How to Buy Inexpensive Stocking Stuffers

Finding inexpensive stocking stuffers isn't hard and can be turned into a treasure hunt of sorts. Whether a tight budget or a desire for simplicity has your family enjoying a less expensive holiday this year, there are hundreds of ways to save money while still enjoying the fun of gift giving and surprises. Look around for inexpensive stocking stuffers -- they're everywhere.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. 
   Paintable toy

   Check out hobby and craft stores for inexpensive stocking stuffers. Many have mini craft kits, puzzles, candles and small toys for 50 cents to $2 each. You'll find a wealth of inexpensive stocking stuffers, especially if you watch the sales.

2. 
   Bulk candy

   Buy bargain packs and split them up for all the stockings you need to stuff. Think chapstick, gum, fun pens, hair accessories, playing cards, snacks. Warehouse stores are great sources of low-priced bulk items.

3. Check out discount stores and clearance isles. Stores like Big Lots and TJ Maxx carry many quality, name brand items at deep discounts from department and specialty store prices.

4. 
   Sale ads

   Keep an eye on the weekly sales flyers in your newspaper. With more people becoming budget conscious, not to mention times of economic uncertainty, business will be competing fiercely for each doller. Watch as prices are slashed -- you'll find plenty of ideas for inexpensive stocking stuffers.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep an eye out for stocking stuffers throughout the year and store them in a designated box so you can find them come December.

Resources

• Wood Model Kit-Titanic $1.99
• Small 3D Dino Puzzle in Jurassic Egg $1.49
• Pioneer 5x7 Mini Photo Album $2

[MicheleLTune]

on 11/11/2008 Great ideas! I gave it 5 stars! Can you believe Christmas is so close?

[LucyRN]

on 11/10/2008 I love stocking stuffers, great ideals!