Stocking Stuffers Under $10 That Are Practical & Thoughtful

Blame it on the fact that my father is a dentist, but I’ve come to appreciate the joy of receiving a new toothbrush. As my dad often reminded me as a kid, the American Dental Association recommends that toothbrushes be swapped out every three to six months. So think of this smart and affordable stocking stuffer as you taking care of that nagging errand for your kids a year in advance.

I’ve lived in Vermont and Finland and I have yet to find a better restorative lip balm that protects and heals mouths that have taken a beating from the cold. This little jar is a great gift because it’s a product many might not be aware of, while also being pocket-size and perfect for using immediately.

Sad, but true, even with promising news from vaccine manufacturers, the need to mask up is still very much required. Help your kiddo keep their mask handy with this darling rainbow Etsy mask lanyard that makes a fun yet functional stocking stuffer.

Stress over finding batteries no more with this AA battery organizer. Essentially a wallet for batteries, it’s a great gift for any parent who has spent an afternoon turning a storage closet upside down in search of batteries to power yet another remote control vehicle.

Have a cook in the family? Spare them the stress of dragging their work laptop into the kitchen to prepare their favorite internet recipe with this inexpensive iPad stand that’s ideal for following cooking instructions.

Tweens gonna tween, am I right? For some of the toughest ages to shop for, this earpod case is a godsend. Available in a variety of colors, you can outfit all the snarky kids in your life.

Have a kiddo who loves to accessorize? This three-pack of floral headbands is perfect. It comes in three colors — black, pink, and white — which means they’ll go with just about any outfit.

Deep down, I think we all know we should avoid using plastic straws. But making the shift can be hard. Help your family out by packing their stockings with these telescopic portable reusable metal straws that are small enough to fit in a pocket or purse.

I realize pandemic-themed stocking stuffers may seem like a holiday bummer, but PPE adds up and your fam or friends might be happy to find a little protective item from Santa. This personal hand sanitizer fits the bill and can be easily attached to a handbag, pants, or backpack.

Guys, GUYS! Caboodles are back. And they’re just as rad as ever. Introduce your kids to this enduring beauty brand by gifting them one of these $9.99 retro totes.

Sticking with the sustainability theme, why not have Santa’s elves put some Bee’s food wrappers in someone’s stocking? The single small wrap — great for storing a half-used onion or lemon — is a great way to introduce someone to this plastic wrap alternative.

Help someone get things straight with this tiny leveler from Home Depot. Small enough that they can carry it on their keychain, never watch them hang a wonky picture again.

For the future Indiana Jones, there are few toys better than a fossil digging kit and this one is less than 10 bucks! Gift your paleontologist-in-the-making this teeth dig kit.

Great for Granny or your niece Goldie, a mini jigsaw puzzle is stocking size and fits the price point at just $7.99.

Wish your family “Happy New Year” safe in the knowledge that they can check their tire pressure should the need arise. The ultimate gift for college kids, this is a perfect practical stocking stuffer.