Say hello to our famous Mankini Gnome! This is the base pattern for our gnome, the one you will need for all the fun seasonal add-on outfits.
Bold, cheeky, and packed with personality, the Mankini Gnome is perfect for confident crocheters who enjoy character work, clean shaping, and playful designs with longevity.
Skill Level
Intermediate–Advanced Written in US crochet terms
Finished Size
Mankini stands approximately 7.5 inches tall
Materials
150 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 the piece is intended for people over 3 years of age)
White acrylic paint
Yarn used in sample: Hobbii 100% Cotton, size 8/8
Construction Notes
Legs, body, and head are worked as one continuous piece
Worked in continuous rounds from the bottom up
Arms, mankini, beard, ears, hat, and sunglasses are worked separately and sewn on
Important Notes
This pattern is delivered as a digital download
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