Stocking stuffer tips

Here are some unique stocking stuffers for tweens to get holiday shopping off on the right foot.

+Big presents in small packages. Music, media and video content players allow tweens the creativity to download their favorite songs year-round. Plus, these entertainment gadgets often come in a wide array of shapes and sizes with various accessories, such as headphones and colored cases.

+Budget-friendly finds. From DVDs, yo-yos and a deck of cards for boys to note cards, bracelets, nail polish and lip gloss for girls, great stocking stuffers don't have to break the bank. +Mix traditional items with

novel treats. Candy canes, holiday lollipops and chocolate Santas are traditional items that youth may expect to find. This year give them the ultimate combination: candy and video games.

+Get creative with customized items. Tweens love personalized items. Picture frames, journals, scented candles, a gift card to their favorite clothing store, movie theater or ice cream shop, a poster of their favorite band or singer and a magazine subscription to their favorite publication are all gifts that encompass some of a tween's favorite things.

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