Bucilla Felt Applique Nutcracker Noel 18" Stocking Kit — Pre-Stamped Felt, Beads & Needles

The Bucilla Nutcracker Noel Felt Applique Stocking Kit is an 18-inch pre-stamped felt embroidery kit that supplies materials and instructions to make a festive holiday stocking featuring a drumming nutcracker.

Celebrate seasonal decorating with a handcrafted stocking that brings vintage charm to your mantel. This Bucilla kit bundles pre-printed felt pieces, floss, sequins, beads, and needles so you can assemble and embellish an 18" stocking without sourcing separate supplies. The pattern combines applique and simple embroidery stitches to create a classic holiday motif usable as a keepsake or a gift-ready accent.

What comes in the kit and what will I need to add?

The kit includes the stamped felt stocking pieces, embroidery floss in coordinated colours, separated sequins and beads, two needles, and step-by-step directions. You’ll have nearly everything required to finish the stocking as shown.

• Pre-stamped felt pieces for the 18" stocking and applique shapes
• Colour-matched embroidery floss and sequins/beads for detailing
• Two embroidery needles and illustrated instructions
• Optional extras to add: stuffing for a fuller look, additional trims or letters for personalisation

How difficult is this project and how long will it take?

This Bucilla stocking kit is suitable for a range of skill levels: beginners who know basic stitches can complete it with patience, while experienced stitchers can embellish it more extensively. Time to finish varies by experience and the level of decorative detail you choose to add, from a few evenings to several weekend sessions.

• Beginner: follow instructions and complete basic stitches in several sessions
• Intermediate: add more melodic embroidery or beadwork in a weekend
• Advanced: customize with extra trims, personalisation, or added texture over multiple sessions

How can I personalize the stocking to make it unique?

The kit’s pre-stamped design is a starting point—personalisation options are plentiful. Add a name, change thread colours, attach ribbon or pom-pom trim, or increase bead and sequin coverage for extra sparkle. These modifications let you tailor the stocking to décor, recipient, or colour theme.

• Embroider a name or year on the cuff or toe area
• Swap or layer thread colours for different contrast and texture
• Sew on extra sequins, beads, and trims to amplify shine
• Add a fabric lining or light batting to give the stocking depth

Where and how will this stocking best be displayed?

An 18" stocking makes a strong visual statement on mantels, stair rails, or as a hanging accent on doors and hooks. Because it’s made of felt applique and decorative beads, place it where it can be seen but won’t rub against heavy traffic to protect the embellishments. This stocking also works well as a thoughtful handmade gift that ships flat or rolled in tissue for presentation.

• Hang from mantel hooks or decorative stocking holders
• Display on a wall or door hook as seasonal art
• Use as a gift bag substitute for small stocking-stuffer presents
• Store flat or gently rolled between seasons to protect beading

Who this is for: Crafters who enjoy holiday needlework, families wanting a handcrafted seasonal accent, and gift makers seeking an approachable project with vintage-inspired charm. The Bucilla Nutcracker Noel kit supports stitchers of varying experience: beginners will appreciate the included supplies and clear instructions, while experienced makers can customize textures and embellishments to create a personalised heirloom stocking.