By Kaboodle.com

Forget battling desperate shoppers for the last of the coveted gifts at the mall on Christmas Eve or issuing your loved ones “IOUs” on Christmas morning. The following online retailers offer speedy shipping that rival even Santa Claus’ sleigh so no one will have to know that you put off Christmas shopping until the last minute.

Zappos.com Boots

1. Zappos.com

Known for its commitment to customer service, Zappos doesn’t just offer free shipping year round, but they also guarantee a Christmas day delivery (at the latest) if you order as late as 1 p.m., PST on December 23. You can also opt for free overnight shipping on all apparel.

Amazon Kindle

2. Amazon.com

This one-stop superpower of an online store has accounted for serious procrastinators—shop through Christmas Eve and select Local Express Delivery to receive select items in select cities by the next day. Two-Day and One-Day shipping can be used from December 21 through December 23 to guarantee a Christmas delivery. The caveat is that the items you’re shopping for must be sold by Amazon.com, not a third-party seller. Still, the gifts run the gamut from toys to electronics to accessories so you’re bound to find something. Amazon has extended their popular Super Saver Shipping deadline to 11:59 pm, PST on Sunday.

Apple iPad

3. Apple.com

You can expect Apple accessories, gadgets, and standard laptop models by Christmas eve when you order by December 20 and select standard shipping. Doing your shopping even later? No problem! Receive everything (except for customized or engraved models) by December 24 when you select next-day shipping by 10 a.m. on December 23.

4. Endless.com

Like Zappos, this online shoes and accessories retailer offers free overnight shipping on all new styles to domestic addresses. All other items ship in two business days for free. The handy clock icon next to the item you’re buying shows you exactly what time you need to make the purchase in order to see your item the next day.

Women’s Toning Shoes

5. ShoeBuy.com

This massive purveyor of shoes, accessories, and apparel are taking online orders as late at December 22 in order to see your package by December 25.

6. Best Buy

Best Buy is so confident in its shipping deadlines that they offer you a free $10 or $20 gift card should your package not arrive by Christmas Eve. Standard shipping works so long as you place your order by 11 a.m. EST by December 21. If you’re buying on December 22 or December 23, opt for expedited shipping or express shipping respectively to ensure your gifts are under the tree by December 24.

10-piece Cutlery Set

7. Overstock.com

You can shop as late as noon EST on December 23 and still expect your packages to arrive on December 24 when you select next day shipping.

Nike Golf Balls

8. GolfBalls.com

If you have a golf enthusiast on your list, you’ll want to check out GolfBalls.com for everything he or she could possibly need for hitting the green. Snag personalized golfing paraphernalia by Friday, December 17 using ground shipping for a Christmas Eve delivery. Shop as late as December 20 at 2 p.m. CST for non-personalized items for a similar delivery time.

Forzieri Men’s Italian Leather Jacket

9. Forzieri

This luxury brand featuring Italian apparel and accessories offers free Express Shipping on orders of more than $175 before December 22 at 10 a.m. EST.

Marc Jacobs MARC Handbag

10. Nordstrom

Online orders of $100 or more get free shipping when you use the promo code HOLIDAY10 at checkout. You can shop as late as 11:59 p.m. EST on December 20 to score this deal.

11. Free People

This purveyor of trendy fashions that appeal to both teens and adults offers free shipping on orders of $150 or more. Even better: This free shipping deal extends until December 24, but you’ll have to finish your shopping at 10 a.m. EST on December 23 and pick next-day delivery to ensure your packages arrive by Christmas.

Christian Louboutin Shoes

12. Neiman Marcus

Luxury lovers will rejoice that Neiman Marcus offers free overnight delivery by Christmas with no minimum order requirements! Just make sure you purchase by noon CST on December 23 and enter the code NMQUICK.

13. Ballard Designs

If you have a design maven on your list, you’ll want to check out Ballard Designs’ vast collection of elegant home furnishings. And the holiday shipping deadlines are some of the best we’ve seen! Order by 9 p.m. EST on December 23 using Express Holiday Delivery to make sure your presents arrive by Christmas.

14. Tommy Hilfiger

This popular designer brand that features everything from fragrance to apparel to home furnishings promises a Christmas Eve delivery if you order by 1 p.m. EST on December 23 and select the UPS Next Day shipping method. UPS Ground shipping and UPS two-day shipping work for December 20 and December 22 respectively.

15. Red Envelope

This online gift shop is an excellent resource for personalized trinkets and crowd-pleasing goodies. Plus their last-minute shipping track record is superb! Order from Red Envelope or their sister brand ProFlowers by 4 p.m. PST on December 23 to guarantee a holiday delivery.

16. 80sPurple

Depending on where you live, you could score free overnight shipping as late as noon on December 23. This trendy online boutique featuring fashionista-friendly gifts offers free shipping deals all season on purchases of $99 or more.

Source: http://shopping.yahoo.com/articles/yshoppingarticles/484/16-online-stores-that-deliver-by-christmaseven-if-you-order-last-minute/

Clockwise from the top: Pyrex Bakeware 19-piece Baking Dish Set,  1/2-inch pie plate, 8-inch square dish

Pyrex has been synonymous to durable and versatile cookware, bakeware and storage. Their classic designs make these wares timeless. Mothers can pass on these to their daughters along with their family’s favourite recipes.

At Amazon.com, a set of Pyrex Bakeware 19-piece Baking Dish Set is going for only USD$ 48.99. Made from durable, non-porous glass, these are ideal for baking and cooking as they provide good heat conduction for even and consistent baking. The clear glass also makes it easy to monitor the baking progress. Additionally, glass do not stain easily or retain food odours making cleaning up a breeze.

What makes this set even more wonderful is that the designs are pretty enough to go straight from the oven to the dinning table. As this set comes with their signature dark blue seal-tight lids, these bakeware can double up as storage too. I really like this concept – straight from the over onto the table and pop on the lids for storage.

For USD$ 48.99, Pyrex Bakeware 19-piece Baking Dish Set includes:

• 2- and 3-quart oblong dish
• 8-inch square dish
• 1 1/2-quart loaf pan
• 1-, 1-1/2-, and 2-1/2-quart mixing bowl
• 9 1/2-inch pie plate
• 4 10-ounce bowls
• Seal-tight lids

So, complete your Hari Raya by having these lovely Pyrex set setting the ambiance for your Hari Raya open house. Am pretty sure that your “rendang”, “nasi himpit” and “serunding” would look very elegant and inviting in these. These are also excellent gifts for this festive season.

3-quart oblong dish with cover

Need a quick caffeine fix without having to run off to the nearest café? Am talking about beautiful, aromatic cappuccinos and espressos at your fingertips. Well almost. With DeLonghi EC140B Pump Espresso/Cappuccino Maker, you can have all the cappuccinos and espressos you want at any time. Night or day, rain or shine.

 This gorgeous espresso machine with stainless steel boiler makes 1 or 2 shots. It has a special sempre crema filter holder that produces authentic crema, the essence of authentic espresso. For cappuccino lovers, you can make your own cappuccinos with its adjustable steam emission. With its Swivel jet frother, you can whip up your own cappuccino, latte or any other frothy milk beverage with ease, right in your kitchen.

 Whether you are a barista wannabe or just a diehard coffee fan, you can purchase this Italian designed espresso/cappuccino maker for just $59.99 at newegg.com. At $59.99, you save $40 off its original price!

Green Pan 6-Piece Set Black Aluminium

11-inch Grill Pan

8-inch Fry Pan

This is on my wish list. (Hint! Hint!) Imagine cooking with these babies! With its Thermolon non-stick technology, cooking will now be a lot healthier as you need not add any oil or butter. Unlike other non-stick pans, Green Pan does not contain any PTFE or PFOA. These pans are designed to last and this may probably be the last time you will be shopping for cookware. They are also scratch and abrasion resistant.

At asianfoodchannel.com, this state-of-the-art cookware set is going for S$ 205.00 (US$ 139.30) for the 2-piece set (20cm and 24cm) Frying Pans. But I found this incredibly fantastic deal at Amazon.com. For only US$ 79.99, you’ll get Green Pan with Thermolon Technology Premier Set which includes:-

• 8″ (20cm) Fry Pan with lid
• 11″ (28cm) Fry Pan
• 11″ (28cm) Grill Pan with grill ridges
• 11″ (28cm) Steamer Insert
• 11″ (28cm) Universal Lid (can be used with the 11″ Grill Pan and the 11″ Fry Pan)

Any takers for this amazing deal? I know someone who is dying to get her greedy hands on these beauties. Me.