For years, the humble Christmas stocking has long been synonymous with the 25th of December. After all, you know how the old poem goes...
'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse;
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care.
Sure, Christmas sacks can be more convenient (and yes, roomy!) for safely hiding away your little ones' gifts ready for Christmas morning, but there's just something lovely about hanging a Christmas stocking and filling it with presents, ready to be devoured.
If you agree and are on the hunt for a large Christmas stocking, fear not! We've pulled together our favourites including traditional options, personalised versions and even some luxury choices if you're after something really special.
Best Christmas stockings
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How cute is this Reindeer Christmas Stocking? We love that it includes cosy wellie socks, small René Reindeer, Janod Bath Crayons and more.
Made bespoke for you and personalised with the name of your choice in white thread, there are several cute designs to choose from in this stocking. Triple-layered and lined with satin, it'll last your child for years to come.
Size: 45cm
Review: "Absolutely gorgeous. Arrived ahead of time and we are delighted with it. It is soon to be on its way to New Zealand for my youngest granddaughter. It seems to be well made and the embroidered name is beautiful. Very pleased with my purchase."
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Made from crushed velvet these opulent stockings can be personalised for an extra special Christmas touch. With a quirky curled toe and dotted with working sleigh bells that really jingle, the stocking features stripes of festive green and red that are set off beautifully by the gold piping and tassel.
Size: 45 x 20cm
Review: "I am delighted with my Christmas stockings, I bought them for my adult children and they are beautiful, well made and of excellent quality."
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If you're after a more traditional stocking, this is the one for you! Made from thick, plush material, this stocking can be hung from any hook or fireplace with the loop. You can even personalise with a name.
Size: 57cm
Review: "Absolutely beautiful! I bought four and was delighted."
For a classic look, we love this set of two Christmas stockings, made from cable knit by heavy yarn to ensure they will stretch well and safely contain all those presents!
Size: 46cm
Review: "Love the colours and pattern. Good and wide for chunky presents. Well pleased with them. They looked lovely hanging either side of the fireplace."
www.fenwick.co.uk
This stylish and elegant stocking is handcrafted using wet felting techniques and sustainable, biodegradable materials, making it a great choice for the eco-conscious.
Size: 50 x 30cm
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For a stocking that feels as good as it looks, you can't go wrong with this plush velvet stocking with faux fur trim from John Lewis.
Size: 53 x 31cm
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One for the big kids amongst us - this charming Festive Forest stocking is dotted with hedgehogs, badgers, hares and squirrels in a snowy festive forest on a rich olive background. Made from 100 per cent cotton with a linen trim, it features two red decorative pom-poms.
Size: 22 x 60cm
www.my1styears.com
This personalised embossed red velvet stocking is made from super-soft, shimmery velvet in cherry red. Embossed with delicately embroidered stars, it features a festive faux fur cuff and a pair of playful pom poms.
Size: 26 x 50 cm
Crafted from white fluffy faux fur, this set of two pretty stockings are embroidered with silver snowflakes designs. Larger and longer than your average stockings, there is plenty of room for all those Christmas gifts to be packed into.
Size: 28.6 x 24.2 x 6.8 cm
Review: "You never really know what you're going to get when you order online, but I'm very impressed. These are larger, fluffier and more luxurious than I was expecting. They are approximately 20in long and would easily hold a few decent sized gifts, such as chunky candles, a bottle of bubbly, rolled up magazine etc. Great purchase!"
www.notonthehighstreet.com
If you're after a large Christmas stocking, we've got just the one for you. Available in two styles, this jumbo knitted stocking comes in two sizes: 70cm or 95cm. They're made from soft Merino wool with a quality leather strap which makes it easy to hang the stocking in whichever spot you choose.
Size: 70cm or 95cm
Review: "Beautifully made and well worth paying that bit more for something extra special."
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