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Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from pdavid and more videos in the Christmas Crafts category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com Create a unique stocking to hang by the chimney with care for years to come. To complete this How-To you will need: A stocking Trimmings Holiday decorations Needle and thread Scissors Fabric paint Felt Fabric glue Glitter Imagination Christmas cookie cutters (optional) Step 1: Start with a plain stocking Start with a plain Christmas stocking, either store-bought or handmade. Tip: Felt is best if you plan to use a lot of iron-on appliques. Step 2: Decide on a concept Decide on a concept. Modern or old-fashioned? Simple or elaborate? Understated or over-the-top? Consider focusing on a theme. Step 3: Hit the crafts store Hit a crafts store to check out embellishments. If you can draw, pick up some fabric paint. Step 4: Buy some felt Buy some felt in contrasting colors to your stocking so you can cut out your own original designs and sew or glue them on. Tip: Use Christmas cookie cutters as stencils. Step 5: Check out the dollar store Check out the dollar store for holiday decorations, bric-a-brac, and small toys that you can attach to the stocking. Step 6: Write the name Write the name in glue, using a squeeze bottle, pour on glitter …

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