Get ready to add some joy and excitement to your Christmas decorations with this cute Christmas advent calendar printable stockings craft. It's a simple and easy DIY project using paper printables, perfect for those who are just starting out with crafting. So, grab the supplies listed below and let's get started on this crafty adventure!
This time of year is perfect for spending quality time crafting with your family. If you love fun activities, making holiday decorations, and are looking for a creative advent calendar DIY then you are in the right place because this blog post is step-by-step instructions on how to make Christmas advent stockings using an inexpensive printable and a few supplies.
It's a pleasant project for kids of all ages. I think you're going to love this advent calendar idea.
How Do I Make My Own Advent Calendar?
An advent calendar is a staple during the Christmas season and an exciting way to countdown to Christmas. Good news! Making your own advent calendar this holiday season is easy thanks to our Christmas stocking pattern printable on our Etsy shop.
There are all kinds of advent calendars in our shop but I think this printable stocking craft is so cute and creative. I've broken this activity idea down into 6 simple steps, with 2 bonus steps at the end.
Check out the list of supplies you'll need and get ready to craft your new favorite Christmas decor. I think you'll find this easy advent calendar to be enjoyable to make and a great way to craft with your whole family.
Advent Calendar Printable Stockings Craft
This project is a fun idea and can be made in one day and comes in beautiful shades of green, which match most designs. It's a beautiful alternative to traditional countdown calendars.
The cottage-style designs give it that warm and cozy feeling. And kids, family, or friends will love the treats inside each stocking they can pull out through the month of December. Get ready to make special memories with your family.
The first thing I like to do is gather my supplies:
What Supplies Do I need to Make Advent Stockings?
- Christmas Stocking Download: Begin by downloading and printing the Christmas mini stocking pattern pages from our Etsy shop to serve as the foundation for your festive creations.
- Pencil: Keep a pencil close by to trace the stocking pattern on the decorative papers. I use these mechanical pencils – their a favorite for crafting.
- Scissors: Pick a reliable pair of scissors to ensure clean, crisp edges for your stockings.
- Double-Sided Tape: This adhesive marvel will join the various elements of your stockings seamlessly, without compromising their aesthetic appeal.
- Twine: Any color twine but I choose white baker's twine for the stocking and then a thicker twine for the garland.
- Yarn Needle: This slender needle plays a crucial role in threading the baker's twine and attaching delightful circle numbers to complete your advent stockings.
Step-by-Step Paper Christmas Stockings
Step 1: Download and Print
Start by downloading and printing the Christmas stocking pattern, numbers and decorative pages. Ensure you have enough decorative paper for the desired quantity of stockings you plan to craft.
There are many more decorative papers than shown in this photo so you will have many to choose from and you can use them on other DIY projects.
Step 2: Cut and Trace
With your pair of scissors, cut out the stocking patterns. Place these patterns on the decorative paper and trace them with a pencil, capturing the essence of holiday cheer.
Make sure to cut two stockings by placing the stockings in opposite directions on the decorative paper. This will be the back and front of the stocking.
Step 3: Tape and Twine
Apply double-sided tape along the inside edge of one stocking, excluding the top. Carefully cut twine into a two-inch piece, folding and placing it in the top corner away from the toe.
Seal the deal by adding a small piece of double-sided tape in the same corner on the other stocking and then secure the two stockings together, uniting the two sides.
Step 4: Bow
Take a 24-inch piece of twine and thread it through the stocking loop hanger, fashioning a bow with long, droopy ears. Your fun advent calendar is almost done.
Step 5: Advent Calendar Printable Numbers
Cut out the circle numbers and use a yarn needle to punch a hole in the top. You'll have one for each of the days of December.
Here is a little tip: For best results, set the paper circle number on a cushion and then press the needle through the top of the circle. The needle will pop through the paper and go into the cushion just like a sewing pin cushion.
Thread the twine through the circle number and tie the end with a knot to prevent the circle number from falling off. Complete the look by tying the end of the other tail, securing every element in place. You're almost ready to start your Christmas countdown.
Step 6: Garland or Wall Hanging
Arrange your mini stockings on a string to create a delightful garland or a wall-hanging masterpiece. This arrangement not only showcases your crafting Christmas design but also sets the stage for a festive ambiance.
Step 7: Fill with Joy
Now for the really exciting part! Bring your stockings to life by stuffing them with little treats, positive messages, candy canes, random acts of kindness, meaningful scriptures, daily activities, or tiny trinkets. Each stocking becomes a miniature treasure trove of holiday delights, ready to surprise and delight. And now you have a new family tradition.
Step 8: Decorating Ideas with your Christmas Stocking Advent Calendar
There are many ways you can decorate with your handmade advent calendar like hanging them on a wall, within a garland over a doorway, on a hutch or as I did on our mantel. The great thing is that your garland will look great everywhere.
This Christmas advent garland takes center stage in our living room and will bring so much joy each morning, from December 1st to Christmas Eve, to see what treasure is inside.
The best part about the stocking advent calendar is that it is the perfect advent calendar to use year after year.
Now it is your turn. Are you ready to get started making this simple and easy DIY? Begin by clicking Christmas advent stocking printable to download your pattern and decorative papers today.
As you follow these simple steps, you'll find yourself immersed in the joyous spirit of the season, crafting not just stockings but memories that will linger for years to come. So, gather your supplies, let the creative sparks fly, and infuse your holiday decor with a touch of DIY magic!
If you're looking for more fun Christmas DIYs, check out these posts:
- Christmas DIY Gift Tag Free Printable
- How to Make a Christmas Village Wreath
- DIY Vintage Farmhouse Christmas Table
- How to Make Christmas Bells
- Crafting Your 12 Days of Christmas Garland Printable
Do you have any favorite ways to countdown to the big day? I'd love to hear your Christmas countdown traditions and great ideas in the comments. Merry Christmas!
Happy Decorating!
Crafting Charming Advent Calendar Printable Stockings
Get ready to add some joy and fun to your Christmas decorations with this cute Christmas advent calendar printable stockings craft. It's a simple and easy DIY project using paper printables, perfect for those who are just starting out with crafting.
Materials
Instructions
- Start by downloading and printing the Christmas stocking pattern, numbers and decorative pages. Ensure you have enough decorative paper for the desired quantity of stockings you plan to craft.
- With your pair of scissors, cut out the stocking patterns. Place these patterns on the decorative paper and trace them with a pencil, capturing the essence of holiday cheer. Make sure to cut two stockings by placing the stockings in opposite directions on the decorative paper. This will be the back and front of the stocking.
- Apply double-sided tape along the inside edge of one stocking, excluding the top. Carefully cut twine into a two-inch piece, folding and placing it in the top corner away from the toe. Seal the deal by adding a small piece of double-sided tape in the same corner on the other stocking and then secure the two stockings together, uniting the two sides.
- Take a 24-inch piece of twine and thread it through the stocking loop hanger, fashioning a bow with long, droopy ears.
- Cut out the circle numbers and use a yarn needle to punch a hole in the top. Here is a little tip: Set the paper circle number on a cushion and then press the needle through the top of the circle. The needle will pop through the paper and go into the cushion just like a sewing pin cushion. Thread the twine through the circle number and tie the end with a knot to prevent the circle number from falling off. Complete the look by tying the end of the other tail, securing every element in place.
- Arrange your mini stockings on a string to create a delightful garland or a wall-hanging masterpiece.
- Finally, bring your stockings to life by stuffing them with small treats, positive messages, meaningful scriptures, or tiny trinkets. Each stocking becomes a miniature treasure trove of holiday delights, ready to surprise and delight.
- There are many ways you can decorate with your handmade advent calendar like hanging them on a wall, within a garland over a doorway, on a hutch or as I did on our mantel.