Happy Kids, Inc: Girls Stocking Stuffers

By Meg Hodson

Hmmm, what to get that favorite 9-12 year old in your life? Here are my favorite picks for the must-have gifts of 2014.

1. Nikon CoolPix L30 Camera. Maybe the young girl in your life is going on a trip soon? Or she's a budding photographer? This great camera I found online for less than $100 and it comes in fun colors, too.

2. Portable MP3 Player. A pink iPod touch. Enough said.

3. EOS. For some reason, my 10 year old daughter and all her friends are obsessed with lip products and in particular, EOS. I sorta became obsessed with them, too, when I found out they were certified organic. With yummy flavors like Passionfruit, Sweet Mint, and Strawberry Sorbet, the little girl in your life will thank you.

4. Gnarly Whale Shampoo. I found out about this fun, eco-friendly line of hair products on Instagram. When I noticed they had a "cotton candy" scent, I knew it had to be a stocking stuffer for my daughter.

5. Ruffle-Edged Robe. I love this robe from Target for two reasons: it's got a ruffled edge and it's a bar-goon at $14.99!

6. Dork Diaries Series. My daughter would definitely consider this her favorite "girlie book" series. The most recent release is Tales From A Not-So-Happily Ever After.

7. Ion Party Starter Wireless Speaker. This speaker comes complete with Bluetooth wireless technology and light show. I really hope Costco gets it back in stock....they have the best price!

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By Meg Hodson

I know, lots of bloggers out there have their "must have" stocking stuffer lists. I am no exception! Stockings are probably the best part of Christmas morning for me. I individually wrap all the goodies I tuck in for my kids so each one is a true treasure.

So, I've rounded up a few fun, cute gifts they are sure to covet in their stockings. Below read on for my top five girls and top five boys stocking stuffers.

For The Girls:

1. Cherokee Sequin Tank, from Target. I even want one of these! And at only $12.99, it's sure to be a pleaser in any girls' stocking.

2. Pink Leopard Print TOMS, from Nordstrom. I know my little girl wants a pair. Just perfect to tuck into a stocking.

3. Hello Kitty Bow Compact Mirror, from Sephora. I know my daughter would love to tuck this into her bag.

4. "Have A Cherry Christmas" Lip Gloss, by Philosophy. Not too flashy, perfect for the little girl in your life.

5. M & M's Earbuds, by Maxell. Too cute!

For The Boys:

1. Batman Hat, from Target. Any boy would love to stay warm with this hat! A steal at $9.99.

2. Love these Fan Decks, from Pottery Barn Kids. Available in Superhero or Star Wars.

3. Solar Powered Bug, Fat Brain Toys. We were once at a science museum and my boys played with something similar to this for hours!

4. Crayola Airbrush Maker, by Crayola. Turns a marker into an airbrush. Art loving kids will dig it!

5. Spy Glasses, available at Amazon. I love these.....and they are a steal at $2.50 for a fun stocking stuffer.