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Assemble your pattern piece according to the instructions on the PDF documents. Cut your pieces out. Repeat with the lining pieces. Use my stockings as a reference for how to place your decorative elements. Top stitch around the outer perimeter of each of your circles to affix them to your stocking. Topstitch along the top and bottom long edges of your name piece to secure that piece, as well.
Precisely match this piece to the wrong side of your lining front, using your hand to smooth out any bubbles between the two layers.
Repeat this step with the back outer and lining pieces. Use an overlock or zig-zag stitch to finish your seam to prevent fraying. Turn your stocking right side out and press. My piece was Finish one of the long edges of your ruffle piece either with a rolled hem or a narrow hem.
Check out this post for a great tip I shared a while back for creating faux rolled hems. Gather slightly. Form a loop with your ribbon hanger piece, and pin it to the back of your stocking, close to the outer side seam the one on the heel side of your stocking , on top of your ruffle piece. Press the seam so the ruffle is up and the seam is down. Top stitch on the stocking side of this seam to anchor your seam and ensure your ruffle stands up.
Be sure the pins you use in the basting step are all removed before serging, as there is nothing worse for a serger than a rogue pin! Press and topstitch as indicated above to finish. Helpful Hints and Tips No embroidery machine at your disposal? Look in your sewing supply store for iron-on letters to personalize your stockings, either with a full name, a monogram, or a single initial.
Or, use stamps with washable ink to personalize your stockings. For a home-spun feel, you can also hand embroider your names. Having grown up in a home brimming with sewing notions and paintbrushes, Amy has a deep love for all things creative. Amy believes that everyone, regardless of skill level or experience, possesses the ability to create something beautiful, and Positively Splendid was born of her passion for helping others harness their innate creative potential.
Your stockings are FAB!! I love these Amy!!! Maybe I can get these made before Christmas? It will eliminate step 2 above. This Free Printable Stocking Template can be used for the gift idea I shared with you today or you can use them however you like. The stocking would be a cute banner, advent calendar, and more. Thank you for letting me share my stocking template and gift idea.
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