Crochet January winter Gnome- free pattern

Free crochet winter gnome pattern! Who doesn’t love these small cute whimsical creatures? Continue reading for the free pattern to find out all the details about the yarn used and the design process, or buy the PDF pattern here.

This year we decided to host a free crochet gnome Crochet a Long ( CAL ), which will continue throughout the year.

What is a Crochet a Long ( CAL )- A Crochet a Long basically is a fun project in which different people from all over the world work on the same crochet project as you at the same time. You could get inspired together, share your makes, and get help and support if you need it. It is a fun way of learning with new crochet buddies and joining a very creative community full of labor of love.

However, if you stumble over this crochet project later, you can always join us and work at your own pace any time, as the pattern will remain free on the blog!

The idea of the gnome-along:

We were discussing the topic of making a Crochet a Long ( CAL) with my sister and were not sure what type to be. We wanted to have a fun and easy one that can be made by experienced crocheters and beginner ones as well. With these crochet gnomes, you will learn basic amigurumi techniques like; How to change color; How to crochet in continuous rounds; How to make the perfect finish; how to sew separate pieces together, and much more.

You can improve your skills or even master them simply by crocheting 1 gnome per month.

This year’s goal for us is to keep our projects and patterns as simple as possible. That’s why for all the gnomes, we will use simple stitches. If you can crochet single crochet and know how to make increases or decreases, you can crochet a gnome for sure.

If you ask us why gnomes?

The answer is simple! First, like most of you, we are members of some Facebook crochet groups, and almost every day follow and check them. Most of the Crochet a Long ( CAL ) we saw are blankets or wearables, which, for some people, can be hard to follow due to less time, less patience, or other reasons.

Second, they are just adorable and easy to make. It is not like making a small amigurumi with a small hook. It is a good way to try amigurumi for the first time. With or without any details, you still have a cute gnome at the end of your project.

Last but not least, with the CALs, you can find the confidence in yourself to try something new if you have never tried making amigurumi just by seeing all the other projects shared in the community made by other makers.

You are welcome to share your progress and final gnomes with the community and us. We will be thrilled to see your gnomes, and you are very welcome to share them on our FACEBOOK PAGE HERE or our FACEBOOK GROUP or on INSTAGRAM by using the hashtag #gnomeCAL2023 and #passionatecrafterr

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The design+ yarn:

The first gnome of this huge collection is the Winter crochet Gnome. It will represent the first month of the year- January. Although we had no snow this year, when I think about January, the first thing that pops into my mind is definitely snow. Therefore, the first crochet gnome is Snowflake. While designing the gnome, I had a hard time choosing the colors. But these blues and white couldn’t have been better.

My friend gifted it to me a while ago, Bernat Premium yarn by Yarnspirations.com. and I had around 20 colors in my stash. When I gave it a try, I was fascinated by the stitch definition it gives. It is soft, yet when you use a smaller hook, it is sturdy and keeps its shape. You will be able to cherish your crochet gnomes longer. Bernat Premium is the perfect everyday basic yarn that features a subtle 4-ply twist, making it perfect for the gnome project. If you are gonna use the same yarn as mine, you can check the colors HERE

If you are gonna use different weights and types of yarn, check the yarn suggestions we gave in the main post of the CAL.

The winter gnome pattern:

Materials:

• worsted weight yarn- Bernat Premium 100% Acrylic, 7.0 oz/198 g, 360 yds/ 329 m solid colors-
• Bernat Premium Baby Blue,50 gr, Baby Sky 50 gr, White 15gr, and a small amount of Beige for the nose
• crochet hook size 4mm/ US crochet hook size G
• poly fiber fill for stuffing
• a piece of cardboard around 15cm square/6-inch square for the base
• tapestry needle

Special notes:

1. The pattern is written in US crochet terms.
2. The pattern is worked in continuous rounds. Do not join your rounds.
3. The pattern is written with an amigurumi shortcode style. What does it mean? For example, if it says: Rnd 5: * SC 3, inc 1 * 7 times (35) you need to make – SC in the first 3 stitches, increase in the next stitch and repeat this sequence 7 times in total for the round.
4. If you use a different weight of yarn, keep in mind that your gnome will turn out bigger or smaller.
5. If you are crocheting loosely, use a smaller hook so your work will be tighter and the stuffing won’t be visible.
6. When stuffing the body- stuff it well, so it will stay in shape, but don’t overdo it.
7. I made the hat separate, but feel free to sew it onto the body. You can fill it with stuffing before sewing.
8. I used 2 snowflakes. One for the top and one for the side, but you can add more to the hat or stitch a few snowflakes with a tapestry needle and white color yarn.
9. We wrote a separate post with tips and tricks on how to do a few amigurumi techniques. In this post, you will find how to do an invisible decrease, how to change colors, and how to make a perfect finish.

Final measurements:

24cm / 9.5 inches in height with the hat’s tip bent.

The base of the winter gnome body is 10cm/ 4 inches

Abbreviation:

SC – single crochet

DC- double crochet

SS- slip stitch

MR- magic ring

inc- increase- make 2 single crochet in 1 stitch

dec- decrease- work 2 single crochet stitches together

** – repeat the stitches in the ** indicated times

the number in the () at the end indicates your final stitches for the round

BLO- back loop only

FO- fasten off

bobble stitch- make 4 dc stitches together in the same stitch

UPDATE:

If you found the winter gnome post now we would like to tell you that the February gnome is also live on the blog. Check Valentine’s free crochet gnome pattern here.

Crochet winter gnome pattern

To keep the post shorter, we made a separate post for the mini snowflake pattern – Snowflake pattern. I crochet 2 snowflakes with white color yarn. If you wish, you can add more in different colors.

Body:

-with the baby blue color

Rnd 1: Start with a MR, and make 7 SC into it. (7)

Rnd 2: * inc 1* 7 times (14)

Rnd 3: * SC 1, inc 1* 7 times (21)

Rnd 4: * SC 2, inc 1 * 7 times (28)

Rnd 5: * SC 3, inc 1 * 7 times (35)

Rnd 6: * SC 4, inc 1 * 7 times (42)

Rnd 7: * SC 5, inc 1 * 7 times (49)

Rnd 8: * SC 6, inc 1 * 7 times (56)

Before we continue, we need to measure our base and cut the cardboard. My base is 10cm/ 4 inches wide. Place your crochet piece in the center of the cardboard and use a pen to draw a circle. Draw the circle around the crochet piece and then cut it. While cutting the cardboard, cut it a bit smaller, so it will not stick out.

The next round is worked in BLO

Rnd 9: SC in each stitch around (56)

Rnd 10-20: SC in each stitch around (56)

Rnd 21: * dec 1, SC 26 * 2 times (54)

Insert the cardboard into the body.

Rnd 22: * dec 1, SC 16 * 3 times (51)

Rnd 23: SC in each stitch around (51)

Rnd 24: * dec 1, SC 15 * 3 times (48)

Rnd 25: SC in each stitch around (48)

Rnd 26: * dec 1, SC 6 * 6 times (42)

Rnd 27: * dec 1, SC 12 * 3 times (39)

Rnd 28: SC in each stitch around (39)

Rnd 29: * dec 1, SC 11 * 3 times (36)

Rnd 30: SC in each stitch around (36)

Start filling the body.

Rnd 31: *SC 4, dec 1 * 6 times (30)

Rnd 32: *SC 3, dec 1 * 6 times (24)

Rnd 33: *SC 2, dec 1 * 6 times (18)

Rnd 34: *SC 1, dec 1 * 6 times (12)

Rnd 35: *dec 1* 6 times (6)

FO. Close the gap with a tapestry needle. Insert your tapestry needle through each of your stitches and pull to close.

Nose:

-with beige color

Rnd 1: Start with a MR and make 6 SC into it (6)

Rnd 2: *inc 1 * 6 times (12)

Rnd 3: *SC 1, inc 1 * 6 times (18)

Rnd 4-5: SC in each stitch around (18)

Rnd 6: * SC 4, dec 1 * 3 times (15)

Hat

-with sky blue color

Rnd 1: Start with a MR and make 5 SC into it (5)

Rnd 2-8: SC in each stitch around (5)

Rnd 9: *inc 1* 2 times, SC 3 (7)

Rnd 10: *SC 1, inc 1* 3 times, SC 1 (10)

Rnd 11: *SC 4, inc 1* 2 times (12)

Rnd 12: SC in each stitch around (12)

Rnd 13: * SC 3, inc 1* 3 times (15)

Rnd 14: SC in each stitch around (15)

Rnd 15: * SC 4, inc 1* 3 times (18)

Rnd 16: SC in each stitch around (18)

Rnd 17: * SC 5, inc 1* 3 times (21)

Rnd 18: SC in each stitch around (21)

Rnd 19: * SC 6, inc 1* 3 times (24)

Rnd 20: SC in each stitch around (24)

Rnd 21: *SC 7, inc 1* 3 times (27)

Rnd 22: SC in each stitch around (27)

Rnd 23: *SC 8, inc 1* 3 times (30)

Rnd 24: SC in each stitch around (30)

Rnd 25: *SC 9, inc 1* 3 times (33)

Rnd 26: SC in each stitch around (33)

Rnd 27: *SC 10, inc 1* 3 times (36)

Rnd 28: SC in each stitch around (36)

Rnd 29: *SC 11, inc 1* 3 times (39)

Rnd 30: SC in each stitch around (39)

Rnd 31: *SC 12, inc 1* 3 times (42)

Rnd 32: *SC 6, inc 1* 6 times (48)

Rnd 33: *SC 7, inc 1* 6 times (54)

Rnd 34: *SC 8, inc 1* 6 times (60)

Rnd 35: *SC 9, inc 1* 6 times (66)

Rnd 36: DC in each stitch around (66)

Rnd 37: *DC 10, inc 1* 6 times (72)

Rnd 38: *DC 11, inc 1* 6 times (78)

FO. Finish with a perfect finish for a smooth ending.

Beard

-with white color

Rnd 1: Start with a MR and make 5 SC into it (5)

Rnd 2: *inc 1* 5 times (10)

Rnd 3: SC in each stitch around (10)

Rnd 4: *inc 1* 10 times (20)

Rnd 5: *inc 1, SC 9* 2 times (22)

Rnd 6: *SC 1, inc 1, SC 9* 2 times (24)

Rnd 7: *SC 2, inc 1, SC 9* 2 times (26)

Rnd 8-13: SC in each stitch around (26)

Rnd 14: *SC 2, dec 1, SC 9* 2 times (24)

Rnd 15: *SC 1, dec 1, SC 9* 2 times (22)

FO.

Hands:

-start with white

Rnd 1: Start with a MR and make 5 SC into it (5)

Rnd 2: *inc 1* 5 times (10)

Rnd 3: *inc 1, SC 4* 2 times (12)

Rnd 4: 1 bobble in the first stitch to form the thumb, SC 11 (12)

Rnd 5-6: SC in each stitch around (12)

-switch to baby sky blue color. The next round is worked in BLO.

Rnd 7: SC in each stitch around (12)

Rnd 8: *dec 1, SC 4* 2 times (10)

Rnd 9-17: SC in each stitch around (10)

FO.

How to attach all the pieces to the body. First, take a few safety pins and secure the pieces before sewing. It will help to sew them correctly.

1. We will sew all the pieces on round 24. Place the beard in the center. Secure with pins.
2. Take the hands and place them on both sides of the body. I left 5 stitches between the beard and hands. Make sure the bobble stitch(your thumb) is placed upward.
3. Place the nose onto the beard. Stuff it a bit with stuffing. I placed mine as half of my nose is on the beard, and the upper half is on the body.
4. After sewing the snowflakes onto the hat, put the gnom’s hat on. As I said, you can sew it to the body. If you are going to sew it, start stitching from the last sc round of the hat, leaving the double crochet brim. Fold it around the nose a bit for a better look.
5. Congrats, you have a new winter gnome now. Enjoy!

How to sew the pieces. While sewing, make sure that you go through the stitches on both sides of the piece you are sewing.

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You are welcome to share your projects made by our patterns with the community and us. We will be thrilled to see your creations, and you are very welcome to share them on our FACEBOOK PAGE HERE or our FACEBOOK GROUP or on INSTAGRAM by using the hashtag #gnomeCAL2023 and #passionatecrafterr