theelfqueen Posted October 17, 2021 Share Posted October 17, 2021 (edited) For my parents. A few years ago I started giving them stockings every year. I need to get them done early this year. So I have some of my moms favorite nailpolish... Zoya Polish Quad Nail Polish https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B0759LZ9JM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apan_glt_fabc_FXNDJ2B3HES5XXHX9B20?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 ZOYA Fast Drying Drops Top Nail Coat https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00EDDAML2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apan_glt_fabc_82HX5A4WAXNZ52K5GW8Z?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 And this gadget for my dad who loves gadgets... Christmas Stocking Stuffers Gifts for Men - Telescoping Magnetic Pickup Tool Gifts Idea for Dad Women Husband Boyfriend Him, Cool Stuff Birthday Anniversary Gadget Tool, Mechanic Magnet Tool for Car https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B08CZ7DCHY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apan_glt_fabc_F3VJ5Z46EZD336QEM4JN?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 They don't drink and Mom is diabetic so ...nothing in that vein. Edited October 17, 2021 by theelfqueen 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MercyA Posted October 17, 2021 Share Posted October 17, 2021 Fancy or handmade notecards Bookmarks Fun socks 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted October 17, 2021 Share Posted October 17, 2021 Postage stamps Slipper socks Hand sanitizer Keychains 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted October 17, 2021 Share Posted October 17, 2021 A magazine for each that you think might appeal. Regards, Kareni 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbutton Posted October 17, 2021 Share Posted October 17, 2021 Card game or deck of cards Knitted or crocheted dishcloth/washcloth Coffee or tea Sugarless gum or mints (we like Spry) Nice pen Grocery list tablet that has a magnet for the fridge (or other stationary items) Nuts or snack mix 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassia Posted October 17, 2021 Share Posted October 17, 2021 I only shop for MIL now but these are common ones: healthy snacks chocolate/candy she likes lip balm hand lotion slipper socks with the grips on the bottom regular socks hand sanitizer gift cards for local food places like Bob Evans or McDonalds (she likes to pick up McDonalds for breakfast after church) foot lotion or face moisturizer bar soap for shower her favorite kitchen soap (bath and body works foaming) word search book 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bambam Posted October 17, 2021 Share Posted October 17, 2021 We picked up a fidget toy - one that has reversible bubbles that you can pop out (not sure what to call it). It's just fun. Silly putty. It is fun. Do they like puzzle books? Nuts - mixed, almonds, etc. Hot chocolate mix? (Is that okay for diabetics?) Small container of hand lotion 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73349 Posted October 17, 2021 Share Posted October 17, 2021 Would your mom like bath bombs from Lush (or similar)? Does your dad need a pair of wool socks for winter? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassia Posted October 17, 2021 Share Posted October 17, 2021 When my FIL was alive, we'd get him things like diabetic socks sugar-free candy (he liked Russell Stover chocolate mints the best) body wash and poof some kind of skin moisturizer chapstick Oh, my MIL likes those little packets of tissues for her purse, too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CindyH in NC Posted October 17, 2021 Share Posted October 17, 2021 Thank you for this thread! We also do stockings for my parents and sister, and it gets harder every year to find fun things that they will also use / eat, etc. I added the gadget to my Amazon cart for my dad. Many of the ideas from previous posters are ones that have worked for us, too. Some ideas we've used that might work: gloves (nice ones and those little cheap stretch ones that can be kept in a purse or pocket.) magnets for the fridge ( especially fun if you can get some made with family/grandchildren photos ) small paperbacks (romance, western, etc) nail files, nail clippers, tweezers, etc. those face sheet masks (also hand and feet masks for exfoliation or dryness) key chains, any crafty things the grandchildren may make or turn their art work/photographs into magnets or small prints - this works for grown or nearly grown grandchildren in our experience, too. My daughters made fun little ornaments and handmade stockings for everyone as teenagers which the grandparents enjoyed. I'm watching for more ideas myself. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucy the Valiant Posted October 17, 2021 Share Posted October 17, 2021 new hand towels printed out photos (for bookmarks or magnets) Puzzle New sharp knife Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vasha Posted October 18, 2021 Share Posted October 18, 2021 fancy pens/pencils scratch off lottery tickets post-it notes gift cards for small amounts 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emba Posted October 18, 2021 Share Posted October 18, 2021 Glass nail file (I have one, I love it) gel nail strips ( there are some fun designs, might be fun if she likes polish) Knipex pliers in pocket size 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
history-fan Posted October 18, 2021 Share Posted October 18, 2021 Purse magnet tile mate portable collapsible metal straw vaccine case if need to carry proof smart watch stand Himalayan salt night light smart light bulbs white or colored under cabinet lights gear ties cord organizers universal dust cleaner Universal socket mini mag flashlight extra long charger cords lock laces screen cleaning pads clean peeps eyeglass cleaning tool phone charger for car phone charger pack/card echo dot wallet card holder to attach to phone Flash drives nice stylus/iPad pen I need to remember this list. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murphy101 Posted October 18, 2021 Share Posted October 18, 2021 Panera membership lotion bars in manly scents (older men often have very dry hands too) over the ear wireless headset Linen freshening pillow spray (maybe scents to help relax for bedtime?) pocket sized hot water bottles crochet or knit cup cozies 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spryte Posted October 18, 2021 Share Posted October 18, 2021 Great lists! I like to put in a travel coffee cup (you can put a Starbucks card inside, if you want) or a nice water bottle to carry. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth S Posted October 18, 2021 Share Posted October 18, 2021 I tend to just shop at the Dollar Store for stocking stuffers. But I'm not a very creative gifter! With our kids, we use a Pringles can to make the stocking stand up straight when filled. Water bottle or Travel Coffee Cup does the same thing---I love these suggestions! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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