30 Best DIY Christmas Stockings to Make Your Mantel So Delightful
Your family will cherish these forever.
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Finding a set of Christmas stockings that matches your holiday décor isn't easy. Whether you go with farmhouse Christmas décor, vintage Christmas décor, rustic Christmas décor, or anything in between, you want stockings that are warm and cozy with a charming, homespun look! So, if you want that personal touch and an item that can be passed down, try making your very own DIY Christmas stockings.
It turns out that crafting a stocking at home is almost easier than picking out stocking stuffers! Plus, there are so many more options when you do it yourself—floral details, metallic accents, mistletoe, shimmering stars, pom-poms, and sequins galore. Some of them do call for basic sewing skills, but many of them can be made without a sewing machine, or even a needle. Here, you'll find fantastic ideas for crafting oh-so special DIY Christmas decorations that you can hang over the fireplace year after year.
You can actually add stocking-making to your growing list of Christmas traditions—and it doesn't hurt that it's the easiest possible way dress up your Christmas mantel, too. We've even got dog Christmas stockings so you can include your four-legged friends. Just be sure to grab the best Christmas stocking holders to finish off your display. No matter which of these DIY Christmas stocking ideas you make, one thing is certain: Santa will be wowed when he stops by on December 25!
Sweater Cuff Stockings
If you're looking for a good beginners tutorial with a slight festive flair, this is the stocking for you! It's a simple craft to follow and utilizes an old sweater to give the stocking a pretty cuff at the top.
Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
Color Block Stockings
OMG, how cute are these?! Talk about merry and bright! Liven up your home with pretty quilted color-block stockings that will never go out of style.
Get the tutorial at Sarah Hearts.
Ticking Fabric Stockings
No-sew projects for the win—especially when they're as charming as these stockings! Here, red-and-white ticking fabric imparts an Old World Christmas vibe that's sure to match the majority of Christmas decorations you already own.
Get the tutorial at Angela Marie Made.
Bright Quilted Stockings
Bright quilted stockings are a beyond welcoming addition to any mantel. These have a vintage retro vibe that will remind you of Christmas in the '80s or '90s! Just choose your favorite fabric then get to crafting!
Get the tutorial at Polkadot Chair.
Floral Patches Stocking
Festive florals? Count us in! Even though it looks intricately beautiful, this stocking is actually a lot easier to pull off than you think. All you need are some pretty patches and an iron to make it all come together.
Feather Tree Stocking
Maybe you've never considered using feathers in your holiday décor, but take it from us: using them to craft a one-of-a-kind DIY stocking makes for the most fabulous mantel display. Gather green feathers and multihued pearls, and don’t forget the glittery star on top of the tree.
Snowball Pom-Poms Stocking
Snowball fight! Except, these snowballs won’t be cold or melt in your house.Instead, you’ll make a stocking festooned with pom-pom “snowballs.” Choose several complementary pom-poms in various sizes and glue them onto a plain stocking. So easy!
Sequin Blooms Stocking
If you ask us, it's the perfect time of year to show off any and all décor that shimmers and shines! Insert: this DIY stocking that's just so glamorous with its variety of hot-glued sequin flowers that make for a glittering final result.
Jingling Mistletoe
Jingle all the way, indeed! Make a stocking that captures the sound of the season by creating colorful mistletoe branches that are cut from microsuede patches then hot glued to the stocking. The silver bells will be the “berries.” Cute and musical!
Pom Pom and Tassel Stockings
Want to add some charm to stockings you already have? These steps will show you how to add jingle bells, pom-poms, and tassels.
Get the tutorial at PMQ for Two.
Personalized Dog Stocking
Woof, woof! That’s dog for, “I need a Christmas stocking, too!” Make your furry friend his very own stocking, complete with a cute paw print.
Get the tutorial at Pillar Box Blue.
Kitty Stockings
If your family loves their kitties, consider making these adorable cat-themed stockings! You can personalize them with family members' names and whatever color scheme you like!
Get the tutorial at Happiness is Homemade.
Sweater Stocking
Put those old sweaters to use! This cozy stocking was made from a $2 cable-knit sweater discovered at a thrift shop.
Get the tutorial at Farmhouse on Boone.
Textured Stockings
Using pre-made white knit stockings, you can do a little weaving of your own by dressing them up in colorful yarn accents and pom-poms.
Get the tutorial at Ruff and Renew.
Faux Suede Fringe Stockings
For a stocking that’s reminiscent of an adorable cheerleading uniform, pair pink faux suede fringe with block-style gold letters.
Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess.
Striped Stocking
Using grain sack fabric (or any fabric you want), this tutorial will show you just how simple it is to sew your very own Christmas stocking.
Get the tutorial at Farmhouse on Boone.
Faux Fur Stocking
To make your fireplace look warm and snug, make a bunch of faux fur stockings! You can knit them with yarn that looks similar to faux fur.
Get the tutorial at Mama in a Stitch.
Tea Towel Stocking
Do you have any old tea towels lying around? Give them a new lease on life by transforming them into Christmas stockings!
Get the tutorial at Paper & Stitch.
Leather Tassel Stockings
Between the leather details, tassels, on-trend fabric, and cool initials, these stockings look perfectly bohemian and current.
Get the tutorial at The Crafted Sparrow.
Mudcloth-Inspired Stockings
You can recreate these mudcloth-inspired stockings using burlap stockings, spray paint, and white fabric paint.
Get the tutorial at Designing Vibes.
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