19 Best Crochet Christmas Stocking Patterns to Spruce up Your Mantel
These are perfect for gift-giving or making for your own holiday decor.
Whether you’re a crocheting newbie, or an old hand at making magic with needles and hooks, you know there’s nothing quite like creating holiday craft projects for your loved ones. And that especially goes for the decor that “gets hung by the chimney with care,” which is why we’ve collected the very best crochet Christmas stocking patterns here. For many, personalized Christmas stockings are prized possessions, enjoyed over the years—and that’s especially true if they were handmade by beloved family members, like you. So cuddle up on the couch, pull out the crocheting supplies, turn on a playlist of the best Christmas songs and pick your favorites out of the patterns we’ve found for you.
Or, just make them all, because the truth is, it’s going to be hard to choose just a couple of these beautiful crochet Christmas stocking patterns. We have more traditional looks in beautiful stitches like bead and diamond, and funkier styles in almost every color of the rainbow. Plus, we’ve discovered fun stockings that look like snowmen, were inspired by Belle’s dress in Beauty and the Beast, and even use faux fur. There’s pretty much something here for everyone, so whether you need to make one stocking or six, you’ll find what you need to wow them on Christmas morning.
Jumbo Crochet Christmas Stocking
A stocking is meant to be filled with treats, and these jumbo stockings make room for lots of fun stocking stuffers!
Get the tutorial at Sewrella.
Cozy Cottage Crochet Stocking
This simple, yet modern, stocking is the understated touch your mantel needs this Christmas.
Get the tutorial at Pattern Paradise.
Boho Crochet Stocking
This stocking looks so warm, we wish we could wear it! Use your favorite colors for these stockings, and don't forget the fluffy pom-poms.
Get the tutorial at A Crafty Concept.
Holly Berry Polka Dot Stockings
You can use any color combination you want for these polka dot stockings that use the "Berry Stitch," hence the Holly Berry name.
Get the tutorial at The Purple Poncho.
Belle-Inspired Princess Crochet Stocking
Any Disney lover in your life will be over the moon with this stocking, inspired by Belle's yellow dress from Beauty and the Beast.
Get the tutorial at Yarn Hook Needles.
African Flower Crochet Stocking
Cheery and contemporary, this stocking featuring flowers inside hexagonal shapes will brighten up any space.
Get the tutorial at Persia Lou.
Pom-Pom Crochet Stocking Pattern
Classic and endearing, this stocking has been sweetened up in delicate colors and joyful pom-poms, creating a design that will be loved for years to come.
Get the tutorial at Hooks & Sunshine.
Reindeer Crochet Christmas Stocking Pattern
As you read The Night Before Christmas to your little ones, those reindeer will sound a lot closer with this wintry reindeer stocking. You can even add a red button for Rudolph's nose.
Get the tutorial at Sincerely, Pam.
Crochet Snowman Christmas Stocking
This super-sweet snowman stocking features button eyes and a clever cinchable top so his hat looks like a beanie when pulled closed.
Get the tutorial at Repeat Crafter Me.
Bead Stitch Christmas Stocking
This beautiful bead stitch is so rich in texture the stocking doesn't need to be colorful to be striking.
Get the tutorial at 5 Little Monsters.
Farmhouse Crochet Stocking Pattern
White, hand-knit blankets are certainly a fixture of farmhouse décor. But what if you applied that same aesthetic to your Christmas stocking? Follow this free pattern to make a farmhouse stocking of your very own.
Get the tutorial at Sewrella.
Nordic Crochet Stocking Pattern
If you enjoy wearing warm Nordic sweaters every winter, this crochet stocking pattern is for you. Showing off red and white hues with a Scandinavian design, this stocking is just meant for Christmas.
Get the tutorial at Make & Do Crew.
Throwback Crochet Stocking Pattern
Kids of yore used to hang up their socks in place of stockings, but they were filled up just the same! These stockings look a lot like socks, but with crochet detailing and fun colors.
Get the tutorial at Rich Textures Crochet.
Cozy Crochet Stocking Pattern
Picture your home dressed up for the holidays. If you see thick throw blankets, tons of candles, and sparkly lights everywhere, this crochet stocking will fit in flawlessly. The pom-pom bow makes it look even more comfy and cozy.
Get the tutorial at Crazy Cool Crochet.
Colorful Crochet Stocking Pattern
Red and green are well and good for the holidays, but perhaps you're after something a little more colorful. To brighten up your seasonal décor, craft these crochet stockings using pink, orange, blue, and green yarn.
Get the tutorial at Gleeful Things.
Diamonds and Fur Christmas Stocking
This gorgeous project is all about texture, with a luxurious diamond stitch pattern used in the stocking's body and faux fur yarn in the cuff and pom-poms.
Get the tutorial at A Crocheted Simplicity.
Bobbles and Stripe Christmas Stocking
This adorable Christmas stocking can be crocheted in any two hues, but we love the zippy (and traditional) red and white.
Get the tutorial at Crochet for You.
Hexagon Crochet Stocking Pattern
Hexagon shapes, flowers, and lively colors come together for a modern stocking that's big on fun.
Get the tutorial at My Poppet Makes.
Striped Crochet Stocking Pattern
Anything with stripes is an instant classic, and this crochet stocking is no exception. You could use any colors you choose, but we love the festiveness of this particular stocking with its red, green, white, and gray stripes.
Get the tutorial at Dabbles & Babbles.
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