I went to a HomeGoods in my hometown on Long Island.The exterior of my local HomeGoods. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider The store advertised same-day delivery and a special holiday return policy when you walked in.A display at the front. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider The first display was a table filled with reindeer, snowmen, penguins, and wrapping paper.One of the first displays had a large silver reindeer. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider If you want to shop at HomeGoods, you have to be OK with digging through tables of seemingly random items.It's like digging for treasure. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider Sometimes, displays are organized. For example, this table was labeled "For the chef."This table had baskets, olive oil sets, snacks, and more. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider It had items like this basil-dip tasting set for $19.99.The label was torn, but the box itself was fine. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider This Modelo goodie-filled tub, which cost $59.99, included glasses, coasters, a bottle opener, pretzels, and chips.This is great for the beer-lover in your life. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider This table was piled high with "baking essentials."There's special powdered sugar, baking trays, dishware, and edible decorations. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider No one would be mad to open chocolates on Christmas morning.I didn't know there could be so many different types of chocolate. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider I was particularly drawn to this "wine" bottle filled with truffles.These were quite festive. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider There was an entire aisle dedicated to peppermint snacks.The Peppermint Shop. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider There were multiple shelves filled with just hot chocolate gourmet hot chocolate is a great grab-bag gift.There were dozens of hot chocolate mixes. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider I bought these chocolate-covered spoons for $7.99. They turn any cup of milk into hot chocolate, and they'll be a hit in my home on Christmas morning.I can't wait to try them out. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider Even when you go into the store, past the gift displays, some items would make good presents.This section was labeled Storage. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider Of course, HomeGoods is known for decor. Many teenage girls would be excited to get one of these disco-ball gifts.Disco balls are popular. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider Or for the coquette-obsessed, any of these Hello Kitty gifts would do.There were jars, plates, bowls, mugs, and more with Hello Kitty's face. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider Source: Business Insider I was into these pink cowboy boot vases I definitely have some younger cousins who would love one.Western-inspired fashion and decor were popular this year. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider Board games and puzzles are tried-and-true gifts. There's no shortage of them at HomeGoods.I almost knocked things off this table with how overflowing it was. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider The candle section can be overwhelming this is one small part but candles are a solid gift for almost anyone in your life.Candles are gifts that almost anyone would enjoy. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider If all else fails try a gift card.Gift cards are never a bad idea. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider Christmas wasn't the only holiday represented. There was a Hanukkah table, as well.The Hanukkah table had menorahs, lights, and candles. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider And there were already tons of Valentine's Day items on display.Christmas was already on its way out in this part of the store. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider Pink was everywhere.These would still be good Christmas gifts. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider Even if these are technically for Valentine's Day, I wouldn't be mad to find that ceramic bulldog under my tree.I also liked the Snoopy mug. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider If you somehow made it through the store without finding anything, there's winter-themed candy at the register.When in doubt, try candy. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider HomeGoods is a lifesaver if you're like me and put off holiday shopping until the last minute.Peppermint bark is a solid last-minute gift for a surprise guest. Gabbi Shaw/Business Insider