One of my favorite Christmas memories as a child was going to my grandparents’ house on Christmas day. Their fireplace was full of stockings for every person in the family. Each was knitted with our name and had some kind of theme to it. Mine had a little gray cat knitted on it (I think that was before they knew I was more of a dog person, haha). I’ll never forget how my grandparents made sure that Santa stuffed each stocking, even the adults. There was always at least one small gift plus chocolates and an orange. I remember everything from that morning, from the feel of the yarn in my hands to the smell of the chocolates mixing with the orange, and the anticipation of seeing them hanging with mysterious bulges inside that makes a child’s imagination run wild. It’s honestly hard not to tear up a little bit when I think about those days.

Outfit details: Turtleneck | Calvin Klein Pleated Skirt (similar here, here, and here) | Heels | Earrings | Velvet Stocking (similar here)

I still love having stockings hanging from our mantel and I love being surprised when Santa stops by to fill them. The magic of Christmas is often lost on adults, but I think the stocking tradition is a way to hang on to those childhood memories and make Christmas feel like it used to. Like when you actually had to try really hard to fall asleep on Christmas Eve, only to wake up at 5am and rouse your zombie parents from their bedroom. 

And Santa never forgets Bella and Lola. Our fur babies make the nice list every year. I honestly think that Lola could pull Santa’s sleigh all by herself. She’s small but mighty. I know she would love this “sleigh balls” dog toy.

We all know the big guy is responsible for stocking stuffers, but sometimes he needs suggestions, ya know? 😉 I’ve curated gifts at $10 and under, $20 and under, and $30 and under. You can have a lot of fun with stocking stuffers, like the wine glass holder for your shower or the freshly baked donut cup warmer. Just click or tap on any of the items to add to your wishlist for Santa.

Stocking Stuffer Gifts $10 and Under

Stocking Stuffer Gifts $20 and Under

Stocking Stuffer Gifts $30 and Under

xo – Erin

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