last minute gifts

The holidays have a funny way of sneaking up, but just because it's the 11th hour, doesn't mean you can't still find amazing gifts. So if you're a bit behind on your shopping list, no fret. See six quick and easy ways you can make it all come together now.

The clock is ticking, and we have five more days before Christmas is upon us. If you're not totally done with buying gifts, or if you haven't even started,don't fret! Read some of my tips and suggestions to getting your holiday gift list done!

• Start Now: Don't give yourself more stress and pressure to buying gifts than you have to. Nip that in the bud by starting today. Don't know where to start? Make a list and go from there.
• Gift Cards: Gift cards are always a popular and easy gift, and it takes little effort to run out to the nearest Starbucks to get one! Afraid gift cards are too impersonal? Here are instructions for dressing it up in a DIY snow globe. Egift cards might be a very quick way to wrap up your Christmas shopping.
• Affordable Fast Shipping: Take advantage of the next-day shipping options that won't break the bank, which some online stores are providing. Retailers like Zappos and Amazon provide the next day service for free, while Overstock will deliver it to you for free before Christmas day.  Remember, these deliveries have restrictions, so remember to read the fine print!
• Regifting: Consider regifting (with care!) something you’ve already received. Be sure to not make these major regifting mistakes and don’t give anything that's used or too old.

More 11th-hour tips after the jump.

I think I can be easily pigeonholed as a health food nut, and I don't just keep it to myself. I like to gift it. Aside from baking up whole-wheat biscotti, I send fruit baskets. Sending fresh produce to your loved ones just got easier with The Fruit Guys. The company sources fruits and veggies from local farms whenever possible, and it's all organic — making those gift baskets full of fatty sausages and oddly flavored, permanently soft cheeses a thing of the past.

Starting at just $24, a small box contains 16 servings of produce. Each region (west, central, and east) of the US offers different fare, but you can find out what mix of fruits and veg will be sent to which region each week. The mixes include fruits like tangerines, pomegranates, and apples and Winter vegetables like cauliflower, collard greens, and celery. But you can opt to send just fruits or veggies depending on the giftee's preferences. Shipping is free in some states, and in others it ranges from $5 to $20. This is a great last-minute gift item. But you best order by Monday at noon at the latest.