Stocking stuffers can be more than filler. With a few intentional picks, you can turn a Christmas morning tradition into a moment of taste and delight. Our philosophy is simple: choose beautifully designed, useful items that match the aesthetic of a calm, quiet-luxury home. Here are elegant ideas starting under $25 that land right in that sweet spot — thoughtful, stylish, and actually used after the holidays.

1) Printable recipe cards (instant, frame-worthy, binder-ready)

Digital doesn’t have to mean impersonal. Our printable recipe cards are designed like editorial tear-sheets: clean typography, generous margins, and a warm, neutral palette that looks chic on cream cardstock. Seasonal favorite: White Chocolate Matcha Christmas Tree Pretzels, an elegant green-and-white treat that’s festive without being fussy. The file includes 8.5×11 and 5×7 layouts so recipients can either frame a full sheet for kitchen décor or tuck the 5×7 into a recipe binder. 

Prefer something cozy and evergreen? Send the Midnight Peach Hand Pies card. It’s a customer-favorite format for gifting bakers, new homeowners, and anyone who loves a refined kitchen vignette. 

2) Candle options for a luxe scent moment

If you’re curating for scent lovers, a candle is the perfect stuffer —  elegant, and universally appreciated. Matcha & Jasmine is our quiet-luxury signature: fresh green tea with delicate jasmine petals for a calm, modern profile. Browse the standard edition Ceremonial Calm — Matcha & Jasmine Candle for details; if you’re building a larger gift, upgrade to the Holiday Gift Edition and wrap separately. 

3) Budget-friendly add-ons that look expensive

• Gift tags & wrap: See our Quiet-Luxury Holiday Gift Ideas for a neutral palette (ivory, sage, blush) that instantly elevates presentation. 
• Printable note card: Keep it minimal — heavy cream paper, serif headline, soft gold accents. Pull inspiration from the Holiday Gift Shop for a cohesive look. 

4) Build a mini set (still under $25)

To make stockings feel considered, bundle a printable recipe card with a wooden spoon or ribbon-tied measuring cups. Add a tea sachet for the Matcha Pretzels card to echo the flavor story. The beauty of quiet luxury is in the small, thoughtful pairings.

Presentation tips that make $25 feel like $75

1. Keep the palette tight: ivory tissue, soft sage ribbon, a sprig of greenery.
2. Embrace texture: linen ribbon, twine, or wax seals for visual interest.
3. Tell a story: include a one-line note: “A calm, matcha-green Christmas for your kitchen this year.”

What to avoid (so it never looks like filler)

• Random gadgets that don’t match their home style.
• Over-scented items that overwhelm small spaces.
• Generic packaging — a little intention goes a long way.

Under $25 picks — quick shop

• White Chocolate Matcha Christmas Tree Pretzels — Recipe Card (PDF) — instant delivery, two sizes included.
• Midnight Peach Hand Pies — Recipe Card (PDF) — cozy, year-round favorite. 
• Holiday Gift Collection — filter by price to find more budget-friendly picks. 

Related reads

• Elegant Holiday Hostess Gifts Under $50 — more budget-smart ideas that still feel luxe. 
• The Modern Christmas Candle: Matcha & Jasmine — why the scent reads festive and sophisticated. 
• Matcha & Jasmine Christmas Candle — a serene spin on traditional “holiday” fragrances.