Stocking stuffers have a way of ending up in a junk drawer by January. These don’t. Every one of them is something I use in my own kitchen, and most of them fix a small, everyday annoyance that people don’t usually think to buy for themselves.

They’re small enough to fit in a stocking, practical enough to actually get used, and easy to give to just about anyone who spends time in the kitchen. I’ve included my own videos for most of them so you can see how they work.

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Appliance cord organizers

If your counter holds an air fryer, a coffee maker, a blender, and a pressure cooker, you know what the cords look like. These stick right onto the back or side of an appliance, and the cord wraps around them when you’re not using it. No more dangling cords, and it’s much easier to tuck an appliance into a cabinet.

They’re especially handy on the appliances that only come out once in a while, like the slow cooker or mixer.

Swedish dish cloths

Swedish dish cloths are made from cellulose and cotton. They start out stiff, soften up as soon as they get wet, and soak up a surprising amount of liquid. Use them to wipe counters, dry dishes, or clean up spills instead of reaching for a roll of paper towels. They’re perfect for the eco-conscious kitchen.

When they get grungy, toss them in the washing machine and let air dry. And because they’re made from plant fibers, they’re compostable once they finally wear out. If you’re trying to cut down on kitchen waste, they pair nicely with these low-waste ways to freeze soups and broth. This pack comes with 12 in assorted colors, so it’s easy to split between a few stockings.

Motion-sensor under-cabinet lights

These slim LED lights attach under the cabinets or in pantries with magnets, turn on automatically when they sense motion, and recharge with a USB-c cable. No wiring and no electrician.

I installed these in my appliance cabinet and pantry, and low-key wish I’d done this YEARS ago. Now there is light in these dark closets and I don’t even need to do anything to turn it on. When the door opens, they turn on automatically. With the door closed, they’re off, saving the battery. They’re USB-c rechargeable and come with their charging cables.

The Pink Stuff cleaning paste

The Pink Stuff is a mildly abrasive cleaning paste that went viral for good reason. This squeezable version is easier to control than the tub, so you can put a little right where you need it. It’s great on stovetops, sinks, and the stuck-on messes that dish soap leaves behind.

Like any abrasive cleaner, test it on a small spot first, especially on delicate or coated surfaces.

Bonus: a cookbook for the budget-minded cook

If someone on your list loves to cook but likes to keep the grocery bill in check, my cookbook, The $50 Low-Carb Week, feeds two adults low-carb for a whole week from one grocery run, with every price printed right on the page. It’s available on Amazon, so it’s easy to send as a gift.

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