400+ Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Adults!

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Hi Folks. Some people asked me to put together some ideas on stocking stuffers. It appears that I got a little bit carried away and wrote 400 stocking stuffer ideas for adults. I hope that it is helpful to you!!

The following are 400+ Stocking Stuffer gift ideas!

They’ll work will work for the men, women, boyfriends, girlfriends, fiancés and fiancées, husbands, wives, friends, best friends and family in your lives. These stocking stuffer ideas are for teens, adults and maybe even seniors. Please visit our list of the Most Incredible Stocking Stuffer ideas for literally everyone on your list, if you don’t find what you need here!

They are all generally affordable, with most being under $5 or $10. Please add any further suggestions in the comments.

In case you find yourself having a lot in common with an exhausted Santa, the ideas on the list have been set up to take you to places where you can buy them, or at least find out where to buy them. 

All nice and easy, “clickety, clickety, delivered!”

These are in a very loose order, so please, keep scrolling until you find things that strike your fancy!  Something in the Hobbies list may be just perfect, you never know.

Adult Stocking Stuffers for the Sporty and Outdoorsy

These are perfect for folks who like to spend their time at the gym or outside. They’d also be great for sports players and coaches, including adults who coach kids’ sports.

1. 1. Cliff Bars
      
   2. Luna Bars
   3. Electrolyte Tabs – ie Nuun
   4. Climbing Chalk
   5. Climbing Carabiners

1. 1. Climbing Nuts
   2. Stuff Sacks
   3. Bike Tools
   4. Filzer UFO Light
   5. Ski Lock

1. 1. Sport Specific Socks – ie Bike Socks, Ski Socks, Triathlon Socks
   2. Sport Specific Gloves – ie Bike Gloves, Kayak Gloves, Weightlifting Gloves
   3. Bike Tire C02 Cartridges
   4. CamelBak Cleaning Tabs
   5. Spork
      
   6. Waterproof Matches
   7. Hiking First Aid Kit
   8. Hot/Cold Pack
   9. Ski Wax – Cross Country, P tex,  or downhill
   10. Collapsible Water Bottle
   11. Hockey Puck
       
   12. Floor Hockey Balls
   13. Field Hockey Ball
   14. Waterproof Notebook (Showering, Camping, Kayaking..)
   15. Surf Wax
       
   16. Bike Inner Tubes
   17. Jump Rope
   18. Pedometer
   19. Baseball
   20. Gear Wash or NikWax
       

1. Heart Rate Monitor
2. Tick Remover
3. Whistle

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Adult Stocking Stuffers That are Deliciously Devourable

Everyone likes treats in their stocking! These are more grown-up friendly options, although I also included a few treats that will remind the adults in your life of their childhood Christmases. 

1. 1. Lifesavers Candy Book – A classic for me growing up!
   2. Honey – Especially local honey!
   3. Hot Chocolate Packets
   4. K Cups
   5. Reusable K Cups
   6. Tea
      
   7. Microwave Popcorn
   8. Popcorn Seasoning
   9. Gum
   10. Tic Tacs
   11. Beef Jerky
       
   12. Soup Packets ie Miso Soup
   13. Jam – even better if it’s homemade!
   14. Homemade Fudge
   15. Fondue Chocolate
   16. Hot Sauce
       

1. 1. Pomegranate
   2. Mandarin Oranges
   3. Pringles
   4. Sardines

1. 1. Oysters
   2. Organic Kraft Dinner (Mac and Cheese for the Americans)
   3. Easy Mac
   4. Chocolate Orange
   5. Nuts/Trail Mix
      

1. 1. Nutella/Peanut Butter/Almond Butter/Sunflower Butter
   2. Flavoured Coffee Beans
   3. Cheese – Babybel, Brie, etc.
   4. Fortune Cookies
   5. Chocolate
   6. Maple Syrup
      

1. Water Flavour – Crystal Lite, MiO
2. Baking Mix Packets
3. Crackers
4. Honey Sticks – perfect for tea
5. Cured Salami

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Adult Stocking Stuffers For the Foodie or Kitchen Dweller

Kitchen gadgets and tools, as well as cooking supplies, are great stocking stuffer ideas for people who like to cook. Just don’t give them things the household needs; instead stick to fun food related gifts that are uniquely for them. 

1. 1. Vanilla Beans
   2. Saffron
   3. Kitchen Gadget
   4. Metal Anti-Odor “soap bar”
   5. Spoon Rest Clip 

1. 1. Kitchen Timer
   2. Whisks
   3. Gourmet salt
   4. Straws
   5. Toothpicks

1. 1. Apron
   2. Paring Knife
   3. BBQ Thermometer
   4. Grill Charms Set
   5. Good Chopsticks

1. 1. Tea Ball – I love the Rubber Ducky
   2. Brown Sugar Disc
   3. Knife Sharpener
   4. Bamboo Utensils
   5. Espresso Cups

1. 1. Latte Milk Thermometer
   2. Candy Thermometer
   3. Seafood Cracker/Picks
   4. Banana Slicer
   5. Egg Cups – give everyone one and have them for breakfast!

1. 1. Microplane Grater/Zester
   2. Genuine Food Extracts – ie Vanilla
   3. Canning Jar Plastic Lids
   4. Canning Lids
   5. Recipe Cards

1. Coffee Syrup
2. Egg Molds – ie Mustache!
3. Ice Cream Scoop
4. Avocado Slicer
5. Company’s Coming niche topic cookbooks
6. Specialty Oil/Vinegar
7. Coconut Oil
8. Bamboo Skewers

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Adult Stocking Stuffers For the Baker

So many baking supplies are perfect stocking stuffer size! One of my favorite stocking stuffer gifts is giving bakers unique cookie cutters for Christmas. Here’s some other ideas too: 

1. Food Coloring
2. Cake Decorating Sprinkles
3. Cupcake Liners
4. Cookie Cutters
5. Pie Vent
6. Pie Weights
7. Cake Stencils
8. Silicone Baking Sheet Liners
9. Cookie Scoop
10. Piping Bag Tips
11. Cake Pop Sticks (Lollipop Sticks)

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Adult Stocking Stuffers For the Entertainer

Some people love hosting parties and events all year ’round! Here’s some great adult friendly ideas for folks who love to entertain guests that are small enough to fit inside a stocking.

1. Paper Napkins
2. Wine Charms
3. Cheese/Paté Knife
4. Wine Aerator
5. Cocktail Swizzle Sticks
6. Table Topics Cards
7. Whiskey Stones – Love these things!!
8. Plastic Drink Swords
9. Wine Out Stain Remover
10. Wine Stopper
11. Nice Fondue Forks
12. Sugar Cubes – for cocktails and serving tea/coffee
13. Funny Ice Cube Trays
14. Decanter Cleaning Beads
15. Drink Rimmers
16. Bar Towel
17. Chopstick Rests
18. Knife Rests
19. Sugar Tongs
20. Pickle Fork

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Some Stocking Stuffers for Wintertime

Since Christmas lands at the start of winter (and winters are cold and snowy where I live), I love giving wintertime-themed holiday gifts. 

1. Hand Warmer Hot Packs
2. Lip Chap
3. Winter Gloves
4. Face Protector Cream
5. Mulling Spices
6. Christmas Ornament
7. Vicks Vaporub
8. Cough Drops
9. Toque
10. Blooming Teas
11. Nutcracker & Nuts

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Adult Stocking Stuffers For Stylish Folks

Adults who like to dress up in stylish outfits for work or who frequent fancy events will appreciate these sophisticated gift ideas. Some are also great luxury stocking stuffers to really pamper someone special in your life.  

1. Cufflinks
2. Perfume
3. Cologne
4. Wallet
5. Jewelry
6. Collar Stays
7. Money Clip
8. Necktie
9. Bow Tie
10. Handkerchief
11. Scarf
12. Pocket Square
13. Head Band
14. Belt Buckle
15. Shoe Horn
16. Extra Earring Backs
17. Sunglasses
18. Bra Strap Holder Together Thingie
19. Charm Bracelet Charms
20. Clutch or Wristlet Purse
21. Chequebook Case
22. T Shirt
23. Camisole

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Adult Stocking Stuffers For Travelers

Travel gifts are great on their own in a stocking, but would be even better alongside a surprise trip for Christmas. It’s very convenient that travel-sized items are also perfectly stocking sized too. 

1. Luggage Tags
2. Travel Toothpaste
3. Hand Sanitizer
4. Pocket Dictionary/Translator
5. London A to Z
6. Airline Size Liquids
7. City Guide Book
8. Ear Plugs
9. Travel Towelettes
10. International Plug Adapter
11. Passport Holder
12. Money Belt for traveling
13. Foreign Currency for upcoming trips
14. Travel Kleenex

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Adult Stocking Stuffers For Techy Pursuits

These are for all the nerds, geeks, tech bros, and anyone who needs some technology additions or upgrades around the holidays. Extra chargers are probably my go to, but there are so many cool techy gifts to add to an adult’s stocking. 

1. Electronics Cleaning Putty
2. Cable Organizers
3. Cable Ties
4. Car/Wall Charger for Phone
5. iPhone Stand
6. Memory Cards
7. Cell Phone Case
8. Conductive Fingertip Gloves for Smartphones/Tablets
9. Earbud Holder
10. Phone Charms – Apparently they’re a thing?
11. iDevice Screen Protector
12. Backup Battery for a Phone or Camera
13. Kindle/Kobo Case
14. Mousepad
15. Compressed Air (for Keyboards)
16. Video Game
17. Anything from ThinkGeek.com
18. Wireless Mouse
19. Gold Tipped RCA Cables

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Adult Stocking Stuffers For Artists and Musicians

You can’t fit a whole guitar or easel in their stocking, so art and music supplies are the next best thing.  

1. Art Supplies
2. Guitar String
3. Guitar Picks
4. MoleSkine
5. Sharpies
6. Personalized Stationery

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Adult Stocking Stuffers For Professional People

Honestly, most of these gifts would be perfect for anyone who spends any time at work, whether it’s in the office or at home. 

1. Good Pen
2. Reusable Coffee Sleeve
3. Personal Business Cards
4. Address Stamp
5. Easy Button
6. Stress Ball
7. Office Art
8. Fun Stapler or the Red Office Space Stapler
9. Stapleless Stapler
10. Desk Flip Calendar
11. Laser Pointer
12. Fun Paper Clips
13. USB Coffee Mug Warmer

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Adult Stocking Stuffers For Fun and Time with Friends

These are great ideas for your significant other, roommates, or friends! Just because they’re too old for toys in their stocking doesn’t mean they can’t still find some fun gifts inside. 

1. Magnetic Poetry
2. Cards Against Humanity
3. Movie Passes
4. Tickets – Airplane, Concerts, Museums, Sports, Cirque, etc.
5. Brainteaser Puzzles
6. Dominoes
7. Sudoku
8. Crossword Book
9. Mini Books
10. Mad Libs
11. Darts
12. Ticket Stub Diary
13. Experiences Gift Cards – Decorate Cookies, Look at Christmas Lights, etc
14. Music – Gift Cards, CDs, Memory sticks with songs
15. Audiobooks
16. Travel Size Games
17. Drunk, Stoned or Stupid Board Game

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Adult Stocking Stuffers That are All Bacon

Mmmm, bacon. Need I say more?

1. Bacon Lip Balm
2. Bacon Wallet
3. Bacon Salt
4. Bacon Car Air Freshener

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Adult Stocking Stuffers For the Ensuite

Spa vibes going on here! These are great for someone who loves to pamper themselves. 

1. Nail Polish
2. Shaving Soap
3. Bobby Pins
4. Hair Straightener Heat Pad
5. Votive Candles
6. Soap
7. Body Wash
8. Makeup
9. Makeup Brushes
10. Face Blotting Sheets
11. Bath Bombs
12. Good Tweezers
13. Cheesy DVD
14. Deck of Cards
15. Man Candles
16. Massage Oil
17. Massage Bar
18. Loofah
19. Pumice Stone
20. Comb
21. Adult Toys… use your discretion!!
22. Makeup Pads
23. Hair Brush
24. Body Wax
25. Toothpaste Squeezer thingie
26. Lotion
27. Aftershave
28. Ring Holder

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Adult Stocking Stuffers that are Handy to Have

I love giving practical gifts! These are especially handy for new homeowners.

1. Zip Ties
2. Multi Tool
3. Rechargeable Batteries
4. Battery Charger
5. Thumb Tacks
6. Tire Pressure Gauge
7. Paracord Bracelet
8. Tape Measure
9. Drill Bits
10. Branded House Keys
11. Buck Knife
12. Zippo – You can get them engraved, too.
13. Magnets
14. Specialty Glue – ie Bondo, Gorilla Glue
15. Toothbrush Sanitizer
16. Change Purse
17. Duct Tape – Especially the Coloured Ones
18. Post-its or Notepads
19. Day Timer
20. Purse Hanger
21. Glow Sticks
22. Shoe Shine Cloths
23. Shake/Windup Flashlight
24. Fire Starter
25. WD-40 or 3-in-1
26. Lock De-Icer Keychain
27. Car Emergency Flares
28. Flare Pen
29. Pepper Spray
30. Scotch Tape
31. Double Sided Tape (Ahem, this can be used for many things)
32. Pill Box
33. Package Opening Tool
34. Umbrella
35. Goo Gone or Goof Off
36. Jar Opener
37. Minimergency Kit
38. Exacto Knife/ Olaf Knife

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Adult Stocking Stuffers For Kids at Heart

Christmas is supposed to be a time of fun and cheer! Let them be a kid again and experience some of that Christmas magic by putting toys in a adult’s stocking.  

1. Sidewalk Chalk
2. Novelty Bandaids
3. Bobble Heads
4. Pez Dispensers
5. Kazoos
6. Lego
7. Whoopie Cushion
8. Hula Girl
9. Printed Out Comics
10. Sea Monkeys – c’mon, had to add that!
11. “Beer Pong Set” = Cups & Ping Pong Balls
12. Mini Water Gun
13. Classic Comic Books
14. Silly String
15. Star Trek/Star Wars Memorabilia
16. Rubix Cube
17. Mini Nerf Gun

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Adult Stocking Stuffers for Crafty Pursuits and Hobbies

One of the worst things about hobbies is the constant need for new supplies; so why not add some to their stocking for a thoughtful holiday gift?

1. Camera Lens Cap
2. Camera Case or Camera Strap
3. Camera Lens Filters
4. Mini Tripod
5. Gardening Seeds
6. Seed Bombs for Guerrilla Gardening
7. Crochet Hook
8. Fishing Tackle
9. Arrow Tips /Fletching
10. Ammo
11. Scrapbooking Stickers
12. Scrapbooking Punches
13. Golf Balls
14. Golf Tees
15. Golf Towel
16. Beads for Crafting
17. Rubber Stamps
18. Stamping Ink Pads
19. Pin Cushion
20. Sewing Notions – buttons, zippers, etc
21. Fat Quarters for Quilters
22. Sewing Patterns
23. Quilting Patterns
24. Submersible LED floralites
25. Modge Podge
26. Small Paint Brushes

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Adult Stocking Stuffers That are Ridiculously Practical

You really start to realize you’re an adult when you’re delighted to open practical stocking stuffers on Christmas morning. I use these types of gifts as fillers along with some fun items so everything actually gets used and I stay on budget.

1. Toothpaste
2. Toothbrush
3. Car Air Freshener
4. Lint Roller
5. Glasses Cleaning Kit
6. Socks
7. Underwear
8. Thank You Cards
9. Coins (for Laundry/Parking)
10. Razor Blades
11. Deodorant
12. Postage Stamps
13. Sunscreen
14. Bug Spray
15. Mosquito Repellent Bracelet
16. Reading Glasses
17. Vitamins
18. Mosquito Coils
19. Insoles
20. Calling Card
21. Shout Pen

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Adult Stocking Stuffers That Might Support Vices

For the right person, these are great, thoughtful stocking stuffer ideas related to fun drinking, gambling, and cigar hobbies. But keep in mind who the recipient is when giving vice-related gifts to family and friends.  

1. Wine Journal
2. Cigars
3. Flask
4. Flask Funnel
5. Lotto Tickets
6. Mini Liquor Bottles
7. Shot Glasses
8. Beer Cozy
9. Corkcicle
10. Single Serve Champagne
11. Bingo Blotter
12. Scratch Lotto tickets (+ Change to scratch with!)
13. Liquor Bottle Spouts

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Adult Stocking Stuffers to Make That House a Home

Household items are always a hit in grown-up stockings, and there’s nothing wrong with that.

1. Pillowcases
2. Scented Oils
3. Incense Sticks
4. Letterpress Coasters
5. Hand Towel
6. Face Cloth
7. Poster Sticky Tack
8. 3M Command Hooks
9. Bag Closers (ie Chip Clips)
10. Photo Holder
11. Foldable Shopping Bag
12. Signet Stamp & Wax
13. Letter Opener
14. Figurines – Willow Tree, Royal Doulton
15. Door Stop
16. Photographs – Especially good for family members
17. Mini Photo Album – Especially good for grandparents!

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Adult Stocking Stuffers for the Garage

Perfect to stock the garage or for car lovers! 

1. ShamWow
2. Car Wax
3. Plumb Bob
4. Mini Clamps
5. Carpentry Pencil
6. Small Level
7. Bungee Cords
8. Flagging Tape
9. Rearview Mirror Car Accessories – Fuzzy Dice, etc.
10. RainX
11. Grease Monkey Wipes – Grease wipes for biking/workshop/car etc

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Adult Stocking Stuffers for Fur Lovers

You could also put these in your pet’s stocking, but they do make great gifts for fur parents too. 

1. Catnip
2. Dog collar – for your pet or for you??
3. Dog treats/bones/toys
4. Cat Stuff
5. Pet Nametags

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Adult Stocking Stuffers that are Unique

Sometimes you just don’t know what to get or you really want to WOW the recipient. Here’s some different adult stocking stuffer ideas you might not have considered:

1. Cash – You really can’t go wrong with this one.
2. Engagement Ring – okay… I write a blog that is mostly about wedding gifts!
3. Love Letter
4. Bible Cover
   
5. Henna
6. Charitable Donation

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While you are in the mood to shop, you see these lists of tremendous stocking stuffers too:

• 500 Stocking Stuffers For Adults, Teens, and Seniors
• Stocking Stuffers For Your Dog
• Stocking Stuffers For Everyone

What are your reasonably priced stocking stuffer ideas? Let’s grow this list!