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The holiday season is upon us, and it’s time to embrace the joy and festivity that Christmas brings. One of the most cherished Christmas traditions is hanging stockings for family members to be filled with delightful stocking stuffers on Christmas Eve. But where and how you display these stockings can add an extra layer of holiday cheer to your home.
Here are some wonderful ideas hanging your Christmas stockings even if you don’t have a fireplace mantle. You can not only hang your stockings but use them as part of your indoor Christmas decorating.
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Where to hang your Christmas stockings
Staircase Railing
If you have stairs inside your home this is a great place to hang your stockings and decorate the railing all at the same time. Start with a Christmas garland and wrap it around the hand railing part of your staircase.
Take some colourful ribbon and cut a 6 to 10 inch piece. Put the ribbon through the loop on the top of your stocking and then tie it to the garland that is wrapped around the hand railing. Empty stockings are light and can be removed from the garland before they are filled so the ribbon doesn’t need to be too strong. If you prefer to fill them where they are then make sure to use a stronger ribbon and tie it tightly to the garland.
Space each Christmas stocking evenly along the railing and you will have a wonderfully decorated staircase.
Create A Focal Point In Your Living Room With Your Christmas Stockings
You may have a fireplace without a mantle such as a woodburning stove. In this case you can create a beautiful Christmas focal point on the wall around your fireplace. Purchase removable hooks to put on the wall – 3M makes a great product that you can take down after Christmas. You can find these hooks and building centers, department stores and office supply stores.
If you are decorating around a fireplace, start by placing your hooks a few feet above the top of your fireplace and place about a foot to the right and the other about a foot to the left of the fireplace. Think of your fireplace like a window and place your hooks above it as though you were placing the hardware for a curtain rod.
Once your hooks are in place, put up a Christmas garland so that when the ends hand down from each hook they reach the floor. To hang stockings it is best to use a garland that is meant to look like fir tree branches and has wire inside. For an added decorating effect, you can wind a set of mini Christmas lights through your garland or purchase a lighted garland.
Now you can hang your Christmas stockings from the garland either along the top as you would fom a fireplace mantle or down each side. You may want to add a piece of ribbon to the loop on your stocking or just use the loop itself.
Hang Your Christmas Stockings On Each Bedroom Door
You can also hang each Christmas stocking on the outside of each bedroom door. Again, removable hooks will work fine for this. Dress each stocking up with a pretty Christmas ribbon and use the loop from the stocking to hang it on the hook on the door.
Entertainment Centre
If you have an entertainment centre that has a top, then you should use that as your mantle. You can set stocking holders right on the top and hang your stockings on it. Be sure not to hang them in front of your TV so you can still watch your favourite holiday shows.
Bed
If you’re truly stumped as to where to hang stockings, think about the end of your bed if you have a footboard. The stockings can hang off the end of the footboard by using ribbon to tie them on or tacks if you don’t made tiny holes in your footboard (if it’s a wood board). You could even start a new tradition where Christmas morning you can all open up your stockings together in bed.
There are so many wonderful ways to hang the Christmas stockings and decorating your home for the holidays. Don’t get stuck thinking only one way will work. Be creative and use some festive ribbon and garland and you will enjoy the results.
Other cool Christmas Stocking Display Ideas
- Fireplace Mantel Magic: The fireplace mantel is the perfect place for your family’s stockings. Coordinate them with your color scheme for a cohesive look.
- Wall of Cheer: Use wall hooks or Command hooks to create a stocking display on your wall. Arrange them in different designs for a fun and festive look.
- Rustic Charm: Achieve a rustic look by using old skis as stocking hangers. Hang your stockings on the skis’ bindings for a unique take on this tradition.
- Sweater Stockings: Upcycle an old sweater into stockings. Sew them with a simple design, and they’ll add a cozy and nostalgic touch to your holiday decor.
- Console Table Elegance: Place your stockings on a console table near the entrance. This not only looks great but also provides easy access for Santa on Christmas Eve.
- Tree Branch Delight: Bring the outdoors in by using a tree branch as a stocking holder. Hang it from the ceiling or on a wall with festive garland for added charm.
- TV Stand Surprise: Utilise your TV stand as the perfect spot for displaying stockings. Green stockings with a festive colour scheme will add to the holiday spirit.
- Small Space Solutions: If you’re short on space, consider a decorative ladder as your stocking display. It takes up minimal space and adds a touch of elegance.
- Faux Fur Fancy: Line the top of your fireplace mantel or a console table with faux fur for a luxurious touch. Hang your stockings from it using decorative elements.
- Stocking Garland: Create a garland with miniature stockings for a unique and festive look. It’s a fantastic idea for adding holiday cheer to smaller spaces.
- Ladder of Joy: Decorate an old wooden ladder with stockings and holiday decorations. This is a practical idea for displaying stockings in a corner or against a wall.
- Advent Calendar Display: Arrange your family’s stockings in the shape of an advent calendar for a playful and organised approach to Christmas stocking display.
- Coat Rack Charm: Use an old coat rack as a stocking holder. Paint it in festive colors and hang your stockings for a functional and stylish stocking display.
- Stylish Stocking Holder: Invest in stylish stocking hangers that match your decor. They not only hold your stockings securely but also add a decorative touch.
- Pom-Pom Perfection: Add pom-pom trim to your stockings for a fun and whimsical look. These colorful details will bring a smile to your face.
- Personalised Touch: Create wooden tags with your family name or initials and attach them to the stockings. It’s a simple way to add a personal touch.
- Hang from Above: Suspend your stockings from the ceiling using fishing wire. This creates a magical floating effect, especially when paired with mini Christmas trees.
- Repurpose and Reimagine: Get creative with scrap wood by crafting your own unique stocking holders. Customise them to your desired shape and size.
- Holiday Magic with Candy Canes: Attach candy canes to your stockings for a sweet and festive touch. They not only look great but also make for a tasty treat.
- Wooden Bead Beauty: Thread wooden beads onto a string or wire and use them to hang your stockings. This adds a rustic and charming element to your display.
- Hang on a Green Stocking: If you have a green Christmas tree, hang stockings from the branches for a coordinated and festive look.
- DIY Stocking Loop: Craft a loop from holiday-themed fabric and attach it to the top of the stocking. Use it to hang your stockings from hooks or knobs.
- The Good Old Days: Incorporate a nostalgic touch by using vintage stocking holders or antique hooks for a classic Christmas vibe.
- Dog Christmas Stocking: Don’t forget your furry family members! Hang a special dog Christmas stocking for your four-legged friend.
- Holiday Wall Art: Turn your stocking display into a work of art by arranging stockings in different designs and colours. It’s a fun way to express your creativity.
Incorporating these Christmas stocking display ideas into your holiday decor will spread joy and warmth throughout your home. Whether you prefer a traditional or more modern look, there’s a fantastic idea here for everyone. So, get ready to deck the halls with stockings and bring the holiday spirit to life in your home this Christmas season.
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