The Ultimate Stocking Stuffer Ideas Gift Guide

My husband told me that growing up he could never sleep on Christmas Eve because he was SO excited that it would keep him up ALL NIGHT! As a kid, he and his brothers would wake up super early on Christmas Day. They weren’t allowed to open their Christmas presents until their parents came downstairs and after everyone ate the Christmas meal. So, to keep 3 excited kids occupied on Christmas morning (and perhaps to have a nice lie in!), they were allowed to open their Christmas stockings!!

So here, I’ve collected a range of ideas for the kids in your life – kids big and small! I hope it brightens their Christmas morning! Most of these items are UNDER £10, and some are less than a fiver!!

NOTE: Prices were correct at time of publication.

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Stocking Stuffer Ideas For Kids

1. Santa Playing Cards – £2.69

Aren’t these perfect for Christmas? They’re just the right size for slipping into those Christmas stockings. And they’ll keep kids, young and old, entertained while you prep your turkey or sip on some mulled wine! 😉

2. Lamaze Freddie The Firefly Clip on Pram Toy – £3.94

This is a fantastic toy for baby’s first Christmas stocking! My kids really enjoyed the Lamaze range of sensory toys when they were all babies. Aaahhh, the memories!!

3. Crayola Crayons – £1.50

These are perfect stocking stuffers because they’re cheap, they’re liked by all kids and they’re great quality. Can’t do better than that!

4. Hot Wheels Cars – £5.81

This set of sturdy die-cast cars by Hot Wheels is sure to keep your energetic drivers occupied for some time. There’s something about miniature cars that sparks the imagination!

5. LED Book Light – £7.99

My kids are avid readers. My oldest won’t contemplate closing her eyes until she has read for at least an hour before bed! And so we’ve been through A LOT of book lights in our time. This LED book light is the best one we’ve come across yet. And it’s STILL going in a house of three rough-playing kids. So this is kid-proof, it’s great quality and your book lover (young or old) will swear by it!

6. Rear View Spy Glasses – £3.95

Spies are cool! And this little toy will certainly light up the face of its glad recipient. Great for both boys and girls, the only warning I’ll give is that you’ll need to keep an eye on what your little spy is up to!

7. Water Magic Colouring Pad – £4.35

I love my kids doing art. But I hate the mess. Which is why I’d happily have my kids use these all day. They’re essentially painting pads that use water to bring out the colours. No paint. No mess. Just lots of fun. A perfect stocking stuffer! See the full range of these pads here.

8. Pencil Case – From £0.29 !!

How could I resist the urge to list some stationery here? And cause I LOVE a bargain, I was completely floored when I found these cute pencil cases! They are so inexpensive, that I’m sure several of them will be making their way into a few extra stockings this year!

9. The Snowman book – £5.99

A beautiful Christmas story based on the classic festive movie – The Snowman. I think a book is an essential stocking stuffer for kids (or adults). Get them reading and their minds will expand all on their own! Check out these other great Christmas book options here.

10. 7 Piece Wooden Doll Family – £2.99

I’m a HUGE wooden toy lover. And this adorable poseable wooden doll family are absolutely precious! There’s something about wooden toys and Christmas that makes me feel all nostalgic!

11. Pop Rainbow Magic Ball – £1.23

This puzzle ball has had rave reviews so it’s definitely on my list as one to get this Christmas. Get this: it’s an educational, logic-building, stress-relieving puzzle that helps to build hand-eye coordination! The aim is to get the right balls popping out of the correct openings. AND it’s so cheap!! Gotta love that!

12. Top Trumps Card Game – From £2

I have to say that, as a mum, this game is great for when you’re out and about. I think it’s the perfect travel game. My kids love to play Top Trumps in the car, when we’re waiting around and of course, at home. Another perfect stocking filler!

13. Light Spinner – £2.25

I remember when I was a young girl, we had a light up disc that rolled up and down between two metal rods. I was fascinated by it. But I know those toys aren’t very cheap. This, however, is a steal! You pull two strings which send the toy spinning around. Perfect stocking filler – especially as the batteries are also included. Nice!

14. Stretchosaurs – £2.75

Your little dinosaur lover will love these stretchy dinosaurs. They come in a pack of about four of all different colours. We have lizards and my kids love playing with them. Mostly because they stick to the walls without falling off – especially when thrown from a distance Don’t ask!! But don’t worry, your paint and wallpaper are safe as they peel off like Post-it Notes!

15. Wooden Balloon Car – £2.75

I LOVE the idea behind this car. It has ‘homeschool must-have’ written all over it! First off, it’s wooden (who doesn’t love wooden toys?). But it’s also a science experiment at the same time as the car is put into motion by the force of the air escaping from the balloon! What’s more, as the car is in its natural wooden state, your kids could spend a day ‘pimping up their ride’ with some paint and stickers. This will make racing them all the more fun! Science – check. Art – check. Fun – double check!

16. Hatchimals Colleggtibles – £3.63

There are some toys, where you don’t really see the fascination, but your kids love them anyway. This is one of those toys. Watch their little faces light up when they find these in their stocking. Happy kids on Christmas Day anyone?

17. Paw Patrol Snap – £2.99

Two of my kids are Paw Patrol Fans. And if your kids are a bit young to handle a game of Rummy, this is a great option. Snap is visual and easy for even three-year-olds to play! Let the Christmas games begin!

Stocking Stuffer Ideas For Women

1. Ferrero Rocher – 200g – £3.50

All because the lady loves…chocolate balls! I love Ferrero Rocher. The only thing I don’t like about them is that they also sell small packets. Why in the world??? I don’t want a small 75g taster of Ferrero Rocher. I want a curl-up-on-the-sofa-with-a-chick-flick box of chocolately moreishness, please! And these lovely golden nuggets are a bargain if you’re an Amazon Prime member because you can get it in the Amazon Pantry.

2. Rose Gold Pen – £5

Women like stationery more than they care to admit! (At least I do!) And this gorgeous rose gold pen from Paperchase makes a great little stocking stuffer. Check out their huge variety of pens here.

3. You Da Balm Lipbalm – £5

I saw this and absolutely loved it! For the lady in your life, this does two things: 1) says how much she means to you and 2) gives her soft kissable lips. Now if this isn’t perfect for under the mistletoe, I don’t know what is!

4. Maybelline Super Slay Nails – £5.81

This cute nail kit is for #bossgirls only. Perfect for pampering any woman who likes to add a little ‘wow’ in her every day. Red is classic and goes with almost any outfit.

 

5. Cath Kidston Hand Cream Trio – £6.50

Cath Kidston is a great place to shop for gifts. It’s full of British charm and feminine florals. And what woman doesn’t like to have soft hands? This one’s a great stocking stuffer!

 

6. Real Techniques Makeup Brush – £8

Since we’re on the topic of phones, I think these warm ladies gloves are perfect for Christmas. Having touchscreen gloves is a must these days. And these have had great reviews! What’s more, they also come in black.

7. Wonder Woman Cosmetic Purse – £6.50

What hardworking mother doesn’t feel like Wonder Woman most days? Let her know how amazing she is with this pretty cosmetic bag. If you want to make it extra special, fill it with her own Wonder Woman kit – her favourite cosmetics!

8. Bottlebottle 700ml Infuser Water Bottle – £11

This gift is so nice, you might want to keep it under the tree. Whether the lady you’re giving this to is a fitness fan or not, she’ll appreciate the fruit infusions she can now mix with her water! These gorgeous bottles come in several colours, so choose her favourite!

9. Perfume Atomiser (3 pack) – £6.59

These handy perfume bottles are small enough to fit into your clutch. Making them great for a night out. They come in a set of three meaning that you can gift them to a couple lucky friends or relatives too! What a bargain!

 

10. Matilda Myers Notebook – £7.49

These notebooks are absolutely gorgeous! I’m a stationery addict, so take my word that a girl will consider herself very lucky indeed to find one of these beauties in her stocking! They come in a range of colours and are brilliant for noting down those genius ideas!

 

11. The Body Shop Mini Hairbrush – £4

This little hairbrush is a fantastic stocking filler for the girl who likes to gym, swim or just look put together when she’s out and about. Made from Eco-friendly bamboo, it’s the perfect size for her handbag which means she’ll look great wherever she goes!

 

Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Men

1. Guardians of The Galaxy Soundtrack – £5.99

My husband and I are fans of The Guardians of The Galaxy films. And the soundtracks are great. Top-notch music for a top-notch guy. This will definitely make the Christmas of any music lover. Next up, dancing lessons!

2. Keyring LED Torch – £7.50

This is a super handy torch to have. It’s quite powerful and will come in extra handy on those dark winter nights, or at any time of year!

3. Toblerone 360g – £4.50

I don’t know a Christmas that isn’t complete without a block of Toblerone. Could it be the snow-capped mountain ranges? Or the nutty nougat? This is something a man could sink his teeth into!

4. Green Blade Gardening Gloves – £2.50

If the guy in your life is a garden lover, then he’ll appreciate these! I know for myself that my gardening gloves always seem to be disappearing. Kinda like socks…

5. Victorinox Swiss Army Knife – £10.88

If Indiana Jones and Bruce Willis had a product baby – this would be it! For all boy scouts and adventure lovers, what could be better than a multi-function pocket knife? And Victorinox is a tried, tested and loved brand that makes quality products. A perfect stocking filler!

6. Moleskine Pocket Notebook – £8.97

I have a friend who swears by his Moleskine notebook. He doesn’t go anywhere without it! Moleskine have been in the business of making quality notebooks since 1997. Now, that may not be that long, but considering how quickly they’ve shot into international fame and stayed there, there’s a good reason they’re at the top. Moleskine – not just for Christmas.

 

7. IQ Fit Game – £9.99

If the guy in your life likes to fix things or put things together, then I’m sure he’ll love this! It’s an addictive puzzle with over 100 levels to challenge and sharpen the mind. Perfect for whilst you’re waiting for the Christmas turkey to roast!

 

8. Office Shine Sponge – £2.50

I bought one of these when I purchased some boots from Office last year. And this small shining kit is really handy. It contains a sponge that’s lubricated with a special oil. So you won’t need to buff your shoes with a brush. Just rub it on and watch it shine! And although the sponge had oil in it, it never leaked. So this is perfect for a briefcase or to keep at the office and ensure your shoes always look top notch.

9. Parker Pen with Gold Trim – £14.50

He’ll feel like a boss with this pen. I love the fact that it has an elegant gold trim. It’s a Parker pen, which means quality – but at a really affordable price. Perfect stocking filler kudos all around!

10. The Body Shop Activist Shower Gel – £6.50

This is a great stocking stuffer for men. The Activist range from The Body Shop has an appealing scent that’ll leave your beau clean, fresh and ready to conquer his day. Definitely a must-buy for any guy’s Christmas stocking this year.

 

11. Mpow Running Armband – £6.89

I prefer working out at the park than at the gym. And if your guy does too, then he’ll really want one of these! It’s a phone holder that also has a little pocket for your front door key. So you can really enjoy going for a run without holding anything or feeling that annoying jingle of keys on your leg. The more enjoyable your workout, the more you’ll do it. And using an armband means that you can listen to your workout music and feel completely free and lightweight at the same time. Christmas stocking sorted!

 

So there you have it! A lovely list of great stocking stuffer ideas. I can’t believe that most of these are under £10 and some are even under £5!!

Look at all those bargains. Grab them quick before they go and to make sure they get delivered on time!!

 

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