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Free Crochet Halloween Gnome Pattern: A Spooky & Adorable DIY Project

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Get ready to add some spooky charm to your Halloween decor with a delightful crochet Halloween gnome pattern! These adorable little gnomes are easy to make and perfect for adding a touch of whimsical fun to your home. This free pattern is perfect for beginners and experienced crocheters alike.

This free crochet pattern is a fun and easy project that will let you unleash your creativity and create a unique, handmade decoration for your home. Let’s dive into the details of this charming pattern and learn how to craft your own spooky Halloween gnome.

What You’ll Need:

  • Yarn: Red Heart Soft (or any worsted weight yarn) in black, orange, white, and brown
  • Crochet Hook: Size H/8 (5.0mm) or size needed to obtain gauge
  • Scissors: For trimming and finishing
  • Tapestry Needle: For weaving in ends
  • Safety Eyes: 12mm (or desired size)
  • Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill
  • Optional: Beads for embellishment, felt for a hat, or other decorative elements

Gauge:

  • 14 stitches and 10 rows = 4 inches in single crochet

Abbreviations:

  • ch: Chain
  • sc: Single crochet
  • inc: Increase (2 sc in 1 st)
  • dec: Decrease (sc2tog)
  • sl st: Slip stitch
  • st(s): Stitch(es)
  • rnd: Round

Instructions:

Body:

  1. Rnd 1: With black yarn, ch 6, sl st in first ch to form a ring.
  2. Rnd 2: ch 1 (counts as 1 sc), 6 sc in ring. (6 sc)
  3. Rnd 3: ch 1, 2 sc in each st around. (12 sc)
  4. Rnd 4-10: ch 1, sc in each st around. (12 sc)
  5. Rnd 11: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 10 sts, 2 sc in last st. (14 sc)
  6. Rnd 12-16: ch 1, sc in each st around. (14 sc)
  7. Rnd 17: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 12 sts, 2 sc in last st. (16 sc)
  8. Rnd 18-22: ch 1, sc in each st around. (16 sc)
  9. Rnd 23: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 14 sts, 2 sc in last st. (18 sc)
  10. Rnd 24-28: ch 1, sc in each st around. (18 sc)
  11. Rnd 29: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 16 sts, 2 sc in last st. (20 sc)
  12. Rnd 30-34: ch 1, sc in each st around. (20 sc)
  13. Rnd 35: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 18 sts, 2 sc in last st. (22 sc)
  14. Rnd 36-40: ch 1, sc in each st around. (22 sc)
  15. Rnd 41: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 20 sts, 2 sc in last st. (24 sc)
  16. Rnd 42-46: ch 1, sc in each st around. (24 sc)
  17. Rnd 47: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 22 sts, 2 sc in last st. (26 sc)
  18. Rnd 48-52: ch 1, sc in each st around. (26 sc)
  19. Rnd 53: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 24 sts, 2 sc in last st. (28 sc)
  20. Rnd 54-58: ch 1, sc in each st around. (28 sc)
  21. Rnd 59: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 26 sts, 2 sc in last st. (30 sc)
  22. Rnd 60-64: ch 1, sc in each st around. (30 sc)
  23. Rnd 65: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 28 sts, 2 sc in last st. (32 sc)
  24. Rnd 66-70: ch 1, sc in each st around. (32 sc)
  25. Rnd 71: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 30 sts, 2 sc in last st. (34 sc)
  26. Rnd 72-76: ch 1, sc in each st around. (34 sc)
  27. Rnd 77: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 32 sts, 2 sc in last st. (36 sc)
  28. Rnd 78-82: ch 1, sc in each st around. (36 sc)
  29. Rnd 83: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 34 sts, 2 sc in last st. (38 sc)
  30. Rnd 84-88: ch 1, sc in each st around. (38 sc)
  31. Rnd 89: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 36 sts, 2 sc in last st. (40 sc)
  32. Rnd 90-94: ch 1, sc in each st around. (40 sc)
  33. Rnd 95: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 38 sts, 2 sc in last st. (42 sc)
  34. Rnd 96-100: ch 1, sc in each st around. (42 sc)
  35. Rnd 101: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 40 sts, 2 sc in last st. (44 sc)
  36. Rnd 102-106: ch 1, sc in each st around. (44 sc)
  37. Rnd 107: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 42 sts, 2 sc in last st. (46 sc)
  38. Rnd 108-112: ch 1, sc in each st around. (46 sc)
  39. Rnd 113: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 44 sts, 2 sc in last st. (48 sc)
  40. Rnd 114-118: ch 1, sc in each st around. (48 sc)
  41. Rnd 119: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 46 sts, 2 sc in last st. (50 sc)
  42. Rnd 120-124: ch 1, sc in each st around. (50 sc)
  43. Rnd 125: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 48 sts, 2 sc in last st. (52 sc)
  44. Rnd 126-130: ch 1, sc in each st around. (52 sc)
  45. Rnd 131: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 50 sts, 2 sc in last st. (54 sc)
  46. Rnd 132-136: ch 1, sc in each st around. (54 sc)
  47. Rnd 137: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 52 sts, 2 sc in last st. (56 sc)
  48. Rnd 138-142: ch 1, sc in each st around. (56 sc)
  49. Rnd 143: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 54 sts, 2 sc in last st. (58 sc)
  50. Rnd 144-148: ch 1, sc in each st around. (58 sc)
  51. Rnd 149: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 56 sts, 2 sc in last st. (60 sc)
  52. Rnd 150-154: ch 1, sc in each st around. (60 sc)
  53. Rnd 155: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 58 sts, 2 sc in last st. (62 sc)
  54. Rnd 156-160: ch 1, sc in each st around. (62 sc)
  55. Rnd 161: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 60 sts, 2 sc in last st. (64 sc)
  56. Rnd 162-166: ch 1, sc in each st around. (64 sc)
  57. Rnd 167: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 62 sts, 2 sc in last st. (66 sc)
  58. Rnd 168-172: ch 1, sc in each st around. (66 sc)
  59. Rnd 173: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 64 sts, 2 sc in last st. (68 sc)
  60. Rnd 174-178: ch 1, sc in each st around. (68 sc)
  61. Rnd 179: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 66 sts, 2 sc in last st. (70 sc)
  62. Rnd 180-184: ch 1, sc in each st around. (70 sc)

Stuff the body firmly as you go, leaving the top open for the hat.

Hat:

  1. Rnd 1: With brown yarn, ch 5, sl st in first ch to form a ring.
  2. Rnd 2: ch 1 (counts as 1 sc), 6 sc in ring. (6 sc)
  3. Rnd 3: ch 1, 2 sc in each st around. (12 sc)
  4. Rnd 4: ch 1, sc in next st, 2 sc in next st repeat around. (18 sc)
  5. Rnd 5-7: ch 1, sc in each st around. (18 sc)
  6. Rnd 8: ch 1, sc in next st, dec repeat around. (12 sc)
  7. Rnd 9-10: ch 1, sc in each st around. (12 sc)
  8. Rnd 11: ch 1, dec, sc in next st repeat around. (6 sc)
  9. Rnd 12: ch 1, sc in each st around. (6 sc)

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing the hat to the body.

Beard:

  1. Rnd 1: With white yarn, ch 10.
  2. Rnd 2: ch 1, turn, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (9 sc)
  3. Rnd 3-10: ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. (9 sc)

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing to the gnome. Repeat steps 1-3 to create a second beard.

Nose:

  1. Rnd 1: With orange yarn, ch 5, sl st in first ch to form a ring.
  2. Rnd 2: ch 1 (counts as 1 sc), 6 sc in ring. (6 sc)
  3. Rnd 3: ch 1, 2 sc in each st around. (12 sc)
  4. Rnd 4-6: ch 1, sc in each st around. (12 sc)

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing to the gnome.

Assembly:

  1. Attach the Hat: Sew the hat to the top of the body using the long tail.
  2. Attach the Beard: Sew the beards to the bottom of the body, one on each side, using the long tails.
  3. Attach the Nose: Sew the nose to the center of the gnome’s face, slightly below the hat.
  4. Attach the Eyes: Sew the safety eyes to the gnome’s face, above the nose.

Finishing Touches:

  1. Embellishment: Add beads for additional detail.
  2. Weave in ends: Securely weave in any loose ends with your tapestry needle.

Adding a Personal Touch:

Let your creativity shine! Add some personal touches to your gnome.

  • Hat: Make a different hat using felt, fabric scraps, or yarn in various colors.
  • Accessories: Add a miniature pumpkin, a tiny broom, or a tiny cauldron to complete the Halloween theme.

Expert Tips:

“The key to a successful crochet project is choosing the right yarn and hook size. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different colors and textures to create unique and personalized gnomes!” – Sarah, Experienced Crochet Enthusiast

“When stuffing the body, be careful not to over-stuff it. A gentle touch will help to create a softer and more charming gnome.” – John, Creative DIY Blogger

FAQ:

  • Q: Can I use a different yarn for this pattern?
    A: Yes, you can use any worsted weight yarn for this pattern. However, the gauge may vary, so adjust your hook size accordingly.

  • Q: What are some other Halloween gnome ideas?
    A: You can create a variety of Halloween gnomes using different colors, accessories, and patterns. Consider making a black cat gnome, a spider gnome, or a witch gnome.

  • Q: How can I make my gnome even more spooky?
    A: Add a small black felt bat to the hat or a miniature spider to the beard.

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We hope you enjoy creating your own spooky and adorable Halloween gnomes! Happy crocheting!