🤶 18-Inch Bucilla Santa and Snowman Felt Applique Stocking Kit Review

I recommend that a beginner start two to three months early. This is my 11th set and it took me 3 weeks to assemble. I recommend lining the stocking so the threads don't tear when stuffing the stocking. Embroider the pieces first before cutting them out, being careful not to let the embroidery get too close to the edge to be cut out. Embroider applique pieces first, then add beads and cords.

This is an adorable Christmas stocking. I'm doing this for my new grandson. I made 5 of these bucilla stockings for my kids when they were little and now I'm making them for my grandkids. It is important to follow the instructions. In fact, I sew the edges of the stockings on a sewing machine. And I also add a light lining that holds the seams. This is definitely something a beginner can master by following the instructions for sewing felt pieces, beads, and embroidery stitches. Cut out the…

These stockings are excellent quality but take a long time to make, I would estimate at least 50 hours each. I made the first one for myself, another for my husband 33 years ago, then for our son and finally for our sister-in-law. This stocking is for our grandson and is personalized with the addition of Santa with a fire truck, his dad's station number and his black lab, and beads I had from previous projects. The end product is an item that can be used for many years. Another reviewer…