My family and I have toned down our holiday exuberance to more of a dull roar these days, but some things just need to be seen during the dark days of winter, and I think my treasured hand knit stocking is one of them. My mother knit this stocking for me 53 years ago and was always sorry she hadn't lined it, as the stretch factor is quite great.
My children have both enjoyed this family treasure as much as I did/do and it warms my heart to see it hung by the chimney with care. She used a beautiful wool and Santa's beard is pure angora...awww Mom!
I hope you are enjoying your day today and as always happy knitting, crocheting and sewing!
Jeanne
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I have a stocking almost exactly like yours. Below the chimney is my name vertically. My aunt knitted it and three more for my brothers over 50 years ago. I wish she had lined it too as the orange Santa always left in the toe caused it to stretch quite a bit. Now that I know how to knit, it's have some repairs done over the years.
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ReplyDeleteI so enjoyed this post. It is so sweet and perfect for this time of year! It reminds me that the best things can't be bought.
My husband has a cherished stocking his grandmother knitted for him when he was born. A few years ago I found a similar pattern and knitted one for my new daughter-in-law. Unfortunately, I was a beginning knitter and my gauge was way off. But fortunately, my daughter-in-law was thrilled that her stocking was so huge!
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