This is the last stocking I expect to make this year–for the daughter of Sparkle Jane.
My handwork isn’t the best, but the work is completed with great love.
The designs have connection with past stockings or are symbolic of the stocking owner.
It will be satisfying to see another one hung this holiday season.
read moreAnother Daughter-In-Law means another stocking. We are so very happy to have her in our lives.
She is a nurse, loves capybara, has a pet pig (yes, it is a thing) and…well, just look at the stocking and you will see.
Links to past stockings can be found by searching the side bar, or check for a few of them HERE, HERE and HERE.
I still need to get one made for Sparkle Jane’s daughter. That should be done before the end of the summer.
read moreSparkle Jane’s boy was born in August. He is a darling, smiley, dimpled baby.
And he needs a stocking.
For newer readers, the stockings are a tradition that started in Husband’s family. I took over stocking making when we got married. If our count is correct, this is the 15th one I have made. They each have a tree and a name. All other items are symbolic, traditional, extensions of previous stockings, or general whimsy. (For reference, the body of the baby penguin is about 1″ high.)
Another one hung on the chimney with care this year. Our ...
read moreYou don't need me to tell you that the year so far has been crazy! I'm ready to settle down for a cosy, quiet winter. I still have a few projects to sew and if you're anything like me, you might have a few projects to sew this season too!
The fun addition of ...
read moreBoth Teri and I (Kara) have been working on all things stocking lately. Our Cardinals Christmas Stocking was released earlier in the week, and now we would like to introduce our Floral Christmas Stocking!
This flannel and wool stocking is simple in its color scheme but is full of little details that give it a unique charm. All the simple embroidery is done with Weeks DyeWorks crewel wool, giving the stocking a lot of texture. We have a limited number of kits available that include the flannel, wool, ribbon hanger, and a whole skein of the Weeks crewel wool. All ...
read moreIf you are looking for a fun teen gift, white elephant gift, or just a way to make Christmas morning even more interesting, this Locked Up Stocking is perfect! It has a flap that folds over the top and is then latched in the front and secured with a lock. You can hide the key […]
Good morning, everyone! It’s Cindy reporting in from Ohio on this sunny August day. Sandy and I are excited to show you the final version of our Rustic Christmas FREE Pattern. 
The great thing about this FREE PATTERN is you have several options for finishing your paper pieced blocks. Want some cute mini pillows to bring some charm to your home? Give this FREE PATTERN a try!
Maybe you would like a cute banner for your fireplace! Give this FREE PATTERN a try!
How about a cute wall hanging, table topper or table runner? Give this FREE PATTERN a ...
read moreNeed a cute Christmas stocking block? You can stop your search, Sandy has cornered the Christmas stocking cuteness block.
We know some people like their Christmas stockings to face right and others like them to face left. That’s why Sandy created a pattern for each!
These two patterns are super easy and a great way to practice your paper piecing skills. Click on the links below and get ready for maximum cuteness!
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