STOCKING STUFFER GIFT GUIDE

Stockings are often overlooked and end up being stuffed with candy and a toothbrush. However, you don’t have to stuff your stockings with stuff you grabbed at the last minute at the pharmacy. Take the small size of stocking gifts as a fun challenge and find little treasures that will be useful and loved at the same time.You can make opening up stockings at your house just as fun as opening big presents with a little creativity. Check out these fun ideas!

ARTS AND CRAFT SUPPLIES BY INTERNATIONAL ARRIVALS

ABOUT INTERNATIONAL ARRIVALS

The folks at International Arrivals believe that arts, crafts, and creating shouldn’t be boring, but vibrant, fun, and funky! They are dedicated to bringing their customers a widespread variety of unique products that are perfect for kids and adults alike. From pens and pencils, to markers and crayons, to paper and coloring books, each item is eclectic and unlike anything you’ll find off the shelf in a big box store. 

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Some of the best and easiest Christmas gifts to buy for toddlers and children are craft supplies. Easy to buy, easy to wrap, and super practical, not to mention great for the development of children, craft supplies are a dime a dozen. This year, gift the best art supplies out there from International Arrivals; the ones that stand apart from the crowd, ones that look great, work great, and yes, even smell great!

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Perfect products for Christmas gifting include:

• Wanderful: A stacking writing tool that includes a pen, 3 crayons, and a non-sharpening pencil, with a topper fit for a princess.
• Ultimate Holiday Scented Gel Pens: Glitter gel pens in a variety of festive colors, with just the right amount of yummy scent.
• Rainbow Mechanical Colored Pencils: Classic mechanical pencils with a colorful twist and extra thick lead for minimal breaking.
• Left Right Crayons: Nontoxic and erasable crayons that are easy to hold whether you’re right or left handed.
• Neon Chalkables Liquid Chalk Markers: Smooth writing markers that are able to write on a variety of surfaces, and erase easily.
• Fantastic Planet Colored Pencils: Plastic barreled pencils with a triangular shape for non-rolling in a reusable tin case.
• Creatibles DIY Eraser Kit: Create your own custom eraser with an assortment of colored clay; just build and bake!
• Dear Santa Letter Kit: Write Santa your list on these Christmas cards, complete with envelopes; in a variety of different holiday designs.
• Happy Snacks Color-in’ Book/Cozy Critters Color-in’ Book: Thick, oversized pages perfect for framing in a lay flat designed book.

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You can’t go wrong with filling the stockings of any little boy or girl on your Christmas list this year with products from International Arrivals. Also great for teachers, scrapbookers, artists, homeschoolers, and any kid-at-heart, International Arrivals are a crowd pleaser for both young and old.

KID’S ORGANIC UNDERWEAR AND TRAINING PANTS BY ZOOCCHINI

ABOUT ZOOCCHINI

ZOOCCHINI‘s mission statement is simple: make the very best, accessible to all children! Their products stand out because of their love for animals, nature and color. They build a positive message that everyone and everything is individually beautiful… and different! Their love for what they do is reflected in every single piece that Zoocchini carries.

ZOOCCHINI characters are found around the world and are a favorite for parents and children alike, and they remain committed to quality and safety. Attention to detail is in every aspect they design, and they will always bring you the best quality product possible. All products are BPA, lead and phthalate free and meet or exceed standards for children’s products so you can remain assured their products are safe for kids. Suppliers involved in the manufacturing of ZOOCCHINI products are required to follow these guidelines.

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ZOOCCHINI offers quality textiles for all popular baby items such as hooded towels, bath mitts, backpacks, and underpants.

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ZOOCCHINI’s super soft, 100% organic children’s underwear provides kids with a fun design character that they will love, and parents with the quality that you will love. For little boys we love the organic boxer, with many characters available. Little girl’s organic panties are adorned with a delicate bow, so they won’t get the front/back mixed up.

If you have a potty training child, (or plan to have one in the future) ZOOCCHINI offers the perfect solution for your child’s first pair of underwear: the Organic Training Pants. The training pants have a layer of double sided terry sandwiched between layers of cotton for extra absorbency in case an accident occurs. The perfect stepping stone in the potty training process.

FEATURES YOU WILL LOVE

• Designed in the USA
• 100% Cotton
• Machine Washable
• Organic materials
• Organic Underpants available in sizes 2-6
• Organic Training Pants available in sizes 2-4

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The organic underwear sets from ZOOCCHINI are the perfect gift for your small child who is progressing through potty training, and for the parent who desires quality underpants that are organic and free from toxins present in dyes, inks, and cotton materials.

TABLEWARE BY SILIKIDS

ABOUT SILIKIDS

Silikids is a company offering some of the smartest and safest feeding products for kids. They make everything from silicone and glass, giving kids plastic-free options for stuff in the kitchen. Walk into any kid’s section at your favorite big box store and you will find an aisle full of plastic junk that doesn’t hold up and is not truly safe for little ones to use. Silikids wants to put an end to all that with cups, lids, utensils, baggies and more that are plastic-free with a modern design, making life with young kids simple and safer.

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Made of a thick and stretchy, safe silicone, the Siliskin straw tops stretch across the top of any cup, turning that cup into a straw cup for a kid. No more looking for matching lids of crappy plastic cups. Get a 3 pack of the siliskin straw tops and throw all that old junk away. You can use cups you already have with these lids. Since the lids fit any glass, throw one in your bag when you go out and you can make any restaurant glass kid friendly as well.

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When trying to eliminate plastic, you run into one problem. Kids drop stuff and they drop stuff a lot. Broken glass from cups of water or milk is the last thing parents need. Silikids has solved this issue with the Siliskin glass cups. These cups come in sets of 2 and come fitted with thick silicone sleeves designed to absorb shock to protect the glass when it is dropped. Paired with the siliskin straw tops or sippy tops, you can avoid using plastic and having a big mess from spills!

Silibags are thick silicone bags designed to hold snacks, sandwiches or leftovers without the use of plastic. These bags will replace expensive disposable plastic snack bags in your house. They store flat but have a gusseted bottom allowing them to stand up so little hands can reach right in for their healthy snack. They come in a set of 2.

FEATURES YOU WILL LOVE

Siliskin Straw Tops

• Comes in a pack of 3
• Extremely versatile, can be used with most any cup
• Bright, modern colors
• Air suction keeps the top in place, preventing spills

Siliskin Glass Cup with Silicone Sleeve

• Comes in a pack of 2
• Dishwasher safe
• Bright color silicone sleeve lets kids use glass without fear of breaks
• For ages 24 months and up

Silibags

• Comes in a pack of 2
• Stores flat but stands up when open for easy snacking
• Safe in the freezer, refrigerator and dishwasher
• Can be written on with a washable marker for easy labeling

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Silikids products are perfect for any toddler or young kid who eats! They have products that eliminate plastic and solve common kitchen problems that parents encounter when feeding children. Every home will benefit greatly from Silikid’s products in the home or on the go.

WATER BOTTLES BY ECO VESSEL

ABOUT ECO VESSEL

Based in Boulder, CO at the base of the beautiful Rocky Mountains lies Eco Vessel, known for their safe, sturdy and sustainable water bottles that are both innovative and practical for toddlers to adults. Eco Vessel prides itself on their high-quality eco-friendly products that are also BPA free and phthalate free, recyclable and environmentally friendly. When you purchase products from Eco Vessel, you too are helping support such organizations like Water for People and the Unicef Tap Project. Eco Vessel has partnered with Water for People whose mission is to provide long-lasting solutions to both the water and sanitation problems within developing countries as well as their hygiene problems. 1% of the purchase prices of every bottle is directly donated to Water for People. The proceeds will further their mission of providing clean drinking water to everyone.

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Eco Vessel is the perfect bottle to balance hydration and style. With multiple design options, it’s the ideal bottle for all ages. Eco Vessel also customizes bottles to reflect your company logo, school, fundraising event and more! On top of being innovative and stylish, the vacuum insulated water bottles and stainless steel filtration bottles both incorporate their  TriMax™ triple insulation, which keeps your beverages hot or cold for an extended period of time.

• Scout Kids Stainless Steel Water Bottle with Flip Straw- 13 Fl Oz: Make hydration for your kids fun with this reusable stainless steel bottle which features a flip spout and no tilt drinking. Convenient for active kids playing outside or those who are reading their favorite book inside, this lightweight bottle makes it easy to carry around and fit into a lunchbox or diaper bag. Even more is that with the fun and colorful designs, you can select the bottle that best suits your little one’s personality.
• Surf Recycled Glass Water Bottle with Wide Mouth Loop- 22oz: Eco Vessel’s Surf Sport recycled water bottle with flip straw top is the ideal drinking water bottle. With its silicone sleeve, you can enjoy your cup without the concern of breaking it. The padded drop shield base has been tested to withstand damage from drops up to 8 feet high! Appreciate your cold drink while making a unique statement with the Surf’s artistic design.
• Surf Sport Recycled Glass Water Bottle With Flip Straw Top – 22 Oz: This bottle comes with a flip spout top for tilt free drinking and with interchangeable tops, you’re able to customize your bottle. This bottle design also comes equipped with the silicone sleeve and drop shield base to help protect your bottle from breaking or being damaged from falls of up to 8 feet high.

FEATURES YOU WILL LOVE

• Insulated to keep beverages cold
• Stainless steel
• Clip Handle for easy carry
• Easy replacements available for each product
• Silicone sleeve with padded Drop Shield Base built to withstand damage from drops of 8 feet in height
• Tops are interchangeable
• Durability of Silicone Sleeve
• BPA and phthalate free, recyclable and environmentally friendly

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Eco Vessel has products that are suitable for multiple age groups ranging from toddlers to adults. Ideal for those who are active who want the peace of mind that their bottle won’t be damaged from a fall because of the silicone sleeve and padded drop shield. Feel good about the product you’re using for its safety features, durability and for their participation in such great organizations!

BLACK COWBOYS BOOK FROM HOME GROWN BOOKS

ABOUT HOME GROWN BOOKS

Home Grown Books is an independent publisher devoted to supporting organic learning and creativity in early education. They create books that are educationally sound enough to be used in your child’s classroom and visually captivating enough to be displayed on your coffee table at home. Their books honor your child’s innate intelligence with compelling content that will spark their curiosity. Because the books engage the imagination, your little reader will revisit the books, effortlessly strengthening their reading habits and fostering confidence in themselves as a reader.

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Black Cowboys explores a culture that has been largely written out of history, but is still thriving today all over the United States. In the photographs of Andrea Robbins and Max Becher, children will visit rodeos, trail rides, and meet many different Black Cowboys and Cowgirls. The engaging photographs will appeal to even the youngest of children, while the subject matter will encourage further thought and discussion in older readers. As part of Home Grown Books “Mini Museum Series,” 5% of all profits from this book are donated to the Lily Sarah Grace Fund, a non-profit that provides grants to struggling public schools to support child-centered learning and creativity in the classroom.

FEATURES YOU WILL LOVE

• Locally manufactured
• Learning is easy and fun for children
• A portion of profits goes to support art education
• Simple language and complex artwork in each page
• Durable materials built to last
• Eco-friendly

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The Home Grown Book collections are designed for the eco-conscious family who places a high value on learning, art and language development. They are guided by a simple philosophy: your children deserve reading material as rich as their imaginations.

SOCKS BY SOCK IT TO ME

ABOUT SOCK IT TO ME

Sock It to Me is an online retailer specializing in fun, funky, and unique socks. A team of talented designers comes up with original designs for the socks, which come in a variety of shapes and sizes to fit babies, toddlers, kids, and adults. Their socks come in 200 different designs, with unique options such as The Yeti Family, Tacky Holiday Sweater, and Sasquatch. Whatever your mood, outfit, or occasion, Sock It to Me has your feet covered!

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These socks make great gifts or stocking stuffers, as you can pick a pair to fit your child’s interests and preferences (ankle, crew, knee, etc.). Another fun idea would be purchasing matching socks for your whole family, which would make for a fun holiday tradition! We love these matching Superhero socks for a “fantastic” family of five:

• Toddler Crew: Super Hero! These blue and red socks look adorable on little feet. These fit toddlers ages 1-2, and have the ever-important non-slip silicone bottoms for busy tots.

• Youth Crew: Super Hero! These socks fit kids ages 3-6, and are the next size up from the toddler version above. Made from a soft, poly-cotton-spandex blend with a vibrant yellow lightning bolt emblazoned on the side, your superhero-loving kid will feel extra special in these!

• Youth Crew: Stripe Bolt These striped superhero socks are perfect for a preschool-aged girl. The bright pinks and greens are a fun contrast to the solid superhero socks.

• Men’s Super Hero! These red crew socks feature a bright white lightning bolt on the side. Wear under jeans on casual Friday and feel like a secret superhero!

• Women’s Stripe Bolt This is the women’s version of the striped toddler socks.They are knee high and feature boldly colored stripes with the signature lightning bolt on the side.

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Sock It to Me socks are great for anyone looking to add some fun to their wardrobe. Since many of these products feature designs higher up on the socks, Sock It to Me socks are fun and work appropriate. Kids will love the fun designs, bright colors, and comfy feel of the socks — and adults will get a kick out of adding some flair to their wardrobe! These socks make great stocking stuffers, birthday gifts, or even first anniversary presents for the “cotton” anniversary.

TEA BY PLUM DELUXE

ABOUT PLUM DELUXE

Plum Deluxe is a company offering consumers a selection of organic, non-gmo, fair trade and hand blended teas. They believe in living a life that you love. And a key ingredient in that is making time every day for great moments. What better way to slow down and take it all in than with a nice cup of tea! They have a tea of the month club, a large selection of teas and offer daily featured articles all with the purpose of helping you slow down and connect with your life. 

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Plum Deluxe is handcrafted tea that is infused with love. You can choose to purchase their tea individually or you can become a member of their Tea of the Month Club. Each blend they offer is thoughtfully crafted using only the freshest organic ingredients found throughout the world.

For their lucky members they hand-blend a special limited-edition tea each month and send 1-2 ounces straight to your door. All of their ingredients are from organic and fair trade vendors. This ensures that there are no lingering pesticides in their tea blends. Their teas have no sulfites, no artificial chemicals, and are non-GMO, gluten-free, and vegan.

Every batch of tea is hand-blended and infused with love from Portland, Oregon.

FEATURES YOU WILL LOVE

• Hand Crafted
• Organic
• Fair Trade
• Non-GMO
• Hand Blended
• Delicious!

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Tea lovers unite! Plum Deluxe is the perfect gift for any tea lover on your shopping list. And what fits better in a stocking than some delicious tea?

FLUTES BY GOVINO WINE

ABOUT GOVINO

GoVino is the company that produced the first and only unbreakable wine glass of its kind to be accepted by the wine industry! What was created in 2008 as a trade tool to help professional salespeople showcase their wines whenever and wherever proper stemware was not accessible, is now used in homes, restaurants and for multiple other purposes across the globe.

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Looking for a stocking stuffer that is a no-brainer for anyone who likes to indulge in an adult beverage every now and again? The GoVino Flutes may just be the perfect stocking addition. These glasses are unbreakable, reusable and recyclable. They are made from a flexible, BPA free polymer, which still properly showcases all types of wines, beers, and spirits. Each glass has an ergonomic thumb latch for easy holding.

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This is a great gift for those who love to enjoy a cocktail every now and then but don’t want to worry about the prospect of a broken glass. Also great for those who love to entertain!