Here are the top recommend ways to get that last minute shopping FINISHED! 

Less then 2 weeks before Christmas and you haven't even started shopping yet? Never fear!! Here are some tips and ideas on how to get it done! had some amazingly simple ideas on how to get that shopping done!

1. Amazon Prime

You might have a chance of ordering stuff and having it arrive in time for Christmas. Not only that, but you get free 2-day shipping and could possibly qualify for free one-day or same-day shipping.

2. Order Online, Pick Up In-Store


3. Shop During Non-Peak Hours


4. Gift Boxes

These are subscription services—some of them weekly, some monthly, other quarterly—where you get fun/awesome/delicious stuff delivered to your door.

5. Gift Cards

Now days they are classic!

But lets get real! The best place to nab those perfect, unique gifts is right in downtown Kalamazoo! Take an afternoon and get it that shopping done!

1. Morrison Jewelers

Find that perfect piece of jewelry that will make her eyes sparkle more then the diamonds.

2. Rocket Fizz

Not just a candy store (although their taffy is to die for), but they have great stocking suffers and fun gifts for those that like to laugh!

3. The Spirit of Kalamazoo

Ok, if you have any friends or family not living in the Kalamazoo area this is the perfect store to stop in. From t-shirts to bumper stickers this place is all Kalamazoo you can pick yourself up an ice-cream cone as a reward for getting some shopping done!

4. Terrapin World Wide Imports

This shop has been and will always be one of my favorites in the world!!! They are unique and lovely, and to honest they are my "go to place" for gifts! I can find anything for anyone there!

5. Gazelle Sports

For the athlete in your life, this is a must! they will 'coach' you through buying something for that person that enjoys excerise.

Good Luck 'wrapping up' your shopping and happy Holidays!