Knitting patterns for gnome themed toys, sweaters, socks, and more. Updated 4/13/26
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Free Patterns
Travelling Gnome
A pocket size companion to take on your travels and add a whimsical touch to your photos. This is a knitted version of the Amelie travelling gnome. Knit flat. DK weight yarn. Designed by Raynor Gellatly. Pictured project by TurtleGirlKnits who took her gnome on the Pacific Crest Trail.
Christmas Gnomies
Gnomes dressed for the holidays in tall caps and hand felted beards. Size 5 inches. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Susanne Vetterkind.
Gnoming Socks
A row of gnomes with bobble noses help keep your feet cozy on these cuff down heel flap socks. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by AnoKnits.
Rainbow Gnomes
Pocket sized gnomes to use as ornaments, pet toys, and more. Knit in the round, stuffed with bean bag and toy stuffing, with beard, nose and the brim of the hat knit separately and sewn on. No size given but I'm guessing from clues in the pattern that it's about 4 inches / 10 cm tall. DK weight yarn. Designed by Frankie Brown.
Gnora the Gnome
Female gnome doll knit flat and dressed in skirt, apron, hat, and more. Size 18” tall without cap. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Kj Hay.
Christmas Gnomes
Gnomes with long legs and tall cap knit flat. Size Sitting height 30cm (12 in). DK weight yarn. Designed by Cygnet.
Garden Gnome Hat
Fun peaked toque inspired by that hats gnomes wear and knit with four garden gnomes in a garden of flowers and leaves. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Betsy Farquhar.
Nico the Gnome
Gnome doll with blue coat, red hat, and furry yarn beard. Size 31cm (12.2in) high. DK weight yarn. Designed by Louise Crowther.
Knitting Gnome Lady
Gnome knitter with yarn skein hair designed to fit over a quart mason jar, though you can also stuff if you prefer. Hat, body and dress are knit individually then assembled. Fill the jar with treats or yarn to make a great gift for your favorite knitter. Size 8" tall. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Anita Legaspi.
Gnorman
Gnome holding a heart is a cute way to show your love. Knit flat. Size 25cm/10" tall. DK weight yarn. Designed by Kaz kew.
More Free Patterns
Gnome Nuggets
A trio of gnomes in colorful hats and sweaters. Sizes 6.5” tall in sock yarn, 10.5” tall in Worsted, 15” tall in Bulky yarn. Designed by Rebecca Danger.
Gnome
Norman the Doorman is a super-sized Gnome with a rolypoly shape. Size 9” in height. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Leanne Wilkinson
Mr Gnome and Mushroom
Adorable toy plush gnome and mushrooms. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Jill Soha.
Gnome Family
Doll family including a Mama/Papa size, Child, and Baby. Their bodies are worked seamlessly in the round. Designed by Ann Dolina. Aran weight yarn.
Pom Pom Gnomes
Cute toy gnomes created with pom pom, knitted hats, and i-cord legs in a variety of options for holidays and other occasions. Pictured are Just Write Gnome, Lots of Love Gnome, Lucky Gnome, Witchy Gnome, Holly Jolly Gnome, and Star Spangled Gnome. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Billy and Baa.
Garter Stitch Christmas Gnome
Quick holiday decoration gnomes are knitted flat in garter stitch and shaped with short rows. No size given but looks like maybe 4 inches in Sport weight yarn. Designed by Sybil R.
Holiday Gnome Blanket and Pillow
Matching Christmas blanket and cushion knit like a Christmas elf gnome. Pieces like the blanket beard, pillow arm, and more are knit separately and sewn on for a three-dimensional work. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Amy Bahrt.
Gnome for the Holidays
Easy Christmas tree ornament elf or gnome created with a simple knit hat and pompom. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Valerie Johnson.
Gnome Slippers
Fun slippers designed to look like a gnome or elf. Knit flat, mostly in garter stitch. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Amber Krueger
Patterns for Purchase
Norbot the Robot Gnome
Gnome doll inspired by the robot from Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl. Designed by Rebecca Roberts for Knitclick.
Gnomes and Toadstools Baby Blanket
Enchanting blanket knit with alternating rows of gnomes and mushrooms. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Martin Storey.
Birthday Gnome Cake
Whimsical gnome wearing a birthday cake hat. In a sitting position to the tip of the candle – 10 inches (25 cm) tall. Designed by CreativeHousePattern.
Gnome Cup and Card Cozies
Matching sleeves for coffee cup andgift cards. Gnome Need To Thank Me Cup and Card Cozies Designed by Sarah Schira.
Gnome Reader
Adorable Book-Loving Gnome with a cozy hat, fluffy beard, and a tiny book. Perfect for bookworms, librarians, teachers, and gnome enthusiasts. Designed by CreativeHousePattern.
Gnome Christmas Wreath
Knit with gnomes nestled among holly, other leaves, and toadstools. Size 8 cm/ 3.14". Looks like it's knit flat. DK weight yarn. Designed by FelicityJanePatterns
Never Not Gnoming
Gnome in three sizes with 2 beard styles - horizontal and vertical. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Sarah Schira. Pictured project by FrankieBarnhart
