10 Generic Gifts, Perfect for Neighbors and Coworkers!

Most moms know about the toy stockpile. These are the small children’s gifts you buy up during sales to have on hand when junior gets invited to last-minute parties. Stockpile gift ideas are the inexpensive, generic gifts that are always a hit. You buy them when he price is right and stash them in a cabinet at home to salvage your sanity through the holiday season.

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Everyone loves a luxury candle. Seriously, even those of us who already have a cluster of 10. They look as good as they smell, they double as knickknack on your coffee table, desk or mantel, and they’re basically a collectible. The more the merrier, truly.

2. Leather gloves

Buy a pair or two of leather gloves at the end of the season and stow them away for next winter. You can snag amazing deals on glamorous leather and fur-trimmed pairs when you’re out and about shopping for yourself.

This pair features an ultra warm fool fleece lining and a smooth leather exterior. They’re the ultimate in chic, warm-weather gear.

3. Indulgent skincare set

La Chatelaine’s hand cream set tackles everyone’s winter concern — hydration — for a modest price tag. The set comes with shea butter lotion in three indulgent scents, lavender, lychee bilberry, and lemon verbena.

4. Amazon gift card

I don’t know anyone who couldn’t find a way to use an Amazon gift card. This is better than sending an email, too. The card is wrapped in a pretty gold envelope that your giftee has to unwrap. Even better, you can store a couple of these in a drawer indefinitely, since the gift amount does not expire.

5. Book of affirmations

Maybe you wouldn’t gift this paperback to a guy friend, but any girl would love it. It’s a collection of inspiring quotes from history’s most memorable women, including Madonna and Michelle Obama.

6. Aromatherapy hand soap

Aromatherapy hand soap is both practical and indulgent. This set is a three-pack of Mrs. Meyers biodegradable soap infused with essential oils and a delightful honeysuckle scent. Keep these on hand as a gift that’ll work for any gender.

7. Fleece blanket

The gift of warmth always goes over well in the winter months. Well, unless you live in Hawaii. But everyone else will love keeping this sherpa fleece throw on the couch, where it can provide cozy comfort while watching TV.

8. Cooling blanket

And for our Hawaii people (or anyone who runs hot), a cooling throw blanket may be just the ticket. The blanket is made of Japanese cold fiber and has a satin feel. It’s also machine washable.

9. Leather journal

A vintage leather bound journal is always a classy gift. This one is handcrafted from real leather and is available in three sizes. It contains 300 sheets of thick, unlined paper — so writers and artists alike will enjoy this beautiful book.

Which of these generic gifts will you add to your stockpile?