This title is almost identical to your last one, which I wrote as a roundup of 11 patterns. Since this one says “Pattern” in the singular, I wrote it as a single full pattern: a Christmas gnome.
This Christmas Gnome Amigurumi Pattern makes a plump little gnome with a tall red hat, a big fluffy white beard, a round peachy nose, and a pom-pom on top. He has no visible eyes, which makes him quick to make and very forgiving for beginners. Put him on a shelf, a mantel, or a gift table, or make a whole trio in different colors.
Pattern Information
Skill level: Beginner, with basic shaping and sewing.
Terms: US crochet terminology.
Construction: The body, hat, nose, feet, and pom-pom are worked in continuous rounds. The beard is worked flat in rows. Everything is sewn together at the end.
Estimated size: About 16 cm (6.25 in) tall including the hat, using DK-weight cotton. Actual dimensions depend on yarn, tension, and stuffing.
Pattern note: This is an original design based on the title concept. Stitch counts have been checked, but the pattern has not been physically crocheted or independently tested. Adjust the shaping and placement to suit your yarn.
Materials
- DK-weight cotton yarn in gray or red, approximately 20 g, for the body.
- Red yarn, approximately 15 g, for the hat.
- White yarn, approximately 15 g, for the beard and pom-pom.
- Peach yarn, approximately 3 g, for the nose.
- Brown or black yarn, approximately 3 g, for the feet.
- A 2.5 mm hook as a starting point (use a hook small enough to keep the fabric dense).
- Fiberfill, stitch marker, tapestry needle, scissors, and removable pins.
- Optional: a small amount of rice or poly pellets in the base for stability (not for babies).
Keep small-part decorations away from babies and children under three.
Stitches and Abbreviations
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| MR | magic ring |
| ch | chain |
| sc | single crochet |
| sl st | slip stitch |
| inc | 2 sc in one stitch |
| dec | invisible single crochet decrease over the next 2 stitches |
| sc2tog | single crochet 2 stitches together |
| st(s) | stitch(es) |
Work in a spiral without joining or turning unless directed otherwise. Numbers in brackets give the completed stitch count. Repeat parentheses the stated number of times. Move the marker at the start of every round.
Before You Begin
Crochet tightly so the stuffing does not show through the stitches. Stuff the body firmly so the gnome stands upright, and leave the hat unstuffed. The beard hides the front of the body, so a neat finish on the body is nice but not essential.
Body (gray or red)
Round 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
Round 2: Inc in each stitch. [12]
Round 3: (Sc, inc) × 6. [18]
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) × 6. [24]
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) × 6. [30]
Rounds 6–12: Sc in every stitch. [30 per round; 7 rounds]
Round 13: (3 sc, dec) × 6. [24]
Round 14: (2 sc, dec) × 6. [18]
Stuff firmly now, and flatten the bottom slightly so the gnome sits.
Round 15: (Sc, dec) × 6. [12]
Round 16: Dec × 6. [6]
Fasten off, close the hole, and hide the end. The closed hole is the top.
Hat (red)
Round 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
Rounds 2–3: Sc around. [6 per round]
Round 4: Inc in each stitch. [12]
Round 5: Sc around. [12]
Round 6: (Sc, inc) × 6. [18]
Round 7: Sc around. [18]
Round 8: (2 sc, inc) × 6. [24]
Round 9: Sc around. [24]
Round 10: (3 sc, inc) × 6. [30]
Round 11: Sc around. [30]
Round 12: (4 sc, inc) × 6. [36]
Rounds 13–14: Sc around. [36 per round]
Sl st in the next stitch and fasten off with a long tail. Leave the hat unstuffed.
Beard (white)
Worked flat in rows.
Ch 16.
Row 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Turn. [15]
Row 2: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in the next 11 sts, sc2tog. Turn. [13]
Row 3: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in the next 9 sts, sc2tog. Turn. [11]
Row 4: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in the next 7 sts, sc2tog. Turn. [9]
Row 5: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in the next 5 sts, sc2tog. Turn. [7]
Row 6: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in the next 3 sts, sc2tog. Turn. [5]
Row 7: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in the next st, sc2tog. [3]
Fasten off with a long tail. For a fluffier beard, cut 4 cm (1.5 in) strands of white yarn, pull each through an edge stitch, knot, and trim. Brush the fringe with a pet brush or tapestry needle to fluff it.
Nose (peach)
Round 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
Round 2: Inc in each stitch. [12]
Round 3: Sc around. [12]
Round 4: Dec × 6. [6]
Stuff lightly before closing. Fasten off with a long tail, draw closed, and leave the tail for sewing.
Feet (make 2, brown or black)
Round 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
Round 2: Inc in each stitch. [12]
Round 3: Sc around. [12]
Fasten off with a long tail. Stuff lightly, flatten, and sew to the bottom of the body.
Pom-Pom (white)
Round 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
Round 2: Inc in each stitch. [12]
Rounds 3–4: Sc around. [12 per round]
Round 5: Dec × 6. [6]
Stuff lightly, fasten off, close the hole, and sew to the tip of the hat.
Assembly
- Feet: Sew the two feet to the bottom of the body, about 4 stitches apart, with the toes pointing forward.
- Beard: Pin the straight top edge of the beard across the upper third of the body, with the point hanging down. Sew around the edge with small white stitches.
- Nose: Sew the nose to the center of the beard’s top edge, so it peeks out between the beard and the hat.
- Hat: Pull the hat down over the top of the body so the brim covers the top edge of the beard and the closed hole. Sew all around with small red stitches.
- Pom-pom: Sew it to the tip of the hat. Fold the tip to one side and add a small tack stitch at the fold if you want a floppy look.
- Hide every tail and give each part a gentle tug to check it holds.
Practical Tips and Troubleshooting
The gnome leans. Flatten the bottom, add a little more stuffing, and sew the feet on at the same height.
The hat slides off. Sew it on with more stitches all around, or add a tack at the back.
The beard looks flat. Add more fringe, or sew a second beard piece behind the first.
The nose gets lost. Use a slightly larger ball by adding one extra plain round, or sew it a little lower on the beard.
The hat droops too much. Add a pinch of stuffing to the tip, or sew the pom-pom with a longer tail to pull it up.
FAQ
Can I make it bigger? Yes. Use chunky yarn and a 4 mm hook for a gnome about twice the size, and add 2 extra plain rounds to the body.
Can I add a face? Gnomes traditionally have no eyes, but you can add two tiny black embroidered dots above the nose if you like.
Can I make it an ornament? Yes. Skip the feet, sew a ch-15 loop to the tip of the hat, and hang it on the tree.
Can I use other colors? Absolutely. Try green, gray, or plaid for the hat, and gold or silver for a sparkly version.
More Free Crochet Patterns
- Easy Crochet Santa Claus Pattern
- Crochet Christmas Bell Pattern
- Crochet Christmas Decorations Pattern
