The holidays will always be, as long as we stand heart to heart and hand in hand” Dr. Seuss
Below please find our stocking suggestions for 2023. We hope they are helpful!
Look for 2023 Holiday Gifts article on Wednesday, 11/29/23
For kids:
The German Christmas Shop has the cutest felt holiday decorations. The Forest Animals set above is $69.00. Other sets are sold by individual pieces.
These Coloring Socks are fun for kids to do. The kit comes with 4 permanent fabric markers and one pair of ankle socks. The socks fit a child size 5+. They are unisex, 100% polyester and one size fits most kids. There are 24 designs to choose from. $9.99.
This store sells fun plastic hair clips and claws. There is an enormous inventory – pets, sea creatures, shells, birds and more. $9.99 – $24.99.
I love the Plush Ball Jellies by Streamlined Imagined. When you squeeze them their tummy pops out and kids erupt in giggle fits. Good for ages 5+. $20.00.
These adorable sheep soaps from Austria come in eight scents. Each sheep is $10.
Teach kids navigation skills early with this toy. It is recommended for ages 3 – 7. $15.00.
These holiday PEZ dispensers will be a hit with your junior elves. $29.99 for pack of 12.
Jellycat sells original soft toys in London. They are made from luxurious fabrics and the toy designs are adorably cute and quirky like Cordy Roy Baby Fox. $25.00.
For the chef:
Wrap foods in fragrant pliable cedarwood and alderwood sheets before grilling or baking for extra smoky flavor.
Flavor Infusing Grilling Wraps. $10 for 8
This powerful handheld lightweight mini milk frother has many uses, but I use mine to froth my espresso milk every morning. $6.49-$11.99 depending on color.
Onino Crispy Chili Crisp is a smoky, crunchy, nutty condiment that has lots of flavor, a little heat, and texture. It goes well with pasta, rice, eggs, avocado, anything that can use a little pick-me-up. An 8 oz. jar is $20.00.
La Martinique True French Dressing can be difficult to find, so I was very happy to discover it at Walmart. I love a simple French vinaigrette and don’t want to take the time to make it myself. $25.57 for six 10 oz. bottles.
This is a juicer that is easy to use and folds completely flat when stored in your kitchen drawer. It has a built-in juice strainer and is 10” long. $16.95.
For Her:
Officine Universelle Buly’s super soothing formula of shea butter, castor oil and vitamin E lip balm. It moisturizes, repairs and protects. The case comes in nine colors and can be personalized. €33.33.
This handheld fan collapses into a 1” D x 3” W x 5.12” size that will fit into a pocket or clutch, and it can be covered in rhinestones. It is battery operated and rechargeable. It comes in plain white with a sticker sheet of the rhinestones. Cut to correct shape, remove adhesive and apply. Choose pink, silver, or black rhinestones when you order. It’s very glam! $20.99.
Women’s Vertical Verve Striped Socks are made from a breathable cotton blend with a reinforced heel and toe. They are very soft and come in 6 colors. $9.99 a pair.
For Him or Her:
Excellent, slim, ribbed socks from Uniqlo for men. Colorful 50 Socks. $14.90 for four pair. 50 colors.
Lakrids by Bulow are a taste sensation that licorice lovers will adore. The ‘Original’ are chocolate coated round balls with a licorice center that debuted in 2009. What my friend sent me was a limited edition called ‘Salty Caramel’ which is a crisp layer of salty caramel around a piece of licorice. So delicious!
The Original – $29.99 for 10.4 oz.
Classic ‘Salty’ Caramel – $21.99 for 10.41 oz
For stocking presents for someone who has everything, consider small fancy tins of seafood. They are delicious, indulgent, and highbrow. This sampler pack of 10 gives you plenty for stocking stuffing and maybe a few left over for yourself. $64.99.
If you’d rather buy single tins, try Ramon Pena Mussels in Pickled Sauce for $19.39 each.
We learned about these metal travel pill cases from ASE reader George H. He was using the plastic cases, but the way luggage is treated these days by the airlines, he’d open his suitcase upon arrival and find his various vitamins and pills strewn all over the inside of his bag. He loves these heavier, solid cases, and they can be personalized. There are 13 colors to choose from. The Weekly Pill Case is $94.00. https://ikigaicases.com/
This is a Swiss nail clipper made from durable stainless steel. It is a 2.3” L red unisex nail clipper, fits in the palm of one hand, and is very sharp. $17.00.
These 12 assorted sizes of nylon mesh bags with a zipper top have many uses – cosmetics, jewelry, pen and pencil cases, art supplies. They are made from a durable nylon mesh that is flexible, tearproof, see-through and lightweight. The three sizes are 13” x 9.4”, 10” x 7”, 9” x 4.5”. There are fifteen color choices. $16.99.
These bandages allow you to match to your skin tone so you don’t announce your injury with a contrasting bandage. There are five shades and they are latex-free. A box of twenty pieces is $3.99.
For the home:
Laundry Detergent sheets are easy to travel with, just put a few in a baggie – they work in a sink or in a machine. They are fragrance-free. $10.62 for 32 sheets
This is an electric lighter that charges with a USB cable and is both wind and splash-proof. It is flameless and rechargeable. Use it to light the fireplace or candles on a birthday cake. It comes in six colors. $7.99.
OXO Good Grips Sweep and Swipe Laptop Cleaner is a soft brush that gets into the crevices of your keyboard. Retract the brush, flip it over and use the microfiber pad to wipe fingerprints off the screen and sticky spills off the keys. $11.99
My personal favorite scissor is the Joyce Chen Original Kitchen Scissor. I use it for everything. The handles are flexible and very comfortable. They handle heavy duty jobs as well as fine, delicate tasks. They come in red, white, blue, and yellow. $19.95 for one pair. $39.95 for two pairs.
These are called Hue Lights, and they produce a mellow and soothing ambient light. Customers report stress reduction, reduced eye strain, relaxation, and comfort. The Mushroom wall lamp comes in four colors. $14.99.
I love these small die cut calendars made in Japan. Each calendar comes with a stand. The Corgi also comes in black and white. The calendar is 6” W x 5.5” L x 1.5” D. There are other dogs, kitties, and assorted animals to choose from. $16.00.
There are many memo pad designs to choose from. They are small pads – 5” x 2.7”. $6.50
I’ll bet you will never guess what the this object is. It’s a can opener and was recently rated the BEST manual can opener on the market. Chefs have used it for years and love it. It has no moving parts, a very sharp blade, and works faster than any other model. $11.98.
Extendable Magnetic Flashlight with telescoping magnet. and LED bulb. It is lightweight with a foldable stem, and great when looking for things under the couch or bed. The magnet helps pick up items and the light extends to 22”. It is waterproof and shockproof. Good for camping, boating, roadside emergencies and for things lost in any nook and cranny in the home. $13.99.
I love fun bottle stoppers. This one is glass. $24.00.
Last year’s Stocking Stuffer article
