5 Amazing Christmas Gifts You Can Buy at Target for Under $40

Christmas will be here before you know it. If you haven't finished shopping for it yet, you don't have to panic -- but you probably don't want to sit tight much longer, either.

One of the reasons you may not be done with Christmas shopping is that you're trying to pad your savings at the last minute to give yourself more wiggle room with what you can buy. But Target has a host of great gifts for under $40 that might work for your budget. Here are five worth looking at.

1. MindWare Dig It Up! Giant Gem Discovery

Have a child who loves gems and is willing to work for them? This discovery kit could be a great gift. It features 12 different gemstones and chiseling tools that allow your child to scratch and scape their way to hidden treasures.

This item is only available online, so if you're interested, act quickly to avoid shipping-related delays. But right now, you can find it for $34.95.

Of course, to get free shipping at Target, you need to place a $35 minimum order, and this item falls slightly short. But if you're also getting another gift or some stocking stuffers, you can avoid paying a shipping fee.

2. Elmer's 9pc Fantasy Wonderland Slime Kit

There's just something about slime that tends to appeal to kids of different ages. And while slime may not appeal to you so much as a parent, just think of the smile on your child's face when you present this slime kit. It features a collection of colored glues and slime activators so your child can create their own gooey concoction with different textures.

The online price at Target is $29.99 right now. That's $10 less than what Amazon is selling it for.

3. Freida & Joe Mango Pear Fragrance Bath & Body Collection in Woven Basket Gift Set

Know someone special who could really use some pampering? This Freida & Joe gift basket normally retails for $45, but right now, Target has it marked down to $35. It features shower gel, body spray, bubble bath, body lotion, and more. It's a great gift to present to a tired mom or a teacher who's gone out of their way for your child this year.

That said, before you purchase this item from Target, you may want to head to your local Costco and see what gift baskets are available there. Costco tends to increase its gift basket selection during the holidays. So if $35 is more than what you're looking to spend on someone like your child's teacher, you may find a range of options at Costco for less.

4. Blue Ridge Tools 47pc Household Tool Kit

Know someone handy who loves to tinker with different projects around the house? This Blue Ridge tool kit could be a great gift. For $32.99, you get a hammer, tape measure, screwdriver, sockets, and more.

This kit also makes a great gift for someone who's recently purchased a home or is in the midst of a home improvement project. However, if you're looking to spend a bit less, you could go with this 40-piece kit from Target instead for just $21.99.

5. Starfrit Foldable Spiralizer with 3 Blades

Many people pledge to eat healthier at the start of a new year. Make that easier on someone special you know with this foldable vegetable spiralizer.

It comes with three interchangeable blades for slicing vegetables in different sizes, and its compact design makes it easy to store -- even for people without a lot of cabinet space. It normally retails for $59.99, but if you grab it now, it's just $39.99.

These Target finds have the potential to make someone you know very happy. And remember, if you shop at Target using your Target RedCard, you'll save 5% on your purchases. This holds true whether you have the debit card version of the Target RedCard or the credit card. But remember, some of these items have the potential to sell out or go up in price. So if you're on a budget and are down to the wire, you may want to scoop them up ASAP.