During the Christmas season, people tend to worry about the big gifts. But even then the small gifts in the stockings can hold a lot of meaning. Stockings tend to be filled with candy and maybe a few little plastic figures or toys. But filling them with other things can be a nice surprise for whoever receives it. With that, here are some ideas of unique but not bank-breaking small gifts that can be used as stocking stuffers.
When buying for someone who likes gifts that can be used every day, go the more practical route. This can be things like lotion, makeup, hair care, perfume/body spray, or small clothing items. If they have a favorite color or scent then get them one of the products previously listed that are that color or particular scent. Buying some basic everyday use items while still making sure it’s connected to things they enjoy, can make the small gift more emotionally valuable. This kind of stuff is all something they’ll most likely use up so it doesn’t just end up wasted.
However, if they prefer more entertaining gifts over everyday use gifts then buy them something more entertaining that can just be a special purchase. It doesn’t have to be something out there and never seen, it can be as simple as a keychain. Maybe, a unique keychain from their favorite show, book, or any media really. That can be used to decorate whatever they choose to put it on. But if it’s meant to be something for more than a single use then it should be an item that can be used repeatedly without losing interest. Something like crafts, such as a rubber band bracelet kit. A small gift that can keep the hands busy and create several patterns so it doesn’t get boring.
In the end, most believe the size of the gift doesn’t matter. Every gift is still one thoroughly thought out and given with the receiver in mind. As long as every gift comes from a thought about the person, even the small ones in the stocking, then it’s a good gift.