Introduction
Bring a touch of Nordic charm to your crochet collection with these delightful Amigurumi Nordic Green Gnomes! This free pattern guides you through creating a charming couple that adds warmth to any winter decor.
Project Details
This project includes rounded weighted bodies, tall tapered hats, and winter-themed embellishments. Ideal for intermediate crocheters looking for a festive project!
Materials
- Worsted / Aran weight yarn
- Forest Green – bodies and hats
- Cream / White – beard, braids, hearts, snowflakes
- Beige – noses and hands
- Polyester fiberfill
- Yarn needle
- Stitch markers
- Scissors
Abbreviations
- MR – magic ring
- sc – single crochet
- inc – increase
- dec – decrease
- sl st – slip stitch
- ch – chain
- FO – fasten off
Pattern
Body (Make 2 – Forest Green)
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
R7: (5 sc, inc) ×6 (42)
R8–19: sc around (42)
Add weight if using. Stuff firmly to create a rounded, stable base.
R20: (5 sc, dec) ×6 (36)
R21: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
R22: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R23: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
R24: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R25: dec ×6 (6)
FO, close tightly, weave in ends.
Nose (Make 2 – Beige)
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3–4: sc around (12)
Stuff lightly so the nose remains soft and rounded. FO, leave a long tail for sewing.
Arms / Hands (Make 4 – Beige)
These are hand-only nubs, not full arms.
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: (sc, inc) ×3 (9)
R3: sc around (9)
Stuff very lightly, flatten gently into a soft oval. FO, leave a long tail.
Placement: Sew hands low on the body around Rounds 14–16, slightly toward the back.
Extra-Long Tapered Hat (Make 2 – Forest Green)
R1: MR, 4 sc (4)
R2: inc ×4 (8)
R3: (sc, inc) ×4 (12)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×4 (16)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×4 (20)
R6: (4 sc, inc) ×4 (24)
R7: (5 sc, inc) ×4 (28)
R8: (6 sc, inc) ×4 (32)
R9: (7 sc, inc) ×4 (36)
R10–32: sc around (36)
Stuff only the lower third of the hat. Leave the top unstuffed so it bends naturally.
R33: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
FO. Sew the hat directly to the body, placing it low so it sits flush and partially covers the nose.
Final Assembly
Sew noses centered just below the hat edge. Attach hands low and slightly toward the back. Secure hats firmly to the body. Add braids or beard. Sew appliqués and embroidery details. Shape hats into gentle curves.
Final Notes
Your Nordic Green Gnome duo is now complete! Enjoy their festive charm and cozy presence in your home.
Copyright Notice
This pattern is for personal use only. Do not replicate or sell this pattern without permission.
Finished Gnome Amigurumi – Color Variations and Accessories
