Save on lastminute gifts!

Dread the thought of fighting crowds at the mall? You’re in luck: You’ll find sweet deals in these surprising spots!

Visit the office-supply store for 20% off fun finds

Office-supply stores aren’t just for back-to-school season! During the holidays, you’ll find fewer crowds and lots of fun, affordable presents, like rainbow-colored desk supplies, coffee cups with clever phrases painted on and even mini cornhole game boards. Even better: At both Staples and Office Depot, you can order online and pick up your item within an hour— and if you sign up for promotional emails from Office Depot, you’ll get 20% off your purchase!

Hit the hardware store to save 75% on hostess gifts

Surprise—hardware stores offer a great selection of festive gifts! This includes everything from poinsettias starting at $3 to a set of 12 Cuisinart kitchen knives in fun colors for $20, which you can split into individual hostess gifts (just add a dish towel, silicone spatula and an ornament, all available in the store). Even better? The retailers offer preholiday markdowns of up to 75% off so you can save even more!

Swing by the grocery store for half-price gift baskets

Cross off your holiday shopping and grocery shopping in one trip! It’s easy at stores like Aldi and Trader Joe’s, which stock a surprising array of gifts for those who love to cook and those who prefer to eat! For instance, you can snag gourmet chocolates and cheese for 50% less than other stores, and at Aldi, you can get colorful cast-iron cookware starting at $15 and a marble and wood cheese board for $13 (similar styles cost double elsewhere!). Pop them in a basket with specialty foods for a gift that’s impressive and affordable!

Check Facebook for amazing deals online

Sure, Facebook Marketplace is a great way to score deals on used goods— and you can snap up brand-new giftable items too! Simply search the site using terms like “NIB” (new in box) or “NIP” (new in package). There are plenty of options since inventory is high this time of year, thanks to users who are looking to sell items for extra holiday cash. To unlock amazing deals, simply click the “Marketplace” button on the left column of your Facebook home page and filter by category, price or location. Bonus: Since these deals are local, you don’t have to pay for shipping—just arrange to meet the seller in a safe spot to pick up your items.