Vintage Hand-Embroidered Linen Stocking Holder – Doll Motif

A rare and whimsical piece of vintage household craft, this hand-embroidered linen stocking holder is shaped like a doll, complete with braids, bows, and sweet stitched features. Designed to hang on a hook, it has an opening in the skirt marked “Stockings”, where nylons or hosiery would have been stored.

Features:

• Material: Linen with colourful embroidery
• Design: Doll figure with embroidered face, plaits, bows, and detailed dress
• Function: Skirt features a cut-out pocket marked “Stockings” for holding hosiery
• Era: Mid-20th century (c.1940s–50s)
• Size: Approx. 40 cm long x 28 cm wide
• Condition: Fair vintage condition – some age wear and loose stitching, but embroidery remains clear.

Styling Ideas:

• A quirky collectible textile for vintage sewing, embroidery, or household linen enthusiasts.
• Display in a laundry, dressing room, or sewing space as a nostalgic conversation piece.
• Could be repurposed into wall art or framed to preserve the unique design.

✨ A rare survivor of everyday vintage domestic life, and a fun addition to an