Gift cards are a popular gift, but why not get a little something for yourself while you're shopping?
There are dozens of businesses offering freebies just for buying gift cards including Applebee's; Buy $50 in gift cards and get a $10 gift card for free and you can use it that same day.
PF Chang's also has a deal too...Buy $100 in gift cards and get a $20 gift card for free.
You can't use that free card until January first.
California Pizza Kitchen has that same deal.
If you'd prefer delivery Papa John's is giving you a coupon for a free one-topping pizza if you buy $25 in gift cards.
And Jamba Juice is giving you a free small smoothie or juice for buying $25 in gift cards.
We found a list of even more gift card freebies on dealnews.com. So look for your favorite retailers before you spend your cash.