What kinds of ornaments are included in this collection?

Our Holiday Ornament collection includes a variety of handmade designs created by artisan families across Peru. Depending on the piece, ornaments may feature hand-knitted alpaca yarn, needle-felted alpaca fiber, or hand-carved, flame-etched gourds from Cochas, Huancayo. Product pages identify the materials and methods used for each ornament.

Are all of your ornaments made from alpaca?

No. This collection brings together several different Peruvian craft traditions. Some ornaments are made from alpaca yarn or alpaca fiber, while others are hand-carved gourds. Product pages identify the specific material used for each design.

Are all ornaments made using the same technique?

No. This collection brings together several traditional Peruvian craft traditions. Depending on the design, ornaments may be hand-knitted from alpaca yarn, needle-felted from alpaca fiber, or hand-carved and flame-etched from gourds. Product pages identify the specific technique used for each ornament.

Who makes Inspired Peru's holiday ornaments?

Each ornament is handmade by an individual artisan from one of our partner artisan families in Peru, and ships with a Certificate of Authenticity signed by that artisan.

Do your ornaments come with a Certificate of Authenticity?

Yes. Every ornament ships with an individual Certificate of Authenticity signed by the specific artisan who made that piece.

Can these ornaments be displayed year-round?

While many customers use them as Christmas ornaments and holiday decorations, others display them throughout the year as examples of traditional Peruvian craftsmanship. Display recommendations vary by ornament style and personal preference.

Can I mix ornament styles in one order?

Yes. Many customers combine ornaments featuring different Peruvian craft traditions to create a varied holiday display or gift assortment.

Where do your ornaments ship from?

All Inspired Peru orders ship from the United States. We offer free shipping throughout the continental United States.

Peruvian Embroidered Christmas Stocking — Handmade in Ayacucho

Name: Ayacucho Embroidered Christmas Stocking — 20"
Brand: Inspired Peru
Price: 69.99 USD
Availability: InStock

A green velvet Christmas stocking decorated with colorful hand-embroidered flowers in pink, blue, red, orange, yellow, and purple, hanging against a plain white background.

A green embroidered stocking featuring colorful floral patterns including pink, blue, orange, and yellow flowers with green leaves on a white background.

Ayacucho Embroidered Christmas Stocking — 20"

Inspired Peru

$ 69.99

Why does an Ayacucho-embroidered stocking make a meaningful Christmas gift? Ayacucho, in the Andes of Peru, is renowned for its embroidery craftsmanship — a tradition passed down for generations. Each vibrant floral design on this stocking is hand-embroidered, not printed, by a community of skilled embroiderers.

The Ayacucho Embroidery Tradition

This Christmas stocking is hand-embroidered on green wool felt by a community of expert embroiderers in Ayacucho, a Peruvian region with a long tradition of textile and embroidery craftsmanship. The vibrant floral pattern is entirely hand-stitched, thread by thread, using techniques taught across generations.

Because every stocking is embroidered by hand, small variations in color placement and stitching are normal and part of what makes each piece genuinely one-of-a-kind.

This handmade stocking is a thoughtful choice for anyone who appreciates artisan craftsmanship and holiday décor that feels personal rather than mass-produced. Its generous 20-inch size gives it a substantial presence on a mantel or holiday display, and its hand-embroidered detail is distinctive enough to become part of a family's Christmas tradition year after year.

Materials, Construction & Specifications

Material: Green wool felt with hand-embroidered floral design
Backing: Green wool felt, no interior lining
Construction: Hand-embroidered by a community of expert embroiderers in Ayacucho, Peru
Size: Approximately 20" tall x 8.5" wide
Capacity: Holds a few small ornaments or gifts comfortably, up to about 1 lb
Origin: Handmade in Ayacucho, Peru

Care & Ownership

Spot clean gently as needed, using a small amount of foam from a mild, fragrance-free soap, keeping the piece as dry as possible. Avoid soaking or machine washing.

Ships from the United States, with free shipping to the continental US.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the embroidery hand-done or printed?
Entirely hand-embroidered, thread by thread, by a community of expert embroiderers in Ayacucho, Peru.

What is the stocking made of?
Green wool felt, with a hand-embroidered floral design and a matching green felt backing. There is no interior lining.

What size is it, and how much can it hold?
Approximately 20 inches tall and 8.5 inches wide. It comfortably holds a few small ornaments or gifts, up to about 1 lb.

Why Ayacucho specifically?
Ayacucho is a Peruvian region with a long tradition of textile and embroidery craftsmanship.

Is this a good choice for someone who loves handmade holiday décor?
Yes. Each stocking is genuinely hand-embroidered, not printed, making it a distinctive alternative to mass-produced Christmas décor.

Where does this ship from?
Ships from the United States, with free shipping to the continental US.