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Burlap Christmas Stockings
December 13, 2010 - By Ashley Johnston 41 Comments
I know, I just made stockings last year.
(Click
here to see them.)
(And the
Christmas tree skirt is found
here, in case you need one of those too.)
But, I happened upon
these burlap stockings, and decided I was going to adopt the burlap stocking idea.
Mostly because I wanted more muted colors for the mantel this year.
And of course, this whole satin and burlap look just does something to me.
That textured combo makes me happy.
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The new stockings have been happily hung above the fireplace.
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And a bit of vinyl was added to the mirror behind the nativity…….a perfect reminder of a perfect birth, so many years ago.
(More info on vinyl projects here.) Two styles of burlap stockings, both made with satin at the top.
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And a few buttons for added detail.
Just the change I was hoping for. Check.
The stockings were made just like the stockings found
here, but I skipped the lining……and then zig-zagged the top. (Which will be covered by the satin later.) Then I used some twine and sewed a loop to the sides for a hook.
For 2 of the stockings, I created a ruffle by making basting stitches about 1 1/2 inches from each end of a long strip of satin, gathered it in, and then sewed it right to the stocking. (Need help with gathering? Click
here.) I also didn’t hem the edges of the satin. I just used a lighter and melted the edges so they wouldn’t fray…..before gathering it all in.
For the other 2 stockings, I pleated a long strip of satin, ironed it flat, wrapped it around the top, sewed it closed along the back…….then hand-stitched it to the stocking around the top and bottom to keep it in place. Then I added large buttons to the front. (I used a similar pleating technique
here.)
And that was it.
I think we are officially ready for Christmas to arrive.
Well, as far as fun new decor goes.
We still have a few gifts to purchase. Eeek.