The idiom "good things come in small packages" rings especially true during the holiday season. There's nothing quite like the delight of discovering stockings brimming with small treats tucked under the tree or hanging from the mantel on Christmas morning.
In need of inspiration to get your holiday shopping started? We've got you covered with the best stocking stuffer ideas for all tastes and budgets.
The holiday season is always hectic. Grab a pack of these illuminating eye patches that contain hyaluronic acid to plump and green tea to depuff. (Hot tip: These can go in the fridge for a soothing, cooling effect.)
For the cocktail, Diet Coke or iced coffee enthusiast on your list, these whimsical straws are the perfect eco upgrade. Clean these easily thanks to sturdy borosilicate glass. They also come with a bendy brush for easy cleaning.
A must-have for any globetrotter on your list, this luxurious, silky soft neck pillow with matching eye mask ensures loved ones stay well rested on their travels. Not only does the eye mask block out the light, it also has anti-wrinkle benefits and calms tired eyes. The set comes packaged in a convenient bag, making it the perfect travel companion for wherever their wanderlust takes them.
This small, resealable package of all-natural cleaning wipes makes quick work of salt stains. They can be used on leather and suede boots all through winter.
This elegant wax-seal stamping kit features a floral design, bringing romance to love notes, letters and cards. It comes with the stamp, as well as five wicks of wax in soft pastel hues.
The viral Uniqlo Moon Bag now comes in a range of Christmas-friendly, jewel-toned colours, like this plummy red. It's much bigger than it looks, making it the perfect gift idea for chronic purse over-packers.
With two sets of earrings and two mix-and-match charm options this limited-edition box by Toronto-based jewellery designer Jenny Bird lets them experiment with fashion. We love the dangly puffy hearts and squiggly links.
Stock their bathroom with this revitalizing ginger-scented soap by Vancouver-based brand Musoap. Created to care for eczema-prone skin, each bar features natural ingredients and comes wrapped in zero-waste packaging.
A festive twist on the brand's bestselling sugar body scrub, this iteration features the same great texture but smells exactly like a creamy cup of hot cocoa.
Looking for the perfect extra to go along with their favourite candle? This playful brass snuffer will do the trick. You can also throw in a book of matches from a hotel or restaurant that's meaningful to them for a truly personal touch.
Sure, everyone already has dozens of reusable bags. But we promise they'll never forget this chic metallic one at home. It folds into a tiny square and comes with a matching pouch so it's easy to throw in a handbag.
Help kickstart their morning with this collapsible travel mug that features a built-in sleeve for hot drinks. If coffee is not their thing, it also comes with a straw wide enough to sip on even the thickest smoothie.
Wrapped in illustrations by artist Meghan Hildebrand, these Yukon-made soaps celebrate iconic Canadian locations. They're sold as a set of three for extra impact.
Created by Tangle Teezer—a brand known for its ultra-gentle hair brush—this de-shedding dog brush is the perfect addition to a pet or pet parent's stocking. Cat people need not worry—there's a version for Kitty, too.
Give them what they truly want—socks. These cotton socks by Toronto-based label OkayOk come in a rainbow of colours. They're cozy but still cute enough to wear every day, so they don't look out of place paired with either slippers or loafers.
What's a Christmas morning stocking without chocolate? This survival kit contains all the sweet treats needed to get through the festive season, including the brand's signature nutty Hedgehogs.
This handy aromatherapy set has everything they need to relax, slow down and unwind, including roll-on and inhaler versions of Saje's popular Stress Release remedy and a massage ring to stimulate reflex points.
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