Eep! We are only a few days away from Christmas! When Andy and I wrapped gifts last weekend, I realized I had one full, fun stocking for the 11 year old, andddddd not much for the teen.
I’ve noticed this year that shopping online (with a heavy focus on local) has been great, and made me more conscious as a consumer, but it means I haven’t been picking up little stocking stuffers along the way like I usually do.
I find stockings so easy and fun. Because sometimes there’s practical items (like socks, or hair elastics) and other times something silly (like a magic trick or pop culture reference).
I regrouped and was able to pick up the rest of my teen’s stocking via curbside thanks to some easy and practical items like a phone charger, and my mom grabbed a dice game from Tag Along Toys when she was there last week.
Here are some last minute stocking stuff shopping ideas for you if you find you are in the same situation!
a) Visit Tag Along Toys (in store or curb side)
I love curb side pick up and Tag Along Toys continues to offer it, along with in store shopping. There are games that can fit into stockings, mini craft kits, nail polish, small toys, art supplies and more (Browse their website for their selection). You can also visit in person to see their entire selection.
Not sure where to start?
For older kids, grab Left, Centre, Right – a game the entire family can play, Suncoat nail polish or an invisible ink activity book.
For younger kiddos, check out the Hape pull along toys, or maybe a small puzzle! I think a stuffie is always a nice topper for a stocking (I actually don’t have one this year for the kids!!!)
b) Add it to your grocery order
I ended up getting my wrapping paper from one of my grocery orders. But you can add stocking chocolates and even small toys (depending on where you order from) as well. Batteries, hair products, personal care products can all come in handy and be tucked in the stocking! It’s important to remember that the stocking doesn’t have to extravegent!
c) Visit your local pharmacy
If you have to make a run to the pharmacy anyway, you’ll likely find a magazine, some chocolates, and a few other small goodies that you can tuck into the stocking as well!
Have fun with the stocking! I know I’m running out of time and that’s ok. I’ve been able to grab items from curb side and orders.
