lover or not, anybody would have fun splashing around with these pieces of Sushi Bath Soap. ($11; [OPENWINDOW "http://stupid.com" "stupid.com"].)



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Jacks and Pearls



These are no ordinary votive candles: They're handmade and embedded with mosaic tiles that reflect the flame and create a warm glow. ($15;
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Karen Neuburger Socks



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"].)



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The Princess Bride



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"].)



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West Elm Box



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"].)



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Great Point Light



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"].)





































































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