This neutral living room features festive decor such as miniature white bottle brush trees, a green garland, and bronze bells aross the white mantel. The framed mirror and decorative saltbox houses enhance the neutral palette. Decorate the mantel with white textured stockings that elevate the Christmas mood.
23 Festive Christmas Stocking Ideas for a Merry Christmas
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Published: November 2, 2023
Updated: November 13, 2023
Christmas is the season to bring out those festive Christmas stockings! Just imagine waking up on Christmas morning and putting your hand into the warm cozy stocking to be surprised with a small gift from Santa. This classic Christmas experience not to be missed, so selecting the right accessories for your stocking display is vital.
Christmas stockings are often hung as décor in various spaces: from farmhouse living rooms to modern entryways. The mantel on stone and brick fireplaces are also common areas to find Christmas stockings, but any space will do if your home doesn’t have a fireplace.
From striped to checkered patterns, cartoons, and vibrant colors, Christmas stocking designs are endless. Explore textures such as suede, wool, fur, and more. Whether you want to elevate your festive decorations or use them as a fun gift carrier, these Christmas stocking ideas aim to create a captivating first impression.
02 of Red and White Christmas Stocking Ideas
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Classic red and white Christmas stockings with different patterns draw attention to the wall in this modern entryway. The wood-framed poster with Christmas greetings creates a welcoming space. Complete the look with a charming red ribbon on the hook rack.
03 of Vintage Living Room With Mantel Décor
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Twinkle lights intertwined with a flocked pine garland illuminate the mantel in this vintage living room. The olive green wall and white fireplace create a modern vintage look. Elevate the mantel with white and black patterned stockings for a cozy Christmas.
04 of Minimalistic Living Room With Christmas Stockings
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Celebrate Christmas by hanging patterned stockings in green, red, and white on the white mantel of a minimalistic living room. The gold-framed painting and matching wall sconces add a vintage accent to the wall. This white mantel and walls help the colors of the stocking and garland pop brightly, guaranteeing to make a perfect first impression.
05 of Cottage Living Room With Brick Fireplace
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Get cozy beside the stone fireplace in this cottage living room with a low hearth and long wooden mantel. Create a traditional black and white plaid theme by matching the stockings, gift wrapping paper, and wall decor. The Christmas stockings in cream white also complement the gray stone wall.
06 of Farmhouse Entryway With Christmas Stockings
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Animal-themed Christmas stockings with plush toys create a fun aesthetic in this farmhouse entryway. The wooden floor tiles add warmth to the white interior. Create a welcoming impression with framed Christmas greeting posters on the white table.
07 of Farmhouse Living Room With Mantel Décor
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Pine garland, red berries, and white lights elevate the mantel decor in this farmhouse living room. Miniature Christmas trees in neutral colors line across the mantel. Style the mantel with checkered and boho-designed stockings that enhances the impressive visual display.
08 of White Living Room With Wall Décor
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Beautiful woven wall decor adds texture to this white living room. The faux white mantel blends into the matching background which creates a clean design. Add color to the space with blue and white Christmas-themed stockings hung on the mantel.
09 of Rustic Farmhouse Console Table With Christmas Stockings
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Wool Christmas stockings are hung on a wooden console table to create a warm corner in this rustic farmhouse study room. Personalize each stocking by pairing them with a wood-carved name tag. Antique weighing scales, old-school books, and glass bottles enhance the rustic aesthetic.
10 of White Farmhouse Living Room With Patterned Stockings
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Stockings in flower and stripe patterns are hung by the white, brick fireplace mantel in this white farmhouse living room. The stockings are accompanied by name tags and yellow ribbons. Elevate the Christmas decorations with a garland of pine boughs across the mantel.
11 of Farmhouse Living Room With Checkered Christmas Stockings
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This farmhouse living room highlights striking blue and red Christmas stockings in checkered patterns. The brick hearth and wood plank flooring add texture and warmth to the space. Create a cozy fireplace with white Christmas lights draped across the mantel.
12 of Christmas Trees Across a Fireplace Mantel
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Admire the Christmas tree with white and silver decor in this cottage farmhouse living room. Add mini Christmas trees on the mantel for extra texture to the space. The white Christmas stockings also have a cozy brown fur collar.
13 of Farmhouse Living Room With Quilted White Stockings
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This farmhouse living room boasts white stockings in a quilted pattern. Add a touch of Christmas by accompanying the stockings with mini ring wreaths. The wooden mantel is decorated with house ornaments in white and blue.
14 of Brick Fireplace With Plaid Christmas Stockings
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Traditional plaid Christmas stockings in red and white are beautiful additions to this farmhouse living room. The glowing white lights and beaded garland draped across the mantel brighten up the space. Welcome Christmas with a charming mini Christmas tree beside the fireplace.
15 of Modern Living Room With Christmas Stockings
Gray, white, and neutral-themed stockings line the white mantel in this modern living room. The mantel is covered with a gorgeous mix of various green garlands and red berries. Add dried orange slices onto the plant decor for an extra splash of color.
16 of Classic Living Room With Neutral Mantel Décor
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Pine garland and miniature brass bells drape across the mantel in this farmhouse living room. Include small, decorative bottle brush Christmas trees in neutral beige for a charming addition. The knitted Christmas stockings in white and beige also create a cozy ambiance.
17 of Farmhouse Living Room With Christmas Stockings
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Geometric prints and Christmas-themed graphics are integrated into the stockings displayed in this modern living room. The white shiplap wall adds subtle texture to the space. Welcome the festive season with decorative Christmas trees and pine leaves on the mantel.
18 of White Farmhouse Living Room With Christmas Stockings
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Red and white stockings with Christmas characters are displayed on the mantel in this white farmhouse living room. The red ribbons and layered garland enhance the red decorative theme. Light up the brick fireplace with a string of white Christmas lights and pine garland around the mantel.
19 of Gray Stone Fireplace With Christmas Fur Stockings
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Fluffy fur Christmas stockings are hung on the mantel in this neutral living room. The wooden mantel complements the stone fireplace featuring shades of gray. Adorn the mantel with wooden Christmas ornaments that celebrate the festive ambiance.
20 of Neutral Living Room With White Christmas Stockings
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White textured Christmas stockings create a white Christmas theme in this neutral living room. The string of gold bells adds a hint of warmth to the fireplace. Set up a Christmas tree covered in snow for a festive white Christmas.
21 of Maroon Christmas Stocking Ideas for a Rustic Mantel
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Luxurious maroon stockings are hung on the wooden mantel in this white farmhouse living room. Style the rustic wood mantel with mini brown Christmas trees and candles that enhances the farmhouse aesthetic. The vintage gold-framed mirror and photograph help give the room a classic, authentic feel
22 of Modern Farmhouse Living Room With Christmas Décor
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Red, white, and brown gift boxes act as beautiful Christmas centerpieces on the wooden coffee table of this modern farmhouse living room. The brown Christmas stockings at the fireplace are colored in white and red. Celebrate in comfort with Christmas-themed cushions on the armchairs.
23 of Farmhouse Living Room With Illuminated Christmas Tree
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Glowing white lights illuminate the stunning Christmas tree in this cozy living room. The fireplace mantel is decorated with stockings in classic Christmas colors and characters. Place woven baskets around the brick fireplace for a textural, yet functional, addition.
