Stocking Stuffers for Teens (Stocking Stuffer Ideas)

The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, in hopes that Santa would leave sweet treasures in there! Choosing stocking stuffers for my family is one of my favorite things to do all year. These small and simple gifts can be the best things about the holidays! I spend lots of time thinking about each person and coming up with stocking stuffer ideas that fit their personality; from my gadget loving husband to my bug-hunting son to my unicorns & glitter daughter, I get to think about the very things I love about their personalities and find little trinkets they will treasure.

Packing the stockings however, can be challenging since I usually end up buying too many stocking stuffers! So it you’re like me and end up with more than will fit in the stocking, buy bigger stockings! I’m totally kidding…kind of…but seriously, I pack those extra goodies up and save them for special occasions throughout the year. As a result, my stocking stuffer ideas become simple treats and gifts all year long, for things  like good grades, Easter baskets and just because kinds of days.

STOCKING STUFFERS FOR TEENS

The teen years can be the toughest years, as teens are spending more and more time with their friends and less time communicating with their parents. I hate to say it but it starts in the tween years, which I’m currently wrapped up in! Ask my kids what they want for Christmas and all you get is a shoulder shrug therefore coming up with stocking stuffer ideas has become more difficult. Gone are the days of mile long lists and bouncy visits to Santa’s house. Now we get bouncy visits to their bedrooms with their ipads and phones, which is where they prefer to spend most of their time.

So in preparation for this holiday season, I have compiled a list of approved stocking stuffer ideas for teens, since they seem to be the hardest age bracket to buy for! Everything on the list is under $20 and available on Amazon. What I usually do is choose a few of the larger ticket items, and then supplement with their favorite treats like candy and gum and other small trinkets. If you’re not careful, those stocking stuffers can overtake the actual presents!

Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Teen Girls

1. Game of Phones Card Game Turn your smartphone into an interactive scavenger hunt between you and your friends! Draw and card and follow the action using your phone; see who can create the best emoji masterpiece, show off the last photos, or Google your name. Collect the most points to win the game.
2. PopSockets This popular smartphone accessory offers a one handed grip so you can text, snap photos and stop phone drops more easily.
3. Selfie Light Ring A rechargable light that snaps right onto your smartphone for bright beautiful selfies!
4. Smith’s Rosebud Salve Solve those winter dry skin woes with this excellent skin moisturizer, lip balm and chaffed skin healer. Comes in several different scents and colors, like this pretty in pink rose scent.
5. Himalayan Salt Night Light A small but mighty little glowing night light which helps purify air, boost mood and promote a good night’s sleep.
6. Unicorn Novelty Socks Comfy, no-slip novelty socks are as cute as they are funny. Also available with emojis, donuts, goats and more!
7. Nail Polish This Essie Nail Polish collection has 4 different colors that are sure to please any girl!
8. Case Mate Stick On Card Wallet If your daughter insists on carrying her phone in her pocket instead of a carrying a wallet and purse, then this is one of the best stocking stuffer ideas for her! Sticks right to the back of her smartphone and holds her id, credit card or cash.
9. Lenrue Portable Bluetooth Speaker This rechargable little speaker with LED, stereo sound, enhanced bass and built in microphone is sleek and stylish and will compliment her decor perfectly. Pairs with any tablet or smartphone.
10. Wireless Earbuds Every teen needs a great pair of wireless earbuds so they can listen to their music, without YOU having to listen to their music, too!
11. Wearable Nail Polish Holder Painting your nails has never been easier!
12. Pocket Earphone Pouch Perfect for keeping those tangled cords in check while in your pocket, purse or backpack.
13. Beauty Blender Finally, a makeup applicator that gives your fingers and brushes a break, but still provides flawless coverage.
14. Cat Smartphone Stand The theory is if they have a place to put it, they won’t lose it, right?
15. Pencil/Makeup Pouch Zippered pouch is great for students and can hold anything from pencils, to makeup to coins. Comes in three designs.

Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Teen Boys

1. Game of Phones Card Game Turn your smartphone into an interactive scavenger hunt between you and your friends! Draw and card and follow the action using your phone; see who can create the best emoji masterpiece, show off the last photos, or Google your name. Collect the most points to win the game.
2. PopSockets These popular smartphone accessories make excellent stocking stuffers because nearly everyone this age and up has a phone. They offer a one handed grip so you can text, snap photos and stop phone drops more easily.
3. Shark Novelty Socks Comfy, no-slip novelty socks are as cute as they are funny, and they are also available with pizza, tacos, mustaches and more!
4. Bag of Zombie Farts (Cotton Candy) Cotton candy novelty gift…or are they actually real, live zombie farts? Also available in dog, cat, unicorn and dinosaur versions.
5. Drumstick Pens For the teen who marches to the beat of his own drum…literally! He will be thrilled with this unique stocking stuffer idea – just don’t let him sneak them off to school!
6. Portable Mini Bluetooth Acorn Speaker Just pair and use – your music lover will love being able to take their music with them everywhere they go!
7. Wireless Earbuds Every teen needs a great pair of wireless earbuds so they can listen to their music, without YOU having to listen to their music!
8. Bacon Bandaids Because who doesn’t want to slap bacon all over their body?
9. “I Hate Tacos” T-Shirt Graphic novelty tees are a favorite among this age.
10. Paracord Survival Bracelet For the kid who loves the outdoors and wants to look cool doing it. Includes a compass, flint fire starter, fire scrapper and can also be used as an emergency knife. Comes with an instruction manual that includes survival tips and ideas.
11. Pocket Earphone Pouch Perfect for keeping those tangled cords in check while in your pocket or backpack.
12. Retro Portable Pocket Game Console This mini gaming console holds over 150 retro arcade games!
13. Portable Pizza Pouch Every pizza lover needs their own pizza saving pouch; a fun and useful novelty gift that also makes a great stocking stuffer!
14. The Guy’s Guide to God, Girls, and the Phone in Your Pocket: 101 Real-World Tips for Teenaged Guys The Guy’s Guide will encourage your faith, challenge you spiritually, and give you real-life advice how to live out your faith in today’s culture, with distractions lurking around every corner. . .and just a click away.

MORE STOCKING STUFFERS FOR TEENS

1. Washi tape
2. Stickers
3. Lipgloss/lipstick
4. Makeup
5. Body wash
6. Perfume/Body spray
7. Hair brush
8. Hair ties
9. Headband
10. Bobby pins
11. Hair clips
12. Inexpensive jewelry
13. Candy
14. Nuts/Snacks
15. Gum
16. Small notepad
17. Pens
18. Markers
19. Gloves
20. Beanie
21. Handheld games
22. Buttons
23. Playing cards
24. Gift cards
25. Cash

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