European Ornamental Holiday Stocking

Mustard cloth with a woven scroll braid at the top and one leafy medallion near the toe.

This is an ornamental holiday stocking. It is embroidered fabric. Hanging a stocking at the hearth is a Christmas custom in many countries, and children traditionally find small gifts in it on Christmas morning. Mustard-yellow stocking with a rough, matte weave. A looping tan braid runs along the cuff, and the toe carries a small green and brown leaf motif with curling stems. A thin gold loop rises at the back, and red lining shows at the edge. It is 4 inches wide and 6 long.

Modest color, one good motif, and a red lining as a secret.