Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers For The Entire Family

We are a little over a week away from Christmas and while many people are scrambling around the malls trying to find gifts for everyone, I'm taking pride in knowing that I've kind of got a hold on the gift giving this year. Although I'm not purchasing big gifts for those closest to me, I did find a few stocking stuffers for the entire family that I guarantee they haven't already gotten for themselves.

I'm not going to lie though, it wasn't easy finding things that I know those around me would really like and/or need and that fit within my tight budget this year. That doesn't mean, however, that it was impossible. Since the holiday season can bring upon the spirit of depression and even cause many people to go into debt, I implore you all to stay within your budget by finding inexpensive and useful gifts for those around you. Trust me, your family and your bank account will thank you in the long run.

If you're interested in seeing a few of the gifts I've picked up, check out my short list of stocking stuffers below or watch the clip from 'Your Carolina' where I discussed them.

1. Skineez ($17.99)

If you’re looking for the gift that keeps on giving, Skineez is it. The perfect stocking stuffer gift for the 100 million Americans living with diabetes and pre-diabetes, these groundbreaking advanced healing diabetic socks are the only ones on the market with skin protecting technology. They offer 24 hour skin hydration, healing and protection with five essential ingredients including retinol, and vitamin E.

Sold at:

Walgreens

2. FlexSafe Biometric Fingerprint Lock ($119.95)

Have a friend that’s always traveling or one that has a bunch of valuable pieces? This brand new lock from AquaVault could be a great gift for them. The lock comes with four interchangeable cables (longer, shorter, thinner and thicker) to suit your needs. It’s also waterproof, can last up to 1,000 uses before needing a USB recharge and store up to 10 fingerprints per device.

Sold at:

www.AquaVault.com

3. My Audio Pet Bluetooth Speaker (starts at $24.99)

A cute gift to keep in mind for your little one, My Audio Pet has some of the cutest Bluetooth speakers to choose from. Their newest line - the SPLASH line – features an array of speakers that resemble adorable animals, but still deliver some incredible sound. This particular line can be under water for up to 30 minutes and even doubles as a selfie remote that can be found underneath the speaker. They also have a Hide & Seek app that can be downloaded for interactive family fun.

Sold at:

www.myaudiopet.com; www.amazon.com

4. Peach State Drinks Gourmet Brown Sugar Lemon-Aid (starts at $12)

Perfect for all kids or the kids at heart, Peach State Drinks is an all-natural beverage company with the first line of beverages being Brown Sugar Lemon-Aids. The first of their kind, all of their drinks are vegan friendly, non-GMO, gluten free, made fresh and hand pressed. Offering up three flavors — the year-round Original as well as the seasonal Apple Cranberry and Spiced Apple Brown Sugar Lemon-Aid — this is a great stocking stuffer to wake up to. This is a perishable item though, so you'll have to play Santa and sneak it in their stocking the morning of.

Sold at:

www.peachstatedrinks.com

5. Josh Cellars Prosecco ($14)

Whether you’re looking to give the best host the perfect gift or want to request something to pop open during your New Year’s Eve festivities, the new Josh Cellars Prosecco is the ideal gift to ask for and receive. This refreshing and delicious Prosecco is made from 100% Prosecco grapes that offer a touch of sweetness that everyone can enjoy. And for those that want to make their Prosecco a little fancy, you can create a great Blissini, Holiday Punch or Prosecco Margarita with this and the Peach State Drinks Brown Sugar Lemon-Aid.

Sold at:

Nationwide retailers

What's on your list for stocking stuffers this year? Let me know below!

With Creative (and Holiday-like) Thoughts,

-Kp