In most Christmas traditions, stockings play an important part – some hang them at the bottom of their bed, some leave them by the fireplace… whatever the location, they are expected to be found full of gifts on the Christmas Day morning!
But how about adding the personal touch to the so important part of Christmas decor and, instead of buying the pre-made version that will be found in o many homes, make your own? Stop by the Canvas Corp Brands Shop and buy plain canvas or burlap stocking and embellish it in your own way!
Two of our Crew members – Chris and Viktoriya – are sharing their take on the tradition…
Chris Pozzi
I have wanted to create a Christmas stocking ever since I saw these burlap stockings in the CCB Store! I love how simple and easy this project was! – excitedly shares Chris.
Chris used for her stocking:
Canvas Corp Large burlap stocking
Canvas Corp Red Burlap
greenery
adhesive – fabric, mixed media
Ribbon and pillow stuffing
Quick instructions on how to embellish the stocking:
- Cut patches from red burlap and attach with fabric glue. Attach burlap strip along stocking collar. Trim edges.
- Gently fill stocking with stuffing if using as a door hanging. If you are using it as a stocking, do not fill.
- Attach pre-made greenery spring with a ribbon bow to finish.
To see more of Chris’ crafty work, make sure to visit her blog and Instagram.
Viktoriya Porechnaya
What is the best decor for Christmas? Beautiful Christmas Stockings which you make yourself, of course! Canvas Corp has ready canvas stockings and you just need to decorate them with flowers, laces, beads you can find in CCB shop and anything else from your own stash. I would like to share some easy steps with you. – shares Viktoriya.
Viktoriya used the following:
Canvas Corp Stocking Canvas Jester Small 3pcs
Canvas Corp Farmhouse Christmas Tags on Ivory Paper
Canvas Corp Farmhouse Christmas Better Not Pout Tags on Kraft Paper
Canvas Corp Red Ticking Flower
Canvas Corp Red Burlap Flower
Canvas Corp Cord-Hemp Rope Hank-Red
Canvas Corp Canvas Garland 2″x5′
7gypsies Lace Trimming Assorted Pack
7gypsies Ring Dangles-Crystal
Tattered Angels Decor& DIY paint Crystal
Embellishments: beads, buttons, Christmas ornaments
Scissors, Stencils, Sponge
Needle and thread
Use Decor & DIY White paint, sponge and stencils to create different patterns on the stockings.
Cut laces and garland and sew to stockings.
You can use ready made Canvas Corp flowers and embellishments ore you can make them yourself.
For example, a flower made from a canvas garland and a tassel made from a cord.
Add buttons, embellishments and paper tags – sew or glue them to every stocking for different and unique style.
Finally, fill your stockings with sweets and presents for your family.
More of Viktoriya’s work can be found on her blog and Instagram.
We do hope that you found some inspiration to add a pinch of personal touch to your Christmas stockings this year!!!
Happy crafting!!!
'Canvas and burlap stockings to hang on the fireplace…' have 2 comments
December 11, 2017 @ 11:42 am Julia Cotrim
Chris and Viktoriya your work is just marvelous! Thank you so much for the inspiration! 🙂
December 16, 2017 @ 12:32 pm Viktoriya
Thanks for warm words!!