Delicious food, twinkling lights, and a big, beautifully decorated tree with perfectly wrapped presents underneath – these are some of the best things about Christmas. Another fun part of this time of year is hanging your stockings up on Christmas Eve, especially when the kids are excited about the annual visit from Santa! Waking up in the morning and having some extra little treats in a Christmas stocking can be the perfect way to start the day, as acts as a great precursor to opening your other gifts. If you are responsible for filling stockings this year, here are some great ideas for Christmas stocking fillers that will always be well-received.
1. Chocolates
Sweet treats are always well received, and chocolates make excellent stocking fillers! There is always a range of chocolate selection boxes on sale at this time of year, so finding some that are the perfect size for stockings (big or small!) shouldn’t be too hard. If you want to add a touch of luxury to this little gift, consider getting something special like these holiday chocolate gifts.
2. Miniature Wine or Liquor Bottles
These are great for adult stocking fillers, and if your special someone has a taste for fine wines, gins, or other alcoholic beverages, then getting some miniature bottles to add to their collection could be a great idea. Just make sure the bottles are packed sensibly into the stocking to avoid breaks and spills! Read more about Fun Christmas Celebration Ideas For Grandpa.
3. Beauty Products
Christmas is the perfect time to pamper yourself, and having a few special bath salts, soaks, perfumes, or even a luxurious face mask can all be welcome gifts at this time of year. If you think that the person who’s stocking your filling deserves a little bit of R&R, slipping these treats into their stocking is the best way to help make that happen for them. They could even enjoy a relaxing soak in the tub while you’re preparing the Christmas dinner.
4. Novelty Games
It’s always fun to play some games during the day at Christmas to avoid vegging out in front of the TV and to pass the time before your dinner. Novelty games can be great for both adults and children, and there are plenty of compact versions of classics that you can get to fit into your stockings.
5. Books
If you have some bookworms in your family, then these will make wonderful gifts. Whether it’s the latest book in their favorite fantasy series, a popular thriller, a romance novel, or a fascinating non-fiction title, there will always be something out there in the literature world to suit their tastes.
6. Socks, Scarves, and other Accessories
Socks might seem like a boring Christmas gift, but they are useful, especially during the winter months when your feet are feeling frosty! Other clothing accessories like scarves, hats, gloves, belts, or even jewelry items are also perfect for stockings and make lovely treats for someone who has a great sense of style.
If you are in charge of filling stockings this festive season, use this list as inspiration to make sure everyone has a smile on their face on Christmas morning!
