101 Christmas Stocking Gift Ideas for Grown Ups

One of the greatest trials and tribulations of Christmas gift-giving is finding Christmas stocking stuffers for gown ups. Children are easy. Lots of candy and dollar store toys easily fill the stockings of good little girls and boys. Once they grow up, what do you get to fill their bigger stockings? Here are 101 helpful ideas:

Stocking Stuffer #101 - Five Fast-Food Gift Certificates. Think of it as a week's worth of free lunch for people on the run.

Stocking Stuffer #100 - A Memory Stick for A Laptop Computer. For that laptop junkie you just can't forget.

Stocking Stuffer #99 - A Swiss Army Pocket Knife. The perfect utility tool for the wine lover who never wants to get caught without a screw driver.

Stocking Stuffer #98 - Four Clear Pocket Rain Panchos In plastic cases. An ideal accessory for any briefcase or purse.

Stocking Stuffer #97 - A Pocket or Purse Size Umberlla. A rainy day gift for people who think panchos are oly worn by police officers and postal workers.

Stocking Stuffer #96 - Prepaid Long Distance Calling Cards. For cell phone addicts who in case they rundown their battery and don't carry a spare phone.

Stocking Stuffer #95 - Extra Ear Pods For Your I Pod or I MAC. Hey you can never have too many.

Stocking Stuffer #94 - A Visa, MasterCard or American Express Gift Card. A Sure To Please For the Hard To Please on Your List.

Stocking Stuffer #93 - CD or DVD Bonus Pack To Download the Gift of Music. It's a very appreciated and a very practical gift. Everybody's always running out of blank CDs and DVDs.

Stocking Stuffer #92 - Jewel Cases for The CDs and DVDs. A couple of 6 packs of cases fit every stocking and help protect the precious songs or memories people have loaded onto their discs.

Stocking Stuffer #91 - Connoisseur's Cork Screw. Available in Every Size and Shape. No Wine lover can ever have too many. Some wine enthusiasts actually collect cork screws.

Stocking Stuffer #90 - 2 Bottles of Noveau Beaujolais. Light, bright and fruity and just in time for the holidays, Beaujolais makes is an excellent gift stocking stuffer for people who are insecure about their knowledge of wine. A Noveau Beaujolais can be served with almost any food and because it's French, it's impressive.

Stocking Stuffer #89 - 12 Seasonally Scented Candles. Three scents each for winter, spring, summer and fall. There are so many sizes, styles, colors and scents to choose from at most dollar stores. For people who love to entertain at home, votive candles and glass holders make a wonderful gift.

Stocking Stuffer #88 - Subscription to Gourmet Magazine. Ideal for cooks or people who like to have others cook for them

Stocking Stuffer #87- Gourmet Potato Ricer. A handy gadget for chefs who want to give the humble spud a whole new twist. Believe it or not, it's a kitchen gadget many cooks never seem to have when a recipe calls for this style of potato or other vegetable.

Stocking Stuffer #86 - Set of Personalized Bookmarks in Leather or Brass. An ideal gift that makes a literary statement.

Stocking Stuffer #85 - A Lowe's or Home Depot Gift Card. Lets the do-it yourselfer do your Chirstmas shopping for them

Stocking Stuffer #84 - Twenty Five Instant Lottery Tickets . Make it a scratch and "see if you won a million dollars Christmas morning. Everybody love lottery tickets and who knows - your gift just might help someone start off the New Year as a millionaire.

Stocking Stuffer #83 - A manicure and nail polish set

Stocking Stuffer #82 - Deluxe set of Playing Cards and Poker Chips

Stocking Stuffer #81 - A pocket bible

Stocking Stuffer #80 - A Brass or Sterling Silver Initial Stick Pin For Ladies

Stocking Stuffer #79 - Set of Wine Bottle Stoppers and Drip Collars. Most wine shops and gourmet stores carry an assortment of creative wine bottle stoppers and drip collars that will fit every budget and stocking

Stocking Stuffer #78 - Isotoner Leather Gloves for Him or Her. Keep the hands you love to hold nice and warm with these practical and stylish gloves available in several colors.

Stocking Stuffer #77- Monogrammed Chef's Hat. Makes any cook the king or queen of their kitchen. Both the traditional white and the more avant garde blue denim are available in most restaurant supply shops

Stocking Stuffer #76 - Brass Monogramned Money Clip. A classy and practical stocking gift. A money clip not only helps organize bills and keep a nice line on a gentleman's pants, it also helps prevent losing loose bills when you take keys or another item out of a pocket.

Stocking Stuffer #75 - Totes Rubbers or Boots. Another practical stocking gift. It's great for executives and others on the go who care about protecting their shoes but don't want to lug a pair of boots or rubbers around.

Stocking Stuffer #74 - A Subscription to Travel+Leisure Magazine. For avid travelers or armchair travelers who prefer to travel the globe from home, this long-time favorite magazine is one stocking stuffer they'll use and appreciate all year long.

Stocking Stuffer #73 - Note Cards and Envelopes. People always need a quick all occasion note card to say a quick hi or thanks but never think to buy note cards for themselves. That's why they always make a perfect holiday gift.

Stocking Stuffer #72 - Marinate Injector. Cooks who try them, just love them because the results get kudos from everyone. This simple device almost guarantees succulent and savory holiday turkeys, grilled steaks and seafood, and unbelievable BBQ ribs.

Stocking Stuffer #71 - A Keychain Flashlight. It's probably one of the most useful little gifts anyone could ever receive. Just ask yourself, how many times have you struggled to find the front door keys because someone forgot to leave the front light on. Ever have trouble trying to find the right key on your keychain in the dark. Best of all, they come in all sizes, shapes, styles and price ranges and are so easy to find.

Stocking Stuffer #70 - Wallet Card Sized Magnifier. It's a great gift for people who dine out a lot in dimly lit restaurants and have trouble reading the menu ... or the check. You don't have to wear glasses to appreciate this gift. I don't wear glasses and I have 3 of these my wife gave me as a stocking stuffer- I use them at least several times a week.

Stocking Stuffer #70 - A Clip on Mini Book Of Light. All of us like to read in bed while our partner is trying to sleep. This tiny battery powered light clamps onto any book or magazine so you can read without getting all those nasty grunts and groans from the person beside you. It's another simple, thoughtful, inexpensive and appreciated gift.

Stocking Stuffer #69 - Coffee Mug Warmer. Everybody gives tasteless or tacky coffee mugs. Stuff their stocking with a warmer to keep all these mugs warm. Great for use at home or in the office.

Stocking Stuffer #68 - Pocket Size Personal Groomer. Every gentleman who sports sideburns, a moustache or beard needs a little shaping up now and then. This gift makes it easy to do it in the bathroom in the morning, in the car, at the office, or just about anywhere. A great gift for women with super short hairdos too.

Stocking Stuffer #67 - A Barnes & Noble or Borders Gift Certificate. Why give a book they may already have when you can give them a gift that lets them pick it out for themselves.

Stocking Stuffer #66 - A Tire Pressure Gauge. Properly inflated tires increase gas mileage, save tire wear and save money.With gas prices averaging around $3.50 a gallon, this stocking stuffer can help any guy or gal a bundle.

Stocking Stuffer #65 - Warm Ugly Slippers. When its cold outside or you're feeling under the weather, warm and toasty slippers (the uglier and furrier the better) make you feel much better. Best of all, they're available everywhere.

Stocking Stuffer #64 - Picture Frames. Everybody has those great snapshots with family and friends but no 4 x 6 frame to put them in. A few brass, bronze, silver or dark wood 4x6 inch frames make great stocking stuffers for anyone on your list. Even teenagers.

Stocking Stuffer #63 - Cloth Napkins People who love to entertain at home can never have too many sets of cloth napkins to add a touch of elegance and variety to their dinner parties. Choose solid colors like black, burgundy, hunter green, beige or the old stand by, white.
Stocking Stuffer #62 - Napkin Rings. Don't want to go the napkin route, everybody who loves to entertain will love a set of napkin rings. Napkin rings range in style and price from the simple to the sublime. The choice is yours.

Stocking Stuffer #61 - Business Card Case. Every corporate or home business executive can never have too many business card cases - one for the office, one for the car, one to carry around in your jeans and one to take to the beach or on vacation. You can find them anywhere in leather, vinyl, bronze, silver, gold, even bamboo. Have fun an be original.

Stocking Stuffer #60 - A Digital Meat Thermometer Fork. A great gift for anyone who likes to barbeque steaks, chops, chicken or fish. It instantly tells you when what you're cooking reaches the right temperature. Great for people who tailgate grill too and in the kitchen.

Stocking Stuffer #59 - Sunglass Case. Designer shades aren't cheap. It pays to protect them in an eyeglass case that keeps them safe, shining and scratch-free. Suit the style to the wearer- conservative, funky, tropical or whatever seems right.

Stocking Stuffer #58 - Monogrammed Handkerchiefs. Ideal stocking stuffers for him or for her. It's classy, personal and unique - and old fashioned yet back in style.

Stocking Stuffer #57 - Gourmet Infused Cooking Oil. A variety of gourmet olive oils infused with unique spices and other ingredients can make great gifts. These are easily found in gourmet shops, restaurant supply shops, specialty stores and if you look hard, even in some dollar stores.

Stocking Stuffer #56 - A Night Out At The Movies. Almost everybody loves going out to the movies. But now, a night out at the cinema for two including popcorn and snacks cost about $25. Prepaid gift certificates are available from local theaters or online. They are one gift that can be appreciated by all.

Stocking Stuffer #55 - Baby or Parent Sitting Certificate. For people who have children or elderly parents under their care at home, certificates that can be redeemed for your babysitting services so they can get a night out make wonderful gifts. Just go to your computer and design a personalized certificate, sign it, put it in an envelope and stuff it in their stocking. It's that easy.

Stocking Stuffer #54 - Travel Toiletry Kit. Most men and women can use a leather, Vinyl or cloth kit to hold their personal toiletries when they travel. They come in a variety of styles, sizes, shapes and prizes. Most can fit easily into a Christmas Stocking.

Stocking Stuffer #53 - An American Express Restaurant Gift Card. This great stocking stuffer lets you treat people to dinner at their favorite restaurant or almost any restaurant that accepts the American Express Card. You can specify a specific dollar amount or leave the amount open for the complete meal of their choice and have it charged to your credit card. It's an easy gift that's always appreciated.

Stocking Stuffer #52 - Giant Sized Multi-Function TV Remote. Several manufactures make a super-sized big button remote that's so big it can't get lost in the couch, or for that matter anywhere. With king sized buttons, it's easy to see and easy to use, even for guys with larger than average hands. Shops like Brookstone and the Sharper Image usually have these in stock year round.

Stocking Stuffer #51 - Gourmet Coffee Beans. Many gourmet coffee sites offer dozens of different coffees, including special blends for the Christmas season. Just google "Gourmet Coffee" and you'll be amazed of all the choices available. Most companies ship within 24 hours.

Stocking Stuffer #50 - Gourmet Tea Collections. For the tea drinkers on your list, interesting selections of gourmet teas are available all over the internet. Just search "gourmet teas" or visit your local gourmet shop.

Stocking Stuffer #49 - Van Gogh Gift Set. The Vodka, of course, not miniature paintings by Vincent himself. Van Gogh Vodka makes a set of bottles of their flavored vodka that fit perfectly into stockings. Available at most liquor stores.

Stocking Stuffer #48 - Travel Garment Steamer. Regardless of how carefully you pack, clothes always get wrinkled in the suitcase. Travel size steamers make ideal stocking stuffers for anyone on your list who travels for business, pleasure or both.

Stocking Stuffer #47 - Sleep Mask. These practical stocking stuffers are great for light sleepers or travelers to use on airplanes, in hotel rooms or at home. Masks come in various styles and features.

Stocking Stuffer #46 - Passport and Travel Document Wallet. With tightened airport security, it's important to keep your tickets, boarding passes, passports, identification and other documents in one safe organized place. A great stuffer for anyone who travels.

Stocking Stuffer #45 - Laptop Security Alarm. Tiny device that attaches to any laptop computer that sounds off a piercing alarm if anyone tries to move or steal the laptop. Available at CompUSA, Office Max and Office Depot and other locations.
Stocking Stuffer #44 - Motorized Grill Cleaner. A great gift for all back yard chefs who love cooking but hate cleaning the grill.

Stocking Stuffer #43 - Pocket Golf Ball & Shoe Cleaner. Everybody knows somebody who golfs. This useful and thoughtful stocking stuffer can be found at most sporting good shops and at Sharper Image and Brookstone style stores. You can find models at most golf shops and pro shops, but be prepared to pay more a little more.

Stocking Stuffer #42 - Personal Pocket or Purse Fan. A great stocking stuffer for people who work in stuffy cubicles or who have to ride mass transit to and from work.

Stocking Stuffer #41- Electronic Key Finder. This high tech key ring has a separate remote switch that helps you track down it down in case you misplace it.

Stocking Stuffer #40 - Digital Travel Alarm Clock. There's a variety of multi-featured digital alarm clocks available at shops everywhere. This stocking stuffer comes in handy on either vacation or business trips.

Stocking Stuffer #39 - Electronic Golf Scorekeeper. It's another handy gadget any golfer would love to find in his or her Christmas stockkng.

Stocking Stuffer #38 - Hot/Cold Therapeutic Neck Wrap. Great stocking stuffer for anyone. Provides soothing heat or coolness to tense stiff muscles.

Stocking Stuffer #37- Electronic Hand Held Sudoku Game. Suduko Fans will love this easy to use touch screen game loaded with 750 New York Times Suduko puzzles with varying degrees of difficulty. You can find this at Brookstone stores in most large malls.

Stocking Stuffer #36 - Digital Photo Album. Pocket and purse size I-pod style photo album provides a digital slide show of your favorite photos. It's the perfect stocking stuffer for new parents or grandparents.

Stocking Stuffer #35 - Personal Massager. There's a variety of personal massagers available in all sizes, shapes and price ranges. Linen & Things, Bed Bath & Beyond, The Sharper Image, Brookstone, Walgreens and CVS have various models in various price ranges with many under $25.

Stocking Stuffer #34 - Tennis Balls. Got an avid tennis player. An extra can of their favorite brand tennis ball always comes in handy and makes a great stocking stuffer.

Stocking Stuffer #33 - Transistor Radio. A small transistor radio is great to have in the house during blackouts, blizzards, hurricanes or just simple power outages. It's a great stocking stuffer for hikers, campers and backpackers too.

Stocking Stuffer #32 - Small Sterling Silver Cross. Christ is the reason for the season. A small cross makes an excellent stocking stuffer for the spiritually-inclined on your list.

Stocking Stuffer #31-Tire Minder Valve -Save Money on Gas with these caps thatclip directly onto the tire valves and turn red when the tire is not at the optimum pressure. Properly inflated tires improve mileage and cut gas costs. Available at Brookstone.

Stocking Stuffer #30 - Engraved Metallic Luggage Tages. This great stocking stuffer makes it easy to identify your luggage on the airport carousel and easy to return to you if lost. Available on the internet and at gift shops and mall kiosks.

Stocking Stuffer #29 - Candy Coal. Got somebody on your list who's naughty at all the right times? Reward them with some sweet candy coal in their stocking from LL Bean.

Stocking Stuffer #28 - Pedometer. A welcome stocking stuffer for walkers and joggers of all ages. Available at sporting goods stores, fitness shops, online and at many gift shops.

Stocking Stuffer #27 - Snowball Maker. LL Bean has several of these crazy gadgets that make great stocking stuffers for kids of all ages - except those living in Florida or Southern California.

Stocking Stuffer #26 - Fleece or Foam Seat Belt Pads. Keeps seat belts from cutting and digging in and helps make driving more comfortable. Also prevents seat belts from crinkling delicate fine clothing.

Stocking Stuffer #25 - Quartz Head Light Band. Adds an extra light and an extra measure of safety when making repairs around the house. A great stocking stuffer for cyclists or joggers who are on the road after dark too.

Stocking Stuffer #24 - Digital Stream Thermometer. The perfect stocking stuffer for the trout fisherman on your list. Available at Orvis shops or on their web site.

Stocking Stuffer #23 - Starbuck's Gift Card. A thoughtful and useful stuffer for the latte-lovers and cappuccino cravers on your list.

Stocking Stuffer #22 - A Good Old Fashioned Whiskey Flask. It's a great stocking stuffer to help keep sports fans warm and happy at the stadium. Great for fisherman, hunters, hikers and anyone who likes a little nip now and then.

Stocking Stuffer #21 - NFL Team Jersey, T Shirt or Cap. Great stocking stuffers for the football fans on your list. Got baseball fans? MLB apparel make great stocking stuffers too.

Stocking Stuffer #20 - Handheld Forecaster. Great stocking stuffer for skiers, hunters, boaters, fishermen and any outdoor enthusiasts whose fun and safety depends on the weather. Available at Bass Pro Shops and online at their web site.

Stocking Stuffer #19 - Cordless Optical Mouse. This little computer accessory makes using a laptop or desktop computer easier. Available at Office Depot, Office Max, Comp USA or any computer store.

Stocking Stuffer #18 - Computer Mini-Speakers. Even the smallest speakers add to enjoyment to music or gaming for any laptop or desktop computer owner on your list. Prices start as low as $25.

Stocking Stuffer #17 -Blank Page Book or Diary. Perfect for keeping a travel diary or notes for a novel in the works.

Stocking Stuffer #16 - Hands Free Cell Phone Ear Set. Stuff their stockings with ease and safety. With more and more municipalities requiring hands free operation of cell phones while driving, this is a great stocking stuffer idea.

Stocking Stuffer #15 - Personal Embosser. This stocking stuffer will rate everyone's seal of approval. Emboss books, letters, napkins and items with your own personal seal. Available at Barnes & Noble, Williams Sonoma and other fine stores as well as various online sources.

Stocking Stuffer #14 - A Silk Scarf For Him or Her. Timelessly elegant and practical gift for him or her.

Stocking Stuffer #13 - A Bandana. It's the silk scarf for the rednecks on your list. Choose a nice red, blue, black or confederate stripe in cotton.

Stocking Stuffer #12 - Battery Packs. A great stocking stuffer for anyone with kids, including yourself or your spouse. Be sure to include 4 packs of AA. AAA, C, and D batteries. It's probably the most useful stocking stuffer ever on Christmas morning.

Stocking Stuffer #11- Coffee Bean/Spice Grinder. Food lovers, cooks and coffee perfectionists will appreciate a way to grind their beans or spices to perfection.

Stocking Stuffer #10 - Architectural Digest Subscription. Without a doubt, the world's most prestigious and beautiful magazine. A subscription is always a most elegant and appreciated gift.

Stocking Stuffer #9 - 6 Bottle Sampler of Imported Beers. It's a treat for beer lovers and heaven for rednecks.

Stocking Stuffer #8 - Martini Makers Kit. Everything you need to make the perfect martini - shaken or stirred.

Stocking Stuffer #7 - Anything Angels. Christmas is the season of angels. It's when angels do their greatest work. Any angel gift- a picture, a statue, a book or candle is sure to bring special rewards during this special time of year.

Stocking Stuffer #6 - Amazon Gift Certificate. Chances are whatever they want they can find here.

Stocking Stuffer #5 - Jumper Cables. Too many people don't keep jumper cables in the car for emergency situations. It's a simple but overlooked stocking stuffer someone could use.

Stocking Stuffer #4 - Elegant Coaster Set. People who love to entertain at home can never have too many coasters, especially if they have a reputation for throwing great parties and everyone they invite ... and then some ... attend.

Stocking Stuffer #3-Reconnect With A Former Friend or Loved One. We all have people who were once special in our lives that we've lost contact with for one reason or another. Take a moment to pick up the phone and reconnect. Then send any small gift or just a handwritten note to put into their Christmas stocking.

Stocking Stuffer #2- A Charitable Contribution In Their Name. It's one stocking stuffer that conveys the true meaning of the season.

Stocking Stuffer #1 - A small box of Godiva Chocolate Truffles. if you're going to put candy in someone's stocking, why not make it the best.

Christmas is all about love and forgiveness. It's all about the Christ Child who was born into this world because He loves us and would die so we could be forgiven. Shouldn't we do the same?

Merry Christmas ... Seasons Greetings ... Happy Holidays.