Christmas gnomes are everywhere during the holidays, and they are even cuter when you make them yourself. With their tall hats, big noses and fluffy beards, they hide their eyes and keep their secrets. That also means no safety eyes and no face embroidery, which makes them easier than most amigurumi.
Here are 12 free crochet Christmas gnome patterns, each from a different designer. You will find classic Scandinavian tomte, a Santa gnome, a reindeer gnome, a gnome with hot cocoa and a few small ornaments you can make in an evening. Yarn, hook and skill level are listed for each one.
Crochet Christmas Gnome Free Patterns
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What You’ll Need
- Worsted weight yarn in red, green, gray and cream
- Faux fur or fluffy yarn for beards
- Crochet hooks, 2 mm to 5.5 mm
- Wooden beads for noses
- Polyester fiberfill and poly pellets
- Small pom-poms and jingle bells
- Tapestry needle
1. Jorik the Jul Tomten
Photo: Green Fox Farms Designs (Lisa Fox)
Jorik is a classic Scandinavian tomte, about 8 inches tall with his hat. He is made in cotton yarn with a separate body, hat, nose and beard. Working the body in the back loops helps him stand up straight. It is a great first gnome.
- Designer: Green Fox Farms Designs (Lisa Fox)
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Worsted cotton (#4)
- Hook: 3.5 mm (E) or 3.75 mm (F)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
2. Chief Clover
Photo: Craft Passion (Joanne Loh)
Chief Clover is a 10-inch gnome with a red hat, a snowflake applique and a jingle bell. His head and nose are yarn-wrapped foam balls, which is a fun shortcut. The body uses only basic stitches, so it is beginner friendly.
- Designer: Craft Passion (Joanne Loh)
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Light worsted (#3), plus white fleece yarn
- Hook: 3 mm
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
3. Natty Toys Christmas Gnome
Photo: Natty Toys (guest post on Red Ted Art)
This 9-inch gnome has a purple body, a gray beard and a gray hat with a white fluffy trim, a pom-pom and an embroidered snowflake. Small stitches with a 2 mm hook give it a neat, tight finish.
- Designer: Natty Toys (guest post on Red Ted Art)
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: see pattern (YarnArt Jeans shown)
- Hook: 2 mm
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
4. Girl Gnome with Apron
Photo: StringyDingDing
This 11-inch gnome has a striped hat that looks knit, a fuzzy beard, yarn braids with a bow and a light blue apron with a snowflake. Split stitches make the knit look. Note that this page has the girl gnome; the boy is described separately.
- Designer: StringyDingDing
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 4 mm (G)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
5. MissNeriss Scandinavian Gnomes
Photo: MissNeriss
This pattern gives you three small gnome ornaments: a regular gnome, a taller one and a lady gnome. They are filled with rice so they sit well. The beards are looped yarn strands. The free pattern is in UK terms.
- Designer: MissNeriss
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: see pattern (Scheepjes Catona shown)
- Hook: 3 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
6. Reindeer Gnome Ornament
Photo: GoldenLucyCrafts
This brown gnome has little antlers and a red pom-pom nose, so he looks like a reindeer. He is about 5 inches tall plus a hanging loop. The antlers are made with chains and slip stitches. It makes a sweet tree ornament.
- Designer: GoldenLucyCrafts
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 4.5 mm (7)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
7. Crochet Santa Gnome
Photo: Jen Hayes Creations
This Santa gnome has arms, boots, a pom-pom hat and fuzzy trim on the cuffs. The beard is made of loops. He is about 7 inches tall with a bent hat. There are lots of small parts, so this is a good pick once you have made a few gnomes.
- Designer: Jen Hayes Creations
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Yarn: Worsted (#4), plus bulky fuzzy yarn for trim
- Hook: 3.5 mm (E)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
8. Quick Gnome Candy Ornaments
Photo: Moogly (Tamara Kelly)
These mini gnomes are tiny treat holders, about 1.5 inches tall. You put a candy inside and top it with the hat-and-beard piece. They are great for an Advent calendar or as small gifts tied to a present.
- Designer: Moogly (Tamara Kelly)
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Worsted cotton (#4)
- Hook: 4 mm (G)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
9. Gnome Christmas Tree Ornament
Photo: The Loopy Lamb (Ashley Parker)
A red or green hat, a fluffy beard and a wooden bead nose. That is all this 4.5-inch gnome needs. Make the beard in faux fur yarn or use a store-bought fur pom-pom. It is mostly single crochet, so it is quick.
- Designer: The Loopy Lamb (Ashley Parker)
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: Worsted (#4) and super bulky faux fur (#6)
- Hook: 3.5 mm (E) and 5.5 mm (I)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
10. Hot Cocoa Gnome
Photo: Crafty Kitty Crochet (Melissa)
This gnome sits in a mug of hot cocoa with marshmallows and a candy cane. He is about 11 inches from the mug to his beard tip. The beard is made by wrapping yarn around a flat piece. It is a cozy gift for a cocoa lover.
- Designer: Crafty Kitty Crochet (Melissa)
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 3.25 mm (D)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
11. Flat Gnome Ornament
Photo: Knitted Story Bears (Vira Velmozhna)
This gnome is flat, not stuffed, so it hangs nicely on a tree. It is worked in rows and edged with reverse single crochet. It has a red hat, yellow nose and cream beard, and it is about 5 inches tall.
- Designer: Knitted Story Bears (Vira Velmozhna)
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Sport weight
- Hook: 2 mm
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
12. Woodland Nordic Gnome Family
Photo: Live Chill Life (Stephanie)
Meet Jorgen, Helga and Sven, a gnome family about 7 inches tall each. They have wood bead noses, gold floss accents and beards or braids. The bodies are firm, so they stand well. The hat rounds are shown in graphics on the page, and there is a video too.
- Designer: Live Chill Life (Stephanie)
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 4 mm (G)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
Which One Should You Make?
- First gnome? Start with #9 (Tree Ornament) or #1 (Jorik). Both use simple stitches.
- Want mini gnomes? Make #8, tiny treat holders that are perfect for an Advent calendar.
- Decorating the tree? Try #6 (Reindeer Gnome) or #11, the flat ornament that hangs well.
- Want a gift? #10, the Hot Cocoa Gnome, is a fun present for a friend.
- Want a family set? #12 gives you three gnomes, and #5 gives you three small ones.
FAQ
How do you make a crochet gnome beard?
There are three common ways. You can crochet it in faux fur yarn, attach loops of yarn strand by strand, or wrap yarn around a flat piece and tie it. A fur pom-pom also works. Brush acrylic yarn with a pet brush for a fluffy look.
What can I use for a gnome nose?
A wooden bead is the quickest choice and looks great. You can also crochet a small ball and stuff it, or use a pom-pom. Some patterns use yarn-wrapped foam balls. For gifts to small kids, sew the nose on very securely or crochet it.
How do I make my gnome stand up?
Work the bottom rounds in the back loops to make a flat base. Stuff firmly, and add a small bag of poly pellets or rice at the bottom for weight. A circle of cardboard inside the base also helps a gnome sit straight.
Pick your favorite gnome and make a few to tuck into your tree or holiday gifts this year.
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