Snuggle up on your couch this Christmas and adore your cozy Christmas stockings hanging from the mantel. Whether you made it yourself or bought it from a store, Christmas stockings are a great way to add some festive decor to your fireplace or wall. Filled with small gifts and goodies, stockings can be an excellent way to kick start Christmas morning.
If you're a fan of the classics, you're sure to find some spectacular traditional-inspired finds, including the gorgeous (and expensive) $3,500 Christmas stocking. If you're more of a DIY person, the many crafty ideas presented are sure to leave you with some awesome ideas of how to create a genius stocking of your own design. For a more modern twist, the meat-inspired or superhero-channelling stockings may just be the perfect holiday hit.
15 Cozy Christmas Stockings
From Dazzling Disco Boot Bags to Pawed Seasonal Stuffers:
Jennifer Gosnell — Dec 24, 2012 — Art & Design
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Bizarre Human Sculptures
The Freak Show Project by Simon Birch Uses Everyday Objects
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Holiday Superhero Stockings
These Comic Book Christmas Stockings are Festively Heroic
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Personalised Santa Sacks
These Christmas Bags from Harrow & Green are Both Naughty and Nice
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Nostalgic Muppet Stockings
Sesame Street Christmas Stockings Will Be Favorites for All Ages
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Sitcom-Inspired Holiday Decor
Get Fun Christmas Stockings with the Sheldon Bazinga! Stocking
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$3,500 Christmas Stockings
Haute Couture Holiday Decor
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Dazzling Disco Boot Bags
The DIVA High Heel Christmas Stockings Are a Sassy Chimney Decoration
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Classy Holiday Decor
Have Yourself a Merry Kitsch-less Christmas
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Festive Faux Footwear
The Boot Christmas Stockings Will Kick Your Old Ones to the Curb
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$500 Stockings
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Pawed Seasonal Stuffers
Whispers of a Childhood Crafts These Adorable Pet Stockings
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8-Bit Gamer Stockings
Rub In All the Nerdiness You Can Muster with Nintendo Christmas Stockings
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Meaty Marbling Mantelpieces
Deck Your Halls with Food-Inspired Christmas Stockings
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Iconic Fishnet Christmas Decor
The Leg Lamp Stocking is Inspired by the Film A Christmas Story
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Festive Fiery Avian Decor
The Angry Birds Holiday Stocking Decks the Halls in Fury
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Festive Villainous Ornaments
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The Prisoners of Conscience Exhibit is Inspired by Mikhail Khodorkovsky
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Jewellery Made of Tights
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Protesting Timepiece Sculptures
The Dominic Wilcox Watches Tell Time While Sending a Message
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Luxirare Shows How to Make Beautiful White Chocolate Eggs
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The Neu.de Dating Site Preys on Singles in Laundromats
Seasonally Suave Sweets
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Capezio FootUndeez Keep the Balls of Your Feet Cushioned
Flat-Pack Holiday Decor
The Cardboard Christmas Tree
Fantastic Fox Christmas Ornaments
Spruce Up Your Tree With Old World Primitives
Paper Holiday Mascot Masks
'Party Goodies' Christmas Disguises Help you Leave the Party Incognito
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Vog Socks Debut on the Web with Beautiful Arachnids
Undead Winter Decorations
Mourn the Death of Frosty with the Zombie Christmas Ornaments
Luxury Shopper Ornaments
Mouth-Blown Christmas Decorations
Holiday Pooch Sleepwear
Christmas Dog Pajamas are a Cute Way to Bring Holiday Cheer to Your Pet
Fatified Cartoon Characters
Artist ANPH's Playful Melon-Head Art Series
Harry Potter Inspired Owl Ornaments
Hooters for Christmas
Festive Knitted Diapers
This Crochet Baby Santa Outfit is Great for Baby's First Christmas
Psychedelic Christmas Campaigns
Barneys 'Hippie Holidays'
Modern Puzzle-Inspired Furniture
The Multiple Coffee Table Boasts Highly Customizable Features
Kris Kringle-Inspired Caps
The SnorgTees Santa Beardhead Gives You Festively Faux Facial Hair
Nostalgic Muppet Stockings
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Sitcom-Inspired Holiday Decor
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Microwaveable Plush Dolls
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$3,500 Christmas Stockings
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Pet-Focused Leggings
These Dog Eye Stockings Will Ensure All Eyes are on You
Harmlessly Armed Art
Soft Weapons by Kyle Bean is Inspired by Guerrilla Movements
Crazy Cypress Crowns
This Christmas Tree Hat by Stupid.com Will Make you Look Smart
Quirky Festive Leggings
Happy Socks' Holiday 2011 Celebrates Christmas in a Whimsical Manner
Candy Hybrid Christmas Disguises
Rudolph's Red Nose Lip Pops Make for Sweet Transformations
Kid-Friendly Device Covers
These Sesame Street iDevice Cases by Dreamgear are Super Cute
Gross Gelatin Christmas Treats
The Gummy Reindeer Turd is Surprisingly Tasty
Deadly Disturbing Decorations
Zombie Ornaments Can Pass for Both Faux Candies or Back Scratchers
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Dazzling Disco Boot Bags
The DIVA High Heel Christmas Stockings Are a Sassy Chimney Decoration
Classic Pixelated Busts
The Banksy Cardinal Sin Sculpture Shows the True Meaning of Christianity
Light Show Xmas Trees
A Unique and Creative Holiday Telsa Coil Christmas Tree
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Epic Villainous Hybrids
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TV-Inspired Holiday Decor
The Soft Kitty Christmas Stocking is Perfect for Big Bang Theory Fans
Electric Seasonal Sweets
This Christmas Light Bulb Candy Won't Blow Your Fuse
Breakfast-Inspired Head Pieces
The Bacon and Eggs Headband Looks Good Enough to Eat
Festive Faux Footwear
The Boot Christmas Stockings Will Kick Your Old Ones to the Curb
Marvelous Muppet Treats
The Cake Poppery Whips Up Sesame Street Cake Pops
Santa's Little Helper Fascinators
This Christmas Hat Features Xmas Cheer and a Festive Kitty
Vintage Sweet Santa Smokes
The Candy Cane Cigarettes are Fun and Not Harmful to Your Health
Festive Sushi Ornaments
Fishy Baubles For Your Christmas Tree
Greasy Breakfast Ornaments
Bacon Ornaments Can Help Fatten a Skinny Christmas Tree
Street Light Socks
Private Light Socks Make Midnight Runs to the Bathroom Safer
Futbol Footies
Happy Socks World Cup 2010 Series Lets You Rep Your Team From Head to Toe
Merry Mismatch Socks
The New High (M)art Shop Believes 'Life is Too Short to Match Socks'
Santa Boots Booze Cups
Enjoy Your Christmas Drinks with the Christmas Shot Glass Set
Kris Kringle Music Blasters
The Santa Speakers Deliver Jolly Tunes Crisply This Holiday Season
Pawed Seasonal Stuffers
Whispers of a Childhood Crafts These Adorable Pet Stockings
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Online Sources for Holiday Procrastinators
Retro Christmas TV Specials
Betamaxmas Features Rabbit Ears and Vintage Shows
8-Bit Gamer Stockings
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Irresistibly Risque Cookbooks
Fifty Shades of Bacon Excites and Delights Your Taste Buds
Gourmet Lip-Smacking Moisturizers
Etsy Seller 'soap' is Dishing Out Delectable Vegan Lip Balms
Recycled Socks as Models
Sleaze Magazine Uses Handcrafted Muses Instead of Live Ones
Meaty Marbling Mantelpieces
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Alligator Socks
The Urban Outfitters Monster Socks are Appeal to Both Children and Adults
Marvelous Mismatched Hosiery
The 'Solmate Socks' are for Subtle Rebels
Flower Power Socks
Strathcona Stockings are a Breath of Fresh Air With Nature-Inspired Designs
Savory Meat-Shaped Serviettes
The Sizzling Bacon Tea Towel is a Non-Greasy Strip
Muppetized Ads
The Hilarious Sesame Street 'Old Spice' Commercial
Cheap Christmas Gifts For Geeks
The Stocking USB
Multifunctional Festive Ornaments
Celebrate Two Holidays in One with the Christmas Tree Dreidel
Meaty Money Carriers
The Bacon Wallet is the Perfect Gift for Breakfast Lovers
Sudsy Seasonal Gnomes
The Elf Soap is a Friend you Shower With
Santa Avian Ornaments
The Angry Birds Christmas Tree Decoration Decks the Halls in Festive Fury
Toppled Statue Sculptures
The Banksy Fallen Art Piece Centers Around a Shattered Roman Soldier
Sweet Peppermint Steepers
The Candy Cane Tea Infuser is a Holiday Treat
Scrumptiously Savory Scarves
Nom Nom Sushi and Bacon Scarves Look Good Enough to Eat
Dill-Flavored Candy Canes
The Pickle Candy Canes Would Make Fun Christmas Gifts
Meowsical Meme Dolls
The Keyboard Cat Toy is a Stuffed Version of the Viral Video Feline
Whiskered Hipster Mammals
The Medicom Toy x Happy Socks Bearbrick Rocks Eccentric Styles
Meat-Flavored Condiments
This Bacon Olive Oil is Sure to Add Extra Zest to Your Dish
Literal Trashy Holiday Decor
The Oscar the Grouch Stocking Welcomes All Garbage and Gifts
Festive Cannabis Decor
HUF Plantlife Christmas Stocking Brings a High to the Holidays
$45,000 Home Christmas Lights
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Bold Meaty Colognes
Sport a Tantalizing Carnivorous Odor with the Bacon Spray Freshener
Flamingly Festive Apps
The Virtual Festive Inferno Kills Christmas with Fire
Flashy Factual Footwear
'Geek Statement Socks' are Meant to Represent Your Individual Quirks