Find Last-Minute Christmas Gifts in Los Altos

With all of the tree trimming, cookie baking and partygoing, there is so much to do during the holidays that it's easy to leave shopping for Christmas presents until the last minute. But by then, the malls and chain stores are usually chaotic and the mere thought of battling crowds is exhausting.

Here are some ideas for easy gifts that can be bought locally and require little stress:

• Go to Alabasta, 366 State St., Los Altos for festive, holiday-inspired bouquets, or wreaths with candles that would make nice centerpieces for a friend or neighbor’s Christmas dinner table.
• Go to Linden Tree Books, 265 State St., Los Altos and pick out a few fun titles for the children in your family, or your kid’s friends.
• Go to Los Altos Bakery and Café, 692 Fremont Ave., Los Altos and order a festive cake or box of cookies that would be a delicious complement to holiday dinners.
• Go to On Your Mark, 378 Main St., Los Altos and pick up a gift certificate or new running shoes, golf clubs or sporting accessories for the athlete in your life.

• Go to Pinkie’s Nail Salon, 177 Main St., Los Altos and give someone in your life who needs a little relaxation a gift certificate for a manicure, pedicure or spa treatment.

Tell us: What are some of your own last-minute gift ideas? Share in the comments below.

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