15 DIY Christmas Stockings For The Holiday Season
DIY Christmas Stockings For Christmas
Who’s ready for some holiday creations? If you’re nodding along, then good! I’m certainly ready to get into the holiday cheer mood, and that means taking a close look at these 15 DIY Christmas Stockings For The Holiday Season.
This list of patterns is going to give you mantle-ready stockings that are going to be the right combination of unique and classic.
Everyone interprets classic Christmas stockings a little differently, but that just means that you’ll be able to decorate intentionally in a way that speaks to you and your home decor scheme!
There’s a little bit of everything here to help you find just the right choice.
There are classic thin-striped stockings with taupe folding at the top. Similar, in a neutral theme, are beige stockings with small name tags on them. If you are keeping a classic, quiet theme in your space, this is a wonderful option!
If you are going with something more textured, enjoy a plaid and burlap stocking that you can enjoy as a reversible choice for some attention to detail!
If you are going to fill these with a lot of things, burlap is a great choice!
There are all sorts of monogrammed ones, including a pink and white one with gold sparkling letters.
Or white with off-set red stripes and typecast letters. These are great for going with a bookish theme, in particular!
There are themed fabric options, too, such as a winter wonderland, snow globe, classic Christmas poinsettias, and red with white dots or green with white dots. The list goes on!
Really, you can find a DIY Christmas stocking to suit every household decor scheme and member!
It’s great for involving everyone in on the decision, too, since everyone can decide what they most want to do to decorate their own stocking.
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Check Out The Quick And Easy DIY Christmas Stockings For The Holiday Season Below
A Christmas DIY stocking is waiting for you in the collection below. If you aren’t sure what you most want to work on yet, scroll through each tutorial and find just the right one for you.
Since these are lessons, you can start on any one you want even if you don’t have much crafting experience! Perfect for lots of family fun!
When you are ready to start, click on the link of the description that you love most, and you’ll be taken to the tutorial page to get to work.
From there, just grab your supplies and enjoy the process! You won’t need to log in or sign up to access the tutorial.
If you know another holiday lover, send this collection on to them and enjoy making their holiday a bit more jolly!
Cuffed Christmas Stocking Sewing Pattern (+ Video)
This cozy Cuffed Christmas Stocking is a lovely holiday decoration that you can personalize for your family. The quilted design adds a special touch, but you can skip it if you prefer. These stockings make a practical and thoughtful gift for loved ones.
Designer: Brandy of Gluesticks
Materials Used:
- 1/2 Yard Fabric for Stocking
- 1/2 Yard Fabric for Lining
- 1/2 Yard Batting (I Like This Kind)
- 1 (5.5″ x 19.5″) Piece of Fabric for Cuff
- 1 (19.5″) Piece of Trim (Bias Tape, Fabric, Lace, etc.)
- 1 (2″ x 6″) Piece of Fabric for Loop (Stocking Hanger)
- Thread
- Scissors
- Pins
- Sewing Machine
- Iron
Format: Handmade
DIY Felted Stripe Christmas Stockings
Add a special touch to your holidays with these DIY Felted Stripe Christmas Stockings. Made from red and white striped felted wool, they offer a classic and cozy look. These stockings are designed to be a lasting part of your holiday traditions.
Designer: Kelly of Studio DIY
Materials Used:
- Large sheet of paper (or a paper grocery bag), to use as a template
- White/Cream Wool Felt (About 2 yards, if you are lining the stocking with felt too)
- Red Wool Roving
- Needle Felting Mat
- Needle Felting Tool
- Sewing Machine
- Pins
- Scissors
- 9×12″ Sheet Felt in Contrasting Color (For the letter, optional)
- Yarn in Desired Colors
- Pom Pom Maker
- Embroidery Needle
- Embroidery Thread
- Stuffing
Format: Handmade
DIY Canvas and Burlap Stockings
These DIY canvas and burlap stockings are a great way to add a festive touch to your holiday decor. Made from Target’s canvas tea towels, they are easy to make and budget-friendly. This project is ideal if you’re looking for a quick and simple way to create Christmas stockings.
Designer: Johnnie Collier of Saved by Love Creations
Materials Used:
- Tea towels or canvas drop cloth
- Fabric Scissors
- Stocking Template
- Pencil for marking fabric
- Straight Pins
- Jute or twine
- Embellishments of your choice
Format: Handmade
Elf Christmas Stocking Tutorial & Pattern
Check out the Elf Christmas Stocking tutorial and pattern featuring Liberty Print fabrics. You can adjust the size of your stockings to suit your needs.
Designer: BlondeDesign
Materials Used:
- FQ to 1/2 metre/yard of fabric
- Batting or thin wadding
Format: Handmade
Coffee Bag Stockings
Coffee Bag Stockings: These stockings are made from old burlap coffee bags, giving them a special, rustic look. They make a unique and Eco-friendly gift for coffee lovers. Perfect for adding a personal touch to your holiday decorations or showing appreciation to someone special.
Designer: Susi of Just Crafty Enough
Materials Used:
- Coffee Bags
- Pattern Paper
- Matching Thread
- Ribbon (For Accent)
- Fabric Glue
- Scissors
- Pins
- Sharpie Marker
- Sewing Machine
- Shop Vac
Format: Handmade
How to Make a Patchwork Christmas Stocking
These patchwork Christmas stockings are a great way to use up leftover Christmas fabric. They add a personal touch to your holiday decorations and are easy to make. For a neat finish, you can use a solid fabric for the lining.
Designer: Sew Very Crafty
Materials Used:
- Pattern
- 5 Different fabric remnants or fat quarters
- 1/2 yd Lining fabric
- 1/2 yd Fusible interfacing like pellon 808 for structure
- 1/4 yd Ribbon for hanging loop (Optional)
Format: Handmade
How to Sew a DIY Christmas Stocking Including a Pattern!
Make your own Christmas stockings with our easy DIY tutorial. It includes a free pattern and video guide to help you create stockings using ivory cotton velveteen and custom-dyed colors. This project is perfect for adding a special touch to your holiday decorations.
Designer: Melissa Mora of Melly Sews
Materials Used:
- Fabric – 1/2 yard for the main stocking and 1/4 yard of the contrast fabric
- The pattern
- For the appliquéd stockings only – Heat n’ Bond Lite
- For the appliquéd stockings only, embroidery thread
- For the poinsettia appliqués – jingle bells
- Optional for contrast toes – piping
Format: Handmade
Easy Christmas Stocking Pattern
Add a festive touch to your holiday decor with this Easy Christmas Stocking Pattern, inspired by a clever idea from my husband. This pattern lets you make a cute stocking in just 10 minutes, perfect for adding a personal touch to your Christmas. Enjoy a quick and simple project that brightens up your holiday season.
Designer: Amber of Crazy Little Projects
Materials Used:
- 1/2 Yard each of two fabrics
- Ribbon to create a hanger (optional)
- Stocking Pattern Pieces
Format: Handmade
Stockings Hung by the Fire
Celebrate your baby’s first Christmas with this DIY stocking project. It’s a modern take on a classic design, adding a bit of color to make it extra festive. This stocking will be a special keepsake for years to come.
Designer: Teri of The Lovely Drawer
Materials Used:
- Black Fabric Paint
- Paintbrush
- White cotton fabric
- Pink Felt
- Pencil
- Embroidery needle
- Black embroidery thread
- White embroidery thread
- Scissors
- Sewing machine
- White machine thread
- 3x fine wool (varied colours)
- Downloadable template
- Pins
Format: Handmade
Faux Suede Fringe Stocking DIY
Celebrate your family’s first Christmas with these stylish Faux Suede Fringe Stockings. Made from soft faux suede and decorated with layered fringe, they add a special touch to your holiday decorations. These stockings are perfect for making your Christmas extra memorable.
Designer: Laura Gummerman of A Beautiful Mess
Materials Used:
- 1/4 Yard White Cotton Fabric
- 1/4 Yard Faux Suede Fabric
- EverSewn Sparrow 30 Sewing Machine
- Fabric Glue
- Straight Pins and Fabric Scissors
- Iron-On Gold Letters
- Fabric Clips (Optional)
- Stocking Template
Format: Handmade
How To Sew A Burlap Christmas Stocking For Beginners
This burlap Christmas stocking is a great addition to your holiday decorations. Made from sturdy burlap, it has a classic look that fits well with any Christmas theme. Easy to make yourself, this stocking adds a personal touch to your festive season.
Designer: Liz of Blue & Hazel
Materials Used:
- Burlap
- Fabric to line the inside of the stocking or just enough for the upper rim.
- Ribbon for the hook and any decoration you want on the front of the stocking.
- Glue gun, optional if you opt to get any decoration.
- A large paper grocery bag as long as a stocking to make your pattern out of
- Pins
- Sewing Machine
Format: Handmade
Merry & Bright Christmas Stocking Pattern a Cricut Maker Project
Add some holiday joy with the Merry & Bright Christmas Stocking Pattern, made with a Cricut Maker. This wool felt stocking is easy to cut and assemble thanks to the Cricut machine. It’s a fun and simple way to decorate your mantel for Christmas.
Designer: Melissa Mortenson of Polkadot Chair
Materials Used:
- Cricut Maker Machine with Rotary Blade attachment
- 12×24 Cutting Mat (Standard or Light Grip)
- Cricut EasyPress Machine
- EasyPress Mat
- Cricut Transfer Tape
- Paper Backed Fusible Web
- 3/4 yard wool felt per stocking
- 1/4 yard wool felt for stocking top
- A large square of wool felt for holly garland
- 1/2 yard of ribbon
- An assortment of small red buttons
- Basic Sewing Supplies
Format: Handmade
Simple Christmas Stockings (Handmade Christmas 2014)
These simple Christmas stockings are an easy and affordable DIY project. Made from drop cloth fabric, they are both budget-friendly and customizable. You can make 10 stockings for under $20, making them a great choice for a festive family display.
Designer: Angi Schneider of Creative Simpleliving
Materials Used:
- Canvas drop cloth
- Pattern
- Muslin fabric
- Burlap ribbon
- Embroidery thread, thin crochet thread or ribbon
- Sewing essentials
Format: Handmade
DIY Personalized Christmas Stockings
These DIY stockings bring a mix of fun and tradition to your holiday celebrations. Whether you use a sewing machine or just a glue gun, you’ll end up with beautiful stockings filled with memories.
Designer: Erin of Notice The Little Things
Materials Used:
- Felt
- Embellishments
- Thread
- Trim
- Hot Glue
Format: Handmade
Ticking Stripe Christmas Stockings
These ticking stripe Christmas stockings bring a classic look to your holiday decorations. They look great hanging from a kitchen shelf. If you want to make your own, there’s an easy tutorial with a pattern from Moda Bake Shop to help you.
Designer: Robin of Happy At Home
Materials Used:
- Fabric
- Pattern
- Scissors
- Sewing Essentials
Format: Handmade
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