These 6 items are an absolute must as stocking stuffers

It's almost the most wonderful time of the year: Christmas! While some love it, others dread it due to all the shopping you have to do.

Thankfully, we know the struggle and are here to make your shopping just a little bit easier. This time, the focus is on stocking stuffers and honestly, this can be a chore in itself. As with most things, stockings have become as big if not, bigger than presents.

Even so, you don't have to break the bank when it comes to getting something for stockings. These are just some ideas to help you get started or things you can find pretty cheaply that are still amazing gifts.

Whether you're shopping for your family, or your friends or doing a stocking exchange at work, there is no way they won't be smiling after seeing what you stuffed their stocking with.

These 6 items are perfect stocking stuffers.

Tech is a great place to start when it comes to stocking stuffers and while things can get pricey, one thing you'll never regret is buying someone some headphones. While a fairly simple gift, most people are wearing them while hanging out at home or at work. These are great if they go to the gym or love taking walks.

For the brand, I have to go with Maxell. Maxell has plenty of affordable options and one of my favorite items is their Dual Drive True Wireless Earbuds. These are on the pricier side as they're almost $60.00 yet they're some of the best earbuds I've ever used. If you're looking for something different, why not try the Maxell OWS Pros? These come in 3 colors and are ear hooks, making them easy to wear at all times. Headphones are such a simple gift, but one that I know loads of people will appreciate.

Another easy thing to grab for stockings is some socks. Yes, there are plenty of options out there but if you're shopping for a Raising Cane's fan, why not grab some of theirs? Cane's sent me a package with some of their apparel items and I received the Cane III Socks. Featuring Raising Cane's III on them, these are so soft and cuddly. Plus who can be mad about getting a pair of socks?!

The other thing you can always add to someone's stocking is a blanket. While some might say they have too many blankets, that's just not true. How can you ever have too many blankets?! This one I'm recommending is for the Wicked movie. It features Glinda and Elphaba as they look on at the castle and honestly, it looks so cozy and perfect for this holiday season.

Moving on to the next item, I feel like you can't go wrong with plushies. TeeTurtle has some great options and the one we're focusing on is the brand's Godzilla collection. There is also a Holiday Hello Kitty collection, too. No matter, these are reversible, soft, and perfect for cuddling up with. While these are the new TeeTurtle releases, we've covered and loved their other collaborations in the past as well.

Speaking of fun collaborations, this new Strawberry Shortcake release from Crazy Aaron's is such a fun one. Called the Strawberry Shortcake SCENTsory putty. It's non-toxic, fun to play with, and has an amazing scent. I don't know about you, but this feels like a great one to pick up if you have little ones and it doesn't dry out which is a perk most of us would pay a little extra for.

Last but not least, I had to include a Funko item on there as there are so many to choose from. This time, I'm putting the focus on the Hot Topic exclusive Stitch Pop! figure. It features Stitch unwrapping a present and he's smiling with a Santa hat on. Whether you've got a little Stitch fan in the house or love Stitch yourself, this one is a fun one that I had to recommend.

While these are some fun ideas, you can always fill up stockings with something easy like candy and a gift card. No matter what you decide on, they'll appreciate just how much thought you put into and that's all that matters.