The scrap pieces of wrapping paper left over from wrapping large gifts are great for wrapping stocking stuffers.
Many people put oranges at the toe of the stocking.
For example, leave a tiny stuffed animal at the top of the stocking, peeking over the side.
For example, if the person loves nature or asked for a stocking full of fun items, you might look for a mini flashlight, patterned gloves, travel games, and stickers with animals on them.
Popular family stocking stuffers might include oranges, a variety pack of mini cereal boxes, a toothbrush, or LifeSavers Storybooks.
For example, a sports-themed stocking could include items like candies in the shapes of footballs or basketballs, a mini sports game, pencils with baseballs on them, or sports-themed stickers. A princess-themed stocking might have a toothbrush with a princess on it, a tiara, plastic jewelry, and a princess coloring book.
If you need ideas related to a specific age group, such as babies, preschoolers, or middle schoolers, do a quick online search to find lists of suggested items. For example, a stocking for a baby might include a pacifier, holiday bib, or soft socks. A stocking for a preschooler could have things like animal finger puppets, a small doll, crayons, or bubbles.
Headbands, hair clips, washcloths with pictures on them, and bath toys are also good options. Stuff their stocking with a small hat, gloves, or mittens for colder weather.
Check the packaging or label on the item to see the age recommendations, if necessary. Other items might include comic books, Rubik’s cubes, small games, or crossword puzzles.
Coloring books, small journals, stamps, and fun erasers can go in the stocking as well. Play-Doh or washable paints are great for younger kids.
Small toy cars and slinkies are other great options.
Include dried fruits, packages of cookies, gummies, or the child’s favorite candy. Decorate the top of the stocking by hooking a candy cane or two over the rim. Pay attention to any allergies the child has when picking out food items.
Look for small things of lotion, cologne, perfume, nail polish, or lip balm. Brushes, combs, and other hair accessories make great stocking stuffers. The travel section is a great place to look for these toiletries, such as small bottles of shampoo and deodorant.
For example, a guitar player might love a guitar pick, a fisherman would enjoy fishing lures, and a baker might appreciate kitchen supplies. A teacher might like fun stickers to put on their students’ papers, while an artist would like new colored pencils or erasers.
Sunflower seeds, chips, cookies, and candies are also good stocking stuffers.
Stress balls, face masks, and air fresheners are other good options.
Other options include mini flashlights, pocket knives, multi-tools, sticky notes, or a travel-sized sewing kit.
