{"id":1014,"date":"2020-11-24T08:06:43","date_gmt":"2020-11-24T08:06:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gifthampers.com.hk\/blog\/en_hamper\/?p=1014"},"modified":"2020-11-24T08:06:43","modified_gmt":"2020-11-24T08:06:43","slug":"9-things-to-fill-in-your-kids-christmas-stocking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gifthampers.com.hk\/blog\/en_hamper\/9-things-to-fill-in-your-kids-christmas-stocking\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Things to Fill in Your kid&#8217;s Christmas Stocking"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"580\" src=\"https:\/\/gifthampers.com.hk\/blog\/en_hamper\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2020\/11\/Untitled-1-2-1024x580.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1015\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gifthampers.com.hk\/blog\/en_hamper\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2020\/11\/Untitled-1-2-1024x580.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gifthampers.com.hk\/blog\/en_hamper\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2020\/11\/Untitled-1-2-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gifthampers.com.hk\/blog\/en_hamper\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2020\/11\/Untitled-1-2-768x435.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gifthampers.com.hk\/blog\/en_hamper\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2020\/11\/Untitled-1-2-1536x871.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gifthampers.com.hk\/blog\/en_hamper\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2020\/11\/Untitled-1-2-2048x1161.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For kids, nothing is more exciting than uncovering their long-awaited surprises on Christmas morning. But apart from the so-called main delights beneath the Christmas tree, something that is often overlooked is the joy of having a wonderfully stuffed Christmas stocking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having a Christmas stocking in your child&#8217;s room or having it hung around the mantelpiece originates from the story of a poor family. Although there are many variations to this legend, the idea surrounds the acts of Saint Nicholas. One popular tale tells of a good but poor family who refused financial aid from others. To help them, Saint Nicholas put gold coins in the stockings. The family was overjoyed with this discovery and the children were able to overcome many hardships. Since then, it has become a tradition for kids to hang up their Christmas stockings on Christmas Eve, in the hopes of discovering that they would be filled with gifts in the morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do you fill a Christmas stocking?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no particular rule or guide as to how one should use stocking stuffers, but the general idea is to use small Christmas gifts and to fill the stocking in a way so that the gifts poke out a little. You can use reference pictures or come up with your own creative gifts. Our staff at Gift Hampers Hong Kong have conjured up some great stocking stuffer ideas, perfect for the holiday season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What gifts should you put in your kid&#8217;s Christmas Stocking?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to stocking fillers, how can we ever leave out sweet and savoury snacks? Widely considered a staple stocking fare, these delicious treats are a fantastic addition to the stocking and are generally welcomed by kids of every age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are 9 items that you should consider gifting as stocking fillers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Chocolate: A must-have confectionery that finds itself in a cold enough season not to melt! Chocolates are loved by everyone, and you can easily find different types of chocolate that appeal to different tastes, be it dark, milk or white.<\/li><li>Truffles: A fancier version of chocolates, these delights are basically chocolate panache centres coated with chocolate powder, coconut sprinkles or nuts. A melt-in-your-mouth experience to enjoy.<\/li><li>Christmas pudding: Some may consider this to be the best part of the traditional Christmas dinner. Another sweet dessert to enjoy.<\/li><li>Panettone: This Italian sweet bread is fantastic as a dessert served with syrup or a sweet sauce or toasted for brunch.<\/li><li>Gingerbread: Children will adore the warmth gingerbread cookies give! The lovely gingerbread men shapes are also incredibly appealing.<\/li><li>Biscuits and cookies: Biscuits and cookies make for a comforting treat, especially when dipped in warm milk or tea.<\/li><li>Candy cane: A Christmas confectionery that can be hung on the tree (if it is still covered in the plastic wrap) or eaten.<\/li><li>Crisps and Popcorn: These are perfect for sharing on movie nights with family and friends.<\/li><li>Juice: A nice, healthy beverage to go with snacks<\/li><li>Organic snacks: Nothing is better for the family than healthy treats to enjoy. Great to taste and a good replacement for the less nutritious alternatives.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our favourite stocking fillers!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/gifthampers.com.hk\/ghen\/mystery-christmas-stockings\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gifthampers.com.hk\/media\/catalog\/product\/cache\/54862d0ff29183830dfd9045b0db4c1a\/h\/k\/hk-0188-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>1. <a href=\"https:\/\/gifthampers.com.hk\/ghen\/mystery-christmas-stockings\">MYSTERY CHRISTMAS STOCKINGS<\/a> (HK$559.00): Dig deep in this mystery stocking to find an assortment of Christmas goodies to enjoy! Perfect for the little ones who love surprises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/gifthampers.com.hk\/ghen\/festive-cheer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gifthampers.com.hk\/media\/catalog\/product\/cache\/54862d0ff29183830dfd9045b0db4c1a\/f\/e\/festive_cheer_4.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>2. <a href=\"https:\/\/gifthampers.com.hk\/ghen\/festive-cheer\">FESTIVE CHEER<\/a> (HK$1,938.00): Indulge yourself and the kids in the festivities with this huge selection of chocolates, crisps, biscuits, wafers, popcorn and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/gifthampers.com.hk\/ghen\/christmas-party\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gifthampers.com.hk\/media\/catalog\/product\/cache\/54862d0ff29183830dfd9045b0db4c1a\/c\/h\/christmas_party_2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>3. <a href=\"https:\/\/gifthampers.com.hk\/ghen\/christmas-party\">CHRISTMAS PARTY<\/a> (HK$929.00): This is the ideal stocking filler for any Christmas parties. 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