Soon everyone will be looking for ideas to put on this year’s Christmas stockings. So what are the most popular types of stocking stuffer ideas that people search for? Generally “cheap” tops the list, followed by “for men,” “for kids,” “fun,” and “adult stocking stuffers.”

In an attempt to make your holiday shopping easier, I’ve come up with my top 10 sock ideas for every person in the family. This, I hope, will save you the time and stress of searching through endless ideas and recommendations. After all, Christmas shopping should be a fun, enjoyable and stress-free experience.

for boys

Most children will want Santa toys and games. I would leave the “big” and expensive remote control toys as the main gift. There are many fun and inexpensive gifts that will thrill your little one and put a smile on their face. Here are my top 10 ideas:

1) Small miniature toy cars or planes.

2) Make paper/wooden airplanes. These are cheap and loved by children.

3) The infamous flying monkey slingshot. These are extremely fun and will keep them entertained for a long time. The slingshot is also available in other characters such as cow, frog, pig, and chicken.

4) Yoyos.

5) Magic cards.

6) 3D puzzle

7) Gift certificate for your favorite store.

8) Bath toys like Animal Sponge Capsules and Gelli Baff will keep them entertained in the bath.

9) Colored pencils, erasers, glue sticks, chalk, rulers, and stickers. These school supplies will likely need replacement at the start of the new calendar year and

10) And of course don’t forget the sweets and chocolates.

for girls

Girls, just like boys, also like most toys and games, but they tend to be a bit more practical and, like their mother, they would probably love to dress up and look pretty. Here are my top 10 stocking fillers for girls:

1) Jewelry. Items like hair clips, energy bead bracelets, and other hair decorations will work well.

2) Girls tend to be more patient and creative and many love to paint, draw or make things. So items like making your own jewelry, arts and crafts, putty are very welcome.

3) For the glam girl, tubes of flavored lip gloss, shimmering body gel, and neon nail polish will put a sparkle in her eyes.

4) Brand name toys like Barbie and Hello Kitty. Save the big toy items for the main gift, but small accessories like Barbie stickers, pens, and notebooks are great stocking stuffers.

5) Colored pencils, erasers, glue sticks, chalk, rulers, and stickers.

6) Gift certificate for your favorite store.

7) Bath toys like Animal Sponge Capsules and Gelli Baff are great fun for kids.

8) Wallets or purses.

9) Stuffed animals and miniature stuffed animals and

10) Add a few packets or bars of your favorite candies, chocolates, and juices.

For men

Traditionally, gifts are relatively small, fun, and frugal gifts, but for the special someone in your life, I see no reason not to go a little fancier with gifts that are useful, practical, and guaranteed to be appreciated. Here, you can mix and match a selection of cheaper items, as well as one or two more expensive gifts that are on your Christmas list!

1) iPod or MP3 player. The smaller devices are great for runners and for non-runners, they’re small enough to fit in your pocket.

2) i-Tunes Gift Certificates.

3) Subscription to your favorite newspaper or magazine

4) Gift certificate for your favorite store.

5) Accessories that come as part of the main gift. Yes, this is boring but it is practical! For example, if a gift of an electronic device requires batteries, instead of wrapping it with the main gift, toss it in the stocking.

6) Favorite CD/DVD.

7) Funny novelty gifts to make him laugh like shocking pen, slingshot toys.

8) car air freshener. This may sound boring, but we all know that men don’t keep their cars as clean as women!

9) Healthy snacks like raisins, dried fruit and granola bars and

10) Golf balls (for golfers), running socks (for runners), or other sports accessories.

For women

Without a doubt, women like to be pampered. Thoughtful gift selections that match her personality, interests, and needs will work well. My top 10 ideas for women are:

1) Gift certificate to a spa or salon.

2) Pampering, romantic and personal care gifts such as massage oil, organic soaps and bath salts.

3) Scented stress balls to take the stress out of holiday shopping! 4 candles that glow in the mood. These are different and more interesting than traditional candles.

5) His favorite chocolate and candies.

6) Digital Photo Keychain so you can carry your favorite photos of the little ones with you at all times.

7) Theater tickets.

8) Small photograph to remind you of something memorable, be it a holiday or an event.

9) Dinner for 2 at your favorite restaurant and

10) Favorite CD/DVD.

The Christmas gift list can be endless, but I hope there’s something for you and your family on my top 10 list. Happy stocking stuffer!