HISTORY OF WHY WE HANG CHRISTMAS STOCKINGS

Christmas stockings are a cherished tradition. They're hung on fireplace mantles, stair banisters or the foot of the bed. Some are handmade, store-bought or treasured heirlooms.

Regardless of where you hang your stockings or what they look like, they're an integral part of Christmas for many families. What you may not know is how the tradition started and where it came from. At the bottom of the article, you'll find suggestions for filling your stockings to the tippy-top for both kids and kids at heart.

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