Top 40 Christmas Stockings Decoration Ideas

Stockings are a staple to the Christmas décor. While the ideal place for its decoration is mantelpiece, there are plenty of other places to hang stockings as well, like tabletop trees, chairs, stairs and even walls. Below, we’ve gathered 40 Christmas stocking decoration ideas for your help. Read on!

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1. Fun Filled Stockings:

We are crushing on these stockings. More than the stockings, we are inquisitive to know what’s inside it.

2. Polka Dot Stockings:

Don’t you think polka dots are very cheerful? They manage to make you smile at every glance. These fun, burlap stockings would get together in a jiffy.

3. Whimsical Christmas Stocking:

Here are whimsical stocking inspired by the pages of design catalog. You are free to customize it according to your taste.

4. Go With Plaids:

If you want to give your stocking a 3D look, embellish it with house letters. X is giving it a masculine feel.

5. A Rustic Idea:

These leather stockings will give a rustic touch to your home. And try to use different colored stockings to create variation.

6. Cutie Clare:

Here’s a DIY for a cute stocking. You need to cut the shapes of the stocking, stitch and have your child embellish it.

7. Red And White:

These patterned stockings would look amazing with the red and white theme. And we love how the different patterns are used.

8. Hang The Stockings From Balcony:

Hang some traditional stockings from the balcony to spread festive cheer outdoors.

9. Crocheted Stockings:

If you are good at stitching and sewing, make these lovely crochet stocking for your mantelpiece.

10. Pretty In Green:

This beautiful black and green stocking has cuff made from plaid fabric and affixed with adhesive tape. But the highlight is the toggles.

11. A Warm Stocking:

This cuddly stocking is ideal for beginners. You just need some embroidery thread and fleece for it.

12. For The Outdoors:

Upcycle your old sweater to turn into a lovely Christmas stocking for the outdoors. You can fill with some candies too!

13. Hang The Stockings From Cupboard:

For a fresh change, hang the stockings from the cupboard. It’s not only looking beautiful, but will also give you ample space to decorate your mantelpiece.

14. Beautifully Metallic:

Hang some white and gray stockings from the mantelpiece and put some metallic baubles and ornaments in it.

15. DIY Stockings:

If you are looking for a craft to make with your children this Christmas, we’ve got an idea for you. The stockings may not last long, but memories certainly will.

16. Recycled Stockings:

Making stockings is a great way of recycling your old fabrics. We loved the goodies stuffed in it.

17. Mama And Papa:

This idea is for kids. Make a set of stockings for your parents and hang them from the main door.

18. Denim Stocking:

Bring your old denim to use by making a stocking out of it. To add another layer of interest, sew holiday-inspired fabrics on the pockets.

19. Use Confetti For Decorating The Stockings:

Decorate the top of your stockings with appliqued ornamental dots to evoke the festivities of a vibrant party.

20. Retro Stockings:

If you want to create a colorful decor, hang bright and dynamic stockings from the mantelpiece.

21. White And Gold:

This stocking celebrates the appeal of gold and geometric design. This stocking is made with gold glitter paint and freezer paper stencils.

22. Patchwork Denim:

Here’s another example of denim stockings, but this one is finished with patchwork.

23. Little Cuties:

These stockings are cuteness personified. It can be a bit difficult, if not impossible, to make these stockings. So you can purchase something similar and hang from the mantel.

24. Santa Pant As Stockings:

These are so unconventional. We’re sure your mantelpiece will stand out if you use Santa’s pants shaped stockings.

25. Stockings In Wintry Shades:

Stockings in wintry shades can blend very easily with colors of your interior. You can even embellish it anyway, you like.

26. Knitted Stockings:

What’s Christmas without knitted stockings? It’s no less than a staple, you see. So purchase a similar one and enhance the décor of your house.

27. Stockings For Baby’s First Christmas:

Here’s a lovely stocking idea for your baby’ first Christmas. You can decorate it from your mantelpiece or in your child’s nursery.

28. Boot Shaped Stockings:

This idea is oh-so-cool! We think it would look fantastic in your teenage son’s room. Do not forget to etch your child’s name on it.

29. A Sophisticated Look:

Bring a touch of femininity to your mantelpiece with this embellished stocking. You just have to look for fabric that goes well with your décor.

30. Felt Stockings:

How elegant is this felt stocking? Very elegant, right? Make or purchase a felt stocking and decorate with felt snowflakes.

31. For A Coastal Christmas:

These beautifully embellished stockings would make a lovely addition to your coastal theme.

32. Unusual, Yet Beautiful:

This is such an unusual way of hanging the stockings. Even your guests will be surprised seeing such a lovely décor.

33. Burlap Stockings:

Not many, but just two burlap stockings are hung from the logwood, which is the mantelpiece piece of this decoration idea.

34. For The White Christmas:

The peaceful vibes you get from the color white can be felt in this decoration idea. This idea would suit a white Christmas theme very well.

35. Hang It From The Door:

This is one of the easiest ideas for you to implement. If you are contemplating a similar idea, ensure that the background contrasts with the color of the stockings.

36. Make Use Of Greens:

You can even make use of the greens in your garland. Take a handful of evergreen twigs and put in a white stocking. You can hang the stocking from anywhere you like, not just mantelpiece.

37. Stunning Pastels:

The off-white colored stockings are decorated with green, pink and gold ornaments. Don’t you think they look amazing?

38. Flowered Felt Stocking:

If you want to give a modern twist to your stockings, embellish it with buttons to make tiny flowers.

39. Elves Shoe As Stocking:

Another lovely idea for you to incorporate this Christmas.

40. Stitched Elf Stockings:

Why don’t you the elves to decorate your stockings instead of filling them? This simple embroidery can be done in just a day.