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1. A Nee Doh squishy fidget cat makes a perfect stocking gift-turned-desk companion for anyone on your list. With Nee Doh being all the rage right now, you can bring a trendy squishy ball of joy to someone for less than the cost of your morning coffee.
Promising review: "I initially bought this as a stress ball for myself, but my grandson saw it and absolutely loved it. He’s only 2 years old! I ended up giving it to him and bought another one for myself. The bright colors are great for adults too. It’s easy to clean, and I enjoy squeezing it when I feel stressed." —cathy
Price: $3.44 (was $3.99)
2. A Lindt milk chocolate Santa because after receiving their stocking surprises, they’ll need some premium chocolate to keep their excitement going strong.
Promising review: "I was nervous they might arrive broken, but my concerns were unfounded. The packaging was excellent. I bought these as gifts." —Joyce
Price: $4.97
3. A floral spiral journal that’s ideal for organizing their thoughts and plans for the upcoming year in the most charming, flower-filled way possible.
Promising reviews: "This journal is fantastic. I love its size—just the right fit, not too small, not too large. It also comes with sticker sheets and a Velcro tab/pocket. It's now my go-to journal." —Jillian
"Seems like a great journal. I bought it as a gift and would buy it again." —Angela
Price: $5.97
4. A set of four erasable Pilot FriXion pastel highlighters for the readers, planners, students, and anyone who loves a good highlighter *and* the ability to easily erase mistakes. These highlighters work wonders, and once they try them, they’ll never want to be without them—so make sure to add them to next year’s stocking as well!
Promising reviews: "These pastel highlighters work great. The text remains clear under all the colors. I wasn’t sure how well they would erase from uncoated paper, but they do a fantastic job!" —LyZzr
"They erase very easily. The colors aren’t bright enough to fully cover text, but I still recommend them." —An
Price: $5.22
5. A portable Kanoodle 3D brain teaser game featuring 200 puzzles designed to keep kids aged 7–10 engaged in hours of brain-teasing fun. The best part? It folds neatly into a compact carrying case, making it a perfect stocking stuffer (and easy to take on the go) gift!
Promising review: "I should’ve bought two! My kids love solving these puzzles. It’s perfect both at home and on the go!" —Girlmom
Price: $9.97
6. An Elphaba Squishmallow for those who can’t stop belting out "Defying Gravity" and need a fun companion to join in the magic.
Promising reviews: "Squishmallows never disappoint. Worth every penny of the $15. The braided hair detail that mirrors Cynthia Erivo was a nice touch. The design is outstanding, it's made with great quality, and it's going to be an amazing addition to my collection!" —RMF382
"This was a gift for my 7-year-old daughter. The Squishmallow is soft, with shimmering accents. It was an instant hit!" —Meredith
Price: $14.97
7. Or a Glinda Squishmallow, because pink just pairs so perfectly with green. This will make their stocking a total hit, too.
Customer Reviews: "Squishmallows has done it again. This plush is absolutely worth the $15. I adore the intricate detail of Ariana's Glinda bubble dress. The design is fantastic, and the construction is superb, making it a perfect addition to my collection!" —RMF382
"This is an ideal gift for any Ariana or Wicked fan. It's irresistibly cute, soft, and cuddly. I definitely recommend buying it—you won’t regret it. You'll definitely be the center of attention with this, lol." —emi
Price: $33.99
8. Check out Tree Hut's Peppermint Pearl Shea Sugar Scrub, known for its exfoliating magic and packaging so charming, it will make them wish winter would last forever.
Customer Review: "It's unfortunate this is only available for the season! I'm a huge fan of peppermint, and this scent is so delightful! It smells almost too good, I keep craving candy canes! It works wonderfully as a scrub, and the oil leaves a subtle yet noticeable fragrance that perfectly complements my perfume. I'm trying to stretch it out, but I wish it was available all year round!" —Cathryn
Price: $8.94
9. Get a two-pack of Burt's Bees Classic Beeswax Lip Balm to keep their lips soft and smooth and make sure their stocking isn't sagging from lack of great gifts.
Customer Review: "I initially bought this as a gift, but I can personally vouch for how great this chapstick is (pun intended). I’ve been a fan of Burt's Bees for years, using their products for myself and my kids. Definitely recommend it." —Bolin
Price: $5.97
10. A set of eight travel-size bottles, designed for the frequent traveler who can never get enough of travel-sized products. Now they can carry their essentials in true style.
Customer Review: "I recently flew across the country to visit family, and needed to carry some essentials with me on the plane. These were perfect! The size was just right, they came with labels, and they were super cute too!" —shiloh
Price: $12.99 (originally $19.99)
11. A two-piece quilted makeup bag set designed to hold all the essentials, whether they’re in backpacks, purses, or tote bags. Pro tip: Fill them with mini holiday chocolates to add a little extra joy to their stocking!
Customer Review: "These bags make lovely Christmas gifts. After three months of use, they are holding up well and fit comfortably in medium-sized purses." —Martha
Price: $14.99 (originally $26.99)
12. A Taylor Swift Little Golden Book the Swiftie in your life will adore, even if they know her story all too well. Gorgeous dreamy illustrations and all the classic nostalgia of a Little Golden Book makes for one ~enchanted~ stocking pick!
Promising reviews: "Beautiful drawings and a wonderful positive story about Taylor Swift's journey to fame! Perfect for any Swiftie or young girl. Love that they had her mom included in the book. It's sooo cute." —Staci
"Very adorable Little Golden Book that is a mini biography of Taylor Swift. I bought it for my daughter to do one of her 12 Days of Swiftmas!" —Dodson1435
Price: $4.78
13. Or a Bluey Baby Race Little Golden Book Heeler fam enthusiasts of all ages will enjoy. Psst. Any Bluey-loving parent *will* cry receiving this one in particular. Trust me.
Customer Review: "My 2-year-old great-great niece adores Bluey. This is such a sweet story about Bluey, with Mom helping her grow and learn. It's short but heartwarming." —Snacker
Price: $4.78
14. A Brickcraft MTV retro cassette building kit—a must-have for music fans and fellow '90s kids! Anyone who loves vintage technology will be eager to build it for the nostalgia factor alone.
Promising review: "This product was a great value! It's nearly identical to the branded bricks. I found the instructions easy to follow and assembling it was a breeze. The colors were vivid and bright, the pieces fit together well and come apart smoothly, and I’m very happy with my purchase. I’ll definitely be buying more from this brand." —javajunkie122
Price: $4.97
15. Gift them a two-pack of metal ribbon hair clips to give them a sparkling reason to try out that new TikTok hairstyle they've been eyeing.
Promising review: "I bought these for my daughter's holiday hairstyles and they're absolutely adorable. They would also make a great gift." —Nicole
Price: $5.97
16. A cotton twill baseball cap to help them wave goodbye to bad hair days and welcome cute hat days all year long.
Promising review: "The hat fits great, like a quality baseball cap. The material is very soft. It has a metal adjustable strap in the back that's easy to move. Will get more!" —Whitney
Price: $5.97 (available in five colors)
17. Or a three-pack of cuffed knit beanies you can spread across three different stockings or spoil that one always-cold person with a smorgasbord of warm head covering options.
Promising review: "A perfectly snug and warm hat, not too tight, with the option to wear it as a slouchy beanie or roll it up for a more fitted look." —Walmart Customer
Price: $12.95 (originally $19.95, available in 15 different colors)
18. A telescoping back scratcher because there's something truly satisfying about extending poles, especially when they're a cute pink color and designed to reach that one itch that always seems out of reach.
Promising reviews: "I bought this for a colleague. She loves it and uses it daily." —Alana
"This back scratcher exceeded my expectations! It’s the same pink color as shown in the picture. The quality is far better than my old one." —tenzin
Price: $1.50
19. A crossbody travel bag that allows them to channel the style of the trendiest kids, all for a stocking stuffer-friendly price.
Customer praise: "This compact bag offers ample space. Great style for the price. I love the pocket that fits against your body, plus the bigger one for all my essentials. I've been wearing it daily!!!!" —Neesie
"I often try to cram everything into my pockets, but they’re too small, this bag is the perfect solution if you don’t want to carry a purse on nights out." —Alexandra
Cost: $10.84 (available in three colors)
20. A jar of the beloved E.l.f. cleansing balm, a perfect gift for anyone who hasn’t tried it yet or for those who are running low and would appreciate a fresh supply of their favorite product.
Glowing review: "I am in love with this product! As someone who wears a full face of makeup every day, this makeup-melting cleansing balm removes it effortlessly! My skin feels soft, hydrated, and not greasy. It also doesn’t leave a gross film behind, which is something I truly appreciate. It even removes lash glue with ease!" —Lexis
Cost: $11
21. A bottle of Dr. Teal's sleep spray is the perfect gift for that nap enthusiast who's always refining their sleep environment. This spray smells amazing and, thanks to a mix of lavender, chamomile, and melatonin, it *might* just help them unwind a bit more peacefully before hitting the pillow.
Learn more about the short-term use of melatonin and insomnia at Mayo Clinic.
Customer review: "The scent is amazing, I use this every night." —Glo
Price: $5.87
A set of six cozy crew socks, because real adulthood means realizing that socks make the perfect gift. These socks are soft, adorable, and affordable, allowing you to grab all your favorite colors without blowing your holiday budget.
A set of six gold-tone stretchy bracelets, perfect for those who are drawn to shiny accessories and enjoy adding to their jewelry collection. Even crow-like humans can appreciate these stocking stuffers.
A Mini Brands book capsule that readers will love, not only for the excitement of unveiling the mystery capsule, but also because it contains actual readable pages. As an avid reader, I’m definitely putting one in *my* stocking.
And last but not least, a classic tub of Play-Doh. No matter your age, there’s something endlessly satisfying about shaping little snowmen and squishing them flat on the table.
