It’s that time of year! The Container Store Stocking Stuffers are here!
A few weeks ago, I headed to my local Container Store (a 10 minute drive from my house) to purchase a few Nalgene bottles for an upcoming vacation. I stepped into the store to make what I thought would be a quick purchase and there it was…the Stocking Stuffer collection of 2018. It was all there for me to see, touch, and admire. Yes, this is what brightens the day of a Professional Organizer and no, this did not end up being a quick trip to the Container Store…
Over the years, the Stocking Stuffer Collection has morphed into more of a group of fun, kitchy, somewhat functional items–most small enough to fit in a regulation holiday stocking and less of a collection of small, cool, organizing products. That’s OK. Year ’round we can shop for the ‘cool’ and the ‘functional.’ Sometimes you need a little ‘cute,’ ‘fun,’ and ‘didn’t-know-I-needed-this’ type-of-product, too.
For 2018, I’ve split up my favorites into two categories: Great for Getting Organized and Awww, That’s Cute.
How many times have you thrown your keys in your handbag or backpack and hours later had trouble locating them? No need to search high and low when you attach your keys to the NanoClip Pocket and Purse Clip and attach the clip to the bag you’re carrying. It’s made from stainless steel so it’s strong and lightweight. Works on pants pockets, too.
This Week Notepad $6.99
The funny and creative people at KnockKnock created this pad (and others in their collection) for the organized and disorganized alike. Get organized for the week and get a head start on next weeks’ tasks with the space at the bottom right. And it’s orange–you can’t miss it if it ends up on your counter, the bottom of your purse, or in the middle of a pile of papers!
Who loves Post-its? These colorful and sticky flags will help you to color code documents and mark the spot you need to refer back to. A great visual reminder! I love reading a book and using these to highlight passages I’ll want to read again. I usually use them when reading non-fiction books and cookbooks but sometimes I use them when I’m inspired by beautifully written sentences in novels. And check out the case they come in–oh, so organized!
These are girly and a little pricey in my opinion but if a pretty pad motivates you to make a list and get stuff done then it’s perfect! The size looks like it would fit in the tall part of a stocking, too. Imagine what you could accomplish with 150 blank pages!
My kids love the movie Monsters, Inc. and this bread and egg shaper reminded me of the little green, one-eyed character Mike Wazowski (played by Billy Crystal). I especially like those little cut-outs for the teeth. Add two slices of bacon for legs and it would look even more like a little monster! If your child enjoys eating eggs and toast this could be a cute way to get them to indulge in a fun and healthy breakfast.
Little Pigs in Blankets Mold $12.99 Pigs in blankets are a fan-favorite in my family. We call them ‘little hot dogs’ and no get-together is complete without a platter of these with sides of ketchup and mustard for dipping. This stocking stuffer made me laugh when I saw it. Although I usually buy my ‘little hot dogs’ pre-made, I think my family would appreciate the humor of having these ‘little piggies’ on a platter. The only problem is, I’d need about four of these or make a batch at a time and freeze them. Twelve piggies are not enough!
Would you like to see the rest of the close to one hundred products in the Container Store Stocking Stuffer collection? They’re all right here!
If I handed you a Container Store gift card, which stocking stuffer would you buy?
Like you, I’m a HUGE Container Store fan! The other day I was passing by the one near me and thought about stopping in to see this year’s collection of stocking stuffers. I didn’t have time, so I especially enjoyed your post highlighting your favorites. I love almost anything made by Knock Knock. They have such a great sense of humor when it comes to organizing and who couldn’t use more of that, right? Thanks for the sneak preview.
I am also a BIG fan of KnockKnock products–they are a creative bunch at that company! I hope you’re able to make the time to drive over to your local Container Store. I think you’ll have a lot of fun exploring this year’s collection.
The pig-in-blanket mold is one of my favorites, too! So creative–someone decided to take a fun kid and adult food to the next level and it’s adorable. I’d take a chance with getting it for your son-in-law–especially if he likes being in the kitchen!
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When you grow up in a 5’x12′ bedroom, you learn to organize pretty quickly! I chose to take that knowledge and turn it into a business helping people find what they need when they need it. I’m also the author of The Organized Bride’s Thank You Note Handbook–a book that offers wedding thank you note-related organizing tips and how-to’s plus 101 unique sample thank you notes (what bride can’t use that?).
These are girly and a little pricey in my opinion but if a pretty pad motivates you to make a list and get stuff done then it’s perfect! The size looks like it would fit in the tall part of a stocking, too. Imagine what you could accomplish with 150 blank pages!
Pigs in blankets are a fan-favorite in my family. We call them ‘little hot dogs’ and no get-together is complete without a platter of these with sides of ketchup and mustard for dipping. This stocking stuffer made me laugh when I saw it. Although I usually buy my ‘little hot dogs’ pre-made, I think my family would appreciate the humor of having these ‘little piggies’ on a platter. The only problem is, I’d need about four of these or make a batch at a time and freeze them. Twelve piggies are not enough!
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Like you, I’m a HUGE Container Store fan! The other day I was passing by the one near me and thought about stopping in to see this year’s collection of stocking stuffers. I didn’t have time, so I especially enjoyed your post highlighting your favorites. I love almost anything made by Knock Knock. They have such a great sense of humor when it comes to organizing and who couldn’t use more of that, right? Thanks for the sneak preview.
I am also a BIG fan of KnockKnock products–they are a creative bunch at that company! I hope you’re able to make the time to drive over to your local Container Store. I think you’ll have a lot of fun exploring this year’s collection.
Oh my goodness, the pig in blanket mold is adorable. We all love those things. I think my new son-in-law might actually adore this:)
The pig-in-blanket mold is one of my favorites, too! So creative–someone decided to take a fun kid and adult food to the next level and it’s adorable. I’d take a chance with getting it for your son-in-law–especially if he likes being in the kitchen!