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How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Introduction

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Boho Sparkle

By using a stencil with gold fabric paint and glitter accents, you can create a sophisticated, bohemian look.

Step 1

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Gather materials and print pattern

The final stockings measure 18"h x 13"w (not including the dangling tassels). For a smaller stocking, simply scale the pattern when printing to your desired size (70%, 80%, 90%, etc.). Download and print the pattern.

Step 2

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Use pattern to cut fabric

Cut out your fabric using the pattern pieces. Cut two mirror images for the outside of the sock, two mirror images for the lining, one sock loop piece, and one shaded accent piece for the toe and heel.

Step 3

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Add accent pieces

Place the toe and heel accent pieces on the top right of one of the exterior storage pieces. Pin in place and sew around the edges to secure.

Stage 4

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Prep Stencil

Use some masking tape to affix the template to the top of the stocking in the desired location. Be sure to do this on a surface that is easy to paint (place foil under the fabric to protect the surface below).

Step 5

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Paint template

Use a sponge brush to gently apply the paint to your stencil. Make sure you don't shift the stocking when you're doing this, so you have nice clean paint lines.

Step 6

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Let the paint dry

Repeat the stencil painting process in other desired locations, and then allow the paint to dry.

Step 7

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Sew two outer pieces

Place two outer sock pieces together on the right and pin. Leave the top edge of the stocking unnailed as well as the bottom of the foot. Sew along the pinned lines.

Step 8

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Clean it up

Trim the seam allowance around the curves where the accent fabric sits to remove excess bulk.

Step 9

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Fringe sole

If you want to hang fringe along the bottom of your stocking, cut a piece the same size as the sole of the foot of the stocking. Slide the fringe into the sock, matching the top of the fringe to the bottom raw edge of the foot.

Step 10

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Safe zone

Pin the sole of the stocking to close the top edge of the fringe in the middle. Sew it closed and then set it aside.

Step 11

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Make tassels

If you also want a dangling tassel on top of the stocking, simply lay the trimmed tassel nice and flat. Bring one of the tassel strings to the top.

Step 12

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Make tassels

Start wrapping the edge of the tassel in a tight circle. Continue doing this until your tassel is the desired width of your choice. Don't forget to leave one of those tassel chains sticking up.

Step 13

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Make tassels

When you reach the desired width, cut and pin in place.

Step 14

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Make tassels

Use a needle and thread to sew the top of the tassel by going back and forth through the center of the tassel a few times. If you want, you can also slide the cut end of the tassel down.

Step 15

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Make tassels

Repeat so you have two tassels hanging down.

Step 16

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Pin tassels to stocking

Turn the sock to the right and attach the top tassel strings to the top back edge of your sock. Sew across the tassel chain to secure it in place.

Step 17

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Create loop

Fold the stocking loop down the middle on the right side together and pin along the long side. Sew the bow closed, turn it to the right, and then press it up.

Step 18

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Sew closed loop

Bring the raw edges together to create a loop. Pin in place and sew a small line over the edges to secure.

Step 19

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Attach loop

Place the bow along the top back edge on the right side of one of your lining pieces, matching the raw edges. Position it approximately 3" from the top edge. Pin and sew.

Step 20

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Sew two lining pieces together

Place the two siding pieces together on the right and pin around the side edges, leaving the top open. Also leave a 5” opening along the back edge for turning. Sew it together.

Step 21

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Attach lining and exterior

With the outer sock facing out, and the liner facing out, slide the liner over the outer sock matching all edges. They should be on the right side touching. Pin around the top and sew.

Step 22

How to sew and stamp a henna inspired Christmas stocking

Turn right

Turn the stocking right side out and sew the opening in the lining closed. Press the inner lining of the stocking and press. Fold down the top edge of your stocking so the loop is exposed along the top. And you're done!