Mini Scandinavian Christmas Gnome Crochet Pattern

Discover the enchanting world of crochet with this adorable Mini Scandinavian Christmas Gnome pattern. Immerse yourself in the art of creating these whimsical creatures that will add a touch of magic to your holiday decorations. With just a few basic crochet stitches and some colorful yarn, you can bring these charming gnomes to life.

As you crochet these delightful gnomes, you'll find yourself captivated by the intricate details that make them so special. From their pointy hats to their bushy beards, every stitch is an opportunity to add character and charm. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, this pattern provides clear instructions and helpful tips to guide you through the process.

Materials

• Yarnart Jeans white 01 (20 gr)
• Yarnart Jeans grey 46 (5 gr)
• Yarnart Jeans red 51 (20 gr)
• Yarnart Jeans blue 15 (20 gr)
• Yarnart Jeans mint 81 (15 gr)
• Yarnart Jeans light peach 73 (15 gr)
• Bergere de France Grizzly 100 color Sable – Fur Yarn (5 gr)
• 2mm crochet hook
• Fiber filling
• Scissor, stick glue, yarn needle, markers, pin, and bell.

Abbreviations

• MR: Magic ring
• ch: chain
• sts: stitch(es)
• sl st: slip stitch
• sc: single crochet
• inc: increase
• dec: decrease
• dc: double crochet
• hdc: half double crochet
• fo: fasten off
• FLO: Front loop only
• BLO: Back loop only
• rep: repeat
• (number): total number of stitches in the round/row.

Body

Use blue yarn.

• Row 1: 6sc in MR (6)
• Row 2: 6 inc (12)
• Row 3: (1sc, 1inc) *6 (18)
• Row 4: (2sc, 1inc) *6 (24)
• Row 5: (3sc, 1inc) *6 (30)
• Row 6: (4sc, 1inc) *6 (36)
• Row 7: BLO, 36sc (36)

Use felt fabric to cut a circle. The diameter of the circle is equal to the diameter of the bottom of the body. Place it inside the body after row 10.

Change to mint yarn.

From here we start the striped sequence (blue and mint):

• Row in mint color: 8, 10, 12, 14 – the rest of the rows will be made in blue color.
• Row 8: 36sc (36)
• Row 9: (2sc, 1dec, 2sc) *6 (30)
• Row 10 – Row 11: 30 sc (30)
• Row 12: (3sc, 1dec) *6 (24)
• Row 13 – Row 14: 24 sc (24)

Change to light peach yarn.

• Row 15: (1sc, 1dec, 1sc) *6 (18). Start stuffing with the fiberfill and keep stuffing as you continue.
• Row 16: 18 sc (18)
• Row 17: (1sc, 1dec) *6 (12)
• Row 18: 12 sc (12)
• Row 19: 6dec

Cut the yarn and using a needle to guide it into each front loop of the last round. Fasten off.

(Hold the body upside down, go to R7, use blue yarn, insert 1 sc, FLO, 36 sc, join by 1 sl st)

Beard

Use fur yarn.

• Row 1: ch 7, start in the 2nd chain from the hook, 6sc (6)

Cut and secure the yarn. Place the beard on the head and glue it along the dotted line shown in the picture.

Nose

Use light peach yarn.

• Row 1: 6sc in MR (6)
• Row 2 – Row 3: 6sc (6)

Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing. Sew the nose to the head.

Arm (Make 2)

Use red yarn.

• Row 1: 6sc in MR (6)
• Row 2 – Row 3: 6sc (6)

Change to blue yarn.

From here we start the striped sequence (blue and mint):

• Row in blue color: 4, 6, 8 – the rest of the rows will be made in mint color.
• Row 4 – Row 8: 6sc (6)

Cut the yarn and leave a long tail for sewing. Don’t stuff it. Flatten it and sew the open edges closed. Sew the arm to the body between row 13 and 14.

Hat

Use red yarn.

• Row 1: 4sc in MR (4)
• Row 2: 4sc (4)
• Row 3: (1sc, 1inc) *2 (6)
• Row 4: 6sc (6)

Change to white yarn.

• Row 5: 6sc (6)
• Change to red yarn.
• Row 6: 6sc (6)
• Row 7: (1sc, 1inc) *3 (9)
• Row 8: 9sc (9)
• Row 9: (2sc, 1inc) *3 (12)

Change to white yarn.

• Row 10: 12 sc (12)
• Row 11: (3sc, 1inc) *3 (15)
• Row 12: 15 sc (15)
• Row 13: (4sc, 1inc) *3 (18)
• Change to grey yarn.
• Row 14: 18 sc (18)
• Change to red yarn.
• Row 15: (2sc, 1inc) *6 (24)
• Row 16 – Row 17: 24 sc (24)
• Row 18: (3sc, 1inc) *6 (30)
• Row 19: (2sc in white yarn, 1sc in red yarn), repeat () to the end.

Use red yarn.

• Row 20: 30 sc (30)
• Row 21: (4sc, 1inc) *6 (36)
• Row 22: (5sc, 1inc) *6 (42)

Change to white yarn.

• Row 23: 42sc (42)

Cut the yarn. Sew the bell on the top of the hat. Sew the hat to the head. Add a string on the top of the hat for hanging.