Stocking Stuffers for Mom on a Budget

If you can't think of what to put in Mom's Christmas stocking this year, try one of the following budget-friendly tips. Whether you want to go the practical route or buy something to help Mom relax, you'll find something that fits on this list.

Slipper Socks

You can find these at almost any store that has clothing in the $5 range around the holidays. Slipper socks are great because they keep your feet nice and toasty and the skid-proof soles will prevent accidents that might happen when wearing regular socks.

Magazine Subscription

There are great deals on magazine subscriptions in the last months of the year. You can find subscriptions for magazines for $10. Get Mom a subscription to Taste of Home. This magazine has a lot of neat recipes and that can be cut out for easy storage in Mom's recipe box.

Bubble Bath

Go to the baby section of any store that carries baby supplies and buy Mom a bottle of Johnson&Johnson Bedtime Bath. This bubble bath costs less than $4 and will do the trick at helping provide Mom with a calming bubble bath that will leave her skin feeling baby soft.

Magnet

Shop online at eCrater for the "I Love My Mom" photo magnet. Click here to view. Insert a family photo. Mom will love this small, yet thoughtful stocking stuffer and the cost is only $3.50.

Pocket Calendar

You can find a cute pocket calendar for Mom at a dollar store. She will appreciate having something to help keep her busy schedule organized.

Spa Foot Care Kit

Trips to the spa can be costly, but you can give your mom a taste of the luxury at home. Click here to view a spa foot care kit that costs $11.50.

Coffee

If your mom likes to drink coffee to get going in the morning, buy her a small package of coffee from Starbucks or Dunkin Donuts for just a few bucks. Consider getting up early one morning and have Mom's coffee ready for her when she wakes up.

Candy

Buy a package of Mom's favorite candy to put in her stocking. This shouldn't cost more than $5 and she will enjoy the treat.

Digital Photo Keychain

For less than $10, you can buy Mom a digital photo keychain for her stocking. This keychain is ideal for Mom so she can show off her pictures often without carrying a bunch of photos around. You can buy the keychain online at Tech for Less on sale for under $6 (click here). Have some pictures preloaded onto the keychain for Mom as an extra surprise when she turns it on.