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The holiday season is the perfect time to bring some handmade charm to your home, and what better way to count down to Christmas than with a 12 Days of Christmas Crochet Stocking Advent Calendar! This festive project is both adorable and fun, offering a personal touch to your holiday décor. In this blog post, I’ll walk you through the steps to make your own mini stockings, which you can sew into a garland, fill with small trinkets, or simply enjoy as a beautiful decoration.
Make sure to grab your supplies and a cozy spot to crochet. Let’s get started on this festive journey!
Before you dive into making your 12 Days of Christmas Crochet Stocking Calendar, you’ll need to gather a few basic materials. Here’s what you’ll need:
Optional variations include using a single yarn color if you prefer a more uniform look. You can also swap out the hook size depending on the yarn you are working with or the size of your stockings.
Don’t worry—these materials are pretty straightforward! You can even substitute yarn weights and hook sizes based on what’s most comfortable for you.
If you're someone who looks at written crochet patterns and immediately feels overwhelmed, rest assured that all my crochet patterns are written in plain, easy-to-follow English. You don't have to worry about deciphering complex instructions. I write my instructions just like I’m sitting beside you!
You can find all my written crochet patterns on the Secret Yarnery website, including this pattern. If you’re looking for patterns for other crochet projects, you can visit my crochet patterns page.
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The foundation of this project starts simple. Begin with a slip knot, which is the cornerstone of nearly all crochet projects. After making your slip knot, chain three stitches. This set of three chains will be the start of your ring.
Once you’ve formed your ring, you’ll be working into the center of it for the first round. So, let’s start with round one.
In round one, you’ll form the base that sets up the entire stocking. Begin by slip-stitching to form your ring, then chain three, which counts as your first double crochet. From there, you’ll crochet pairs of double crochets into the center of the ring, separated by a chain-two space. You will be working in six pairs of double crochets in total for this round.
This basic means of creating a circle is the building block for many crochet patterns, so if you get it right here, you’re set up for success with this (and future!) projects.
Don’t let the second round intimidate you. This is where the magic begins! For round two, you’ll introduce your second color, making sure that you’re working into the chain spaces from round one. The key here is to add double crochets into each chain space, building the stocking’s width and its decorative pattern at the same time.
Changing colors adds not just dimension but a wonderful holiday flair to your stocking! If you need to visualize this part of the project, skip to about 4 minutes and 50 seconds into the video above.
Round three is where you’ll begin creating the familiar stocking shape. You’ll use both double and triple crochets to give the stocking its characteristic toe and heel. This is also where you’ll add a stitch marker to mark the upper part of the stocking.
The stitch marker is critical because, as the shape develops, it helps you visualize your work and keep track of where you left off.
Now that you’ve got a solid stocking shape, it’s time to fold it over and create the "booty" part of the stocking! You’ll need to fold your work in half, lining up the stitches so that you can close the stocking with single crochets.
Take your time during this step to ensure both sides align and your stitches are clean. You’ll crochet around the sides, knot, and secure the stocking.
With the hard part behind you, round five is all about securing the stocking and making sure your work stays sturdy. Finish off your edges, making sure the shape holds true. Knot any loose tails securely, and weave them in or trim them as needed.
Right about now, your stocking should be looking like a mini Christmas treasure!
You’ll be making a total of 12 stockings (or more, if you're feeling ambitious). The beauty of this project is in its repetition—once you finish your first stocking, you’ll find the rest flying off your hook! You can play around with different yarn color combinations, especially if you have four different colors like I recommended earlier.
Mix and match the stockings in ways that make your garland or bunting unique to you!
Once you have all 12 stockings ready, it’s time to pull everything together. You’ll start with a simple chain of 15 stitches to form a loop, which will serve as one hanging end. After that, you’ll create a chain eight to join each stocking in the order you prefer.
Symmetry is key here, especially if you’re alternating colors. Keep your bunting even by hanging it along a mantle or wall if possible. It creates a lovely visual and adds warmth to any space.
With all your stockings attached, you’ll finish your bunting with another loop at the other end. Chain fifteen stitches, slip stitch into your last stocking, and voila—you have a hanging bunting! This part may seem tedious, but if you think of it like threading the pieces of a beautiful holiday necklace, it gets a lot more fun.
You can find great inspiration for other garlands and buntings on The Secret Yarnery's decor section if you're looking to pair this stocking garland with more holiday crafts!
Once you have your stockings and bunting completed, take some time to weave in any remaining loose ends. Reinforce any areas that might need an extra stitch or two for hanging securely.
This is also the perfect time to personalize your stockings! You can add family initials, cute holiday patches, or even small decorative details like buttons or bells. The stockings can also hold countdown gifts, candies, or special notes for your loved ones as you celebrate the final twelve days of Christmas.
One common issue might be tension, especially if you’re new to crochet. Be sure to keep your stitches even, and if you notice uneven results, try adjusting your tension by holding your yarn more loosely or tightly as needed.
If your stocking edges seem wavy, don’t stress—that’s often just part of the process. You can gently block them (using steam or water) to straighten out any inconsistencies.
It’s easy to make this calendar unique to you. Have kids? Why not stitch their initials onto the stocking pockets! Feel like adding a little sparkle? Toss in some metallic yarn or come up with a color scheme that screams "FESTIVE!"
You can even fill these little stockings with surprises. From candy to small trinkets, each day of the countdown can bring a little joy and surprise.
Looking for more fun crochet ideas? Explore some easy beginner-friendly projects here!
I absolutely love this project and hope that you feel inspired to give it a try! With just a few basic crochet techniques and some colorful yarn, you can create a beautiful holiday keepsake that’s sure to impress and delight your family.
Don't forget to show off your work! Snap a picture of your finished advent calendar and share it online with your fellow crochet enthusiasts. I’d love to see what colors you pick and how you display your stockings. You can tag your photos and stories over on our social media pages here. Who knows, your version might even inspire others to pick up their hooks and join the fun!
This project is suitable for beginners and intermediate crocheters. The instructions are easy to follow, making it accessible for those new to crochet while still engaging for more experienced crafters.
It generally takes about 1-2 hours to complete one stocking, depending on your crochet speed and familiarity with the techniques used in the pattern.
Yes, you can customize the hook size and yarn type according to your preference. Just ensure the proportions remain consistent to maintain the stocking size and shape.
You can choose any color scheme that matches your holiday decor. Traditional red, green, and white are popular, but metallic yarns or blues and silvers can add a unique touch.
Yes, a video tutorial is included in the blog post. Viewing it can help you visualize the process and understand each step more clearly.
Absolutely! Personalize the stockings with initials, festive patches, or small embellishments like buttons and bells to add character.
Ideas include small candies, trinkets, personalized notes, or mini holiday-themed gifts. Be creative and choose items that will delight those using the calendar.
If your stitches are too tight or too loose, adjust your grip on the yarn. Practice can help achieve even tension throughout your project.
Typically, you can hand-wash or spot-clean most yarns. Follow any care instructions specific to the yarn you have chosen.
Christa Patel brings crochet to life at the Secret Yarnery, where she shares her knowledge and passion with a global community. Through her accessible tutorials, free patterns, and live chats, Christa has created a vibrant, welcoming space for all who want to learn, make, and connect over their love for crochet.
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Everything I need in one place to be creative and I can photocopy extras of the pages I use most to customise my planning. I use it as my main diary, even for work and upcoming events. It inspires me to focus on my creative pursuits too. Love it!
Love this item going to put little gifts in it on the tree ,just tying in tails.
I am really impressed with the quality of this written pattern as well as the video tutorial. Both are clear and detailed. I am not done with my striped cardigan yet, but it's coming together nicely (though I'm not so sure about my choice to use up yarn I already have with individual stripes!)... so many tails to sew in!! My advice would be to buy self-striping yarn like she does in the video.
Easy to follow pattern! Super base for the rectangle or other larger projects.
Keep the tutorials coming and with written and visual instructions to follow along so beginners can learn. Thank you for your help.
I think there is a mistake in the written pattern. It says to do a half double crochet twice, when it is only supposed to be once
Thank you to the Secret Yarnery for this pattern! Can't go wrong with this one, it really is easy and fast to make - I'm on my 2nd one already and plan to do more! You really don't need to look any further if you're looking to make a scarf - you will not be disappointed. In fact, you'll have fun making it (I did!) Happy crocheting!
Thank you for writing a pattern that is amazingly easy to follow and help me produce a stunning piece!!
Wow! I can't believe I made this beautiful toran. Well, yes I can since I followed this easy pattern! Again, wow! How fun was this to make! Super-duper easy to make and you can be as creative as you like by choosing colours, placement of colours to form pattern(s), number of leaves, etc. so it truly can be personalized for any occasion! Love the Secret Yarnery patterns and tutorials - thank you so much for your time, efforts, and for sharing your talent with the rest of us in the world!
The best pattern & tutorial I have ever come across. Loved how you used the needle to clearly point out where the stitch was to go. Have made 3 hats already. Many more on my to do list. Thanks so much
The yarn world is vast & has several yarn naming & grading systems. This chart really helps to get the right weight of yarn, size of needle, gauge & yardage/meterage when using patterns or yarns from other countries. And it covers both knit & crochet. Thank you for putting together this very useful tool, Secret Yarnery.
I love this pattern. Very easy to follow and fun to make.
