Day 12- Mini Stocking

On the 12th Day of Christmas, Made for Mermaids Gave to Me… A Mini Stocking! 🎄

This sweet little mini stocking is the perfect gift card holder—and let’s be real, the perfect excuse to dig into that stash of fabric scraps you’ve been hoarding… I mean, saving. 😉 It’s a quick and satisfying project that’s just as cute as it is practical. Whether you’re tucking in a gift card, cash, makeup, small toys, or other tiny treasures, this stocking is a fun and thoughtful way to share a little handmade love. You can even use it as a festive gift topper with a heartfelt note inside—such a charming touch for any present!

If you’re looking for more gift toppers or ornaments, we have several other fun freebies for you: reusable felt bows, felt mistletoe, gift tags, retro ornaments, alphabet ornaments, nativity ornaments, or Christmas tree and stocking ornaments.

As we wrap up this year’s 12 Days of Christmas, I want to take a moment to reflect and say thank you. Over the past 10 years, we’ve created 120 freebies. I’ll be honest- getting them ready each year has always been chaotic. There are late nights, moments of frustration (and yes, maybe a little… ok, a lot of cussing), and lots of coffee. But the joy of seeing you use these projects, share them, and make them your own has made every bit of chaos worth it. It fills my heart to know these patterns have brought a little handmade magic into your lives.

To everyone who has supported Made for Mermaids over the years—thank you from the bottom of my heart. Whether you’ve been here since the beginning or are new to the Mermaids family, your encouragement and love for sewing mean more to me than words can express. You’ve made this journey so rewarding, and I am endlessly grateful for each and every one of you.

From my family to yours, I wish you a season full of love, creativity, and connection. Happy sewing, Merry Christmas, and happy holidays! 🎅✨

Now, let’s dive in and make this mini stocking—it’s going to be adorable! 💕

SUPPLIES:

Fabric – woven fabric like quilting cotton, linen, satin, etc.
Scrap fabrics work great. If you’re purchasing fabric, use the yardage below.
1/4 for main and lining
1/8 for the top cuff
It is optional to add interfacing or batting to make them puffy.

LET’S GET STARTED!

1/4″ seam allowances included

Step 1: PREPPING

Go grab the pattern here! The pattern is 100% free, but you do need to add it to your cart and checkout. Then, it will always be available to download from your account. The pattern is a no trim pattern; if you need help putting the pattern together, pop over to the faqs and troubleshooting page , check out the blog post here, or ask in our Facebook group .

Print and assemble the pattern. Alternatively, you can use the projector file if you’re using a projector. Pattern layout below:

Step 2: CUTTING

All in inches.
Cut 2 main, 2 lining, optional 2 batting of the stocking (mirror images)
Cut 1 cuff 3.25 x 6
Cut 1 loop (or use twine/ribbon) 1.5 x 7.75
Optional- cut 1 heel & toe each

Step 3: SEWING

Optional- add heel & toe pieces to one main stocking piece. Use a zip zag, longer straight stitch, or hand sew around pieces.

With the right sides together, place the two stocking pieces on top of each other and then stitch. Do the same on the lining pieces, but leave an opening to turn later. If adding the optional batting, add it to the wrong side of your main piece.

Clip curves/seams or use pinking shears. Press the unsewn edge on the lining piece 1/4″ to the wrong side. Set aside.

Fold the cuff piece in half, with right sides together. Stitch.

Press the seam open and then fold it in half with the wrong sides together. Set aside.

Fold the loop piece as if making a binding. Press in half to create a center crease. Then, fold each edge toward the center. Fold in half again. Edge stitch closed.

Place the cuff over the main stocking, aligning the raw edges. Fold the loop piece in half and baste at the outside seam along the top of the stocking.