When my son was young I always knew what to buy for him (he made sure of that). Every birthday and holiday was easy peesy. It's a little harder these days. Here are a few unique items I have purchased in the past as well as a few I am buying this yea...
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Stocking Stuffers
Under 15$
Tech
Fun stuff
For the creative kid
Stocking Stuffers
Always looking for ideas that are not giftcards!
You know your teen will overload on cologne so might as well make it tolerable. My son has this set and they smell good!
Viking Revolution 4 Pack Colognes - 0.5 Oz Solid
My teen son's favorite hair product. Cannot go a day without the Suavacito. Plus, it smells good and you know these teens need all the help in that department.
Suavecito Pomade Firme Strong Hold
I know we all know about these, but they make great stocking stuffers! I love this brand and it's positive message. I was a real acne sufferer as a teen and I love that these patches really help take away the stigma of acne.
Starface 36 ct Pimple Covers & Protects
My kiddo loves big pants and as a former 90's teen, I'm here for it.
Jean Tightening Pins. Pant Pins 4Set
Sounds gross but the teen in my household will… give it a try. Expecting laughs at the very least.
Mac & Cheese Candy Canes
Under 15$
Always trying to spend less money
We got this one for my son last year and he now makes one meal per week. He feels like a cool guy when we can actually cook something good for his friends. Working to turn him into a future not-helpless adult.
The Complete Cookbook for Teen Chefs
Saving this one for my own teen son
Digital Coin Counting Bank with LCD Counter
Tech
My son has this one! He clips it to his jeans while skateboarding, his bike, the handle of his scooter- music all day long with basically all the activities.
JBL Clip 5 - Portable Bluetooth Speaker
My son loooooves to take photos. He has a couple of cameras but has been wanting one of these. Tell me the pros/cons!
KODAK Mini 2 Retro 2.1x3.4 Inch Printer P210R
When WOULDN'T I wear these?! I mean, yes I am buying these for my son….
Flashlight Gloves
We love everything photography
12x60 Monocular Telescope
Fun stuff
Always on the hunt for more analog
This toy is so fun and even a teen will enjoy it. Always looking for some analog fun. We've purchased this one for lots of birthday parties throughout the years.
Flying Orb Ball 2026 T
My son is a pretty experienced skateboarder, but he still uses these wheel covers when we is messing around at the house. Useful for perfecting tricks
Learn Skateboard Tricks Fast!
OK, I don't want to try it… but I know my son and his friends will. We love Vat19 and the site is worth checking out for unique gifts for the weirdos in your life.
A word-guessing game with electric shocks!
My son loves these guys!
Wacky Waving Inflatable Tube Guy (Original)
For the creative kid
Always on the lookout for more ways to stay creative
My son has this one and it really works! Rocks, glass, wood….
The Original Customizer™ Engraving Pen
We are a family of artists, so if my kiddo wants to draw, we'll always get the good stuff! These assorted sizes of pens are really nice for working in a sketchbook!
