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19 Gifts Small Enough for Any Stocking

By Julia Kramer Published On

The winter holidays are creeping up on us, and some of you may be thinking of starting your gift shopping early. Our advice? Start small. It’s easy to put off shopping for the little things that typically fill Christmas stockings, are handed out during Hanukkah, or fit the bill for Secret Santa and white elephant exchanges. But why add unnecessary stress by procrastinating?

Treat your friend who loves to host a cocktail hour to an electric corkscrew or give your game-obsessed niece a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle. Here are 19 small-but-meaningful presents to get that gift-shopping ball rolling.

Top-down view of Morihata Sasawashi wool winter room boots showing navy felt and gray tweed uppers and soft suede soles on a white marble background

1. Morihata Sasawashi Japanese Wool Winter Room Boots, opens in a new tab

If the person you’re shopping for is a homebody who prioritizes being cozy, it doesn’t get much better than these wool slippers. They’re super soft, absorb moisture and odors, and are the perfect at-home accessory.

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Angled view of 500-piece jigsaw puzzle showing champagne glasses print with scattered pieces, popcorn, and drinks on rust tablecloth

2. Piecework Modern Jigsaw Puzzles (500 Pieces), opens in a new tab

If someone you love is always up for a challenge, surprise them with a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle in Champagne Problems, Disco Queen, Gone Fishin', or Tickled Pink themes.

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Top view of wooden flower-shaped salad servers showing carved floral heads and warm wood grain on a beige linen tablecloth

3. Flower Salad Servers, opens in a new tab

Whoever receives this gorgeous serving set will surely be making their favorite fall and winter salads until spring.

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Front view of Kinto vacuum insulated travel tumblers showcasing flat lids and matte color finishes with a pale blue background

4. Kinto Vacuum Insulated Travel Tumbler, opens in a new tab

If you’re shopping for someone who’s always on the go, they’ll love this insulated travel tumbler from Kinto. It’s perfect for keeping any coffee or tea (or soup!) at the right temperature on the go.

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Front view of Stone Hollow popcorn gift set with a glass jar of kernels, a bottle of flavored oil, and a wooden box on white

5. Stone Hollow Farmstead Artisanal Popcorn Gift Set, opens in a new tab

Who doesn’t love a gift you can eat? Each box of this non-GMO popcorn set comes with kernels for popping, oil for drizzling, and salt for sprinkling (spicy or herby, your choice).

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Close-up of French wood electric corkscrew with wood finish removing a cork from a wine bottle, wine glass nearby

6. French Wood Electric Corkscrew, opens in a new tab

Anyone who hosts often (or just enjoys a nice glass of wine at home) has probably grown tired of their manual corkscrew. This electric alternative is easy to use—just press it onto the top of the bottle and it’ll automatically do its thing—making it the perfect gift that’s thoughtful, useful, and cute.

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Front view of ceramic panda salt and pepper shakers with glossy black and white glaze on pale marble

7. Quail Ceramics Panda Salt & Pepper Shaker Set, opens in a new tab

Speaking of cute, it doesn't get much cuter than Quail Ceramics’ whimsical salt shakers, egg cups, and other tabletop accessories. This panda set is a perfect gift for anyone who loves a unique design piece or one-of-a-kind accent.

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Close-up of folded Bright Botanical Suzani napkins, set of four, showing colorful floral Suzani print and pink piped edges on a pale marble background

8. Food52 X St. Frank Bright Botanical Suzani Napkins, Set Of 4, opens in a new tab

Drawn, embroidered, and sewn together by hand, this exclusive napkin set from St. Frank features a beautiful botanical print perfect for adding a pop of color and texture to any dining table.

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Close-up of Dreamfarm citrus press and handheld grater showing ergonomic yellow press and black grater with green accents

9. Dreamfarm 2-Piece Citrus Set, opens in a new tab

Anyone who loves to bake, cook, or make cocktails at home needs a juicer and zester they can rely on. Even better, this set from Dreamfarm is small enough to subtly slip into any stocking.

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Close-up of Farmhouse Pottery 5-piece barware set with brass cocktail shaker, jigger, strainer and spoon beside white beaker on light background

10. Farmhouse Pottery Barware, opens in a new tab

Fitting a full bar set into a stocking might be tough. But break up the pieces into individual boxes or different nights of gifts, and anyone who enjoys cocktails at home will be pleasantly surprised. The set—which can be purchased a la carte—includes a long mixing spoon, a cocktail beaker, a jigger, a julep strainer, and a cocktail shaker.

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Close up view of green glass Havana, Cuba candle with two wicks and a black label on a pale background

11. St. Frank Havana Scented Candle, opens in a new tab

Candles are gifts that are easy to love. This one from St. Frank has notes of mint, basil, and lemon and was hand-poured into a glass vessel handblown in Hidalgo, Mexico.

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Close-up of two green porcelain candlestick holders showing textured rhombe pattern with tall tapered brown candles on a white tablecloth

12. Rhombe Color Porcelain Candle Holders, Set Of 2, opens in a new tab

Danish brand Lyngby is known for rediscovering heritage Scandinavian styles, and the Rhombe collection does just that. These candle holders are inspired by archival pieces and feature colors that were developed in collaboration with design duo Stilleben.

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Close-up view of hand-painted ceramic bowl showcasing blue brushstroke interior, gold dot rim and red accent on a neutral background

13. VIETRI Hand-Painted Italian Campagna Olive Oil Bowl, opens in a new tab

Inspired by Southern Italy’s rustic countryside, these handmade bowls make for an adorable addition to any kitchen collection. Choose from six vibrant colors and animal motifs to find the dish that's right for the person in mind.

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top view of black match holder filled with wooden matches with green tips on white background

14. Cast Iron Match Striker, opens in a new tab

This small accessory is a fantastic gift for anyone who is always lighting candles, incense, or collecting matches. Each striker holds a handful of wooden matches, which will ignite when struck against the surface. Each set features a built-in dish to cool used matches before discarding and comes packaged in a sweet kraft box for gifting. Matches sold separately.

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Front view of yellow rectangular alarm clock with white dial, black numerals, and orange second hand on white background

15. Wood Block Alarm Clock, opens in a new tab

Go back in time with this nostalgic retro alarm clock that's small enough to fit on any tabletop, shelf, or counter. Each one is carved from Japanese Beech and lightly stained a rich daffodil yellow to show off the beauty of its natural wood grain.

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Wooden spoon resting in a speckled ceramic dish beside a folded white tea towel with navy grid pattern on a white surface

16. Speckled Stoneware Spoon Rest, opens in a new tab

If you're shopping for someone who's always cooking, surprise them with this speckled spoon rest. Individually handcrafted by an artist in New York City, each varies slightly, making for a perfectly unique gift any home cook will love.

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Front view of stacked colorful pillar candles showing layered cylinders and textured finish on a white mantel

17. Candle Stack, opens in a new tab

This stackable candle is a fun way to play around with color and design. Choose from a four-, six-, or seven-stack set and whoever unwraps this gift will be able to dismantle, stack, burn and rebuild it in a number of ways, however fits their space best.

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18. Brass Coaster, Set of 4, opens in a new tab

Treat your friend or family member who loves to host with this set of four brass coasters. Each one has a cork base to help prevent slipping and is a stylish way to protect their surfaces.

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Two vintage patterned glasses of creamy cocktails topped with skewered dark cherries on a red-checked tray against a plywood backdrop

19. Retro Stem Glassware, opens in a new tab

This glassware collection is ideal for anyone who loves a splash of vintage or retro decor. Each piece was designed to evoke a sense of nostalgia and is handcrafted from high-quality glass, showcasing intricate patterns and bold colors of a retro era.

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