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Written by Taylor Blue   
Thursday, 27 December 2007
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Sometimes things unexpectedly come up, like an invitation you weren't expecting, or someone's dinner party they have when you least expected. These things tend to just sneak up on you, and you need last-minute gifts.

With some smart planning you can avoid those surprise trips to the mall. Even if you only have a small space to store these things you can always have something on hand. WHen you need a gift it will be there.

A Small Place to Store Things

Do you have limited room? Even if you have a small space like a drawer you can stock up on some awesome compact presents.

  • Games-Games that come in retro containers can provide a lot of fun. Games like dominoes or jacks.
  • Soaps-Have little soaps available for any guests that come to visit.
  • Socks-Having fancy socks around are always something cool. How many people splurge on socks?
  • Blankets-Storing up on cute recieving blankets or fleece baby blankets are always good for an unexpected gift.
  • Pen and Pencil Set-Having? a pretty pen set is something that can be given to anyone. There are so many pretty sets that are offered at Christmas.

A Medium Place to Store Things

If you have a cupboard or space under a bed, these gifts would be perfect to store there.

  • Unique Teas-Having? unique teas around are the perfect gift in a pinch.
  • Bath Sets-Bath? salts and lotions are great to have around for that perfect gift for anyone.
  • Teacher gifts-Things like books, posters, pens and pencils are great teacher gifts. They usually want things that they can use in the classroom instead of another cup or candle.
  • Newborn diapers-Having a pack of diapers for newborns is a great gift for new parents, they will for sure get use out of that gift.

A Large Storage Space to Store Things

If you have an empty spot in your closet or a big container that is begging to be filled, consider these gifts.

  • A baby basket filled with the essentials-Things like diapers, diaper cream, baby wash and wash cloths. Things that are useful like this show you really care.
  • Giant Coloring Books-Do? you have kids that visit and get bored? Hand them one of these and they'll feel super special!
  • Board Games-People? don't play many board games anymore since the XBOX and computer were introduced. Board games can please anyone.
  • Photo Albums-Giving? cute albums to parents will give them reasons to take pictures.

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