🎁 Top 10 Handmade Stocking Stuffers Under $20

By  CL Candles & More

It’s the little things that make Christmas morning magical — the cozy surprises tucked into stockings, the scents that fill the air, and the joy of giving thoughtful, handmade gifts that don’t break the bank.

At Cassie’s Custom Creations / CL Candles & More, we believe gifts should feel personal — and that handmade doesn’t have to mean expensive.

Here are 10 of our favorite handmade stocking stuffers under $20 that will make anyone’s holiday extra special (and extra cozy).




🕯️ 1. Mini Jar Candles – $8–$12

Because nothing says “comfort” like the flicker of a handmade candle.

✨ Best-Selling Holiday Scents:

  • Vanilla Sugar Cookie 🍪

  • Twisted Peppermint ❄️

  • Cinnamon Spice 🌿

  • Winter Woods 🌲

💛 Cassie’s Tip: “Add a simple tag that says ‘A Little Light for Your Holiday Season’ — sweet, simple, and personal.”




🕯️ 2. Wax Melt Sample Packs – $6–$10

Perfect for anyone who loves a fragrant home but doesn’t always light candles. These are small, cute, and smell amazing!

✨ Customer Favorites:

  • Caramel Apple 🍎

  • Clean Cotton 🧺

  • Pumpkin Pecan Waffles 🧡

  • Lavender Breeze 🌸

🩶 Cassie’s Note: “Pair two scents in a little kraft bag with twine — instant mini gift!”




☕ 3. 16oz Glass Tumbler – $15–$18

Practical, stylish, and perfect for anyone who loves coffee, tea, or cocoa.

✨ Design Ideas:

  • “Merry & Bright”

  • “Sleigh All Day”

  • “Cozy & Caffeinated”

  • “Joy in a Cup”

💛 Cassie’s Tip: “Tuck in a hot cocoa packet or candy cane inside — the cutest little surprise!”




👕 4. Holiday Tee or Crewneck – $15–$20

Give them something cozy to wear all season long! Your handmade tees are the perfect mix of comfort and cheer.

✨ Top Picks:

  • “It’s the Most Wonderful Time for a Coffee” ☕

  • “Merry & Bright” ✨

  • “Cozy Season” ❄️

  • “Dear Santa, I Can Explain” 😂

🩶 Cassie’s Note: “Roll it up, tie with ribbon, and slip it right into their stocking!”




🖼️ 5. Mini Shadow Box – $15–$20

A meaningful keepsake they’ll cherish long after the holidays.

✨ Design Ideas:

  • “Believe”

  • “Joy to the World”

  • “Farm Fresh Christmas Trees”

  • “Peace on Earth”

💛 Cassie’s Tip: “Mini décor items make great stocking stuffers — small in size, big on charm.”




🪵 6. Wax Melt Warmer Accessories – $10–$15

Gift them something to go with their wax melts — a small warmer or decorative accessory is a thoughtful (and practical) touch.

🩶 Cassie’s Note: “You can bundle melts + a mini warmer and still stay under $20 — it’s a gift that feels more expensive than it is.”




🌸 7. Car Freshies or Air Fresheners – $8–$12

A small but mighty gift! Handmade air fresheners are fun, affordable, and great for anyone who loves cozy scents on the go.

✨ Scent Ideas:

  • Vanilla Bean

  • Twisted Peppermint

  • Amber Woods

  • Lemon & Sage

💛 Cassie’s Tip: “Add a tag that says ‘For All the Miles You’ve Driven This Year’ — perfect for teachers, coworkers, or friends.”




🧦 8. Holiday Wax Melt Bundles – $10–$15

Create themed melt packs like “Cozy Nights,” “Sweet Treats,” or “Winter Forest.” Perfect for fragrance lovers!

🩶 Cassie’s Note: “Bundle melts with mini candy canes or a cinnamon stick for a festive finish.”




☕ 9. Hot Cocoa & Candle Set – $12–$18

Pair a mini candle with a cocoa packet and candy cane — simple, handmade, and totally adorable.

✨ Perfect Combos:

  • Vanilla Bean candle + cocoa packet

  • Twisted Peppermint candle + candy cane

  • Caramel Latte candle + mini marshmallows

💛 Cassie’s Tip: “Use kraft boxes and red ribbon for that farmhouse Christmas look.”




🎄 10. Gift Cards for Handmade Love – You Choose the Amount

When in doubt, let them pick their favorite handmade goodies!

✨ Cassie’s Note: “Even a $10 gift card lets someone experience the joy of shopping small — and that’s a gift that gives back to the community, too.”




💌 Final Thoughts

Stocking stuffers don’t have to be expensive to be meaningful. It’s the thought, the scent, and the handmade touch that make them special.

Every candle, melt, tumbler, and tee from Cassie’s Custom Creations / CL Candles & More is made with love — perfect for spreading cozy cheer this holiday season.

✨ Because the best gifts fit in stockings… and come straight from the heart.

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