How to Sew a Simple Christmas Stocking | Simple DIY Tutorial | Stocking Pattern | Beginner Friendly, by SewChristmas on YouTube. 12 min 58 s.
- Video length
- 12 min 58 s
- Time to do it
- 45 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 10
What you need
Steps
Print the pattern at 100 percent and cut it out, or draw a boot shape about 16 inches tall on paper. Pin it to doubled fabric and cut two outer pieces.
Cut two more pieces from the lining and two from the cotton batting. Trim the batting about 1/4 inch smaller all round so the seams stay flat.
Pin each batting piece behind an outer piece. Place the two outer pieces right sides together and pin all around the edges.
Sew around the outer stocking with a 1/2 inch seam allowance, leaving the top edge open. Backstitch at the start and the finish.
Clip the curves at the toe and heel, close to the stitching but not through it, so the stocking turns smoothly.
Sew the two lining pieces the same way, but leave a 4 inch gap in the bottom seam for turning later.
Turn the outer stocking right side out and push it inside the lining, so the right sides face each other. Match the side seams and pin the top edges.
Sew all around the top edge with a 1/2 inch seam allowance. Pull the whole stocking through the gap in the lining.
Stitch the gap closed by hand or machine, then tuck the lining inside. Press the top edge and topstitch 1/4 inch from the edge if you like.
Fold a 4 inch loop of ribbon, pin it inside the top corner and stitch it with a box and cross. Add your embellishments last.
Tips and common mistakes
Clip the curves in small snips so the toe and heel lie flat instead of puckering.
Sew slowly over the batting and use a walking foot if the layers shift.
Keep your fingers clear of the needle, and unplug the machine before you change a needle.
Questions
How much fabric do I need for one stocking?
Half a yard of outer fabric and half a yard of lining is plenty for one stocking, plus a piece of batting the same size. A fat quarter also works for a small stocking.
Can I make this stocking without a sewing machine?
Yes. Use a backstitch on every seam and it will hold just as well, though it takes longer. Clipping the curves matters even more by hand.
How do I make a bigger stocking?
Enlarge the pattern on a copier before cutting, keeping the same boot shape. Add the same 1/2 inch seam allowance and use a longer hanging loop.
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