Canvas Crazy: A Series

Project #5: Christmas Stockings

Difficulty Level: Easy
Price Range: Free!

So this year I am committed to not spend a single dime on Christmas decorations.  Even if I make something, I can only use supplies I already own!  I have been wanting new stockings for two years but am shocked at how expensive they are.  Here are some I found:

Pottery Barn $19 x 4 stockings = more than I am willing to spend on stockings

Ballard $34 x 4 stockings = I do not want to discuss this issue

I do love the natural look of the Ballard design, so I chose to utilize by trusty canvas material, some craft glue, and newspaper to make my own.

Step 1: Determine the appropriate size for the stocking... I used an old stocking I had in the attic.  Make sure you allow enough length to create a cuff (hence why the stocking in the photo looks funny).

Step 2: Create a template.  I used newspaper and traced around the blue stocking to get the correct shape.  I grabbed the first piece of newspaper I could find and it was the Hobby Lobby ad!!!  God is testing me but I am determined to stay strong.  I cut right through the 40% off coupon and never looked back.

Step 3: Use the template to trace and cut out as many stockings as you desire... I wanted to make four total so I had eight pieces.

Step 4: Use fabric glue and glue to stockings together with the "good sides" facing each other.  Let dry for several hours.

Step 5: Once the stockings are dry, turn them right side out and fold over the cuff.

This is the final product.  I still need to iron the edges flat and embellish each stocking with ribbon and other craft goodies!

Hope you are enjoying the beginning of the holiday season!

Blessings,

Jen