The holiday season is the perfect time to show your friends and family how much you care about them.

And while throwing money into a card may seem like a good idea when you’re short on time, these (mostly) easy last-minute gift ideas are sure to promote you to full Christmas elf status.

Who doesn’t like receiving their favorite snack or candy?

An easy way to impress your friends this holiday season is getting them their favorite snack. It’s the perfect way to show your friend that you care about them (and pay attention to their likes and dislikes), and all you have to do is stop at the grocery store!

If you want something a bit more fun—but still practical—socks are another great idea.

There are so many fun options from fuzzy socks to socks with funky designs to holiday themes. They are a perfect way to express your personality. Check out Marshalls, Target, and Walmart for great deals on patterned, colorful, and themed socks.

Maybe you have that one friend or family member who’s always turning down invitations because they don’t want to spend money.

Get them a gift card to your favorite hang-out place or restaurant. It’s the perfect way to encourage them to have a good time—and it’s more personal than cold, hard cash. (Maybe your friend really, really likes Taco Bell hint, hint.)

Short on spending money? Just because you’re not as rich as Scrooge doesn’t mean you have to be a Scrooge. Tap your talents. And you don’t have to be an amazing artist to draw a picture or make them a craft.

Unleashing your artistic side makes a meaningful gift that will last a lifetime. Even if you attempt to make a paper snowflake that looks like you attacked a paper with scissors, you can create personalized memories that never fade.

If words are more your style you could write them a few paragraph recalling your favorite memories together and how they are important to you.

Besides, a handmade gift is more special and personal than any store-bought item.

Even if you waited until the last minute, remember, ultimately it’s the love that counts, not the gift you end up giving.