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If you're like me, stocking stuff-ers are the best part of Christmas — I like to hunt for fun, yet practical items that my family and friends can actually use. It's always a challenge to see what I can come up with year after year to surprise 'em with and I think I've found some items that will definitely be a hit, and I'm going to share them with you.

 

umbra.com

1

Buddy Bottle Opener

 

 

This shiny, happy tool sits well in the hand, looks smart on a bar cart (or a kitchen counter), and pairs perfectly with a fancy six-pack. Pick it for $8 at Umbra.com

 

spoonsisters.com

2

Bicycle Clips

 

 

Use these around the office, at school or work. These wire-sculpture fasteners give a stack of receipts a more carefree spin. Four clips for $6 at Spoon Sisters.com

 

areaware.com

3

Key-Shaped Silicone Key Chains

 

 

Buy one for the husband who’s always losing his keys — or the teen that is thrilled to be getting their first set of keys. $19 each at Areaware.com

 

BobbiBrown.com

4

Bobbi Brown Classic to Go Palette

 

 

This is sure to please any woman. The ultimate after-work kit: three perfect lip colors and a trio of eye shadows in a pack-of-gum-size case. $25 at Bobbi Brown.com

 

LLBean.com

5

Pocket Day Pack

 

 

This works for practically everyone on your list — A featherweight zip-shut knapsack that tucks into a tiny pouch. Perfect for sweaty post-workout wear. Available in five colors and only $20 from LL Bean.com

 

Rollingorangebikes.com

6

Simson Flat Tire Repair Kit

 

 

Another flat tire on your bike? A pocket-sized kit (complete with tire levers, patches, and glue) will have you ready to provide your own roadside assistance, because you never know — $7.50 at Rolling Orange Bikes.com

 

spoonsisters.com

7

Animal Crayons

 

 

What child wouldn't love a set of these neat crayons? There’s a lion, a bear, and even a bunny in this crew of multicolored scribbling tools. Order from Spoon Sisters.com for only $7.50 for the set.

 

uncommongoods.com

8

Emergency Cuff Links

 

 

Even the most pulled-together dude occasionally encounters a fashion 9-1-1. He can tuck this slim stainless-steel card into his wallet, then pop off a pair of cuff links when needed. $13 at uncommon goods.com

 

kikkerland.com

9

Monkey Tea Infuser

 

 

This cheeky monkey infuser will take that cup of chamomile to whimsical heights, I ordered three. They're different and fun — Get yours at Kikkerland.com for only $12.

 

violight.com

10

Slim Sonic

 

 

For those who can’t bear to be separated from that machine — clean feeling, a lightweight, packable option. I'm one of those people, I have to brush my teeth after I drink coffee and after work. Get it for $15 at violight.com

 

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