Nothing screams Christmas like a gorgeously decorated fireplace mantle. Complete with garlands, stockings, nutcrackers and twinkle lights. However, what happens when you don’t have a fireplace?
Not having a fireplace doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the tradition of hanging stockings during the holiday season! Whether you live in a cozy apartment or a modern home without a mantel, there are countless creative ways to display your stockings.
How can I securely hang stockings on a wall without causing damage? Use adhesive hooks or command strips—they’re strong enough to hold stockings and come off cleanly after the holidays.
What if I don’t have much floor or wall space? Opt for vertical solutions, like decorative ladders or door frames, to make the most of your available space.
How can I make my stocking display feel extra festive? Add garlands, fairy lights, or bows to your chosen display area for a cozy and celebratory vibe.
Now, let’s dive into 20 unique ideas to make your stockings the highlight of your holiday decor!
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20 unique ideas to make your stockings the highlight of your holiday decor!
01 | Decorative Ladder
Lean a decorative ladder against the wall and hang your stockings from the rungs. Add fairy lights or garlands for extra holiday charm.
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02 | Staircase railing
via: At Home With Grace
Drape stockings along your staircase railing using hooks or festive ribbon. Pair them with garland for a cohesive look.
03 | Wall mounted hooks
Install a row of decorative hooks on an empty wall. It’s a minimalist and space-saving way to showcase your stockings.
I love the personalized touch of an initial charm hanging on the stocking.
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04 | Hooks on a built in
Source: Love Grows Wild
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05 | Garland on the media console
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06 | Adorn a decorated console table
Image via: A typical Teele
07 | Use empty wall space
Image by designbecomeshim
Adorn an empty wall by the Christmas tree with some nail-less hooks. Use stockings that match the tree theme to pull it all together.
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08 | Decorative branch with garland
Image source: By Meg Hang
Find a sturdy branch, paint or decorate it, and suspend it from the wall or ceiling. Hang your stockings from the branch for a rustic vibe.
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09 | Use a radiator cover
Image via: Home Sweet Hibbs
Monogram letter stockings are all the rage and make any little area look great.
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10 | Entryway coat rack
Source: Love Grows Wild
11 | Hang on a kid’s room dresser
Image: Crate and Kids Canada
12 | DIY boho stocking hanger
Source: Crazy Life with Littles
12 | Hang stockings on an art piece
13 | Place a ladder by the tree
13 | Hang below a cute village on a shelf
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14 | Floating shelf display
Via: Andrea Elizabeth
Install a floating shelf or use an existing one. Stockings can hang below, while the top of the shelf can be styled with holiday decor.
15 | Create a cozy corner
Via: Dailey Home
16 | Stockings on a staircase
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17 | Group stockings on garland with bells
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18 | Group stockings on garland with bells
19 | Stockings on dresser
Hang classic red stockings on any beautiful dresser for a holiday zhush. I love the nativity set table display above to really complete the look.
20 | Stockings on bed
