A Christmas stocking is an empty sock or sock-shaped bag that is hung on Christmas Eve so that Saint Nicholas (or the related figures of Santa Claus and Father Christmas) can fill it with small toys, candy, fruit, coins or other small gifts when he arrives. These small items are often referred to as stocking stuffers or stocking fillers.
The tradition of the Christmas stocking is thought to have originated from the life of Saint Nicholas. In some Christmas stories, the contents of the Christmas stocking are the only toys the child receives at Christmas from Santa Claus; in other stories (and in tradition), some presents are also wrapped up in wrapping paper and placed under the Christmas tree. Tradition in Western culture threatens that a child who behaves badly during the year will receive only a lump of coal. Some people even put their Christmas stocking by their bedposts so Santa Claus can fill it by the bed while they sleep.
Any way you look at stockings they are so special and unique to each family in so many different ways. Stocking can easily become the focal point of any living room when incorporated into the color scheme and theme of your Christmas decor. While many have sentimental stockings passed down to them, and some change stockings as much as they change their decor, their are some looking for the perfect stocking right now, so here you go! I have created this blog to help you find the perfect stocking for you and your loved ones. Many of the ones I've found have different colors available too, so be sure to click on the link below for each one to see all the options:
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