cute felt diy stocking from Nestle
One of my very favoritest (is that a word?) gifts to give is stocking stuffers. I just love pouring out a big stocking and letting all the stuff fall on the floor. When I was little Mama and Daddy always put an apple and an orange in our stocking. It always reminded me of Laura Ingalls. Except I don’t think she actually got an orange for Christmas. I think she got a penny. Anywhoo.
I usually fill the kids stockings up with little things—crafty kits from Michael’s, funny pencils and yes, candy. But this year I want to do themed stockings. For Lydia I want to do ballet. There is the cutest ballet store near us and it was overflowing with adorable ballet stuff–ornaments, leg warmers, books, wrap around sweaters, t-shirts and tutus.
For Asa? I’m thinking cars. Wouldn’t it be fun to fill the whole stocking up with different kinds of cars? Matchbox cars, Disney’s Cars, wooden cars, those cute little people cars and oh-my-goodness-how-much-would-he-love-these Buzz & Woody cars?!
For my husband, it’s a little harder. We’re not giving gifts to each other this year. It’s just pointless. We don’t need anything. And I’d rather spend our money on blue plastic. But I would like him to have something fun to open on Christmas. Maybe I could do a TV theme. Right now we’re watching the first season of The Big Bang Theory(Oh, how I love Sheldon Cooper! I think we watched 4 episodes in a row last night). Oh! Maybe I could do a Big Bang Theory themed stocking!
OK. So it’s a little weird. And totally UN-Christmasy. But you have to admit that would be kind of fun!
{Also, I would be remiss to not link to my sisterchick Jessie and her post about Stocking Stuffers that give more! My kinda gifts!}
Tawnya Sather says
I would like anything chocolate!!!
Laree @ Ever Heard of Euless says
Gift cards. Always gift cards. That way I could get pants that actually fit (from like target or kohls), some fun new stuff for the house (same), or paint and tools (home depot.)
Joanne says
I’d like a new toothbrush in my stocking. I know, not really fun, but definitely needed.
Betsy Hoff says
The new Norah Jones CD would be fabulous to get in my stocking!
Joyce Mlinek says
I would like to see gift cards from Walmart, Target, Kohls and lots of chocolate in my stocking.
Kim D. says
I would like to find gift cards from Target, TJ Maxx or Marshalls would be nice.
Natalie U. says
some diamond earrings would be nice, but thats big wishing!
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Heidi McMahon says
I would love to find some scratch off lottery tickets. I think they are so fun I just never want to spend the money on them. : )
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Dani says
I’d like beauty products. contestd(at)hotmaildotcom
Katie Walker says
I always love receiving lots and lots of chocolate in my stocking!!!
Amanda says
I would LOVE to see lots of county music CDs and iTunes gift cards in my stocking!
sherri crawford says
a hastings giftcard because i love books and chocolate because its chocolate
Kelsey says
I LOVE the Big Bang Theory stocking idea. That would be perfect for my husband…or me! In my stocking, I’d want some fair trade chocolate and Christmas CDs (or an iTunes card). Maybe some Mannheim Steamroller?
Callie says
I’m hoping for an engagement ring for christmas. There have been hints to expect it. Now I’m holding my breath and don’t want anything else.
oh amanda says
oooh! How sweet! Do you know “Christmas Kiss” by Erin O’Donnell? It will be your new fave song…
http://new.music.yahoo.com/erin-odonnell/tracks/christmas-kiss–8655450
Barbara M says
I’d love to get some scrapbooking things in my stocking – I’m running low.
Thank you.
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Nancy says
I’d love to see some chocolate in my stocking. Can Santa make those calories disappear also? LOL!
Darby says
I love in my stocking anything chocolate and my favorite makeup and lotions and potions! That and gift cards for guilt free shopping after Christmas! 🙂
Bonnie P says
I would like to see a stocking full of lotions and bath products
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carol says
A book to read during the winter
G Bailey says
A signed blank check (snicker, snicker)
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Shane R. says
I would love to see some new gloves!
Erin says
I would like to see lots and lots of candy in my stocking — I’m easy to please!
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Sheila K. says
I would love to see a manicure set in my stocking … and some nice chocolate!
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lisa kay says
I would like a ticket to some place warm in my stocking!
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Cheryl says
I’d love it mine was filled with homemade gifts 😀 so adorable and meaningful
telitha says
i would love to see some fuzzy socks in my stocking… and of course chocolate!!
Erinn says
A Gift card to Jamba Juice! Yummmmy!
melissa says
Can’t remember the last time I got a stocking. Sooo just actually getting a stocking with ANYTHING in it would be a treat but if it had a gift cert for a mani/pedi that would be even better.
Veronica L. says
I would love to see some candy canes plus an ipod would be great but not counting on that one. Chocolate would be great also 🙂