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If you’ve ever opened a Christmas stocking and found a sad pair of socks, a broken bath bomb, and a chocolate Santa whose face had melted into oblivion… this one’s for you.
Because stuffing stockings shouldn’t be stressful. Or boring. Or full of tat that ends up in the bin on Boxing Day.
So here are my best stocking filler ideas under £20 — colourful, comfy, sustainable, joy-filled, and all from small businesses who get the assignment: ethical, bold, a bit chaotic, and very us. And yes… Trend Tonic goodness is absolutely in the mix because duh. ⚡
🎄 1. Lightweight Statement Earrings from Trend Tonic (obviously)
If she loves colour, comfort, and being complimented by strangers in Tesco, toss a pair of Trend Tonic earrings into her stocking and wait for the squeal. TBH most are under £20!
Made from cork + plant paper, finished with stainless steel (comfy AF, even for sensitive ears), and lighter than my motivation on a Monday. These pieces are perfect for the woman who wants to feel confident without the faff.
Under £20 ideas:
Sustainable. Bright. Bloody fabulous.
🎄 2. Colourful Scrunchies from Bloom Scrunchies (≈ £6-15)
A UK-based hair accessory brand making scrunchies out of dead-stock fabrics. Founded by Becca in 2024, when a flare-up led to significant hair loss, she was inspired to find a gentle way to style her hair.
Perfect for: the mate who has a “hair up, but make it cute” personality.
🎄 3. Whipped soap from Bath bomb bliss (≈ £7)
Hand-made in Sunderland, vegan, cruelty free and they are the manufacturers for more expensive brands ;) . Their whipped soap can be used as soap (shocker!) shave balm and shampoo!
Ideal for the friend who loves “bath time = self-care moment”.
🎄 4. Hydrating lip oil from Human Beauty (≈ £11)
Disabled owned and accessible make up brand Human Beauty makes sure all it's products are accessible. From easy grip packaging, video descriptions and sensory friendly formulas. Get your shine on with this hydrating, sensory friendly You've Got This! Lip Oil. Its anti-roll™ tube is easy to hold, open and apply, giving you soft lips in one simple swipe.
🎄 5. Trend Tonic Necklaces (£15-£20)
You know when you want to give a gift that feels special but doesn’t make your bank account cry? This is that.
Each piece is handcrafted, ethically made, and designed for women rediscovering their style — the ones who want to feel seen, not smothered in heavy jewellery.
Think dainty but bold, colourful but wearable, comfy but confidence-boosting.
🎄 6. Vegan selection box from Catherine's Originals (≈ £13.30)
This Vegan Selection Box is packed with approximately 31 VEGAN chocolates including nine original flavours. From mouth-watering caramel, to your fave cookies and cream bite! Gluten and dairy free and the o'bar is also banging!
🎄 7. Bright Enamel Pins from Liz Harry (≈ £6-£9)
Small businesses on Etsy UK are doing quirky enamel pins with humour and attitude. Think: “Overthinkers Club – Lifetime Member”, rainbow lightning bolts, ADHD gremlins. Tons of options under £10 but my favourites are Liz Harry!
Perfect for jackets, tote bags, or the person who loves flair without going full peacock.
🎄 8. Trend Tonic Surprise Box (£10-£20)
If she loves surprises (or you’re indecisive… no judgement), a surprise box is the one. A mix of bestselling colours, small studs, or accessories—always joyful, always sustainable, always comfy AF.
🎄9. Super fun mug from Sugar and Sloth (~£15)
Self care stationary, fun mugs and therapy backed tools for anxiety, depression and poor mental health. Positive empowerment and silliness with amazing subscription boxes and cute little characters!
🎄10. Cotton belt from Lucy and Yak (~£16)
I love these belts and not just because it has the same name as my son! As someone with IBS and fluctuating weight and bloating I cannot stand a belt! These belts just slide closed no holes so you can open and close it to any size, no more fiddly in between sizes!
🎁 Why Stocking Fillers from Small Businesses Hit Different
When you shop small:
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You fund someone’s dream
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You get stuff that’s actually made with love
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You avoid landfill-bound tat
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You make someone like me do a happy dance in the kitchen
And honestly?
The big guys won’t miss you this Christmas.
But every single one of us indie makers absolutely will. ⚡❤️
🎄 Final Thoughts: Stockings Don’t Need to Be Boring
Fill them with colour.
With humour.
With things she’ll actually use and actually bloody love.
If you want comfy, colourful pieces that spark confidence and don’t give you earache, Trend Tonic’s your girl.
And if you want a stocking that looks like Santa took a detour through a dopamine-drenched craft market… you’re in the right place.