Detailed Amigurumi Gnome Pattern Instructions
Head
With beige yarn:
R 1: 6 sc in mc = 6
R 2: (inc)* 6 = 12
R 3: (inc, 1 sc)*6 = 18
R 4: (inc, 2 sc)*6 = 24
R 5: (inc, 3 sc)*6 = 30
R 6: (inc, 4 sc)*6 = 36
R 7: (inc, 5 sc)*6 = 42
R 8: (inc, 6 sc)*6 = 48
R 9: (inc, 7 sc)*6 = 54
R 10: 54 sc
R 11: (inc, 8 sc)*6 = 60
R 12-18: 60 sc (7 rows)
R 19: (dec, 8 sc)*6 = 54
R 20: (dec, 7 sc)*6 = 48
R 21: (dec, 6 sc)*6 = 42
R 22: (dec, 5 sc)*6 = 36
R 23: (dec, 4 sc)*6 = 30
R 24: (dec, 3 sc)*6 = 24
R 25: (dec, 2 sc)*6 = 18
R 26: (dec, 1 sc)*6 = 12
R 27: (dec)*6 = 6 F.o.
Body
With green yarn:
R 1: 6 sc in mc = 6
R 2: (inc)*6 = 12
R 3: (inc, 1 sc)*6 = 18
R 4: (inc, 2 sc)*6 = 24
R 5: (inc, 3 sc)*6 = 30
R 6: (inc, 4 sc)*6 = 36
R 7: (inc, 5 sc)*6 = 42
R 8: (inc, 6 sc)*6 = 48
R 9: BLO 48 sc
R 10-11: 48 sc (2 rows)
R 12: with white yarn: 48 sc
R 13: (dec, 22 sc)*2 = 46
R 14: (dec, 21 sc)*2 = 44
R 15: with white yarn: (dec, 20 sc)*2 = 42
R 16: (dec, 19 sc)*2 = 40
R 17: (dec, 18 sc)*2 = 38
R 18: with white yarn: (dec, 17 sc)*2 = 36
R 19: (dec, 4 sc)*6 = 30
R 20: 30 sc
R 21: with white yarn: (dec, 3 sc)*6 = 24
R 22: 24 sc R 23: (dec, 2 sc)*6 = 18
R 24: 18 sc F.o. and leave a long tail for sewing.
Legs (make 2)
With brown yarn:
R 1: 6 sc in mc = 6
R 2: (1 sc, inc)*3 = 9
R 3: (2 sc, inc)*3 = 12
R 4: 12 sc R 5: (3 sc, inc)*3 = 15
R 6-7: 15 sc (2 rows)
R 8: (3 sc, dec)*3 = 12
R 9: 12 sc
R 10: (2 sc, dec)*3 = 9 Fold top of leg flat and 4 sc through both sides across. F.o. and leave a long tail for sewing.
Arms (make 2)
With beige yarn:
R 1: 6 sc in mc = 6
R 2: (1 sc, inc)*3 = 9
R 3: (2 sc, inc)*3 = 12
R 4-5: 12 sc (2 rows) Change to green yarn:
R 6: dec, 10 sc = 11
R 7: dec, 9 sc = 10
R 8: dec, 8 sc = 9
R 9-13: 9 sc (5 rows)
R 14: (dec, 1 sc)*3 = 6 F.o. and leave a long tail for sewing.
Nose
With pink yarn: Make 4 ch.
R 1: From the 2nd ch from hook: 3 sc in one st, 1 sc, 3 sc in one st, 1 sc = 8
R 2: (3 inc, 1 sc)*2 = 14
R 3: (1 sc, inc)*3, 1 sc, (1 sc, inc)*3, 1 sc = 20
R 4: 20 sc R 5: (1 sc, dec)*3, 1 sc, (1 sc, dec)*3, 1 sc = 14 F.o. and leave a long tail for sewing.
Ears (make 2)
With beige yarn: R 1: 6 sc in mc = 6 R 2: (inc)*6 = 12 R 3: 12 sc F.o. and leave a long tail for sewing.
Hat
With red yarn:
R 1: 6 sc in mc = 6
R 2: (inc, 1 sc)*3 = 9
R 3: (inc, 2 sc)*3 = 12
R 4: (inc, 3 sc)*3 = 15
R 5: (inc, 4 sc)*3 = 18
R 6: (inc, 5 sc)*3 = 21
R 7: (inc, 6 sc)*3 = 24
R 8: (inc, 7 sc)*3 = 27
R 9: (inc, 8 sc)*3 = 30
R 10: (inc, 9 sc)*3 = 33
R 11: inc, 32 sc = 34
R 12: inc, 33 sc = 35
R 13: inc, 34 sc = 36
R 14: inc, 35 sc = 37
R 15: inc, 36 sc = 38
R 16: inc, 37 sc = 39
R 17: inc, 38 sc = 40
R 18: inc, 39 sc = 41
R 19: inc, 40 sc = 42
R 20: (6 sc, inc)*6 = 48
R 21: (7 sc, inc)*6 = 54
R 22: (8 sc, inc)*6 = 60
R 23: (1 sc, inc)*30 = 90
R 24-26: 90 sc (3 rows)
R 27: (8 sc, inc)*10 = 100
R 28-29: 100 sc (2 rows)
R 30: with grey yarn: crochet sc. Insert hook in R 29, then in R 28.
Expert Amigurumi Techniques for Your Gnome Pattern
Mastering the Double Crochet 2 Technique
While this pattern primarily uses single crochet, understanding the double crochet 2 technique can enhance your amigurumi skills for future projects. This versatile stitch creates a firmer fabric that's perfect for maintaining the structural integrity of your amigurumi designs.
Creating the Perfect Amigurumi Heart Pattern Detail
Consider adding a small crochet heart to your gnome's outfit for an extra touch of charm. A simple amigurumi heart pattern can be created using basic increases and decreases, following the same principles used in this gnome pattern.
Assembling Your Amigurumi Gnome
- Stuff the head firmly with fiberfill, ensuring it maintains its round shape.
- Attach the nose to the center front of the face, approximately between rows 15-18.
- Embroider the eyes above the nose using black embroidery floss.
- Add a smile using grey embroidery floss.
- Embroider small pink circles for rosy cheeks.
- Attach the ears to either side of the head.
- Stuff the body firmly and sew it to the bottom of the head.
- Attach the arms to the sides of the body around rows 5-7.
- Sew the legs to the bottom of the body.
- Place the hat on top of the head, securing with a few stitches if needed.
Where to Donate Your Crocheted Amigurumi Creations
If you enjoy making this amigurumi gnome pattern and want to spread joy through your crochet work, consider donating your finished projects. Many organizations welcome handmade toys and comfort items:
- Local children's hospitals often accept handmade toys for young patients
- Women's and family shelters appreciate donations of soft toys
- Community holiday gift programs welcome handcrafted items
- Senior centers may distribute comfort items to residents
Before donating, check with organizations about their specific requirements, especially regarding materials and cleanliness.
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