Even though holiday decorations are universally popular, decor styles can vary greatly between homes. Some people prefer a more traditional atmosphere, while others prefer something more modern. These preferences extend to all aspects of holiday décor, from trees to window displays to the humble stocking. Traditional stockings, boho stockings, sparkly stockings — you name it, a holiday store probably has it. However, if you want to ensure that your mantle hangings match your style, you can make your own Christmas stocking, which will also serve as a Christmas activity that your family will remember forever. What a win-win situation.
Learning how to make DIY Christmas stockings is actually a lot simpler than you might think. Sure, it's a little easier if you're already familiar with craft stores and can confidently wield a hot glue gun (or, better yet, master a sewing machine.) However, there are numerous tutorials for homemade Christmas stockings that range from simple to complex. All you have to do is find a stocking that fits your style and skill level, order your supplies, and set aside an afternoon to create the magic. (Bonus points if you have a Christmas movie or music playing in the background.)
So, this year, use these cute DIY Christmas stocking ideas to transform your fireplace mantel into a festive display. Making your own stockings will not only save you money, but your family will enjoy participating in the process.
1. Woodland Creature Stockings
Using our free templates, make these adorable creatures out of felt, fabric, and buttons. Print templates and cut all shapes out of corresponding felt and fabric to make the stockings. Sew a 14" seam around the front and back of the stocking shapes; turn inside out. Cut an 8" x 16" rectangle from matching felt, sew ends together with a 14" seam, turn inside out, and slide over top of the stocking. Tuck 3 inches of the cuff inside the top of the stocking and secure with hot glue. Glue a 34" x 10" strip of matching felt together to form a loop and hot-glue to the stocking. Cut a head shape from cotton batting that is slightly smaller than the felt pieces. Hot-glue the layers together after sandwiching the batting piece between the head shapes. Cut a 6" x 48" rectangle for the scarf and stitch the long sides together; turn inside out (use selvage as edge on short ends to avoid fraying). Wrap the cotton scarf twice and tie after attaching the body features (see below).
Deer: Arrange the following facial features in the following order: ears, antlers, cheeks, nose. Then, for the eyes, layer the eyelashes behind the white eye shape and make the pupils with 34" buttons. Everything should be hot-glued in place.
Fox: Hot-glue the outer ear shapes to the back of the head first. The cheeks, nose, and eyes are then hot-glued, along with 12" buttons for pupils. Finish by hot gluing the belly and inner ear fabric shapes together.
Owl: Begin by hot-gluing the ears in place. Then, hot-glue the eye shapes (including 34" buttons for the pupils) and beak in place, along with the belly. Iron the wings and glue them to the sides under the cuff.
2. Ice Skate Stockings
These skate stockings are simple to make and are a fun way for your family to show off their favorite winter activity. After cutting two separate pieces of felt into shapes resembling blades, simply glue together the resulting pieces and then attach them to the end of the stocking. To create laces, embellish the embroidery with decorative backstitching and finish the ends with French knots.
3. Simple Felt Stockings
Are you looking for a simple way to brighten up the look of your mantel? Put some holiday spirit into this do-it-yourself holiday mantel decor project.
4. Cozy and Colorful Stockings
Not only are these felt stockings gentle to the touch, but they also require only a few simple steps to put together. Use a variety of cookie cutters to create a stocking that is even more unique to the recipient.
5. Dish Towel Stockings
Knit these traditional Christmas decorations and embellish them with the appropriate holiday trimmings.
6. Festive Felt Stockings
Rather than using bulky stockings that come with even bulkier price tags, consider using these do-it-yourself felt creations that are decorated in themes inspired by nature.
Tartan Stockings
Do you have a collection of vintage blankets and scarves? Make use of your old holiday clothes by repurposing them into festive stockings that you can use year after year.
7. No-Sew Snowflake Stocking
This stocking craft does not require any expertise in sewing; all you need is a marker to create an intricate pattern on the stocking.
8. Colorful Felt Stockings
Your guests will be astounded to learn that you handcrafted this vibrant assortment of merry stockings for them to take home with them.
9. Personalized Burlap Stocking
Make a statement with white burlap instead of the traditional brown this year. These homemade stockings are enhanced tremendously by the addition of some faux evergreen twigs.
10. Blanket Stocking
Follow the lead of Instagram user Camp Gilmore and create creative stockings with a retro vibe by making use of remnants from an old wool blanket (or perhaps even finding a secondhand wool blanket if you want to go thrifting). Camp's stockings can be found on her account here.
11. Festive Trim Stocking
A blogger by the name of Amanda Escoe shared on Instagram how she created a whimsical and bohemian style stocking by combining pom pom trim and fringe trim. This stocking will add a bit of texture and fun to any fireplace mantle.
12. Flannel & Trim Christmas Stockings
This do-it-yourself tutorial from Anna Olsen, Manager of Crafted Content at JOANN's, is an excellent (as well as adorable) option for those of you who are interested in bringing the coziness of flannel pajamas to your Christmas stockings.
13. Piñata Stocking
This festive and enjoyable stocking was crafted by Wild Mae Design using remnants of a variety of fabrics that were fringed. Include some extra-large pom poms in your design for a touch of extra playfulness.
14. Sleepy Reindeer Stocking
Crafter Katelyn Showalter of The Show Gals shows how to make the cutest darn reindeer stocking you've ever seen with just a few simple additions, such as a pom pom and some paper antlers. All it takes is a few simple additions, such as a pom pom and some paper antlers.
15. Snowman Stocking
Are you looking for a simple way to create a winter scene on a stocking? The Two Little Taylors blog recommends constructing a snowman out of two or three large white pom poms and the rest of the winter wonderland out of scraps of fabric. You can find the full instructions for this project on the blog.
16. Basic Burlap Stocking
Gather the children around you and enlist their assistance in putting together these sophisticated burlap stockings.
17. Chunky Knit Stocking
In order to take the mantel in your living room to the next level, you can take these woven stockings and stuff them with holiday decorations at the bottom and gifts at the top.
18. White Trimmed Burlap Stocking
For a look that won't go unnoticed, give these rustic burlap stockings some simple touches like buttons or other embellishments like that.
19. Embellished Burlap Stockings
These beautiful crafts will make Christmas morning feel like it's missing nothing. If you would rather use cotton instead of burlap, you can do so, and then spruce up the crafts even further by adding even more embellishments.
20. Polka Dot Stockings
These stockings, because of their muted color palette, are ideal for giving to any member of the family. As can be seen, the addition of a charming photo tag makes for an excellently personalized product.
21. Costal Stockings
These stockings are perfect for you if you have a steady hand and a love for the ocean as your primary interest in life.
22. Pretty Patterned Stocking
Personalizing stockings has never been simpler than with this foolproof method. As this blogger did, give each member of your family or group of friends their very own pattern.
23. Sweater Stocking
Don't get rid of those old sweaters just yet; you can repurpose them into these lovely handcrafted stockings instead. The only thing left to do is draw an outline of the stocking shape you want, and then cut the sweater out carefully. After that, you will need to attach a knot and then sew the pieces together. It's as simple as that!
24. Monogram Pin Stockings
Have you started preparing your stockings yet? Add a touch of personality to them with these bright monogram pins.
25. Personalized Felt Stockings
These stockings, which are monogrammed and made of wool felt, are not only pleasant to the touch but also durable enough to be given as last-minute presents.
26. Denim Stocking
Have you got any old jeans lying around? Do not dispose of them in the trash. Repurpose them by turning them into these artistic and patterned Christmas stockings.
27. No-Sew Stocking
Not a very good sewer, are you? No problem! Without resorting to the use of a sewing machine, here is the most straightforward approach to making lovely stockings.
28. Knotted Stocking
Despite the fact that this pattern appears to be somewhat more complicated than the others, it is still very simple to create.
29. Pom-Pom Trimmed Stocking
These chic stockings with pom-pom trim are the perfect way to adorn your home for the holiday season, even if red and green aren't your colors of choice.
30.Felted Stripe Stocking
This homemade stocking is packed to the brim with whimsical details. Make each striped stocking unique by embellishing it with pom poms and felt monograms in colors that contrast with or complement one another.
31. Colorful, Contrasty Fabric Stockings
Give each member of the family a Christmas stocking that reflects their individual characteristics and interests. When making the stockings, choose brightly colored and patterned fabrics. For lively embellishments, add embroidered vintage trims and ribbons to the stockings.
32. Monogrammed Stockings
You can personalize felt stockings for everyone on your list by using alphabet printables that you can download and print. A playful and contemporary appearance can be achieved by combining different fonts on the same stocking.
33. Floral Patches Stocking
This stocking, despite the fact that it appears to be intricately beautiful, is actually quite a bit simpler to put on than you might think. To put it all together, all you need is an iron and a few patches with pretty floral designs on them.
34. Feather Tree Stocking
If you've never thought about incorporating feathers into your holiday decorations before, one creative way to do so is by making a one-of-a-kind stocking using feathers. Collect pearls of various colors and feathers of a green color, and don't leave out the glittery star that will go on top of the tree.
35. Snowball Pom-Poms Stocking
Battle with snowballs! The only difference is that these snowballs won't become icy or melt inside your home. You are going to make a stocking instead that is adorned with pom-pom balls that represent snow. Select a number of pom-poms of varying sizes and colors that go well together, and then glue them onto a plain stocking. How simple!
36. Jingling Mistletoe
Jingle bells, indeed! Create a stocking that perfectly encapsulates the spirit of the holiday by affixing multicolored mistletoe branches made from microsuede patches, which you have previously cut and shaped, to the stocking using hot glue. The "berries" will be the jingle bells this year. Cute as a button and musical!
37. Sequin Blooms Stocking
Do you not think that this is the most appropriate time of the year to display decorations that shimmer and shine? The variety of sequin flowers that are hot-glued to a stocking to create a glittering final result makes this do-it-yourself stocking an extremely glamorous project.
38. Shimmery Stars Stocking
These vibrant stars are actually just painted on, if you can believe it! Utilizing star stencils and craft paint in metallic tones makes the process simple. Pro tip: Wax paper should be used inside the stocking to prevent the paint from seeping through.
39. Faux Suede Fringe Stockings
Pink faux suede fringe and gold block-style letters can be combined to create a stocking that is reminiscent of an adorable cheerleading uniform.
40. Patterned Stockings
Are you interested in creating some stockings that have a very traditional appearance? If you'd like to create patterned stockings that your family can keep for generations to come, this tutorial will help you achieve the vintage look you're going for.
41. Pom Pom and Tassel Stockings
Do you want to enhance the allure of the stockings you already own? The addition of jingle bells, pom-poms, and tassels can be accomplished by following these steps.
42. Personalized Dog Stocking
Woof, woof! What the dog is trying to say is, "I need a Christmas stocking too!" Create a personalized stocking for your four-legged pal, complete with a lovable paw print on the front.
43. Swan Stockings
What is an item that one would not normally expect to find in a Christmas stocking? Naturally, a swan will do! There is no question that your fireplace will be enhanced by the addition of a couple of swan stockings.
44. Sweater Stocking
Make good use of those ratty sweaters! The cable-knit sweater that was found at a thrift store for only two dollars was used to make this warm and fuzzy stocking.
45. Linen and Leather Stockings
Take a cue from these stockings, which were crafted from linen and leather for a look that is a little bit more contemporary and muted than what you might be used to seeing. The look is finished off with a rustic ladder.
46. Ticking Fabric Stockings
Projects that require no sewing are the way to go! The use of a red-and-white ticking fabric gives this scene an old-fashioned feel that is appropriate for Christmas.
47. Metallic Dots Stocking
How on-trend is this outfit? First, dots are cut from sheets of metallic heat transfer vinyl, and then the stockings are decorated with the dots using an iron.
48. Textured Stockings
You can do a little weaving of your own by using pre-made white knit stockings and dressing them up in colorful yarn accents and pom-poms. This will give the appearance that the stockings were woven.
49. Strawberry Stocking
The strawberry stocking is a classic choice due to its traditional colors of green and red. This one is constructed using warm and cuddly felt.
50. Striped Stocking
This tutorial will show you how simple it is to sew your very own Christmas stocking by hand, using fabric made from grain sacks (or any other fabric you want to use).
51. Faux Fur Stocking
Create a number of stockings out of faux fur to give the appearance of coziness and warmth to your fireplace. You can knit them with yarn that has a faux-fur appearance, like some people do.
52. Mudcloth-Inspired Stockings
Burlap stockings, spray paint, and white fabric paint are the materials you'll need to recreate these stockings that were inspired by mudcloth.
53. Tea Towel Stocking
Do you happen to have any shabby dish towels lying around? Making them into Christmas stockings will breathe new life into them and give you something to look forward to every holiday season.
54. Leather Tassel Stockings
These stockings have a wonderfully bohemian and up-to-date appearance thanks to the leather accents, tassels, fabric that is currently trendy, and cool initials.
55. Pom-Pom and Yarn Stockings
Joy to the world, and may your Christmas stockings be filled with happiness! These cheery creations were stitched together using hand-stitched pom-poms, felt, and colorful trims in a wide variety of hues.
56. Chenille Stockings
Chenille is no longer just for vintage bedspreads. In this instance, the material is ideal for making holiday stockings that have the appearance of having been taken from a different time period.
37. Plaid and Burlap Stockings
There is something about plaid and burlap that looks appropriate for the holiday season, particularly when it appears to be hanging from your mantel in the form of stockings.
58. Tree Stockings
Plain stockings can be dressed up with leather triangle trees for a look that is both understated and classic. They will look stunning when combined with contemporary Christmas decorations.
59. Dog Bone Stocking
During the holiday season, you must not overlook your pet dog. They also require their very own stocking, and it's likely that they'll give their blessing to this adorable bone-shaped alternative.
60. Personalized Stockings
Make these individualized Christmas stockings and hang them on your mantel during the holiday season for a look that is perfectly personalized. While honing your embroidery skills, it is a fantastic opportunity to highlight the brand-new holiday fabric you recently purchased.
61. Boho Stocking
Create this upcycled stocking to lend your mantel a touch of originality and creativity. This one was made with a gorgeous yellow fabric that was repurposed from an old garment.
62. Pom-Pom Stocking
These stockings, which come with tassels, pom-poms, wooden hearts, and the names of your family members embroidered on them, are sure to give you a warm and fuzzy feeling.
63. Monogram Stocking
A monogram is a fun and easy way to give your holiday stockings some character and individuality. These letters have an interesting spin on the ones that are typically found on letterman's jackets, and the pom-poms add a dash of whimsy to the design.
64. Glitter and Plaid Stockings
These stockings are guaranteed to look adorable when they are hung on any fireplace thanks to the gold, glittered lettering and wintry plaid patterns that they feature.
65. Gift Card Mini Stocking
What is the most endearing way to present someone with a gift card? Naturally, in a miniature stocking that was made by hand! These stockings earn bonus points due to the vibrant and whimsical pattern that they feature.
66. Cozy Stockings
You'll want to keep these stockings hung up long after Christmas because they feature embellishments such as gold bells, pom-poms in a variety of colors, and tiny tassels.
67. Fair Isle Leatherstocking
This is the perfect stocking for you if you spend the entire winter wearing sweaters with fair isle patterns on them. Leather, felt, wooden beads, and ribbon made of gold will be used in its construction.
68. Just Five Steps
In order to successfully complete this no-sew Christmas stocking tutorial, you will need only fabric, ribbon, scissors, and a glue gun. It only takes five steps to go from a pile of material to a finished stocking, so there's no reason to avoid making your own stocking for the upcoming holiday season.
69. Quirky Christmas Stockings
If you're the type of person who goes against the grain when it comes to holiday decorating, then this project is perfect for you. If you want your stocking to stand out on the mantle, consider making a fruit-themed stocking that requires little in the way of effort, time, or money to create. To round out the present and keep with the holiday spirit, stuff it full of fruit and add a personalized Christmas card.
70. Crafting Hour Brings Christmas Flowers
Who says florals are only appropriate in the springtime? This Christmas stocking tutorial will walk you through the process of crafting gorgeous stockings that are embellished with winter flowers. Beads and sequins work together to produce a merry sparkle that will delight not only you but also your guests.
71. Fun With Fonts
Do you have a good eye for design and a font that you particularly like to use? You won't need a sewing machine for this reverse appliqué tutorial because you'll learn how to give your stocking a personalized touch by adding your name in the typeface of your choice. You can achieve a sleek and contemporary look by applying your applique to a plain stocking.
72. Learn To Crochet
The winter months present a wonderful opportunity to pick up the skill of crocheting. You can make anything, from customized scarves and mittens to this lovely stocking made of crochet, which is perfect for the holiday season. Do not be concerned if you have never tried crocheting before. You can find tutorials tailored to your skill level to help you work through this enjoyable and visually stunning project.
73. A Family Affair
With this felt stocking tutorial, you and your children can join in on the holiday fun together. The steps are simple enough that the whole family will be able to follow them, but the finished product is every bit as lovely as a stocking that can be purchased in a store. Prepare yourself for the possibility that your grandparents will also want one.
74. Hand Stitched Stockings
The practice of hand stitching has been around for many generations, and it is not likely to go out of style any time in the near future. This tutorial on hand-stitched stockings will walk you through the process of creating an heirloom-quality stocking that your family will cherish for many years to come. Include this in a holiday card along with a heartfelt message that you are sending it to a loved one as a gift.
75. Elf On The Mantel
If your children look forward to discovering their mischievous little elf each morning during the month of December, then they are sure to adore this whimsical design for their Christmas stockings. Elf feet stockings are the ideal holiday decoration for hanging on the mantle and providing a hiding place for your family's furry little friend while celebrating the winter holidays.
76. An Elegant Pom Pom Trim
Add a simple and cute pom pom trim to the top of a plain stocking to give it a sophisticated twist on the traditional Christmas stocking. This design is the ideal complement to the warm glow of candles or Christmas lights, as well as bright accents of evergreen foliage.
77. Vintage Designs Made Easy
Vintage stockings are always popular, but in order to create them successfully, you typically need some expertise in hand stitching or sewing. Fortunately, there is an exception in the form of this vintage stocking tutorial, which calls for nothing more than glue and a little bit of creative thinking to complete.
78. Fun With Felt
With this do-it-yourself felt stocking tutorial, your Christmas stocking design is only constrained by the scope of your imagination. Take a look at the things in your environment, such as jolly ornaments and sprigs of holly, to find ideas for your stocking, and then make it so that it is completely one of a kind.
79. Build A Snowman
Do you long for a Christmas with a blanket of snow? Whether or not there is snow in the forecast for your city, you can always make a snowman with the help of this adorable snowman stocking tutorial. This adorable design does not melt, so you can enjoy it for many years to come during the winter holidays.
80. A Touch Of Velvet
A plush fabric like velvet in a deep Christmas color like red or green is the ideal choice for the winter holiday season because it is elegant, warm, and festive. You can add this special touch to your own holiday stocking by following this tutorial on how to make a velvet cuff and then attaching some fluffy white poms for some added whimsy.
81. In The Spirit Of Quilting
This homemade stocking, on the other hand, is surprisingly easy to make, despite the fact that traditional quilting can be a time-consuming activity. By adhering to this tutorial for a strip-pieced Christmas stocking, you can quickly produce a quilted design that is both traditional and intricate.
82. Stripe It
The use of stripes that are reminiscent of candy canes lends an old-fashioned and merry air to any Christmas decoration. Master the art of making a ticking stripe stocking to add a charming touch of elegance to your very own winter wonderland. For a festive and sweet finishing touch, hook a candy cane onto the cuff. Combine your striped Christmas stocking with a one-of-a-kind and personalized holiday card.
83. Easy Accents
This simple embellishment is perfect for you if you want a personalized stocking but aren't quite ready to tackle a monogramming tutorial just yet. Making and attaching these glitter letters to a Christmas stocking couldn't be easier. Make a stocking that is truly one of a kind by customizing it with your preferred glitter and a letter that is derived from either your first name, your last name, or both.
84. Cut And Paste
As soon as you hang these stockings on your mantle, you should get ready for questions from your friends and family about where you learned to sew. They won't believe you got such a cute personalized design by following a straightforward cut-and-paste stocking tutorial. They'll never believe it!
85. Small Treasures
Do you plan to give Christmas gifts of candy or gift cards this year? To give them a bit more pizzazz, dress them up with these do-it-yourself miniature stockings. The tutorial makes it simple to produce several of these at once, which makes them an ideal gift for educators as well as friends and family.
86. On Trend
Follow this elf stocking tutorial to indulge your imaginative side while also getting a dose of motivation from contemporary fashion trends. Your homemade stocking can incorporate all of your favorite design trends for this year's holiday season, from trendy pom poms to lovely pastels and everything in between. Create your own Christmas card to go along with the stockings you bought, and you'll be even more in step with current fashion trends.
87. Tassel Pom Stocking
When it comes to decorating your homemade Christmas stocking, why choose between tassels and pom poms when you can add both? This tassel pom tutorial is delightfully straightforward, and the finished product is the ideal embellishment for a felt stocking that is not difficult to sew.
88. From Sweater To Stocking
There is a good chance that you have an old Christmas sweater stashed away in your closet somewhere. Perhaps it is a sweater that you once loved but that does not fit you anymore, or perhaps it was an unusual present from a distant relative. To make a one-of-a-kind stocking that you and your family will treasure for many years to come, unearth it from wherever you've stashed it away, and then consult this tutorial for a stocking made from recycled sweaters.
