$ 3.70

US English pattern by Octopus Crochet. Includes step-by-step pictures.

Looking for a new crochet ornament to hang in your Christmas tree or to DIY for your loved ones this year? The Gnome on a swing is perfect for both!! Easy beginner crochet pattern, this cheeky guy will bring some joy to your home for Christmas.

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LANGUAGE: English
CROCHET TERMINOLOGY: US
LEVEL: Beginner

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MATERIAL:

• 3.5mm / US E-4 crochet hook
• Yarn: #3 / DK / light worsted yarn, 80% cotton 20% Milk Fiber, in dark red, light peach, light brown, dark brown, forest green
• Fiberfill
• Some strands of Merino wool for the beard
• Green sewing thread (or any other colour that will match the place you want to hang the gnome)
• A pair of 8mm safety eyes
• Tapestry needle, scissors
• Stitch marker(s) (or a piece of thread to mark your round beginning)
• Golden yarn or decorative string for the swing strings

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SIZE:

With the indicated material above:
• The mouse with Santa's cape is 8cm tall (3,1") ,
• the mouse with the Christmas hat is 11cm (4.3") long with the tail, and 7cm (2.8") high with the hat,
• the gift is 3,5cm (1,4") large and high,
• the bauble is 5cm x 5cm (2" x 2")
The size of your finished items can vary depending on the yarn and hook you used, but it will keep the same proportions.



Stitches used: chain, slip stitch, magic ring, increase, (invisible) decrease


This pattern is for personal use. Please do not distribute, reproduce, share or sell this pattern. You may sell finished items made with this pattern, though only in small quantities, provided you credit the original designer. Wholesale is not allowed.