Christmas Stocking Clipart

No-one is really sure where the tradition of the Christmas stocking came from; some say that it comes from the life of Saint Nicholas, whose legendary habit of secret gift-giving gave rise to the traditional model of Santa Claus, but no-one knows for sure.

Whoever it was that first hung a stocking up at the end of a bed or on the fireplace we’re certainly grateful, as nothing is as exciting as waking up on Christmas morning to find toys, candy, fruit and other small gifts enclosed in a festive sock!

With our fantastic festive selection of christmas stocking clipart you can incorporate this emblem of the holiday season without the fire risk!

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Today, you can find premade Christmas stockings in a large variety of styles and sizes in a variety of stores both on the street or online, but nothing says Christmas like a handmade stocking! In fact, many families design and make their own customized Christmas stockings with each family member having their name applied to the stocking so that Santa knows which belongs to which person.

You can use your die cutting machine to cut out the stocking shape as well as vinyl decals, sublimation designs or even use embroidery templates for the perfect custom look. You will find plenty of free Christmas stocking clipart in our collection to get you started. Get the kids involved so they can enjoy decorating their own stocking. Why stop at stockings? Use your crafting skills to make a personalized plate and glass for Santa so he can enjoy his cookies and milk with some added pizzazz.

A Christmas stocking is the perfect graphic to practice new skills and ideas. Whether you’re a beginner or a crafting master, there’s always a new technique to try your hand at. From traditional techniques such as cross stitch, appliqué and old fashioned scissors and glue to sublimation, 3D or laser printing there is a world of opportunity out there to try something different this holiday season.

Not a creature was stirring, not even a Christmas stocking clipart file

Just think of all the cardboard and wrapping paper that we go through every Christmas. Instead of just throwing it away, why not use a christmas stocking clipart file to turn it into decorations you can use time and again. With one download, you can forge sock-shaped garlands link by link and yard by yard, to go around your home.