A miniature Christmas stocking is delightful – it can be
used for a tree decoration, as a bag for a small gift such
as jewelery or sweets, and it is both a fun and easy project
to make at home. For children learning to sew, this is an
easy early project to make.
!! Steps !!
Use the template here to make your own template. Simply click on the
image to enlarge and print off the template.
Cut out the template.
Pin it to the fabric. You can either pin it to two pieces of fabric
at the same time or pin it to single pieces twice.
Cut around the template through the fabric.
You will now have two pieces of fabric shaped like stockings.
Thread your needle. For the stocking shown in this article, double
thread was used but single thread will also work.
Face the two pieces of fabric together, inside out. Pin in place.
You will be sewing the stocking the wrong side first and then
turning the stocking back out the right way at the end.
Sew around the edge of the stocking shapes. Keep sewing until you
reach the other edge, leaving the top opening part unstitched. Tie a
knot to finish off the sewing.
Turn the bag inside out. Your stocking is now ready.
* Turn down the top to neaten the finish. Stitch into place if
wished.
* Decorate the stocking if needed. Add decorative elements, or write
a short message on the stocking, such as "Merry Christmas!" or
"Happy Holidays!"
* Stuff it with treats or use it as an ornament on the tree. Attach
a small loop of yarn or ribbon to form a hook at the top edge of
the stocking if you're intending to use it as a decoration.
!! Video !!
!! Tips !!
* Unwanted denim is good to use up for this project.
* You can also use felt to make a stocking. Felt makes a
very neat, stylized finish.
* Follow these same steps, only draw the stocking bigger, to make a
large stocking.
* Even if you don't have a printer, you can easily copy the template
shown here by free hand and cut it out to follow as a template.
!! Warnings !!
* Always be careful when using sewing needles. Don't leave them
lying around after use – put them back in their original holder.
!! Things You'll Need !!
* Printer
* Sewing needle
* Thread
* Non-fraying fabric
* Thimble (optional, but recommended)
* Scissors
!! Related WikiHows !!
* How to Make a Christmas Stocking
* How to Make a Christmas Stocking out of a Sock
* How to Fill a Christmas Stocking
* How to Crochet a Mini Stocking
* How to Fill a Dog's Stocking for Christmas
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