Mankini Gnome – 2026 Update (Limited Early Release)

This is the newly updated 2026 version of the Mankini Gnome.
The first 20 patterns are available at a special introductory price in exchange for early feedback before the final release. Please have feedback in before January 31, 2026.

If you notice any errors, unclear steps, or missing details, please email me directly at fatladycrochet@gmail.com so I can correct the pattern quickly. Comments or messages on social media may be missed.

This release reflects improvements to construction, clarity, and overall polish, and it will be replacing the previous version, which is now being phased out.

For this launch, a limited number of patterns (20 total) are available at a special introductory price.

Why the special price?

Because this is a brand-new update, I expect there may be a few small bugs, typos, or clarity issues that only show up once many hands are working the pattern. The first 20 buyers are essentially receiving early access in exchange for letting me know if anything doesn’t look right.

If you purchase at this price, you’re agreeing to:

• Let me know if you spot errors, confusing instructions, or missing details before January 31, 2026
• Understand that minor updates may be made after release
• Receive all future corrected versions of the pattern automatically

Skill Level

Intermediate–Advanced
Written in US crochet terms

Finished Size

Mankini stands approximately 7.5 inches tall

Materials

• 200 g size 3 DK yarn in Light Peach
• 50 g size 3 DK yarn in Red
• 50 g size 3 DK yarn in White
• 25 g each size 3 DK yarn in Turquoise, Black, Gold
• 3.00 mm crochet hook
• Yarn needle
• Fiber fill
• Stitch marker
• 2 × ½-inch black buttons
  (Only if piece is intended for people over 3 years of age)
• White acrylic paint

Yarn we used: Hobbii 100% Cotton, size 8/8

Construction Notes

• Legs, body, and head are worked in one continuous piece
• Worked in continuous rounds from the bottom up
  (Do not join unless instructed)
• Place a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round and move it up as you go
• Arms, mankini, beard, ears, hat, and sunglasses are worked separately and sewn on
• Stuff firmly, but not so much that stuffing shows through stitches

Important Notes

• This listing is for the updated 2026 pattern only
• The older version is being retired and will no longer be sold
• Pattern is delivered as a digital download
• For personal use only — please support independent design by purchasing from official sources only:

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