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✨Busy weeknight hack unlocked✨ Who else is liv ✨Busy weeknight hack unlocked✨ Who else is living for a 2-ingredient dinner?! 🙋‍♀️ Thanks to @hungryroot, I’ve got groceries delivered and easy recipes like this honey garlic beef + rice on repeat. The best part? You can snag 40% off your first box + a FREE gift with code CHARITY40 🎉 Dinner = handled. You’re welcome 😉 Comment “Hungryroot” below and I’ll send you all the info!!
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Christmas · December 17, 2019

No Mantel For Stockings? No Problem!

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I always love seeing everyone’s beautiful Christmas stocking display hanging on their mantel. But we don’t have a mantel above our fireplace so I’ve always wondered how to hang stockings without a mantel?

And I am sure I am not alone on this problem. I would love to have a mantel, but until we do, I have came up with a different and creative way to display my stockings. And as a bonus, it’s right next to my fireplace too!

Blanket Ladder and Stockings
Here is my Christmas stocking display for this year!

Use a Blanket Ladder to Hang Christmas Stockings

So first of all that beautiful ladder is from Kirkland’s and I got it when it was on clearance so it was a great deal! But, you could use any blanket ladder you have laying around your house as well.

I usually just have some neutral throws draped over it and I thought about getting some Christmas throws to display on it this season.

But then I decided to display my stockings on it instead and I am so glad I thought to do that. It was a great solution on how to hang stockings without a mantel. I love the way it turned out and I think it’s the next best thing to having them displayed on a mantel!

Cable Knit Stockings
Here is a close up view of my white cable knit stockings I ordered from Amazon.

Cable Knit Stockings

So for my main stockings for me and my hubby, I found these beautiful cable knit stockings from Amazon. They come in a pack of two and they are only $13.90 which I thought was an incredible deal.

I was looking all over for some neutral sweater-like stockings and the other ones I found were much more pricey and it was just for one.

This definitely seemed to be the best deal and the quality on them is amazing. I also included that cute little ceramic Rae Dunn stocking on the top of my ladder for a pop of color as well.

And the berry garland you see strung along the ladder is from the Target Dollar Spot and it was only $5! Super cheap and it was long enough to drape across the whole ladder so it was the perfect length.

Kirkland's Cat Stocking
This is so perfect for my Toby!

Cat Christmas Stocking

If you know me, then you know that I’m a huge cat lover. And that my Toby is my sweet fur baby, so I obviously couldn’t leave him without his very own stocking!

And when I saw this stocking advertised on Kirkland’s, I immediately fell in love and knew this would be perfect for him! I also love how it’s white just like our stockings above so it all goes together well.

If you are also a fellow cat lover then you need this stocking just as much as I did! It will definitely be full of treats and toys for him on Christmas morning!

Rae Dunn Coal Canister
I added a few Christmas touches to the ledge of my fireplace too.

Other Stocking Accessories

Some other stocking accessories I have is my Rae Dunn coal canister. Although, we’re all on the nice list here and no one is getting coal in their stocking this year!

But nonetheless, it’s still super cute and I thought it would look better here than somewhere in the kitchen or dining room. It just makes more sense to place it here in my opinion!

And I found that cute little galvanized bucket from Michael’s for half off. They had two different sizes and this is the smaller one. I tried to find the link for it online, but I believe they are sold out.

They may still have them in store though. It fits my birch wood bundle from Target just perfectly. Target had some great options, but ultimately that one above was my favorite. They just go so well together!

Christmas Blanket Ladder

How to Hang the Stockings Without a Mantel

I attached the stockings to the ladder with some floral wire and it was super easy to get them hung. I also stuffed them with some paper towels to make them appear full even though I don’t actually have any gifts in them yet!

That’s a great, cheap way to make them look like they are completed even though they aren’t yet! I am very happy with my stocking display and I am glad I have a way to display them, regardless of not having a mantel.

Do you guys have a mantel for your stockings? Or do you have another creative way to display yours? I would love to hear your ideas!

No Mantel for Stockings? No Problem!
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Comments

  1. Breanna says

    December 17, 2019 at 3:54 pm

    I wish I would have thought of this! Such a great idea and looks adorable!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 17, 2019 at 11:01 pm

      Thank you so much Breanna! I appreciate that!

      Reply
  2. Kirsten says

    December 17, 2019 at 4:53 pm

    This is such a great idea! I love it! I would’ve never thought to do this. You set it up beautifully!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 17, 2019 at 11:02 pm

      Thank you! I appreciate your kind words!

      Reply
  3. Emily L. says

    December 17, 2019 at 5:41 pm

    OMG What I cute and creative idea! I have no mantle either, and I just put hooks in the wall above my tv and below my shelf! This is much more creative. Love it! <3

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 17, 2019 at 11:03 pm

      Awe thank you so much! Hooks in the wall definitely work too though!

      Reply
  4. Miranda says

    December 17, 2019 at 6:58 pm

    This is a great idea! I don’t have a mantel this year, so I ended up hanging our stockings on our media stand, but I love this ladder idea!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 17, 2019 at 11:03 pm

      Thank you! And hanging them on the media stand sounds like an awesome idea too!

      Reply
  5. Candice Steele says

    December 17, 2019 at 7:03 pm

    I love this ladder idea. We have a mantle but I’m always curious to see what people do that don’t have one. Beautiful pictures. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 17, 2019 at 11:04 pm

      Awe thank you so much! I am glad I was able to find a way to display them too!

      Reply
  6. Molly says

    December 17, 2019 at 11:49 pm

    We don’t have a mantle either, so I’ll totally be stealing this idea next year!! And I think my cat might need a new stocking – that’s adorable!!!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 18, 2019 at 12:23 am

      Yes you should definitely do this next year! And my cat stocking is my favorite! It’s so cute. You really need that too!

      Reply
  7. Catherine says

    December 18, 2019 at 4:31 pm

    This is adorable! What a great idea! We have a ladder similar holding quilts! Never thought to hang stockings from it!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 18, 2019 at 9:50 pm

      Yes! You should definitely hang stockings from it too!

      Reply
  8. Arianna says

    January 20, 2020 at 12:55 pm

    This is such a cute idea! I’m going to have to remember this for next Christmas season!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 20, 2020 at 10:58 pm

      Yes, I am definitely going to do it again for Christmas this year!

      Reply
  9. Maddie says

    May 2, 2020 at 9:07 am

    Ahh these are so cute! I have a few friends that are obsessed with cats so these will make such cute gifts ☺️ thank you so much for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      May 2, 2020 at 2:41 pm

      No problem! Glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply

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POV: when your mom makes you wear a cute Halloween POV: when your mom makes you wear a cute Halloween sweater and you forget how to walk 😹 But seriously, how cute is little Miss Riley in her festive sweater?! She was definitely getting into the Halloween spirit for sure! 
If your pet needs one too, comment “Shop” below for the link! I’m sure they will love it just as much as Riley does! 😻😹
Can you believe Christmas is only 10 weeks away?! Can you believe Christmas is only 10 weeks away?! ✨ My heart’s already craving those quiet, cozy nights with twinkle lights and hot cocoa in hand. Trying not to rush it… but the magic is calling. I don’t know if I can wait until November 1st before I put my main tree up or not 🤣 And if you’re needing a new Christmas tree this year, you should definitely check out @kingofchristmas 😉 Comment “tree” below and I’ll send you the link to the one I have here!
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Can you believe Christmas is only 10 weeks away?! Can you believe Christmas is only 10 weeks away?! ✨ My heart’s already craving those quiet, cozy nights with twinkle lights and hot cocoa in hand. Trying not to rush it… but the magic is calling. 🎄
✨Busy weeknight hack unlocked✨ Who else is liv ✨Busy weeknight hack unlocked✨ Who else is living for a 2-ingredient dinner?! 🙋‍♀️ Thanks to @hungryroot, I’ve got groceries delivered and easy recipes like this honey garlic beef + rice on repeat. The best part? You can snag 40% off your first box + a FREE gift with code CHARITY40 🎉 Dinner = handled. You’re welcome 😉 Comment “Hungryroot” below and I’ll send you all the info!!
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If your pet needs one too, comment “Shop” below for the link! I’m sure they will love it just as much as Riley does! 😻😹
I know it’s only October, but in my heart I’m I know it’s only October, but in my heart I’m already in Christmas jammies, baking cookies, and living my best elf life 🍪✨ Santa, I’m ready for my comeback tour 😏🎄
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I mean how can you even say no to this face?! Litt I mean how can you even say no to this face?! Little Miss Riley can have all the treats she wants as far as I’m concerned! 😹😻

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