We recently heard some shocking news: the classic garden gnome is dying out. Sales of the cheeky chappies have been in decline since 2006 and are now only half of what they once were. The poor fellas are even banned from appearing in Chelsea Flower Show gardens, and in a recent poll, only 6% of Brits admitted to having one in their garden. It’s about time they made a resurgence, starting with these fun woolly varieties: bring back the good old garden gnome, we say!
Chubby chaps
Make yourself an adorably chubby gnome, with either a beard or braids. They’re the perfect size for going with you on your travels.
Fun freebie
The pattern for this cutie is free and great for amigurumi newbies.
Charm bracelet
We didn’t realise we needed a charm bracelet featuring a tiny gnome in our life, until now!
Fluffy fellas
He can barely see past his beard - but that’s why we love him!
Folky socks
Everyone needs a pair of socks with gnomes on them, don’t they?
Lil' gnome
This pattern is good for beginners - give it a whirl tonight!
Teatime treasure
This is a multi-purpose gnome: he can be a tea cosy or a toy.
Purse pal
We’re not sure why this guy is in a book called Beastly Crochet. He’s far too cute for that!
Cuddly blanket
This little gnome, sitting on his mushroom, has lots of features for a baby or child to play with.
Norman the doorman
Norman the Doorman is a super-sized gnome for your home, knitted in the round from the bottom up.
Dinky dude
He’s just so small and cute!
Hat's off
If you can knit and purl, you can create this adorable hat for your little munchkin.
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