Bucilla Candy Express Christmas Stocking Felt Applique Kit, 18-Inch (86147): Enhance Your Holiday Decor Review

I've been sewing Bucilla Christmas stockings since 1979 - only 28. The quality of these isn't up to scratch changed little over the years. They are still very clear, with illustrations and written instructions. Materials are a different story. The quality of sequins and beads has deteriorated. They scratch and fade. The ones I received with this stocking set look just as old as the ones I put on with my first stockings over 30 years ago. Black ink stains are also visible on a blue background…

Design rating of this stocking is 4.5. It's cute and full of details that really come to life as you sew the stocking, but I was surprised at how small the toe is compared to other stockings I've made. This was my 4th stocking I've made and the 6th stocking in my family, but the toe is barely three inches deep compared to the 5 inch toes in the old stockings. Looking at the picture, I first thought that the chimney was sewn to part of the sock and the wheels were also attached to the body of…

I've never made needles before so I didn't know what to expect. My grandmother made bucilla stockings for my whole family for many years, but she lost her sight before my first child was born. So I decided that I should continue their tradition. I'm almost done with the stocking and will be having it made for my son's second Christmas. It's pretty easy once you get started, although it will be difficult at first. I highly recommend watching videos on U-Tube if you're not sure how to stitch…