Crochet Gnome Doll

Make a crochet gnome doll and add a touch of whimsy to your home decor! These cute and quirky little creatures are not only adorable to look at, but they also make great gifts for any occasion. They’re easy to make with just a few basic crochet skills.

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What is a Crochet Gnome Doll?

A crochet gnome doll is a small, handmade stuffed toy that is made to look like a traditional Scandinavian gnome. These dolls typically have a round head, a pointed hat, and a fluffy beard. They are usually made with soft, colorful yarn and filled with stuffing to give them a soft and cuddly texture.

Crochet gnome dolls can vary in size. They can be made in a variety of colors and styles to suit your personal preference.

How to Make a Crochet Gnome Doll:

Making a crochet gnome doll is a fun and rewarding project, even for beginner crocheters. Here’s what you’ll need to get started:

• Yarn in the colors of your choice (for the body, hat, and beard)
• A crochet hook
• Scissors
• A tapestry needle
• Polyester stuffing

I’ve written the full crochet gnome doll pattern for you and made it a free pattern here on the blog. Follow the instructions below to crochet this cuddly creature.

CROCHET GNOME DOLL

Designed by Michele Wilcox for MarlyBird.com

SKILL LEVEL

Advanced Beginner

MEASUREMENTS

Finished Measurements

Gnome is 4” [10 cm] wide by 9” [23 cm] tall. 

Gauge 

17 sc by 18 rows = 4” [10 cm] x 4”[10 cm]; use any size hook to obtain the gauge. 

MATERIALS

Yarn 

Red Heart Super Saver (100% acrylic, 364 yds / 333 m, 7 oz/ 198 g, CYCA# 4 worsted) 

Color A: #0236 Warm Brown, 0.5 oz

Color B: #0886 Blue, 0.5 oz

Color C: #0324 Bright Yellow, small amount

Color D: #0334 Buff, 0.5 oz

Color E: #0319 Cherry Red, 0.5 oz

Color F: #0316 Soft White, small amount

Color G: #0365 Coffee, small amount

Hook

Size F/5 (3.75 mm)

Notions 

Stitch markers, Poly Fiberfill, tapestry needle, red crayon for cheeks

ABBREVIATIONS

Ch – Chain(s) 

Dc – Double Crochet 

Hdc – Half Double Crochet

RS – Right Side 

Sc – Single Crochet

Sc2tog – Single Crochet Two Together 

Sl st – Slip Stitch 

Sp(s) – Space(s) 

St(s) – Stitch(es)

Stacked Dc – Stacked Double Crochet 

Tch – Turning Chain

WS – Wrong Side

Yo – yarn over

SPECIAL STITCHES 

Single Crochet 2 Together (sc2tog): *Insert hook into indicated stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop; repeat from * in next stitch indicated, yarn over and draw through all 3 loops on hook. (1 decrease)

NOTES

• Gnome is worked in pieces and seamed together. Details are added last. 

CROCHET GNOME DOLL PATTERN

GNOME PANELS

Make 2

With A, ch 9. 

Row 1: (WS) Sc in 2^nd ch from hook, *2 sc in next ch, sc in next ch; repeat from * across to last sc, 2 sc in last ch, turn –12 sc.

Rows 2-3: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, turn.

Row 4: Ch 1, *sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc; repeat from * across, turn–16 sc.  

Rows 5-12: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, change color to B, fasten off A, turn.

Rows 13-15: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, change color to C, fasten off B, turn.

Rows 16-17: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, change color to B, turn.

Rows 18-21: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, turn.

Row 22: Ch 1, *sc in next sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc; repeat from * across to last sc, 2 sc in last sc, change to D, fasten off B, turn– 12 sc. 

Row 23: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, turn.

Row 24: Ch 1, *sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc; repeat from * across, turn– 18 sc. 

Rows 25-29: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, change color to E, fasten off D, turn.

Row 30: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, turn.

Row 31: Ch 1, sc in next sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, sc in each sc to last 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, sc in last sc, turn– 16 sc. 

Rows 32-38: Repeat Row 31– 4 sc. 

Row 39: Ch 1, sc2tog over next 2 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc, fasten off– 2 sc. 

Holding the RS together, whipstitch the two sides together (make sure to match the color), stuff the body and head, finish seaming. 

GNOME DETAILS

Nose

Make 1 

With D, ch 2. 

Round 1: 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, do not turn–6sc.

Round 2: 2 sc in each sc around, do not turn– 12 sc. 

Rounds 3-4: Sc in each sc around, fasten off with long tail. 

Stuff nose lightly. Gather stitches of Rnd 4. Sew in place on gnome’s face.

Buckle

Make 1 

With G, ch 6, sl st to first ch to form ring. 

Round 1: Ch 1, 10 sc in ring, sl st to first sc, fasten off leaving long tail. 

Sew buckle in place. 

Beard

Wrap color F around a 4” wide cardboard 30 times. Cut to have (30) 8” pieces. Fold 2 strands in half, thread loop end through any stitch on Row 25 of Gnome. Tuck ends through loop and pull tight.  Repeat for each stitch on Row 25. Trim to desired length. Brush to fluff beard. 

Color cheeks with red crayon. Embroider satin stitch eyes with color G.

Ear

Make 2 

With D, ch 4. 

Row 1: 12 dc in 4th ch from hook, fasten off with long tail for seaming.

Sew ears to gnome. 

Arm

Make 2 

With D, ch 2 

Row 1: 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, turn.

Row 2: Ch 1, *sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc; repeat from * across, turn– 8 sc. 

Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, change to B, fasten off D, turn. 

Rows 4-10: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, turn.

Row 11: Ch 1, *sc2tog over next 2 sc; repeat from * across, fasten off, leave long tail for seaming. 

Fold arm in half lengthwise, stuff arm, sew arm in place. 

Crochet gnome dolls are a fun and easy project for crafters of all levels. Not only do they make for cute and quirky home decor, but they also make great gifts for any occasion. So why not try it and make your own adorable crochet gnome doll today?