Polka Dot Stocking

By: Briana Kepner from Briana K Designs

Polka Dot Stocking

By: Briana Kepner from Briana K Designs

"Each year I cannot help but create a new stocking just for fun. It’s become my holiday tradition and I don’t want to even imagine just how many stockings I’ll have when I’m old lol. I cannot help it because they are just so fun and quick to work up! Yarn: Bulky 5 Weight Yarn • Red Heart Hygge in colorway Pearl and Ivy Yarn substitutions (check gauge): • Red Heart Comfort Chunky • Stylecraft for Babies Chunky • Lion Brand Wool-Ease Chunky • King Cole Big Value Baby Soft Chunky Yardage: • 175 yards (160 m) Supplies: • Size US J (6 mm) crochet hook • Removable stitch markers if needed • Yarn needle to weave in ends Measurements: • Length: 16” (41 cm) • Width: 6” (15 cm)"

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Celebrate With More Christmas Craft Ideas

If you enjoyed making the Polka Dot Stocking, here are a few more Christmas crafts that you might love:

1. Crocheted Ornaments: Create a set of festive crocheted ornaments to adorn your Christmas tree. You can make them in a variety of shapes and colors, adding a personal touch to your holiday decor. Try using the same Bulky 5 Weight Yarn that you used for the Polka Dot Stocking, and experiment with different stitch patterns and embellishments.

2. Holiday Wreath: Put your crochet skills to use by making a beautiful holiday wreath to hang on your front door. You can use a similar bulky weight yarn in Christmas colors like red, green, and white, and add in some sparkly yarn or beads for extra flair. You can also incorporate crochet motifs like granny squares or flowers to give your wreath a unique look.

3. Christmas Stocking Garland: If you love making stockings, why not create a whole garland of mini stockings to hang up as a festive decoration? You can crochet small stockings using the same yarn and hook size as the Polka Dot Stocking, and string them together using a matching yarn. Hang the garland above your fireplace or along a mantel for a charming holiday display.

Whether you choose to make crocheted ornaments, a wreath, or a stocking garland, these Christmas crafts will bring joy to your holiday season and allow you to showcase your creative talents. Happy crafting!

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