Simple Christmas Stocking Holders Add Holiday Cheer

Liven up your holiday decor with festive Christmas stocking holders

Hanging Christmas stockings is a big part of celebrating the holiday season, so you'll want to be prepared when the time for hanging comes! Festive Christmas stocking holders are a great way to get your family in the spirit and to add warmth and cheer to your shelves or mantel.

Here are a few of the favorite Christmas stocking holder ideas we've seen over the years:

Santa-themed Christmas stocking holders:

• These Christmas stocking holders can appear to have Santa sitting on a “ledge” (your mantel), with a stocking hanging from one of his feet; Santa can also hang over the edge, holding onto a stocking. Many Christmas stocking holders also follow this theme for elves or snowmen!

Christmas candy-themed stocking holders:

• Upside down candy-canes are a very popular style of Christmas stocking holder! The "J" makes a perfect hook for your stockings.

Snowflake-themed Christmas stocking holders:

• Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! These beautiful Christmas stocking holders are usually more formal that most novelty holders, and often come in gold, silver, or sparkly white versions. Other versions of dazzling red and metallic green are very popular choices as well.

Gift-themed Christmas stocking holders:

• This is a fun way to add a lot of color to your shelves or mantelpiece, as Christmas gifts always come in bright, festive colors! Choose a different "gift" for each member of your family, and watch how your mantel comes to life with the warmth of these packages.