Last-Minute Advice
As we get down to the final days, I want to remind you of some of the advice that we've given you and you've give us over the past few weeks.
Still shopping? Take a look at our gift guides for sure. It's too late to shop online so hit a few stores where you can buy for several people. A book store is always good for this method. Also worth checking out is a big-box electronics store, with lots of variety in not just merchandise but price too. For those on a budget, homemade baked goods are a lovely option. Not a baker? Send a donation to the gift recipient's favorite charity.
On deadline with wrapping? Lay out paper, scissors and tape and set your timer for 60 minutes. Do nothing else but wrap presents and you will be amazed at how many you can get done. When the time goes off, put the rest in gift bags and cross this chore off your list.
Holiday fashion is on sale now so if you don't have something for New Year's Eve, don't fret. I saw cashmere sweaters at half-off prices at several stores. Many of you said you'd be wearing basic black this season and I got mixed reviews on my choice of black velvet. I think it's okay, really.
Any more ideas on these topics? Let us know. We'll go over a few others tomorrow.
By Liz Seymour |
December 21, 2006; 12:55 PM ET
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Your wrapping plan works. I turned on some Christmas music last night at 9pm and started wrapping. By 9:48pm, everything was wrapped and under the tree. Then I poured myself a glass of boozy egg nog.