Christmas Stockings and Holders

It’s become a well-known tradition to hang a Christmas stocking for each member of the family by the chimney with care. Even if your home lacks a mantel or chimney, it’s a sure thing your Christmas stockings will be filled to the brim with holiday goodies come the morning of the 25th. Though the origins of this whimsical tradition aren’t known for sure, it certainly adds an extra touch of fun to the holidays for both children and adults alike.

When choosing a Christmas stocking for each member of your family, decide how they’ll fit in with your overall holiday décor theme. You can also consider different materials. Fabric and felt are popular options, but needlepoint Christmas stockings and knit Christmas stockings can add a traditional vibe to your décor. Personalized Christmas stockings are another great choice as they allow everyone to know which bundle of gifts is theirs. This can also turn a simple decoration into a family heirloom that will last for years.

With every Christmas stocking comes a stocking holder. These can be purely functional and feature a metal finish, or they can become an additional decorative element. You can find stocking holders with stars, reindeer, dogs and cats, snowmen and more. Whatever design you choose, make sure it’s crafted to fit your mantel, shelf or wall. It should be sturdy and grip the edge or wall so that your filled stocking doesn’t fall to the floor.