Bucilla Felt Applique Stocking Kit 18" Sacred Night — Pre-stamped Felt, Beads & Sequins

Bucilla's Sacred Night 18" felt applique stocking kit is a complete DIY embroidery set that lets you stitch a detailed Nativity-inspired scene onto a large holiday stocking.

This kit captures a serene Bethlehem scene—Mary and Joseph beneath a luminous starry sky—and supplies the felt, thread, beads, sequins, needles, and clear instructions you need to create a keepsake stocking. Designed for crafters who enjoy guided projects, the pre-stamped felt makes layout simple while the added embellishments give the finished piece sparkle and dimension. Whether you keep it for your own mantel or embellish it further as a personalised gift, this kit blends traditional imagery with approachable needlework techniques.

What comes in the Bucilla Sacred Night stocking kit?

The kit is packaged with everything required to complete the 18" felt applique stocking, so you won’t need to source additional materials for the basic project. Components are organized to guide you through the applique and embroidery steps, from layout to final embellishment.

• Pre-stamped felt stocking piece showing the Sacred Night design for accurate placement
• Assorted embroidery floss in coordinated colours for figures, sky, and scenery
• Separated sequins and beads to add shine to stars and accents
• Two embroidery needles and step-by-step written instructions

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

This is an intermediate-friendly applique and embroidery kit: the stamped design reduces layout decisions, but detailed stitching and bead placement require patience and basic hand-needle skills. Completion time depends on your pace; expect anywhere from several afternoons to a few weekends.

• Pre-printed felt speeds up initial tracing and placement tasks
• Clear instructions help with stitch selection and bead/sequin attachment
• Two needles included so you can work with different thread weights or colours
• Flexible timing: work in sections like background, figures, then embellishments

Can I personalize the stocking or change the design?

Yes—this kit is an excellent starting point for personalisation. You can add a name, change thread colours to match your décor, or increase embellishment for more sparkle; the kit’s components are compatible with common embroidery and applique techniques used in custom projects.

• Add a stitched name on the cuff or lower edge using contrasting floss
• Swap or layer additional sequins and beads for more texture and shine
• Mix in specialty threads (metallics or variegated) for custom accents
• Use the pre-stamped layout as a template to expand or simplify the scene

How should I display or care for the finished stocking?

Display your finished stocking on a mantel, staircase, or as a hanging accent in holiday décor; avoid direct sunlight to preserve thread and felt colours. For cleaning, spot-treat gently and avoid machine washing to protect stitches and embellishments.

• Hang from a stocking hook or secure to a decorative rod for seasonal display
• Keep away from prolonged sun exposure to prevent fading of floss and felt
• Spot clean with mild soap and a soft cloth; do not soak or machine wash
• Store flat or gently rolled with tissue to preserve beads and sequins

Who is this for: This Bucilla Sacred Night stocking kit suits crafters who enjoy guided embroidery and applique projects with a traditional holiday theme. It’s ideal for stitchers who appreciate detailed work and decorative finishes, families who want a meaningful craft activity, or anyone seeking a handcrafted seasonal keepsake to personalize and display each year.