Adorn your mantle with handmade crocheted stockings! Whether you are looking for a stocking reminiscent of Christmases past or love a fresh twist on tradition such as the Santa hat or mitten "stocking," you'll find just what you need in this collection. Styles include colorful textured patterns, granny squares, stripes, bobbles, cables, and more; some with tassels and ties and all with a loop for hanging. Change up the colors to go with any holiday color scheme. All patterns are achievable by a beginner to intermediate crocheter, and small projects like this are the perfect place to learn and practice new skills. Your unique stocking may also give Santa a clue as to what he should put in your stocking--more yarn! 10 crochet stocking patterns with classic designs and new ideas Includes classic, jumbo, mitten, granny square, Santa hat, stripes, and thick and quick designs Learn techniques like cables, back loop only, bobbles, back and front post half double crochet, popcorn stitches, granny stitches, tassels, and puff stitches Patterns use size 4, medium weight yarn with a H-8 (4mm) hook, size 5, bulky yarn with a L-11 (8mm) hook, size 6, super bulky yarn also with a L-11 (8mm) hook, and size 7, jumbo weight yarn with a US-P/Q (15mm) hook , depending on pattern chosen Bulky - jumbo weight yarn make these quick, easy patterns ready for Christmas US crochet terminology Appropriate patterns for beginner to intermediate crocheters Full color photos of finished pieces 8.5in x 11in pages make it easy to see written instructions Written and designed by humans, for humans!.