Christmas Stocking Stuffers for Moms

Mom, the first word you uttered as a baby, the first person to care for you, and the first person you ran to when in distress.

How can you show your appreciation for her during the Christmas season? You have chosen the gift, but you now want to fill her stocking in thanks for all the things she has done for you.

Big or small, the best gifts are the ones that have a meaning behind them, that truly match her personality, the ones that she can look upon, enjoy and be reminded of you.

Think of activities or hobbies she takes pleasure in and then look at the next few ideas. You may want to use them for inspiration or to consider as stocking stuffers.

For the "do-it-yourself" mom

This type of mom is very creative and most times frugal. She enjoys fixing broken things, creating new ones from old ones. She loves crafts. She grows her own vegetables and cans them too. Her hands are always working on something.

Subscription to a gardening magazine, or a craft magazine, or a do-it-yourself magazine
Prices start at $7.97
http://www.magazines.com/category/home-gardening

Garden for the Cause Pouch and Pruner set.
"Gardening Set 2-pc. Set Includes 8" Bypass Pruner. Great for Storing and Carrying Garden Tools. A portion of all sales will go directly to the National Breast Cancer Foundation." List price $9.99
http://www.target.com

For the "perfect hostess" mom

This type of mom thrives when busy entertaining friends and family. For her, any day is a good day to have company at the house. Whether it's the birthday party for her children, a business dinner for her spouse (or herself), or a simple dinner with the family, she enjoys setting up the table and spoil those sharing the meal.

Napkin Origami: 25 Creative and Fun Ideas for Napkin Folding
From Sterling/Hollan. List price $9.95
This book received a four star rating out of five. It contains ideas that vary from basic to challenging. Instructions are detailed and easy to follow.
http://www.amazon.com/Napkin-Origami-Creative-Ideas-Folding/dp/1402752954

Chef Soap
"Don't ask us how, but rubbing your hands on this disk under a stream of water washes away any unwanted aromas and leaves your hands smelling like, well, hands. Best of all, you only need to buy one since they last forever!" List price $7.99
http://www.perpetualkid.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=3169

For the "loves sports" mom

This type of mom enjoys watching football, or playing golf, or swimming, in short she enjoys anything that falls under the category of sports. You can find her coaching a little league team or cheering for her favorite player.

Two tickets to her favorite sporting event (and she might just take you!)
http://www.ticketsnow.com/Sports_Tickets.html

Snap Capps - 4 Pack for those times she is watching her favorite game while drinking soda
from a can.
"The Snap Capp turns your ordinary can of soda or beer or energy drink into a spill proof 12 oz. can! They are easy to use, just open your drink, snap it on the top and you're good to go - Snap Capp. It's got a removable cap for drinking and it's air tight so you won't have any spillage and the screw top lid will keep your fizz in and the bugs out! When you're done, just pop it off, rinse it and use it again." List price $12.95
http://www.cgets.com/shop/snap-capps-4-pack.html

For the "hard-working business woman" mom
This type of mom works full time outside the home. She may be the chief financial officer of the company or the secretary; either way, she gives 100% to her job. She is dedicated, dependable, and organized.

Be Inspired, Be Silly, Just Be Perpetual Calendar
"RWR Innovations - Be Inspired, Be Silly, Just Be is a perpetual calendar about being you. Offering up humorous anecdotes, hilarious quotes and inspirational encouragement, this calendar is meant to be enjoyed day after day, year after year." List price $12.50
http://rwrinnovations.com/cq_products/be_inspired_be_silly_just_be.htm

Magnetic Pen
"From Office Playground - Add a touch of class and mystery to your desk or work area with the Magnetic Pen. The pen stands upright in its donut-shaped base, magnetically centered give it a tap and it rocks back and forth until it returns to center." List price $5.99
http://www.officeplayground.com/Magnetic-Pen-Black-P484.aspx#

Whatever type of mom your mom might be, the most important thing when searching for stocking stuffers is that you have thought it through. You can search the web for more ideas, or you can come up with your own. As long as it comes from the heart, your mom will love it.