These Delightful Stocking Stuffers Will Surprise Everyone on Your List
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Sure, everyone looks forward to their "big" present on Christmas. But the small, just-for-fun gifts can mean so much, too! That's where these best stocking stuffer ideas come in. If you're looking for a little inspiration for everyone on your list this year, then you've come to the right place. Because no matter who the recipient is, we've found 86 unique gift ideas that will surely be a hit!
All of the items here have a few things in common. First, they are all compact so they'll fit perfectly into Christmas stockings. Second, they are all budget-friendly, with many of them being gifts under $25 and even a few gifts under $10. Other than that, they vary greatly to make sure everyone is covered (you'll even find awesome stocking stuffers for teens!). There are fun finds like stocking-shaped mugs and gag gifts for a good laugh, plus practical picks they'll use all the time. Think: a frother for a fancy coffee lover or a bestselling knit beanie they'll wear all winter long.
Because of their size and price point, these picks would also make excellent white elephant gifts or Secret Santa gifts, whether you're doing a gift exchange with your coworkers or your close friends or both! Heck, there are dozens of items on this list for a reason. So go ahead, get a move on—you've got lots of stockings to stuff!
Mulberry Silk Sleep Eye Mask
Give the gift of better sleep. Not only does an eye mask help shut out distracting light, but the soft silk is a dream for the sensitive skin around the eyes.
Premium Cocktail Kit
If you've got an adult recipient that loves classic cocktails, this is a fun idea. All they have to do is add a mix to their favorite spirit and voila! They have a cocktail in seconds.
Hella Awkward Card Game
A fun new idea to break the ice between guests of all ages over 18, this card game has 140 different questions that will keep conversations interesting for the rest of the night.
The Woobles Beginners Crochet Kit
You may have seen this kid-friendly idea on Shark Tank! It's an increasingly popular craft kit that comes with everything for one beginner project that even adults would love to try.
Carhartt Knit Cuffed Beanie
This unisex cozy winter beanie is perfect for anyone who lives in a cold weather climate. It has thousands of five-star reviews, is offered in more than 35 different colors, and is super affordable.
Rooted Candle
Want a gift that keeps on giving? This fun find starts as delicious smelling six-ounce candle. But once it's done burning, it comes with seeds so you can turn it into a potted plant!
Zulay Kitchen Milk Frother
Anyone who loves a warm, frothy beverage will adore this $10 find. It's perfect for whipping up fancy coffees and hot chocolate in an instant without leaving home.
Personalized Embroidered Corner Bookmark
Any bookworm will appreciate this pretty little find. It's a homey personalized bookmark that slides onto the side of the page. No more unsightly earmarks on the paper!
Lightsaber Chopsticks
Got a Star Wars fan in fam? This will make mealtime way more fun! They are two pairs of chopsticks shaped light lightsabers. And yes, they even glow!
Fujifilm INSTAX Mini Camera
An instant camera will be a ton of retro fun for anyone! Choose from a selection of fun colors and let them snap away all Christmas long to capture the memories.
FlipBelt Classic Running Belt
Whether they are an avid runner or just starting out, a running belt to hold all of their small items is key―literally! It can hold keys, cards, even small phones to keep the runner hands free.
Nordic Ware Bundt Ornament Set
Pay tribute to their love of baking with these adorable Bundt cake pan ornaments. Choose between gold, silver, or mix and match!
philosophy Amazing Grace Ballet
Treat them to a romantic new perfume. This one comes in the prettiest bottle and features notes of rose, peony, and lychee.
Personalized Leather Toiletry Bag
This handsome leather toiletry bag will hold all of their travel essentials in style. You can even get it personalized with their name or initials.
Maze Money Box
Everyone loves receiving cash at Christmastime but sometimes it can feel like a last-minute gift. Here's an idea: Place the money or gift card inside this puzzle box to make your gift that much more fun and thoughtful!
Lump of Coal Charcoal Soap
Do you know someone on the naughty list? Give them a chuckle with this charcoal soap that's designed to look like a lump of coal!
Satin Bow Scrunchie
This satin scrunchie topped with an oversized bow will make the perfect feminine finishing touch to all of their favorite outfits. Buy it in ivory or blue.
Funny Christmas Santa Beer Can Cooler
It's the most wonderful time...for a beer! This funny, Christmas-themed beer can cooler is good for a giggle and for keeping their favorite beverages ice cold.
Foodie Dice
Spice up their life with this set of dice that offers inspiration for 186,000 simple, seasonal meals. It comes with five primary dice (protein, cooking method, grain/carb, herb, bonus ingredient) and four seasonal veggie dice.
'Would You Rather... Game Book'
This kid- and family-friendly book is filled with silly jokes, fun travel and party games, and conversation starters that will leave everyone in stitches. You'll get hours of entertainment for under $8!
Satkago Mochi Squishy Toys
How adorable are these mini squishy toys? Kids (and even adults!) will have tons of fun playing with them.
Book-Shaped Decorative Vase
This cute little book-shaped vase is the perfect stocking stuffer for the readers on your list. They can fill it with flowers or even use it as a pencil or utensil cup.
Clean / Dirty Dishwasher Magnet
Make a small but significant improvement to their daily lives with this stylish dishwasher magnet. They'll always know whether the dishes are clean or dirty!
OLOVES Natural Whole Pitted Olives
Give them their favorite salty snack this Christmas. The pack of 24 comes includes flavors like Basil & Garlic, Chili & Oregano, Lemon & Rosemary, and Black Kalamata Olive Chili & Garlic.
Whiskey Stones
Keep their favorite drinks chilled but never watered down with this set of six whisky stones. To use, simply place them in the freezer for two to three hours and then pop them in a drink.
Beard Bib Apron
Tired of seeing all those little hairs in the sink after your significant other shaves? Get them this clever beard bib that will catch all the hairs well before they hit the drain.
Snack Food Socks
Whether you want to give multiple pairs to one person or split these up to eight separate people, you'll have a lot of fun giving these away. All the pairs are based on popular snack foods like Swedish Fish and Ritz crackers.
'The Nightmare Before Christmas' Coffee Sample Pack
Another buy-in-bulk idea is this fun sampler pack of coffees. Each of the five blends is based on a character from The Nightmare Before Christmas and is individually packaged in a four-ounce bag.
Winter Mantel Candle
If their stocking is being hung, we bet there's decorative mantel, too! Wait until they get a whiff of the holly, eucalyptus, and spruce notes in this soy wax candle. With a burn time of 60 to 80 hours, they can use it all throughout the season.
Christmas Elf Boot Mug
There's a cute Christmas mug, and then there's a large 17-ounce capacity elf boot mug. If they like to drink a lot of coffee or hot chocolate, they'll appreciate how festive and useful this mug is!
The Pioneer Woman Olive Wood 3-Piece Mini Tool Set
This useful find is a three-piece set of sturdy mini kitchen tools, perfect for cooking and serving practically anything they might whip up in the kitchen. They're ideal for non-stick cookware!
'Start a New Page' Journal
Any current or aspiring writer will love starting something fresh as the new year approaches. This journal can be ordered with lines, unlined, or with dotted lines and offers personalization, too!
Musee Bath Bomb
Between the soothing essential oils and the bracelet that is unveiled as it dissolves, this bath bomb is sure to be a big hit for any unicorn lover.
Apple AirTag
AirTags are super popular for a reason! They are the most compact way to make sure you can always find your wallet, keys, luggage, or anything else important. Just track it on an app!
Mud Pie Ceramic Tea Bag Caddy
A warm cup of tea really does make a day more brew-tea-ful for fans of the popular beverage. If they use individual bags, they'll love this little caddy to keep on the counter.
Serenilite Hand Therapy Exercise Stress Balls
Life can get stressful. This set of three hand therapy balls helps relieve it while also improving grip strength. It's great for anyone with arthritis, carpal tunnel, or going through post-surgery physical therapy, too.
Graf Lantz Wine Glass Identifiers
Ever go to a party and can't figure out which glass is yours? These little felt rounds wrap around the glass stem, so you'll always know which drink is yours by the color. Gift this to your favorite host!
The Pioneer Woman Charlie Digital Kitchen Timer
It's a kitchen magnet! It's a digital timer! It's an adorable pup! Any dog lover will surely love this fun find. Plus, it's super affordable. That's a win-win for everyone.
Fitness Dice
People who love fitness never seem to get enough of finding new ways of working out. These seven dice can create a whopping 45,000 workout routines, so they'll never be bored!
Mini Tabletop Cornhole
Cornhole isn't just for summer! Let the game add some cheer to your wintertime celebrations with this adorable tabletop set.
Shark Attack Ice Molds
Novelty shaped ice is all the rage right now. Why not go all out with a set of two shaped like shark heads? They'll make serving drinks scarily fun! Plus, they melt slower so they won't water things down.
Knit Touch Screen Winter Gloves
Brrr, winter is long and cold. A warm pair of gloves will be well received, especially a pair that you don't have to take off to use your phone! They also have anti-slip grip.
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask
This lip product perfects your pucker overnight. It's a favorite of Alex Drummond for its amazingly smooth results. 28,000 reviewers on Amazon agree!
Mad Libs
Mad Libs are just as much fun now as they were when you were a kid. Handing them out on a holiday will prove endlessly entertaining throughout the celebration.
YETI Rambler Wine Tumbler
Great for the wine lover on the go, this #1 bestselling insulated wine tumbler will keep the vino cool (or warm for those mulled wine fans!) for hours. The slider tab makes it easy to sip or seal whenever they want.
Howdy Pawtner Puzzle
Puzzles have made a comeback, and we're so here for it... especially when you can build a 500-piece cat with a cowboy hat. It will be hours of endless family fun!
Rifle Paper Co. To-Do List Notepad
Staying organized and running errands is way more fun when you've got a cute notepad to jot it all down. This adorable find will be much appreciated by the busy ones in your life.
'My Mother Was Right About Everything' Dish Towel
Eventually we realize that mom was right about everything in adult life. If you've got a friend (or a grown kid!) that's finally understanding that, they'll find this dish dowel hilarious (and useful!).
Minute Cocktail Sugar Cube Trio
All they have to do is pop a sugar cube into a glass of their favorite spirit and voila! It's an instant cocktail. No wonder it's a bestseller! Included are six cubes each of three different flavors.
I Dew Care Mini Wash Off Face Mask Trio
What's better than a refreshing face mask? How about three? They are made with all natural ingredients and can work wonders on skin in less than ten minutes. Did we also mention they are ice cream flavored?
Snowflake Necklace
This delicate little snowflake necklace is affordable and comes already wrapped in an envelope, so all you have to do is slide it in a stocking. It can be worn all winter long!
State Spoon Rest
All 50 states are represented in this collection of spoon rests, so it doesn't matter where your recipient lives! Handmade out of stoneware, this useful but unique find will remind them of you every time they cook.
Ultimate Survival Credit Card Multitool
What can't this compact, lightweight tool do? It's a survival knife, a bottle opener, a flat screwdriver, a ruler, various sized wrenches, a saw blade, and more!
Reusable Grocery Bag
This reusable tote is so small when it folds up, it will fit into practically any handbag. It's perfect for quick errands. Check out all of the fun prints you can buy!
UNO Stacko Game
UNO and Jenga are two games that are super fun no matter what age you are. Why not combine them? That's exactly what Stacko does! Anyone over the age of seven will love it.
Succulent Tea Light Candles Cute
Whether they have a green thumb or are just love the look, they'll appreciate these adorable succulent candles. Each set comes with six unscented designs.
Burt's Bees Holiday Gift Set
This five-piece set has everything anyone would need to cure dry winter skin: lip balm, cleansing cream, hand salve, body lotion, and foot cream. They're all natural and great for all skin types.
Deer Antler Beer Bottle Opener
For beer lovers who have an affinity for the outdoors, this $10 find is perfect. It's a sturdy bottle opener that has just the right amount of rustic flair. It definitely won't get lost in the utensil drawer!
Fuego Box Small-Batch Hot Sauce Trio
There are few things on the planet better than hot sauce. Give your heat-loving family members and friends a taste of the good stuff with this miniature sampler set.
Vinyl Record Coasters
Serious music lovers have an appreciation for records. These coasters evoke that feeling, designed to look just like miniature records. And they even get stored on a mini record player!
Three by Three Copper Dog Cast Iron Magnets
Cute magnets for the fridge are an easy and fun idea. If you have an animal lover in your life, this option has dogs, cats, sea animals, llamas, and even dinosaurs.
MEATER Plus: Wireless Smart Meat Thermometer
If you've got a meat lover in the family that loves to roast and grill everything in sight, you have to get them this bestselling wireless meat thermometer. The compact probe is controlled right from their phone, so they don't have to hover over their feast.
The Pioneer Woman Semi-Precious Bracelet Set
Ree has been a fan of this style for years, and it's no wonder why: The turquoise beads on this bracelet are easy to dress up or down, and they pair well with most other jewelry.
Rechargeable Hand Warmer
Hand warmers are a smart idea if you live in a chilly place. A rechargeable and reusable one is an even smarter idea. At full charge, this stylish little square heats up in less than two minutes and stays warm for up to four hours.
Sticker by Letter Book
A cross between a paint-by-number, a puzzle, and a sticker book, this book has ten different wild animals that are colorfully pieced together. It's great for kids and adults alike!
Gripper Slippers
Part slipper plus part sock equals a comfy, cozy gift idea. They're offered in several sizes and colors for men and women. Plus, for every pair purchased, another is given to someone in need.
Silicone Straw Set
Reusable straws are not only better for the environment, but they are way better than those paper straws that disintegrate in your drink. This set comes with four reusable straws, cleaning wands, and carrying cases for each. You just fold them up and carry them where ever you go!
Honey & Orange Blossom Soap
Moisturized with shea butter and infused with natural sweet scents, this bestseller is the perfect beginning for each day. Give this pre-pack as is (it's got a bow already!) or split it up into three stockings.
Yellowstone Dutton Ranch Whiskey Glass
Yellowstone fans will understand the need to sip and savor like they're on the ranch. This classic whiskey glass is the way to do it! It also comes in gift box already, so you don't need to wrap it.
Makeup Eraser
Not only is this "eraser" easy to use, but it's also much more environmentally friendly than single-use makeup wipes. To use it, simply add water, rub it onto your skin, and remove to reveal a fresh, clean face.
Swedish Sponge Cloth Set
Fact: Everyone has to do the dishes. You might as well make it fun! Swedish dish cloths are reusable and come in the prettiest prints. We love this 12-pack of garden-themed sponges, but there are so many other fun prints to choose from.
PEZ Christmas Candy Dispensers
Nostalgic for adults and fun for kids, PEZ dispensers never disappoint. This set of three are each individually wrapped, so you can just pop them into a sock and be done!
Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker
They can bring their music anywhere with this compact speaker. It has a ten-hour capacity and connects through bluetooth on their phone or through a cable. It's great for picnics, camping, and anywhere in the house.
'I'd Rather Be' Funny Socks
If someone you know would rather be watching football or golfing or drinking wine, try a funny pair of socks. There are over 70 hilarious and affordable options to choose from. You're bound to find something that fits their personality!
EOS Holiday Lip Balm Gift Set
Affordable, seasonally flavored, and great for the colder months when lips are chapped, this two-pack lip balm set is no-brainer. It's great for people with sensitive skin, too!
Tamagotchi V5 Game
Yup, they're back! If you remember Tamagotchi, other adults are sure to remember them, too. And the kids? Well, they'll be plenty amused to play with their new digital pet.
Mini Jewelry Travel Case
Keeping jewelry safe and secure while traveling is so much easier when you have a cute travel case. This affordable find comes in multiple color options to customize to the gift recipient's preference.
Car Vent Phone Mount
Staying handsfree in the car is important for safety, but sometimes you need the screen for directions or want to make sure it doesn't fall under the seat. This bestseller clips right to the air vent, so it will fit in any make and model car. It's also adjustable to most current phones.
The Pioneer Woman Breezy Blossom Needlecraft Kit
Whether they are a novice or an advanced crafter, this needlepoint kit will be well received. It contains everything to create this pretty floral pattern, which can be displayed easily after it's done.
Valencia Bud Vase
A bud vase is a cute little idea for fans of fresh flowers. They're only four inches, perfect for a stocking. Choose from four different colors, all in 100% recycled glass.
Snowman Putty
Each container of this "snowman putty" comes with a carrot nose, press-in eyes, and a sweet smile. There are three included in each set, so you'll have enough for every kid's stocking.
BodyRestore Shower Steamers
Who couldn't use a little relaxation? Since these shower steamers are individually wrapped, you can easily stretch this gift to make it work for the whole family.
Gel Dust Cleaner
Even just looking at this dust cleaner is fun. Press it into keyboards, car vents, or any other surfaces that are typically difficult to clean—then watch what emerges with awe (and maybe a little disgust?).
Paladone Buddy The Elf Trivia Quiz Game
Elf is one of Ree Drummond's favorite Christmas movies! If you and your cotton-headed ninny muggins feel the same, then this gift will be a hit! You can start the game as soon as presents are unwrapped. Bonus points if you watch while playing!
Create Your Own Reel Viewer
This super nostalgic reel viewer gets even more sentimental, because you can customize the reels with whatever photos you want. Pictures from the past? Aw!
Therapy Dough
If you're not familiar with the concept of therapy dough, it's modeled after the clay used by many art therapists. This version is even infused with essential oils.
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