Buying Christmas gifts for our loved ones can be fun and heartwarming, but it’s easy to run out of ideas. If you are buying for a family member you only see once a year, it can be especially hard to come up with something they would like. Or, maybe you just don’t have a lot of extra cash to spend. If you need great gift ideas that are both easy and cost-effective, stocking stuffers are the perfect solution.
One of the best ways to stuff stockings is to buy small items in bulk and spread them out between stockings. These items should be simple and commonly liked by everyone on your stocking list. Gum, mints, chapstick, hand sanitizer, candy, and pens are great starter ideas. If you would like to go a step further and make each stocking a little more personal, these 12 fun and easy stocking stuffer ideas will do the trick.
12 Fun & Easy Stocking Stuffer Ideas
- Gift Cards
Gift cards aren’t known for being very personal, but they certainly can be. Try finding out someone’s favorite restaurant, coffee shop, or bakery. Or get more adventurous by find out something they have always wanted to do like horseback riding, skydiving, or a spa weekend.
If your gift recipient loves home-cooked meals that are easy to prepare, Acres & Oak Kitchen is offering a gift card bundle, where you can purchase 10 or more $25 gift cards for just $20 each!
2. Baked Goods
Baked goods are deliciously satisfying for anyone who loves a sweet treat. Bakeries are especially busy around the holidays, so if you place a custom order, be sure to plan ahead. Otherwise, you can find a variety of pre-made desserts and pastries that are sure to please. If you buy a bulk order, you can individually wrap each serving in a festive package to go into your stockings.
At Acres & Oak Kitchen, you will find delicious goods like lemon bars, salted caramel chocolate chip cookies, brownies, and our well-loved wedding cookies. We also offer five flavors of mini pound cakes, including sour cream, caramel, turtle drizzle, chocolate, and lemon. Check out our online menu for more tasty options!
3. Coffee/Tea
If someone you know is a big fan of coffee or tea, pick out a special brand for them to try. Make sure you know whether they use a keurig, drip coffee maker, or other brewing device. Giving them a collection of your favorite beans can be a thoughtful gift that may help them find a new favorite morning routine as well!
4. Bottle opener
Everyone has probably dropped their electronic devices once or twice, and it is common for smartphone and tablet owners to have protective cases. The cool thing about this practical gift is that the case design can be as personalized as you want it to be. They can even switch through a few different cases depending on the occasion!
5. Phone/tablet case
Everyone has probably dropped their electronic devices once or twice, and it is common for smartphone and tablet owners to have protective cases. The cool thing about this practical gift is that the case design can be as personalized as you want it to be. They can even switch through a few different cases depending on the occasion!
6. Bath bombs or soap
Bath bombs are compact mixtures of soothing oils, fragrances, and colors that fizz and dissolve when they hit your bath water. These are inexpensive, easy to find, and make great additions to a relaxing night of self-care. For your friends who prefer a shower, natural and handmade soaps are another thoughtful option that will make their daily routine feel luxurious.
7. Books
For avid readers, there is nothing quite like the excitement of starting a new book. If you don’t know where to start, find out the reader’s favorite genre or author. You may even want to do some snooping and find out if they have had their eye on a particular new book.
8. Savory Snacks
For your friends who love to snack on crackers and chips before a meal or throughout the day, you can give the gift of savory snacks you know they will love. Acres & Oak Kitchen has some fantastic options, like our signature cheese straws or cheese wafers.
9. Appetizer Dips
If you are going to gift savory snacks, you can’t forget a tasty dip to go with them. Acres & Oak Kitchen offers several versions of the classics like pimento cheese, spinach dip, chicken salad, buffalo chicken dip and more.
10. Coasters
Another customizable stocking stuffer idea that is both practical and aesthetically pleasing is coasters. Pick a style that matches your friend’s decor or order a set with name engravings.
11. Pot Holders
For those who love spending time in the kitchen, pot holders are constantly getting worn down, stained, or misplaced. Try picking out a festive holiday set, or choose a fun style and theme that you know your gift recipient will love.
12. Puzzle books
From crosswords to Sudoku to word search and more, puzzle books are classic forms of entertainment that have been around for years. This gift is best for someone who isn’t technologically savvy and prefers the old fashioned pencil and paper puzzles.
Summary
Gift-giving shouldn’t be difficult, and it doesn’t have to break the bank. Thoughtful gifts are often better than expensive ones, and hopefully these fun stocking stuffer ideas gave you some inspiration.
If you know someone who loves delicious meals, appetizers, snacks and baked goods, Acres & Oak Kitchen might have the gift idea you were looking for. Visit one of our store locations in Macon, Perry, or Tifton, GA, or go to our website at acresandoakkitchen.com!
