How to Crochet 15 Minute Granny Square Stocking for Christmas Decor

In this post, you’ll learn how to crochet a 15 minute granny square stocking perfect to be used both as an ornament and for hiding small treats. This stocking will be a mini version of the vintage-style stocking that has been presented by Play Hooky with Me.

This project will become ever easier and quicker if you already know how to crochet classic granny square stitch. Even if you don’t know, it is perfect for beginners.

The tutor offers a straightforward pattern that starts with a traditional granny square for the first two rounds, then changes slightly to form the stocking’s toe. More uses will be to create multiple stockings to make a festive garland or an Advent calendar.

The complete video guide for crocheting this mini granny stocking will be available at the end of this post. To learn more about this project, read more with us below.

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Skills Used: Creating granny squares, working in rounds with double crochets, and changing yarn colors seamlessly. Techniques for shaping are introduced through the use of treble crochets to form the stocking toe.

Additionally, single crochet stitches for joining and for some parts, while making hanging loops involves basic chaining and slip stitching for a polished finish.

Guide Span: 14 Minutes Only

Personalization Tips: There are three color combinations available using red, green, blue and white. However, each stocking can be crocheted using only two colors. The hanging loop can be customized in length or swapped for decorative ribbon. You can also get a larger version by increasing the amount of rows.

15 Minute Granny Square Stocking Tutorial

This stocking tutorial provides a way to create mini stocking using a modified granny square technique. Usually beginners demanded a quick crochet project after learning the classic grenny and it is one of them. It’s beginner-friendly, adaptable to various yarns and colors, and perfect for last-minute holiday decorations. The step-by-step instructions will guide you very well. Here is a quick overview of this tutorial:

Granny Square Basics: Start with a traditional two-round granny square, forming a solid base for the stocking. The tutorial covers the magic ring or chain method for the center.
Shaping the Toe: Modify the granny square design with treble crochets in the center of the bottom row to create the stocking’s toe shape. Adjust the number of stitches based on yarn thickness.
Joining and Finishing: Add single crochet rows to the top for reinforcement, create a loop for hanging, and use single crochets to join the two sides. Options for softening the toe are also included.

Supplies Mentioned

To recreate these crochet stockings precisely, these are the materials the tutor suggests. Collect these supplies to match the results perfectly.

4mm crochet hook.
Comfy Worsted weight yarn in various colors.
Scissors.
Yarn needle for weaving in ends.
Stitch marker (optional).

Here are the stitches that the instructor uses for the crocheting these Granny Square Stockings. Below, you’ll find brief instructions for each stitch.

ch (Chain): Yarn over and pull through the loop on the hook.
dc (Double Crochet): Yarn over, insert hook, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
hdc (Half Double Crochet): Yarn over, insert hook, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through all three loops.
sc (Single Crochet): Insert hook, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through both loops.
sl st (Slip Stitch): Insert hook, yarn over, pull through both the stitch and the loop on the hook.
tr (Treble Crochet): Yarn over twice, insert hook, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through two more loops, yarn over, pull through the last two loops.

How To Crochet Buntings With These Stockings?

Creating crochet bunting with these mini stocking patterns can even more charm to your holiday decor. By repeating the process of crocheting the 15 minute granny square stocking, you can crochet multiple mini stockings and attach them to a length of yarn or string. This creates a bunting that can be hung across mantels, walls, or doorways.