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Burlap Christmas Stockings

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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.)

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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.
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  2. LOVE it! I wanted to do the burlap thing too- I've been contemplating how to do the tops- but I like your idea. Hmmmm…. maybe I'll do it this year after all.

  4. I am missing the link found in this sentence:

    "The stockings were made just like the stockings found here, but I skipped the lining. I used some twine and sewed a loop to the sides for a hook."

    Help! I NEED to make these stockings!

  7. simply beautiful! I read your blog in reader and try to comment more often than not…but you need to know how amazing and inspiring you are. :) Thank You!

  11. Seriously! Could these get any cuter? You are amazing!

    Have fun with those last few gifts!

  12. I have been stalking your blog for quite some time but this post was absolutely wonderful. It brought me to tears actually. My husband's grandmother made burlap stockings for each of her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and spouses of all. She used her award winning needle point talent to personalize each with our names and something Christmasy like a Santa or a teddy bear. No two are the same. It's something that our family
    cherishes dearly. I think it's wonderful that you make your home so homey and make such wonderful
    memories for your family!

  15. I love these! I've been falling more and more in love with burlap since seeing the millions of ways everyone here in blogland use it! Your blog is amazing, thank you for sharing all your great ideas :)

  17. These are so pretty! Who would have thought that burlap could look so good? ;) I love them. Maybe next year I'll be organized and make up some cute stockings for my fam!

  18. I love these stockings, they are really gorgeous. But what really caught my eye was the mirror and vinyl saying. Love that!

  21. Can't believe I'm the first to ask where that cute snowflake on the mantle is from. Please share, it's darling!

  23. Beautiful, I love the whole look you have going on! I am ESPECIALLY in love with that snowflake and I NEED to know where that came from!

  24. So cute! Thank you for posting stockings, I was needing some instructions of how to make some.

  25. Okay for one why is EVERYTHING you do PERFECT. Honestly !! And I love your nativity where did you get it ? Thanks for all you do I LOVE IT , and my husband gets sick of all your ideas I try and re-create ..lol

  29. Oh…LOVE the texture! The smooth with the rough…

    What fun to feel as you pull stuffers out! Question, without the lining…does it look holey with stuff in them or are you using them only for decoration?

    This would look lovely as a tree skirt too I think. Why don't you test it out and let us know! ;) hehe!

    Honey

  33. I got the large snowflake at Hobby Lobby at the after-Christmas-sales last year. I know, so unhelpful…..but maybe they have them again this year? I haven't even looked. But good luck!!!!

    Ashley

  34. The ruffles & details at the top of these stocking are super cute. Now my creative ideas are spinning for next year. Colored burlap would be cute as well…

  35. Love the stockings! I featured them on my blog today & I am now a follower!

    Amanda

    Frillsandfrolic.blogspot.com

  36. I know I’m eight months late…but I’m so wishing I had a fireplace and mantle right now, even here in Arizona! Lol. I’m absolutely copying the “O Holy Night” on the mirror behind the nativity thing. LOVE IT.

  37. Hi, so I wanted to make these stockings, but I was wondering if you have instructions on how to do the ruffles and buttoned tops on the other stocking?

  38. I was going to tell you that I’m following you now on GFC and FB – I just posted a post about Fall Wreath Inspiration and would love to have you link up a Fall Wreath you’ve made. You can link up any wreaths you’ve blogged about or if you’d like to do a new post you can do that too. =D

    http://holidaygiftsandmore.blogspot.com/2011/10/autumn-wreath-inspiration.html

    thanks so much! Tina “The Book Lady”
    BTW, I also have a Weekend Linky where you can link up any creative things you’ve been doing – crafty, recipe, fall activities, etc – each weekend Fri-Sun. =D

  39. These are such beautiful stockings! I love the burlap stockings, but adding the satin is such an elegant touch! Thanks for sharing!