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Flower Gnome Amigurumi Pattern

Flower Gnome Amigurumi Pattern
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5-6 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic knitting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Flower Gnome Amigurumi Pattern

This enchanting Flower Gnome pattern combines traditional amigurumi techniques with creative details to bring a garden guardian to life. The pattern features continuous rounds for smooth shaping, with clear instructions for creating the signature tall gnome hat that curves naturally. You'll work through multiple color changes to create the distinctive blue hat, brown body, and wheat-toned skin, while the beard uses strategic increasing to achieve its characteristic triangular shape.

Flower Gnome Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The pattern includes a bonus sunflower accessory with brown center and bright yellow petals, plus green leaves that add the perfect garden touch. A twisted cord detail and optional door-stop feature make this gnome both decorative and functional.

Why You'll Love This Flower Gnome Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it transforms simple yarn into a character bursting with personality and charm. The way the tall hat curves and droops gives each gnome its own unique character, while the fluffy beard and button nose create an irresistibly sweet face. I'm particularly fond of the sunflower detail—it's such a cheerful addition that makes this gnome perfect for spring and summer displays. The pattern is wonderfully versatile too; you can make it as a lightweight decoration or follow the clever door-stop hack to create something both beautiful and practical. Every time I make one, I discover new ways to position the arms and accessories to give each gnome its own story.

Flower Gnome Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Flower Gnome Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Flower Gnome Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Flower Gnome Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with this gnome pattern to create unique characters for every season! Instead of the traditional blue hat, I've made autumn gnomes with deep orange and burgundy colors, spring gnomes in soft pastels, and even festive red and green versions for Christmas. The sunflower can easily be swapped for other flowers—I've created roses, daisies, and even tiny mushrooms for a woodland theme.

For a more rustic look, I sometimes use textured yarn for the beard or add embroidered details to the hat. You could also experiment with the hat length, making it shorter for a different style or adding stripes with color changes. I've even made girl gnomes by creating a braided beard alternative or adding a bonnet-style hat brim.

The twisted cord can be replaced with ribbon, lace, or even a tiny crocheted belt with a buckle. For gifts, I personalize them by adding initials to the hat or incorporating someone's favorite colors. The door-stop feature is brilliant—I've made weighted gnomes for holding doors, bookends, and even as unique paperweights for my craft room. Each gnome truly becomes one-of-a-kind!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not maintaining tight enough tension causing stuffing to show through the stitches especially on the body ✗ Forgetting to mark the beginning of rounds leading to misaligned pattern sections and uneven shaping ✗ Stuffing too early or too late in the body construction making it difficult to achieve proper shape ✗ Skipping the Back Loop Only and Front Loop Only instructions which are essential for proper attachment points

Flower Gnome Amigurumi Pattern

Create your own charming flower gnome with this delightful crochet pattern! Standing at 26cm tall, this adorable garden guardian features a tall blue hat, a fluffy off-white beard, wheat-toned face and hands, and a beautiful handmade sunflower accessory. Perfect for home décor or as a thoughtful handmade gift, this gnome brings whimsy and warmth to any space. With detailed instructions for every component including the hat, body, arms, nose, beard, and sunflower, you'll craft a personality-filled companion that captures the magic of garden folklore.

Intermediate 5-6 Hours

Materials Needed for Flower Gnome Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Sport/Fine yarn (cotton and acrylic blend), approximately 160m per 50g
  • 02
    Blue yarn (Yarn Art Jeans 76) - approximately 20g/70 meters
  • 03
    Brown yarn (Yarn Art Jeans 40) - approximately 15g/50 meters
  • 04
    Wheat yarn (Yarn Art Jeans 05) - approximately 5g/15 meters
  • 05
    Off-White yarn (Yarn Art Jeans 03) - approximately 7g/20 meters
  • 06
    Bright Yellow yarn (Yarn Art Jeans 35) - approximately 3g/10 meters
  • 07
    Grass Green yarn (Yarn Art Jeans 69) - approximately 3g/10 meters

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook 2.5mm
  • 02
    Tapestry needles
  • 03
    Stitch markers
  • 04
    Stuffing (approximately 40g)
  • 05
    Scissors
  • 06
    Brown thread for twisted cord (approximately 150cm)

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— HAT (work in continuous rounds) :

Round 1 :

Blue: 6SC in magic ring, tighten the ring [6]

Round 2 :

(INC in next st, SC in next st) repeat x3 [9]

Round 3-12 :

SC in each st around [9]

Round 13 :

(SC in next sts, INC in next st, SC in next st) repeat x3 [12]

Round 14 :

SC in each st around [12]

Round 15 :

(SC in next 3sts, INC in next st) repeat x3 [15]

Round 16 :

SC in each st around [15]

Round 17 :

(SC in next 2sts, INC in next st, SC in next 2sts) repeat x3 [18]

Round 18 :

SC in each st around [18]

Round 19 :

(SC in next 5sts, INC in next st) repeat x3 [21]

Round 20 :

SC in each st around [21]

Round 21 :

(SC in next 3sts, INC in next st, SC in next 3sts) repeat x3 [24]

Round 22 :

SC in each st around [24]

Round 23 :

(SC in next 7sts, INC in next st) repeat x3 [27]

Round 24 :

SC in each st around [27]

Round 25 :

(SC in next 4sts, INC in next st, SC in next 4sts) repeat x3 [30]

Round 26 :

SC in each st around [30]

Round 27 :

(SC in next 9sts, INC in next st) repeat x3 [33]

Round 28 :

SC in each st around [33]

Round 29 :

(SC in next 5sts, INC in next st, SC in next 5sts) repeat x3 [36]

Round 30 :

SC in each st around [36]

Round 31 :

(SC in next 11sts, INC in next st) repeat x3 [39]

Round 32 :

SC in each st around [39]

Round 33 :

(SC in next 6sts, INC in next st, SC in next 6sts) repeat x3 [42]

Round 34 :

SC in each st around [42]

Round 35 :

(SC in next 13sts, INC in next st) repeat x3 [45]

Round 36 :

SC in each st around [45]

Round 37 :

(SC in next 7sts, INC in next st, SC in next 7sts) repeat x3 [48]

Round 38 :

SC in each st around [48]

Round 39 :

(SC in next 15sts, INC in next st) repeat x3 [51]

Round 40 :

SC in each st around [51]

Round 41 :

(SC in next 8sts, INC in next st, SC in next 8sts) repeat x3 [54]

Round 42 :

(SC in next 26sts, INC in next st) repeat x2 [56]

Round 43-45 :

SC in each st around [56]

— HAT BRIM (work in continuous rounds) :

Round 46 :

Ch2, (DC FLO in next 6sts, 2DC FLO in next st) repeat x3, hdc FLO in next st, SC FLO in next 5sts, INC FLO in next st, SC FLO in next 5sts, hdc FLO in next st, (2DC FLO in next st, DC FLO in next 6sts) repeat x3, DC FLO in next st, sl st in 2nd Ch [64]

Round 47 :

Ch2, DC in next 25sts, hdc in next st, SC in next 12sts, hdc in next st, DC in next 24sts, sl st in 2nd Ch [64]

Round 48 :

Ch2, (DC in next 7sts, 2DC in next st) repeat x3, hdc in next st, SC in next 6sts, INC in next st, SC in next 6sts, hdc in next st, (2DC in next st, DC in next 7sts) repeat x3, DC in next st, sl st in 2nd Ch [72]

Round 49 :

SC in next 72sts around [72], sl st in 1st stitch of round. Cut off Blue

— BODY (work in continuous rounds) :

Round 1 :

With Brown work BLO into stitches of Round 46: SC BLO in each st around [56]

Round 2 :

SC in next 11sts, SC BLO in next 5sts (arm attachment point), SC in next 8sts, SC BLO in next 8sts (beard attachment point), SC in next 8sts, SC BLO in next 5sts (arm attachment point), SC in next 11sts [56]

Round 3-7 :

SC in each st around [56]

Round 8 :

(SC in next 13sts, INC in next st) repeat x4 [60]

Round 9-12 :

SC in each st around [60]

Round 13 :

(SC in next 7sts, INC in next st, SC in next 7sts) repeat x4 [64]

Round 14-15 :

SC in each st around. Change to Blue in last stitch. Cut off Brown [64]

Round 16 :

Blue: (SC BLO in next 3sts, SC2tog BLO, SC BLO in next 3sts) repeat x8 [56]

Round 17-18 :

SC in each st around [56]

Info :

Drop a loop from your hook. Yellow: work surface slip stitch into stitches of Round 16. Cut off Yellow

Round 19 :

Grab a dropped blue loop back on your hook and continue: (SC in next 5sts, SC2tog) repeat x8 [48]

Info :

Stuff

Round 20-21 :

SC in each st around [48]

Round 22 :

SC BLO in each st around [48]

Round 23 :

(SC in next 2sts, SC2tog, SC in next 2sts) repeat x8 [40]

Round 24 :

(SC in next 3sts, SC2tog) repeat x8 [32]

Round 25 :

(SC in next st, SC2tog, SC in next st) repeat x8 [24]

Round 26 :

(SC in next st, SC2tog) repeat x8 [16]

Info :

Stuff

Round 27 :

SC2tog x8. Cut off thread and sew the opening [8]

— STAND :

Round 1 :

With Yellow work into stitches of Round 21 of the Body: SC FLO in each st around. Cut off thread [48]

— ARMS (work in continuous rounds) :

STEP 1 - PALMS :

Make 2 pieces

Round 1 :

Wheat: 5SC in magic ring, tighten the ring [5]

Round 2 :

INC in each st around [10]

Round 3-5 :

SC in each st around [10]

Info :

Change to Brown in last st. Cut off Wheat

Round 6-7 :

Brown: SC in each st around [10]

Round 8 :

SC BLO in each st around [10]

Round 9-17 :

SC in each st around [10]

Info :

Cut off thread leaving a long tail for sewing

— NOSE (work in continuous rounds) :

Round 1 :

Wheat: 6SC in magic ring, tighten the ring [6]

Round 2 :

INC in each st around [12]

Round 3 :

(SC in next st, INC in next st) repeat x6 [18]

Round 4-5 :

SC in each st around [18]

Round 6 :

(SC in next st, SC2tog) repeat x6 [12]

Info :

Cut off thread leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff the nose a bit

— BEARD :

Starting :

Off-white: Chain 2 [2]

Round 1 :

3SC in 2nd st from hook (work in continuous rounds) [3]

Round 2 :

INC in each of 3SC [6]

Round 3 :

INC in each of next 2sts, SC in next 2sts, INC in next st, SC in next st [9]

Round 4 :

SC in next st, INC in each of next 2sts, SC in next 5sts, INC in next st [12]

Round 5 :

SC in next 2sts, INC in each of next 2sts, SC in next 5sts, INC in next st, SC in next 2sts [15]

Round 6 :

SC in next 3sts, INC in each of next 2sts, SC in next 9sts, INC in next st [18]

Round 7 :

SC in next 4sts, INC in each of next 2sts, SC in next 8sts, INC in next st, SC in next 3sts [21]

Round 8 :

SC in next 5sts, INC in each of next 2sts, SC in next 14sts [23]

Round 9 :

SC in next 6sts, INC in each of next 2sts, SC in next 14sts, INC in next st [26]

Round 10-12 :

SC in each st around [26]

Round 13 :

SC in next 8sts, SC2tog, SC in next 11sts, SC2tog, SC in next 3sts [24]

Round 14 :

SC in next 7sts, SC2tog, SC in next 10sts, SC2tog, SC in next 3sts [22]

Round 15 :

SC in next 6sts, SC2tog, SC in next 9sts, SC2tog, SC in next 3sts [20]

Round 16 :

SC in each st around [20]

Info :

Cut off thread leaving a long tail for sewing

— SUNFLOWER :

Round 1 :

Brown: in magic ring: Ch2, 11DC, sl st in Ch 2nd st of round. Cut off thread

Round 2 - Petal :

Join Bright Yellow: 1) Chain 3 (count as 1 DC) 2) 4DC in next st 3) Drop a loop from your hook 4) Insert a hook into 3rd Chain. When you work other petals insert your hook in 1st DC 5) And insert the hook back into the dropped loop 6) Yarn over and pull through both loops on your hook. Petal is done. Now work to end (Ch2, Petal) around, and sl st at the end (total is 12 petals). Cut off thread

Round 3 - Leaves :

Join Green grass and make leaves: Ch1, (all in next 2Ch-space: [hdc, 2DC, TR, Ch4, sl st in previous TR, TR, 2DC, hdc]); SC in next 2Ch-space) repeat x6. Total is 6 leaves

— TWISTED CORD :

Step 1 :

Take a double Brown thread about 150 cm length, make a knot on one end

Step 2 :

Hook on for something (door handle) and start to twist

Step 3 :

Fold in half and remove the end from the door handle

Step 4 :

Straighten the cord and make a knot on the other end

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the nose to the center of the beard piece by sewing it securely in place
  • Sew the beard with attached nose onto the front of the body using the BLO stitches made on Round 2 under the hat brim
  • Sew the arms to the sides of the body using the BLO stitches marked on Round 2 of the body
  • Attach the sunflower to the hat brim or body as desired for decoration
  • Wrap the twisted cord around the body at the color change between brown and blue, tying it in a bow
  • If making as a door stop, insert the weighted fabric bag before closing the bottom opening

Important Notes

  • 💡Use a contrast thread to mark the beginning of each round and don't remove it until work is completed
  • 💡Make sure your gauge is tight enough so stuffing doesn't show through the crocheted fabric
  • 💡The pattern uses SC 'X' stitch method (yarn under, pull through, yarn over, pull through both loops)
  • 💡Pay special attention to BLO and FLO instructions as they create attachment points for assembly
  • 💡When working surface slip stitch with yellow, keep the thread behind the fabric and pull loops through to the front
  • 💡Stuff the gnome firmly but evenly, paying special attention to the body shape before closing
  • 💡For the door stop option, use pebbles, cat litter, washed sand, rice, or beans in a small fabric bag

This charming Flower Gnome pattern brings garden magic into your home with its whimsical design and sweet sunflower companion. The pattern combines clever construction techniques with delightful color changes to create a gnome full of character and charm. Whether displayed as a cheerful decoration or used as a functional door stop, this little guardian will brighten any space. The detailed instructions guide you through each step, from the signature tall hat to the fluffy beard and tiny sunflower accessory. 🌻 Happy crocheting! 🧶✨

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FAQs

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but you'll need to adjust your hook size accordingly. Make sure your gauge is tight enough that stuffing doesn't show through the stitches. Using heavier yarn will create a larger gnome, while lighter yarn will make a smaller version.

How do I make the gnome stand upright?

The pattern includes a yellow stand worked into Round 21 of the body. For extra stability, you can follow the door-stop lifehack by filling a small fabric bag with pebbles, cat litter, or washed sand and placing it inside the gnome before closing the bottom.

What is the difference between SC 'V' and SC 'X' stitch?

The typical SC 'V' stitch is made by inserting hook, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through both loops. The SC 'X' stitch (used in this pattern) is made by inserting hook, yarn under, pull through, yarn over, pull through both loops. This creates a different stitch appearance.

Can I skip the sunflower accessory?

Absolutely! The sunflower is a decorative element that can be omitted or replaced with other embellishments like buttons, a bow, or different flowers. You could also make multiple flowers in different colors for variety.

How do I attach the beard and arms properly?

The pattern strategically includes BLO (back loop only) stitches in Round 2 of the body specifically for attaching the beard and arms. Sew the beard onto the 8 BLO stitches at the front, and attach each arm to the 5 BLO stitches on each side under the hat brim.