10 useful gift ideas that also make great stocking stuffers
Back away from the Yankee Candle. This holiday season, let’s vow to get a little more creative (and practical) with our stocking stuffers. Pick up these gifts instead — we guarantee that they won’t end up in a regift pile. And remember: use coupon code GIFTSHOP15 at checkout to get an extra 15% off any of these products.
Earhoox 2.0 for Apple EarPods & AirPods
This holiday season, tell your loved ones, “Hey, you’ve got weird ears, but that’s ok.” This two-pack of Earhoox will keep the Apple EarPods or AirPods from falling out, thanks to silicone attachments that create a snug fit.
Scientific Magnetic Space Putty
Science nerds and pretty much everyone else will love this fun putty — use it as a magnet, or just smooth it around and bounce it. It makes for a great stress reliever.
3-in-1 Universal Smartphone Camera Lens Kit
Budding professional Instagrammers will love this 3-in-1 lens kit. Leave the DSLR at home and use the clip ring to attach a fish eye lens, macros lens, or wide angle lens to your smartphone camera.
LithiumCard Wallet Battery
If you can make it through the day without needing to recharge your phone, we bow down to you. For the rest of us, there’s this ultra-thin battery that’s no thicker than five credit cards. Keep it in your wallet for emergency power without having to hunt around for an outlet.
Build-On Brick Mug
Coffee, tea, Jameson…whatever you drink in the morning, drink it out of this DIY mug. The Lego-compatible cup lets you get as creative as you’d like.
NomadPlus Smartphone Wall Charger and Battery Pack
Turn your regular Apple USB wall plug into a portable battery — just slip it in the NomadPlus, plug it into the wall like normal to charge your phone, and it’ll charge the NomadPlus at the same time, giving you extra power on the go. Pretty cool.
Saberlight Rechargeable Plasma Lighter
Next time someone asks you if you have a light, be prepared. And be prepared to wow with this electricity-generated plasma lighter that’s both wind-proof and splash-proof. It’s even TSA approved, perfect for holiday travel.
XXL Shower Speaker
If you’re going to sing in the shower, at least get the lyrics right. Play your favorite tunes through this powerful shower speaker. You can even make and take calls while you're in the shower. If you're into that.
Bat Fidget Spinner
If you haven’t jumped on the fidget spinner bandwagon yet, this bat spinner is a good one to start with. Pop it in your pocket to relieve anxiety and stress on-the-go.
MicFlip Fully Reversible Micro USB Cable
It’s a fact of life — try to plug a charger into your phone and you’ll somehow never get it right on the first try. Until now, that is. This fully reversible cable means no matter which way you flip it, it’ll plug right in. Hey, it’s the little things.
Don’t forget the best part as you throw all of these in your cart — you can get an extra 15% off the already-discounted prices. Just use code GIFTSHOP15 at checkout.
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As Director of Special Projects, Nicole Cammorata helps guide Mashable's editorial innovations, licensing programs, and specialty series. Previously, she was the site's Executive Editor and its very first Shopping Editor before that. Nicole is also Mashable's resident gifting expert and gets a thrill out of helping readers find the perfect present. She received a B.S. in Journalism from Boston University and an MFA in fiction writing from The New School. She lives in Maine with her husband, their three young children, and a backyard full of flowers.
