Christmas 2010 -- stocking stuffers

[bubbaray]

Post your stocking stuffer ideas here

Mods, can this be a sticky too, THANKS!!

[jgenie]

Animalz
Holtz nativity pieces
toothbrushes

[SnuggleBuggles]

The idea of this thread in Sept. is hurting my brain. Stocking stuffers are picked up during those last Target runs in December. :)

Beth

[mommylamb]

The only thing I know I'm getting for DS in his stocking is a mickey mouse calculator (he loves calculators).

But, I'm really excited about the stocking stuffers I have for my mother and my sister. When I was in China a few months ago I bought them both sets of pearl earings.

[kristac]

Previous hits-
dinosaur chopsticks
bouncey balls
balsawood airplanes/ foam gliders
pocket kites
pullback airplanes similar to this:
http://www.amazon.com/Real-Toys-Warthog-Pullback-Airplane/dp/B002GMI6HO/ref=sr_1_7?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1285791324&sr=1-7
Scheich animals/ dinosaurs
automoblox minis
small art supplies
harmonica
binoculars
Kleen Kanteen

baby-
oball
sophie the giraffe
teethers
shakey eggs/ animals
amber necklace
ooodles bubbles from gymboree
http://www.gymboree.com/shop/dept_item.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442130953&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374306256018&bmUID=1285791239675


This year thinking of:
watch (6 year old)
pocket microscope (6 year old)
small legos sets (6 year old)
squeeze planes (3.5 and 6 year olds)
lock laces
yoyo ball
brain quest books (3.5 year old)

[alien_host]

I have picked up a lot for my 5YO DD:
Small Lego Sets
A sack of marbles
Giant Jacks and a bouncy ball

Stuff I haven't bought yet:
I always include a toothbrush and an ornament (I think I'll do disney this year).
Lip glosses/nail polish
Hair clips/headbands
Maybe a DVD - Toy Story 3?
Silly Bands if she still likes them
arts and crafts


I also shop for 4 YO boy:
They had Star Wars Clone Wars pens, coloring books at Dollar Spot at Target
Some Imaginext stuff from Target Toy Clearance
Small bagged Lego Sets
Lego Series 2 minifigures

Almost 2 YO girl:
Animalz from last year's sale
Finger puppets
Maybe a small duplo set

[egoldber]

I usually do.....

hair accessories
lip balm
candy bar/M&Ms
Schleich type animals/figures
toothbrush
playing cards
socks
play foam
microwave popcorn
pencils
small games like Set, Scrabble Slam, Sorry Revenge, Blink, etc.

Our stockings are not that big compared to many of the larger ones I see in stores these day (which is a good thing IMO), so a lot of the things I see mentioned for stockings would not fit in ours.

[infomama]

Mentioned above so I'll pass on that Pocket microscopes are on sale for $2.74 at Amazon now (shipping is 3.25..didn't see that before I posted)
http://www.amazon.com/Learning-Resources-Illuminated-Pocket-Microscope/dp/B0009K6K0A/ref=sr_1_cc_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1285812265&sr=1-2-catcorr

[ljackson]

Mentioned above so I'll pass on that Pocket microscopes are on sale for $2.74 at Amazon now (shipping is 3.25..didn't see that before I posted)
http://www.amazon.com/Learning-Resources-Illuminated-Pocket-Microscope/dp/B0009K6K0A/ref=sr_1_cc_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1285812265&sr=1-2-catcorr

Thanks for posting this - it looks great. It was $5.99 with free shipping when I ordered.

[wimama]

What we have for our 4 yo DS


-Toy Story 3 DVD (pre-ordered)
-Dolphin Ring Water Game – Just like my childhood one :heartbeat: Dolphin Game (http://www.amazon.com/Fun-Water-Games-Dolphin-Catch/dp/B001I2BOUE/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1286399227&sr=1-1-fkmr1)
-Stepper Stilts – (I have to turn them upside down and the bottom lip of them sticks out of his stocking a bit. But, we have a long winter up here and I like any cheap toy that burns off some energy) Stepper Stilts (http://www.amazon.com/Just-Jump-It-Stepper-Stilts/dp/B000ELSZRU/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1286397372&sr=8-7)
-Lego Toy Story Aliens Bagged set
-Dinosaur Egg that hatches in water
-I will definitely get a small amount candy

I picked up most of the stocking stuffers at a local Learning Express sale.

Other things I am considering:

-Automoblox Mini or Playmobil figure to poke out top of the stocking.
-A small set of basic Lego blocks to dump into the stocking as filler – My DS Lego collection is very small. He needs some basic bricks.

[swrc00]

So far for two year old DS I have the following:

DVD - "Songs from the Station"
Mini Colorwonder pack
Glitter ball
I Spy Book
Elmo stickers
Funtainer
yummy cinnamon honey graham pretzels from Yoder's (Grandma has to ship them)

[kristac]

What we have for our 4 yo DS


-Toy Story 3 DVD (pre-ordered)
-Dolphin Ring Water Game – Just like my childhood one :heartbeat: Dolphin Game (http://www.amazon.com/Fun-Water-Games-Dolphin-Catch/dp/B001I2BOUE/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1286399227&sr=1-1-fkmr1)
-Stepper Stilts – (I have to turn them upside down and the bottom lip of them sticks out of his stocking a bit. But, we have a long winter up here and I like any cheap toy that burns off some energy) Stepper Stilts (http://www.amazon.com/Just-Jump-It-Stepper-Stilts/dp/B000ELSZRU/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1286397372&sr=8-7)
-Lego Toy Story Aliens Bagged set
-Dinosaur Egg that hatches in water
-I will definitely get a small amount candy

I picked up most of the stocking stuffers at a local Learning Express sale.

Other things I am considering:

-Automoblox Mini or Playmobil figure to poke out top of the stocking.
-A small set of basic Lego blocks to dump into the stocking as filler – My DS Lego collection is very small. He needs some basic bricks.

Doh!! Now I need (err... DS needs...) a dolphin game too! Did you get it off Amazon or at Learning Express?

[wimama]

Doh!! Now I need (err... DS needs...) a dolphin game too! Did you get it off Amazon or at Learning Express?

I got the dolphin game, the stepper stilts and the dinosaur egg all at our local Learning Express. They had a sale with 20% off everything in the whole store. I had to have the dolphin game when I saw it, I hope DS likes it as much as I used to.

[crl]

I've just started working on these.

I got a pair of Shoo Shoos warm booties for dd, who will be 9 months then. I'm planning on some hair accessories too (thanks to those who made that suggestion!). And maybe some new teethers. Also a winter hat, I think. That will be plenty for her!

For ds, age 7 years, so far I've got a card game. I'll do some gum. Maybe some new crayons. Some new socks. Will have to try to come up with something a bit cooler to finish his off.

Catherine

[calv]

The only thing I know I'm getting for DS in his stocking is a mickey mouse calculator (he loves calculators).

But, I'm really excited about the stocking stuffers I have for my mother and my sister. When I was in China a few months ago I bought them both sets of pearl earings.

tell me more about the calculator please!

[Melbel]

I have a couple etsy finds stashed away

DS: A name plaque that coordinates with his room http://www.etsy.com/shop/KimsKandyKreations?section_id=5978251 (great seller with prompt communication/shipment)

DD1: A bottlecap necklace http://www.etsy.com/shop/TooTooPosh?section_id=5955971

[lizzywednesday]

Mentioned above so I'll pass on that Pocket microscopes are on sale for $2.74 at Amazon now (shipping is 3.25..didn't see that before I posted)
http://www.amazon.com/Learning-Resources-Illuminated-Pocket-Microscope/dp/B0009K6K0A/ref=sr_1_cc_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1285812265&sr=1-2-catcorr

Sweet! I am getting one of these for my 8 y/o niece right NOW!

[crl]

Oohh, had an idea for ds, age 7, a watch. Anyone have suggestions for a watch?

Catherine

[lizzywednesday]

Oohh, had an idea for ds, age 7, a watch. Anyone have suggestions for a watch?

Catherine

For my cousin's First Communion, I bought a Timex Indiglo with a Velcro strap, glow-in-the-dark hands & numbers and illuminated face.

I found it at Kohl's, but later saw similar watches at Target, and paid about $20.

He loved it so dearly, his parents had to pay him to take it off at night. As far as I know, he's still got it and he was 12 this past May.

[connor_mommy]

Oohh, had an idea for ds, age 7, a watch. Anyone have suggestions for a watch?

Catherine

How about a Lego watch.

[crl]

For my cousin's First Communion, I bought a Timex Indiglo with a Velcro strap, glow-in-the-dark hands & numbers and illuminated face.

I found it at Kohl's, but later saw similar watches at Target, and paid about $20.

He loved it so dearly, his parents had to pay him to take it off at night. As far as I know, he's still got it and he was 12 this past May.

Excellent thank you!


How about a Lego watch.

Good idea, but I must have the only 7 year old boy on the planet who isn't in to leggos. Santa is actually bringing him more unit blocks this year, at his request.

Catherine

[mommylamb]

tell me more about the calculator please!

This is it:
http://www.amazon.com/Disneys-Mickey-Mouse-Friends-Electronic/dp/B001GGM2J4/ref=wl_it_dp_v?ie=UTF8&coliid=IIDHNHLVH3XJ2&colid=95C4QUOM2TB0

[KrisM]

Some ideas:

card games
tooth brush
slippers

[Seitvonzu]

i shouldn't have gone into pier 1 today... christmas was out and they had their typical little assortment of "stuffers." they also had mini bells (identical to the schilling hand bells we already have but SMALL!!! so cute)-- so i bought some of those, but i think even being small they would take up the whole stocking.

i did get a "magic baby bottle" (you know the ones that have the disappearing liquid?)-- it was more than i would want to spend on such a thing (2.75) but i've been looking for little ones for a long time (all they have at target, toys r us, etc are the really big ones... ). i also got 2 tape measures because the housings were so cute-- animal shapes! i got a honey bear & an elephant. DD found my knitting tape measure the other day and is obessessed with it. she'll get one and i'll get a new "cuter" one.

i do toothbrush and some candy (i didn't do that last year but will probably start this year since lu will be 3). maybe some socks. oh- doll tights! (lu is obssessed with doll dressing)

i also picked up a few things when we were on vacation (sans toddler)-- a japanese paper animal balloon, a mini nesting doll, a mini magnifier dealy, mini chopsticks & a kiddy chopstick helper dealy. probably have other things "stashed" that i'm not remembering.

[MommyofAmaya]

I went to Ikea this morning and they had a bunch of dress up clothes for stuffed animals for $1.49. Amaya is constantly dressing up her stuffed dog, so this was perfect for her stocking. We got three different sets. This is the only one online, and the one we didn't get (the others were cuter):
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/40174437

And this truck set for Sebastian, similar to Automoblox? (they are made of many parts and can be combined with the other vehicles). $9.99

http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/40171472

[kristac]

I picked up an airplane spoon at the Target dollar spot this morning- good for the under 2 crowd :) They also had some hand puppets and fun socks.

[kristac]

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And this truck set for Sebastian, similar to Automoblox? (they are made of many parts and can be combined with the other vehicles). $9.99

http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/40171472

Oooh- they are labeled for 18 months+ so no choking hazards. I will have to check them out. Thanks for the heads up!

[Seitvonzu]

confession: i broke down on singamajigs. yes, i think they look a little weird. no, my child doesn't "love" them....

and i didn't just buy one...because how could you? what's the point?i bought ONE FOR EACH OF OUR STOCKINGS!!!!!!!!!!

in my defense i *DID* wait for them to go on sale AND used a coupon. but STILL. 3 ???? tsktsktsk.

craziest part? i'm thinking of going back and getting a couple to send for my dad's stocking and maybe my neice and nephew....my dad sings barbershop-- the harmonizing? i'll have to think about it (my parents are going to be with my brothers family , that's why i was thinking for neice & nephew)

[Melaine]

I went to Ikea this morning and they had a bunch of dress up clothes for stuffed animals for $1.49. Amaya is constantly dressing up her stuffed dog, so this was perfect for her stocking. We got three different sets. This is the only one online, and the one we didn't get (the others were cuter):
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/40174437



Ohhhh I will have to check this out!

[calv]

confession: i broke down on singamajigs. yes, i think they look a little weird. no, my child doesn't "love" them....

and i didn't just buy one...because how could you? what's the point?i bought ONE FOR EACH OF OUR STOCKINGS!!!!!!!!!!

in my defense i *DID* wait for them to go on sale AND used a coupon. but STILL. 3 ???? tsktsktsk.

craziest part? i'm thinking of going back and getting a couple to send for my dad's stocking and maybe my neice and nephew....my dad sings barbershop-- the harmonizing? i'll have to think about it (my parents are going to be with my brothers family , that's why i was thinking for neice & nephew)

on sale? where?

[Seitvonzu]

toys r us-- they were just under 10 dollars...not great, but i had a 10 off 50 coupon that expired yesterday. there are some coupons out now... so maybe combined iwth other shopping it could work out for you?

[kristac]

What we have for our 4 yo DS
-Dolphin Ring Water Game – Just like my childhood one :heartbeat: Dolphin Game (http://www.amazon.com/Fun-Water-Games-Dolphin-Catch/dp/B001I2BOUE/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1286399227&sr=1-1-fkmr1)


I saw some water games similar to the dolphin game at Dollar Tree today. Not as nostalgic as the dolphin one but maybe good fun for $1 (or a disaster waiting to happen- I will definately test it out before christmas).

Also found some "fossils" similar to these:
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51i%2B%2BGu16OL._SL500_AA300_.jpg
http://www.amazon.com/Assorted-Dinosaur-Fossil-Skeleton-Figures/dp/B001M2FNH0/ref=wl_it_dp_o?ie=UTF8&coliid=IWK27XARJ2TD1&colid=2S7ZURV0TL9ST
They came 2 dinos to a pack. I thought I'd get a few sets for each of the boys to bury and dig up in the sandbox.

DS1 (will be 6) expressed interest in the little snowglobes ("I've always wanted one of these!!!") but said he wanted one with glitter in it. He likes those bouncy balls with glitter in them as well.

Wanted to mention the Dollar Tree also had some great wrapping paper- rudolph, thomas, lots more.

Found some other small Lego city sets at the checkout at Target- different from the ones they had in the halloween section. $3.99 (I think the halloween ones were $2.99?)

[vonfirmath]

And this truck set for Sebastian, similar to Automoblox? (they are made of many parts and can be combined with the other vehicles). $9.99

http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/40171472

Obviously I need to get to IKEA (play food as well)

[kristac]

A few more ideas

hacky sacks (what age do you think? Can a 6 year old play hacky sack?)

bubbler toy similar to this: http://www.amazon.com/Zip-Drops-Liquid-Motion-Desk/dp/B0009EP45S/ref=wl_it_dp_o?ie=UTF8&coliid=I3JE2VB80DPME5&colid=2KY1H4HD3NTBU

Tangle

Gyro Wheel
http://www.amazon.com/Schylling-MGW-Magnetic-Gyro-Wheel/dp/B000H66204/ref=pd_sim_t_19

Small Tops

[JTsMom]

I usually dump a box of Crayola poster paints and some paintbrushes in DS1's. Also, Hot Wheels/Matchbox cars, a train, and other stuff.

[Melaine]

toys r us-- they were just under 10 dollars...not great, but i had a 10 off 50 coupon that expired yesterday. there are some coupons out now... so maybe combined iwth other shopping it could work out for you?

Walmart also has them for $9.

[crl]

Thought I'd post what I've got for the kids. I'll probably add some candy to ds and snacks to dd.

Ds, age 7
SF Giants World Series baseball cap
Timex analog watch
Gum
Toothbrush
Floss thingies
Card game

Dd, age 9 months at Christmas
Shoo shoos warm booties
Pink headband
Hanna hat and mittens
Plan Toys clapping roller. http://www.amazon.com/PlanToys-Plan-Preschool-Clapping-Roller/dp/B003COZK6U/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=toys-and-games&qid=1289689376&sr=8-1

[lhafer]

For my 4.5 year old's stocking I have:
- small princess puzzle
- kaleidoscope
- books
- finger puppets
- small doll (like from Pottery Barn Kids)
- silly bandz
- bubbles
- animal crackers

For my 10 month old (at Christmas) I have:
- bathtub toys/letters
- animal crackers
- bubbles
- stacking cups
- sensory balls
- board books
- new hair bows/headbands

[KBecks]

I like these little robot bugs they have at Target. A little spendy but they are small and cute. Hex-somethings?

[KrisM]

I like these little robot bugs they have at Target. A little spendy but they are small and cute. Hex-somethings?

Hex bugs

[kristac]

I like these little robot bugs they have at Target. A little spendy but they are small and cute. Hex-somethings?

Hexbugs :) The Nanos are $8.xx ish on Amazon right now. Last year a few days before christmas Radio Shack had them for $4.99

[bnme]

spin brush
go gos
Build-a-Bear Small fry & outfit
ornament
giant candy cane (or other fun candy that looks like it came straight from the North Pole)
art supplies
chapstick
ski socks
fun knit hat
wallet

[kristac]

Usborne Doodle Cards

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=doodle+cards+usborne&rh=n%3A283155%2Ck%3Adoodle+cards+usborne&ajr=3

[elbenn]

I was thinking about getting the kids Camelbak water bottle. I just wish they were cheaper!

http://www.amazon.com/CamelBak-0-4-Liter-Kids-Bottle-Dinosaurs/dp/B0026IXR54/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=sporting-goods&qid=1290272599&sr=8-2

[Babywhite]

card from Mom and Dad
fun bandaids
'character' socks
new toothbrush
favorite gum
small diary from Big Lots

[brittone2]

So far this is what I'm planning:

a few Dover coloring books and the little stained glass ones they sell for 1.50 each (adding to an amazon order). My kids have both really been into coloring, drawing, etc. lately.

we usually do balsa wood airplanes (family tradition from my childhood)

chapstick

probably some new play doh (i use it as an excuse to replenish our stash)

some sort of small inexpensive bracelet for DD (she's been asking for one)

everyone usually gets a new toothbrush

one or two candy/food items (often something I don't usually buy for them ;) )

DS1 needs gloves so they may go in there

hair stuff for DD

I'm stumped for the baby as we have klean kanteen sippy, he already has some babylegs, good on socks, my parents are buying soft soled shoes for him, we have lots of nice wooden teethers/rattles/small toys. Gotta find a few things for the little guy!

[JoyNChrist]

So far for DS1 (3.5) I have:

Sing-a-ma-jigs (2...hope they fit!)
Temporary tattoos
Silly Bandz (his older cousins got him into them)
Balsa Glider
Hatching dinosaur egg
Watercolor set

FWIW, we got him one of these (http://www.amazon.com/Flingshot-Flying-Monkey-with-Sound/dp/B000HFCLZU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1290470910&sr=8-1&rps=1) last year, and it was a huge hit with kids and adults alike. It still gets laughs.

ETA - Richard Scarry card game, Go Fish cards (the eeboo ones that are shaped like fish), and rainbow Babylegs (he likes to wear them on his arms)

[yellow_jeep]

for newborn boys: Santa Hat Pee-pee Teepee's. HAHA!

http://www.perpetualkid.com/santa-hat-pee-pee-teepee.aspx

[WitMom]

For DDs, age 3 and 6:
-personalized ornament- we do this every year
-socks- again, an "every year" thing
-personalized name rubber stamp (from Etsy)
-magic pen color/activity books
-extra large lollipop
-toothbrush

Hmmm.....that doesn't seem like very much. I thought I had more....

[MommyofAmaya]

Writing this out to see what else I may still need to get:

4.5yo DD

Hello Kitty socks/notepads/coloring books, etc. from Target dollar spot
previously mentioned doll/stuffed animal clothes from Ikea
beanie baby princess dress
ballet slippers from Target
2 leapster games ($5 from Leapfrog sale)
Nick Fit for Wii (still waiting on a deal for this)
nightgown/doll nightgown from Kohl's
Spin brush
toothpaste
princess ornament from Etsy
princess lunch ice packs

2.5yo DS

3 new wheelies for rampway
automoblox knockoffs from Ikea
Disney Pixar cars die cast vehicles (2)
Cars magnets/socks from Target dollar spot
Lightning Mcqueen duplo set
2 Leapster games (for when he plays on DD's Leapster)
race car slippers
toy trumpet
race car ornament
tooth brush
toothpaste

Will fill any remaining space with fruit.

[MommyofAmaya]

I forgot about the custom family peg dolls from Etsy. She just listed them and they are precious. She had such attention to detail, ie. Sebastian's madras pants and my lopsided necklace (which we were wearing in the pic I sent).

http://www.etsy.com/listing/63110878/custom-fancie-family-for-chauncey

[Melaine]

I forgot about the custom family peg dolls from Etsy. She just listed them and they are precious. She had such attention to detail, ie. Sebastian's madras pants and my lopsided necklace (which we were wearing in the pic I sent).

http://www.etsy.com/listing/63110878/custom-fancie-family-for-chauncey

That is adorable!

[Fairy]

The idea of this thread in Sept. is hurting my brain. Stocking stuffers are picked up during those last Target runs in December. :)

Beth

i'm finally playing. Is it too late to be in denial that the holidays are here? Ok, fine. Can't wait to read thru this. In the meantime:

Viewmaster Reels
Phineas & Ferb pens
The annual Pez Dispenser
Marshmellows (he asks for these every year, we have no idea why)

[MommyAllison]

I picked up a few things from the dollar spot at Target and JoAnns yesterday - we'll see what I can remember. :)

DD - 5y/o
Color-your-own fire(?)truck w/markers
Silver sequin princess crown headband
Rubber stamps & stamp pad
Crayons (120 pack Crayola from BTS sale)
Watercolor paints
VeggieTale DVD
Small slinky
Lip balm (Clear Hills Honey fruit flavored)
Christmas hair accessories
Chocolate coin candy
(Real) coins
Crazy 8s card game
Jump rope
Small wooden puzzle
Stackable Crayons
Fleece hat & mittens sets
Small notepad
Pez dispenser

Still to get:
Toothbrush
Orange/clementines
Favorite gum


DS - 2.5y/o
Color-your-own racecar w/markers
Go Fish card game
Foam glider
Wood truck
Lip balm from CCH
Small wooden puzzle
Chocolate coin candy
Stackable crayons
Small slinky
Fleece hat & mittens sets
VeggieTale DVD
Crayons
Watercolors - maybe
(Real) coins
Small notepad
Pez dispenser
Can add some small balls if needed to fill it up

Need to buy:
Toothbrush
Orange/clementines
Stickers

DH
Silly putty
4 pack of Stanley tape measures

Need to get:
Chocolate
??? help.

What are you putting in your DH's stocking?

ETA: Pez!

[MommyAllison]

i'm finally playing. Is it too late to be in denial that the holidays are here? Ok, fine. Can't wait to read thru this. In the meantime:

Viewmaster Reels
Phineas & Ferb pens
The annual Pez Dispenser
Marshmellows (he asks for these every year, we have no idea why)

Ooh Pez. My kids have been asking for them at the grocery store check-out. Thanks, adding to my list now! :)

[Fairy]

I have picked up a lot for my 5YO DD:
Small Lego Sets
A sack of marbles
Giant Jacks and a bouncy ball

Stuff I haven't bought yet:
I always include a toothbrush and an ornament (I think I'll do disney this year).
Lip glosses/nail polish
Hair clips/headbands
Maybe a DVD - Toy Story 3?
Silly Bands if she still likes them
arts and crafts


I also shop for 4 YO boy:
They had Star Wars Clone Wars pens, coloring books at Dollar Spot at Target
Some Imaginext stuff from Target Toy Clearance
Small bagged Lego Sets
Lego Series 2 minifigures

Almost 2 YO girl:
Animalz from last year's sale
Finger puppets
Maybe a small duplo set

Did you get your ornament yet? Disney Store has a TON and they're really adorable and not expensive.

[WitMom]

The Etsy family is cute! I must resist, I must resist!

[calv]

The Etsy family is cute! I must resist, I must resist!

ditto, omg i want a family for ME in MY stocking. SO CUTE. never seen these before. thanks for the link. ;)

[MommyofAmaya]

ditto, omg i want a family for ME in MY stocking. SO CUTE. never seen these before. thanks for the link. ;)

I am now considering getting them for all the families on on our list after seeing what a good job she did..... ie. a more playful version of Willow Tree figurines.

I originally got them to induce Amaya into actually playing with her dollhouse (chalet), but we'll see which stocking they actually end up in.

[KrisM]

Okay. I have lists :).

DS1:
Hexbug
slippers
Slamwich game
calculator
Looney Tunes dvd
toothbrush
Pez

DD:
Ariel mini princess
slippers
Fancy Nancy card game
doll accessories (sunglasses, necklace, ice skates)
Tinker Bell dvd
tooth brush
Pez:

DS2:
slippers
Anamalz
Toy Story 3 DVD
tooth brush
Pez

Some of you must have huge stockings!

[octmom]

I've barely done any shopping yet, but I did pick up a couple of Hex Bug Nanos at Target today for stockings. They are on sale this week for $4.99. DS and DD each have one already and they love them.

[Babymakes3]

I think I finally almost have ds's stocking finished. I either already have or are planning on getting this stuff.

Clementine cuties
mini candy canes
marshmallow xmas lolli's
chapstick
toy story bandaids
toothbrush
Cars temporary tattoos
Handy Manny stickers
socks
Disney cars diecast fillmore and red
Handy Manny dvd
push pop
flashlight
Crocs (he has a serious shoe fetish!)
magna doodle mini
1 tonka mini truck (out of a 3 pk)
$1 spot wooden tow truck
wheelies christmas tow truck

[wimama]

What we have for our 4 yo DS


-Toy Story 3 DVD (pre-ordered)
-Dolphin Ring Water Game – Just like my childhood one :heartbeat: Dolphin Game (http://www.amazon.com/Fun-Water-Games-Dolphin-Catch/dp/B001I2BOUE/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1286399227&sr=1-1-fkmr1)
-Stepper Stilts – (I have to turn them upside down and the bottom lip of them sticks out of his stocking a bit. But, we have a long winter up here and I like any cheap toy that burns off some energy) Stepper Stilts (http://www.amazon.com/Just-Jump-It-Stepper-Stilts/dp/B000ELSZRU/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1286397372&sr=8-7)
-Lego Toy Story Aliens Bagged set
-Dinosaur Egg that hatches in water
-I will definitely get a small amount candy

I picked up most of the stocking stuffers at a local Learning Express sale.

Other things I am considering:

-Automoblox Mini or Playmobil figure to poke out top of the stocking.
-A small set of basic Lego blocks to dump into the stocking as filler – My DS Lego collection is very small. He needs some basic bricks.

I am done shopping and I did a trial run on stuffing his stocking, while I was wrapping last night. It is pretty jam packed, since we are limiting the number of presents he is receiving this year under the tree and we don't normally buy him toys or treats on a day to day basis. We do a bigger birthday and Christmas instead.

Here is the final stocking contents:

-Toy Story 3 DVD
-Dolphin Waterful Ring Toss Game
-Stepper Stilts
-Two LeapFrog Explorer Games
-Lego Toy Story Aliens Bagged set
-Phonic Comic book (if it fits, didn't try it yet)
-Little Flashlight
-Little Dinosaur Egg that hatches in water
-Little Fish that grows in water
-Stickers
-Candy
-Playmobil Feeding Birds Set (Santa customized the set to include a Grandma figure instead of a little girl and repackaged in a little bag tied with a bow. DS's Grandma likes to feed the birds and has a bunch of birdfeeders. So, Mommy & Daddy think the set is pretty funny.):love-retry:

[daisymommy]

Little bags of Legos to make either a Christmas Tree or a Snowman. Found at Toys-R-Us for $3

[kijip]

T, who is a 7 year old boy:

Watercolor pencils
Fridge rover
Pocket scope
Smartwool socks
Chocolates
Snowflake sugar cookies
Orange
Booklight
Mad libs
Kids chopsticks

F, who is a 2 year old boy:

Chocolate
Orange
Kids chopsticks
Stockmar crayons
Little book about trains
Snowflake sugar cookies
Smartwool socks
Likely something else I grab today. I dunno.