I had “great feedback” on my blog last year on Stocking Stuffers (Hanging the Stockings with care) when I had all of 4 followers…so I’ve reposted the 2010 version at the end of this blog, but have some new ideas, ( along with Monday’s blog about stocking stuffers for men) which I’ve been compiling for a few months now:
Stocking Stuffers under $10
Flash Drive – Office Max had 4GB flash drives for $7.99
Tooth Brush – splurge on one in their favorite color (not the free one from the dentist, which are great, btw). Travel toothpaste is also a great crowd-pleaser (Thanks, Lee for the tip).
Socks – always a big hit! Sports, dress, etc…who doesn’t need new socks? Remember, a sock in a sock!
Lint Brush/Roller – you can even get them now in the dollar aisle at Target! Maybe not the most exciting gift, but one you’ll use time and time again. Don’t leave home without one. You can also use this to get pesky lint from your carpet.
iTunes gift card – Everyone in my house gets these in their stockings…then I steal Kevin’s!
Gum – Chicklet Fruit Flavored is my personal favorite, but clearly you aren’t limited to this. Plus, it’s kinda hard to find!
Candle – in their favorite scent – Philosophy has a candle of Amazing Grace (my fragrance).
Bath products – bath bomb; lotions, gels. Yes, I know we all have tons of these, but truly, can you ever have enough?
Slinky – young and old love these..or other nostalgic toys!
Nailpolish, with a gift certificate for a Manicure (probably not under $10, but try Groupon), or for a No-Chip Manicure. Essie also now has a product which is an acrylic top coat. $7.99 at Target.
And in case you still don’t have enough ideas, from this year’s blog as well as last year’s, check these out, compliments of Pinterest!
- Discount Stores, e.g. Target or Wal-Mart (especially the $ spot and the travel-size toiletry sections)
- Dollar Stores
- Cost Plus World Market (great source for sample-size specialty food items)
- Boutique Toy Stores (these may sell the nicer $2-$3 stocking stuffer toys, plus games, balls, action figures, magic tricks, mini musical instruments)
- Drug Stores
- Grocery Stores
- Pet Stores
- Girls’ Jewelry Stores, e.g. Claire’s
- Department Stores, e.g. Macy’s, Carson’s, Kohls (for gloves, chenille socks, coin purses/wallets, accessories, underwear, luggage tags)
- Craft Stores, e.g. JoAnn’s Fabrics or Michael’s (for great pens, paints, beading kits, sewing notions, rubber stamps, scrapbooking accessories)
- Sporting Goods Stores (camping gear, fishing tackle, key chain thermometers, golfing accessories, water bottles, healthy snacks)
- The Car Wash or a Car Parts Store (air fresheners, visor mirrors, tire pressure gauges, flashlights, bungee cords)
- Bed and Bath Stores, e.g. Bed Bath and Beyond or Linens and Things (kitchen gadgets, small cookbooks, bath/spa items, gourmet candy/food, gourmet tea, candles, spices)
- Book Stores, e.g. Borders, Barnes and Noble, or your local book shop (tiny books, bookmarks, book holders, book lights, magnifying glasses, journals, diaries)
- Stationery Stores (notecards, art supplies, calculators, stickers, magnets, desk supplies)
Happy Stuffing…and if I hear of more ideas, I’ll post them as they “pass by my desk”. 🙂
Friday’s blog: Hostess Gifts!
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