25 Adorable Christmas Crochet Gnome Patterns to Spread Holiday Cheer

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Inside: Get inspired by our collection of charming Christmas crochet gnome patterns! Create delightful decorations and gifts. Perfect for the holiday season.

What are Christmas Gnomes?

Christmas gnomes are charming and festive figures that are often associated with holiday decorations.

These adorable creatures, also known as tomtes or nisse, originated from Scandinavian folklore and are believed to bring good luck and protect homes during the Christmas season.

With their whimsical hats, long beards, and cozy attire, Christmas gnomes have become popular symbols of holiday cheer and are often featured in various crafts and decorations. Today we’re inspiring you to spread joy and embrace the holiday spirit with these delightful crochet gnome patterns!

We LOVE Christmas Crochet Gnomes because…

  • They add a whimsical and festive touch to our holiday decor.
  • Creating them is a joyful and relaxing activity that brings us holiday cheer.
  • They make adorable and personalized gifts for loved ones.
  • Christmas crochet gnomes bring a sense of tradition and nostalgia to our celebrations.
  • Seeing them around our home fills us with Christmas spirit and happiness.

Get ready to add some festive charm to your holiday decorations with these delightful Christmas crochet gnome patterns. Whether you’re an experienced crocheter or just starting out, you’ll find a variety of cute and cuddly gnomes to bring some holiday magic to your home.

These charming creations can be used as delightful decorations or handmade gifts, making them a must-have for the festive season.

Go on… spread the joy and create your own merry little gnomes with these easy-to-follow patterns.

Our Favorite Christmas Crochet Gnome Patterns

I often get complaints over on my Pinterest board because I share patterns from Etsy, and that makes me sad because there are some super talented designers sharing their wonderful patterns, and why wouldn’t we want to support these female business owners?

This section of Christmas crochet gnome patterns can all be found on Etsy, if you’re looking for free crochet patterns don’t worry because I’ve got you covered too, you just need to scroll down a bit more to find them.

Festive Red Gnome / Shop Etsy
Mr & Mrs Claus and a Christmas Tree Pattern Bundle / Shop Etsy
Christmas Cat Gnomes / Shop Etsy
Christmas Gnome Elves / Shop Etsy
Candy Cane Christmas Gnome with Hot Cocoa / Shop Etsy
Scandinavian Christmas Gnome Pattern / Shop Etsy
Christmas Gnome with Pretty Flower Hat / Shop Etsy
Crochet Gnome Candy Bowl / Shop Etsy
Crochet Gnome Garland / Shop Etsy

Don’t miss our collection of Christmas Garland crochet patterns

Amigurumi Christmas Candle Gnome / Shop Etsy
Christmas Gnome with Cocoa Mug / Shop Etsy
Scandinavian Santa Gnome / Shop Etsy
Christmas Tree Gnome / Shop Etsy

Check out our collection of Christmas Tree crochet patterns

Festive Gnome Bundle including Snowman and Gingerbread / Shop Etsy
Crochet Gnome Ornaments / Shop Etsy

Check out our trending collection of crochet Christmas ornament patterns

Free Crochet Patterns for Christmas Gnomes

And for even more inspiration here are some free patterns for crochet Christmas gnomes to craft this December!

Wine Bottle Topper Gnomes / Nana’s Crafty Home
Cute Christmas Gnomes / Han Jan Crochet
Amigurumi Gonk / Stringy Ding Ding
Christmas Santa, Rudolph and Elf Gnomes / Ravelry
Crochet Heart Gnome Christmas Ornament / Golden Lucy Crafts
Crochet Wall Hanging / Cashmere Dandelions
Scandi Santa Gnome / Ravelry
Christmas Gnome Towel Topper / Nana’s Crafty Home
Little Crochet Gnomes / Jen Hayes Creations
Crochet Gnome Christmas Ornament / Winding Road Crochet

What supplies do you need to crochet a Christmas gnome?

Be sure to check the pattern to see which supplies you need, and whether the pattern creator suggests a certain type of yarn, but here is an idea of the supplies you will need:

  • Yarn (in various colors)
  • Crochet hooks (in various sizes)
  • Fiberfill or stuffing
  • Yarn needle
  • Scissors
  • Safety eyes (optional)
  • Pom-poms or faux fur for gnome’s beard (optional)
  • Bells or other embellishments (optional)
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