Stocking stuffers are smaller treats and just like appetizers are before dinner, they bring excitement and surprise of what may be in the presents opened on the main day of celebration. Whether one celebrates Christmas or not, stocking stuffers are always fun to look for, to give and receive -- the yearly search for something different without breaking the bank is also part of the challenge. And as the saying goes "...it's always better to give than to receive."

These 20 especially selected gifts are curated and available at Studio Brillantine and are sure to please even the most seasoned shopper. All are chosen from all around the globe -- all show a sense of fun, surprise, adventure to make your stockings full of happiness. 

Have an enjoyable and memorable celebration for this Joyful Season ! Create Love...

1. Smiski Cheer Glow in the Dark blind box / $19: In this series, Smiski is cheering and supporting you! With drum and megaphone, pom poms and team spirit. Normally, Smiski quietly watches from the corner. But in this series, he sees the challenges you are facing and he wants to encourage you with his cheers. There are 10 kinds of Smiski to choose from.

2. Japanese Stickers / $6: Japanese stickers are cute and each sheet holds many sizes from regular to tiny, puffy, translucent--all adorable for the sticker lover.

3. Tintin Figure Metal / $19: A series of flat alloy figurines all based from many scenes from The Adventures of Tintin. Every minute detail on these top-quality collectibles is hand-painted with care and precision.

4. Nutter the Squirrel Shaped Cookie Cutter / $12: Soooo cutes-- a squirrel shaped cookie cutter ! For deluxe cookies, use your favourite recipe and just fold the squirelly hands so they grasp an almond, cashew or any small nut.
Give your cookies a hug!

5. Morning Star Incense / $7: A gift box with 40 incense sticks and a ceramic holder. With many scents to choose from. An elegant gift.

6. Yummy World Enamel Pins / $ 12: Happy and cute smiley faces on yummy food adorn these enamel pins. Each of these delectable pins comes blind boxed for a delicious surprise every time!

7. Sanrio Ice Cream Cone Charm, Keyring or Zipper Pull / $11: Kidrobot x Sanrio...Where food meets fun! I scream, you scream, we all scream for Sanrio ice cream keychains! Kidrobot has teamed up with Sanrio on this collectible Hello Sanrio Ice Cream Cone Keychain Series!  Featuring all your favorite Sanrio characters from Hello Kitty to Tuxedo Sam, Gudetama, Little Twin Stars and more!

8. IQ Bamboo Galaxy Wood Puzzle / $18: These sculptural wood puzzles from Germany are perfect for those who want to challenge their brainpower. Varying levels of difficulty.

9. Why Am I Sushi Cat Keyring / $13: As the box says "Why Am I Sushi?" We love it and perfect for the cat lover on your list. Cats + Sushi = "Nekozushi". The Most Awesome Mythical Creatures Ever! Collect 1 of the 5 characters or collect all 5 different Sushi Cats!

10. Moomin Mini Tin / $12: The Moomin Characters from Finland adorn these round multi-purpose tins. Great for holding tiny treasures.

11. Nutworks Nutcracker / $19: This very hefty and nut cracking tool is great for the handy person and makes a fun addition to your nut bowl. 

12. Gudetama Plush Blind Box / $18: Once opened this can be hung like an ornament and add to your decorations. Gudetama Plush Charms featuring everyone’s favorite lazy egg valiantly trying to pull the wool over fans eyes as he dons disguises of his Sanrio friends. Whether he’s hiding (sleeping) behind a Keroppi colored shell, in a full Chococat onesie or dressed up in his finest Hello Kitty costume, the cuteness Gudetama brings to the table in these plush charms is almost too much to handle.

13. 3D Dinosaur Lenticular Playing Cards / $15: For the good old days of card-playing and nostalgia for a simpler time--playing cards--these come with an extra feature since they all have 3D lenticular effect for each card.

14. Dog Lover Mug / $20: A cornucopia of huggable dog faces all collaged together in a cup--what more can a dog lover want.

15. Astronaut in Space Lenticular Puzzle / $20: A great gift for those who relax by doing puzzles -- complete in retro mode showing astronauts circa 1960. Once finished the lenticular effect is worth it.

16. Classic Music Boxes / $17: These wind-up music boxes from Germany never fail to wonder and deliver great sound from their tiny matchbox size. Classical Music and culture fits right in your stocking -- a tiny gift that may enrich the next generation and produce a new music genius !

17. Einstein Clip / $17: Einstein with his tongue out in a 3D metal clip form -- use in your own way. This unique and fun gift is actually based on real photo of Albert Einstein and yes, with his tongue out...

18. Capsule Toy Assortment / $16: Capsule toys from Japan are packaged in a recyclable plastic ball. Studio Brillantine has many to choose from. In this series a cute yellow cat character called Nora Neko Gundan. 

19. Drinking Bird / $19: The Classic Drinking Bird...just keep its glass of water full and it will keep on drinking. WOW! Thermodynamics & Pressure Differentials! Enjoy this classic physics demonstration in a handy duck shape.

20. Sonny Angel Series / $19: Each year new versions and limited editions are released. A perfect stuffing stuffer. Sonny Angel is a cute boy with headgear. He doesn’t talk to you, but Sonny Angel makes you smile, makes you happy, makes your daily life bit more delightful. As your tiny friend, Sonny Angel is always by your side, to protect you, give you comfort, and make you smile… that is Sonny Angel’s mission.

Decorate your desk, home or any living space with Sonny Angel! He may bring you happiness...

Studio Brillantine is a design shop in Toronto, Canada and carries an extensive selection of gifts as well as international design objects and curated gift ideas from all over the world.