Stocking stuffers are an essential part of kit at Christmas, if you and/or the kids like to hang a stocking on Christmas eve. But what to put in there? You don't want to spend an arm or a leg and I'm sure you don't want to be caught out at the last minute with nothing to pad out their stockings with.
Here's a few tips and ideas for stocking stuffers:
Stocking stuffers don't usually have to be particularly specific, so keep this in mind whenever you're shopping. If you're ordering something on Amazon.com, throw in something extra at the same time. If you do it right, you may even qualify for their free postage.
Here's a few tips and ideas for stocking stuffers:
Stocking stuffers don't usually have to be particularly specific, so keep this in mind whenever you're shopping. If you're ordering something on Amazon.com, throw in something extra at the same time. If you do it right, you may even qualify for their free postage.
This Trash Pack set contains 5 figures, each in their own little trash bin.
Perfect for putting in a Christmas stocking.
Things like bubbles, balloons, lego figures, trash packs, nail polish, beads, hair ties and notebooks are available in many stores including grocery stores, so consider picking up some bits and pieces next time you're in there.
For older kids, get a bit more specific if you like: if the family is heading off camping in the summer, hit up a camping store and purchase a few cheap gadgets.
Compasses, small flashlights, canteen and the like.
Compasses, small flashlights, canteen and the like.
This 5 in 1 gadget includes a compass, whistle and waterproof compartment.
What camping kid wouldn't be excited finding this in their stocking?
Do you have a sports nut? A miniature basketball or soccer ball, sports socks and fancy sweat bands, a snazzy drink bottle, colored shoe laces for their shoes.
For a girly girl, pick up some nail polish and nail gems, body glitter, lip balm, charms for a phone or school bag, hot pink ear buds.
Throw in a chocolate frog, a lollipop or dried fruit snacks, a juice box or fizzy drink for a treat, these can of course be bought with your groceries.
If your kids are happy with healthier things, go that route for sure, just keep in mind if you're including fresh items, you probably WILL need to get them at the last minute. One year we included a box of fresh blueberries in my youngest's stocking, he thought they were fabulous treat.
Annie's Fruit Snacks are at the healthier end of treats for Christmas stocking, but still tasty.
Nearly all of these items are available YEAR ROUND, so think about them NOW.
You can spread the cost out and you won't be scrambling at the last minute.
Remember, the less you have to do at the last minute, the better!
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