Isobel has a problem. Her school project is to bring in a stocking which will be filled with gifts and given to those who need help this Christmas. But because her parents are not working they cannot afford to buy a fancy stocking. Isobel's mom suggests they decorate one of her father's wool socks. Isobel is furious - she cannot and will not bring an old wool sock to school. But time is passing and Christmas is nearly here. What is Isobel going to do?