In many homes this holiday season, Christmas stockings hung with care are an enduring tradition. While the exact origin is unknown, the popular story traces the tradition back to Saint Nicholas of Myra — who was the 4th-century bishop credited with helping a widower and his daughters avoid being sold into slavery because they could not afford to pay dowries. According to legend, on one night, the generous saint secretly threw bags of gold coins down a chimney, which slipped into the girls’ stockings hanging to dry.
In the 19th century, Clement Moore’s 1822 poem A Visit from Saint Nicholas — more commonly known as The Night Before Christmas — brought stockings into even more widespread use. At that time, children hung up their everyday socks in hopes that Saint Nicholas would fill them with treats like candy, nuts, fruit and coins.
Today, many families use boot-sized stockings, which can hold more gifts. These can be homemade, found in a store or designed and stitched by family members. Stockings also come in a variety of materials, styles and sizes, and can be embellished with embroidery, appliques and needlepoint. Some are adorned with images of snowflakes, reindeer and trees; others are personalized so Santa can know which stocking belongs to whom.
Whether made of traditional velvet, cotton or wool, these festive and creative stockings from Grandin Road will help you tap into your inner elf this year. The collection includes a pair that features a curved toe, perfect for slipping in a jar of extra-special olive oil or a bottle of wine, and another with a cheerful Christmas print that will complement a holiday tablescape.
R’ND’s 300 Pack Ornament Hooks Christmas Tree Decorating Hangers- Metal Wire Ornament Hooks for Christmas Tree Decoration Hanging (Green)
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Command Outdoor Light Clips, 20 Clear Clips and 24 Command Strips, Damage Free Hanging Outdoor Light Clips with Weather Resistant Strips, Wall Clips for Hanging Outdoor Lights and Cable Management
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PEIDUO Christmas Decorations Indoor, 2 FT Birch Tree with LED Lights, Fairy Light Spirit Tree for Christmas Decor, Warm White Lighted Birch Tree for Home Decor Indoor, Battery Powered, Timer (2PK)
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DDLP 12pcs Burgundy Velvet Bows for Christmas Tree Decorations Wreath Garland Velvet Bows with Twist Tie (Burgundy)
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National Tree Company Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Wreath, Green, Crestwood Spruce, White Lights, Decorated with Pine Cones, Berry Clusters, Frosted Branches, Christmas Collection, 24 Inches
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National Tree Company Artificial Christmas Tree | Includes Stand | Dunhill Fir - 7 ft
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The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition - Boy Scout Elf with Blue Eyes - Includes Artfully Illustrated Storybook, Keepsake Box and Official Adoption Certificate
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Clear Christmas String Lights 100 Count 25 Feet Incandescent Bulb Mini Lights for Indoor Xmas Tree Garland Birthday Wedding Party Festival Decoration, Green Wire
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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Science Kit & Rock Collection Advent Calendar 2024 – Jumbo Advent Calendar with 24 Days of Science Experiments, Gemstones & More for Kids, STEM Projects for Kids Ages 8-12
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