Free Gnome Crochet Pattern

Looking for a cute and easy gnome crochet pattern? You’re in the right place! This free crochet gnome tutorial will guide you step by step to create an adorable handmade gnome that’s perfect for seasonal decor, gifts, or your craft fair table. Whether you’re a beginner learning new stitches or an experienced crocheter looking for a quick and fun project, this pattern is designed to be simple and customizable.

Using basic crochet techniques and a few materials, you’ll have your own whimsical gnome ready in no time. Keep reading to get the full free crochet pattern, detailed instructions, and helpful tips to make your gnome truly one of a kind!

Skill level

Beginner

Materials

• Schachenmayr Catania (100% Cotton, 125m (137yds)/50g (1.76oz), Sport Weight) Yarn in the following colors
  • Orange
  • White
• Crochet hook: 2.00 mm
• Filling
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle

Abbreviations

• st(s) – stitch(es)
• mr – magic ring
• sc – single crochet
• inc – increase (2 sc in next st)
• dec – decrease (2 sc worked off together)
• (nr) – indicates the total number of stitches in the current row/round

Size of the finished item

The finished gnome is about 7 cm (2.75 inches) tall, if you use similar weight yarn. In case you use a thicker yarn, your gnome will be bigger, if you use thiner yarn, your gnome will be smaller.

Pattern Instructions

Head

Round 1:  6 sc in mr (6)
Round 2:  inc*6 (12)
Round 3:  (sc, inc)*6 (18)
Round 4:  (2 sc, inc)*6 (24)
Round 5:  (3 sc, inc)*6   (30)
Round 6 – Round 13: sc*30 (30)  
Round 14:  (3 sc, dec)*6 (24)
Round 15:  (2 sc, dec)*6   (18)

Start stuffing the head and keep on stuffing while crocheting.

Round 16: (sc, dec)*6 (12)
Round 17:  dec*6 (6)

Finish off.

Nose

Round 1:  6 sc in mr (6)
Round 2:  inc*6 (12)
Round 3: sc*12 (12)
Round 4:  dec*6 (6)

Finish off. Leave a long tail for sewing.

Hat

Round 1:  6 sc in mr (6)
Round 2:  (sc, inc)*3 (9)
Round 3:  sc*9 (9)
Round 4:  (2 sc, inc)*3 (12)
Round 5:  sc*12 (12)
Round 6:  (3 sc, inc)*3 (15)
Round 7:  sc*15 (15)
Round 8:  (4 sc, inc)*3 (18)
Round 9:  sc*18 (18)
Round 10:  (5 sc, inc)*3 (21)
Round 11:  sc*21 (21)
Round 12:  (6 sc, inc)*3 (24)
Round 13:  sc*24 (24)
Round 14:  (7 sc, inc)*3 (27)
Round 15:  sc*27 (27)
Round 16:  (8 sc, inc)*3 (30)
Round 17:  (4 sc, inc)*6 (36)
Round 18:  (5 sc, inc)*6 (42)
Round 19:  (6 sc, inc)*6 (48)
Round 20:  (7 sc, inc)*6 (54)
Round 21:  (8 sc, inc)*6 (60)

Finish off.

Sewing pieces together

Sew the nose to the head at row 11.

Sew the hat on top of the head.

Congratulations! Your gnome is now finished. We would love to see your finished gnome in our Facebook Group.

More Free Crochet Patterns and Tutorials

Here are a few more crochet patterns and tutorials you may be interested in.

Amigurumi Tips and Tricks: Mastering the Art of Crochet Plushies

More Free Fall and Halloween Crochet Patterns for Beginners

Doll in a Witch Costume Free Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

More Free Gnome Crochet Patterns

Free Coaster Crochet Patterns

Any questions? Join our Facebook Group!

We hope this article was useful for you. If you have any additional questions, feel free to join our Facebook Group. We created this group for you to share pictures, ask questions, and help each other out.

Create a project list on Pinterest

Follow us on Pinterest! Save your favorite patterns to your Pinterest boards so that you can come back to it later.