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Tree Gnome Amigurumi Pattern

Tree Gnome Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet 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 Tree Gnome Amigurumi Pattern

This Tree Gnome pattern teaches you how to crochet a tree-stump style gnome with a nest-style hat, beard, tiny egg and chick, decorative leaves and flowers. The pattern includes shaping, front/back loop stitches and small surface details for a charming finished piece. Suitable for crafters comfortable with rounds, simple increases/decreases and some sewn-on details.

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

Includes full round-by-round instructions, yarn and tools list, plus guidance for assembling all parts. Small decorative items (egg, chick, bow, flowers) are included to complete the woodland scene.

Why You'll Love This Tree Gnome Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines classic amigurumi shaping with playful natural details like grass, leaves and a sweet chick. I enjoy how the hat doubles as a decorative nest — it gives the gnome so much personality. The scarf of tiny chains and flowers makes each finished piece feel unique and handcrafted. Sewing the beard and arranging the chains is a rewarding finishing step that really brings the character to life.

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

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this gnome by swapping colors — try pastel greens and creams for a spring-themed gnome or deep forest tones for a woodland look.

If you want a larger or smaller gnome, change your yarn weight and hook: bulky yarn with a larger hook creates a chunky, cuddle-sized gnome and thinner yarn makes a cute mini version.

I often swap the chick for a tiny mushroom or acorn to match seasonal displays — just use the same egg pattern and change the color and embroidery details.

Experiment with different leaf styles by varying chain lengths and leaf repeats for a fuller or more delicate wreath around the hat.

Try embroidering tiny surface details like mushrooms, acorns or initials on the body for personalized gifts and thoughtful keepsakes.

Use metallic or variegated yarn for the bow or flowers to add a festive sparkle for holiday decorations.

If you prefer a posable gnome, consider adding a thin wire inside the arm sticks so you can adjust poses for display.

I sometimes add a small bell or charm under the hat brim for a whimsical touch — sew it securely into the hat lining.

Change the beard material by using a fluffy yarn or a looped fringe technique for a more textured look and a softer face framing.

For a weighted doorstop version, follow the lifehack advice and place a small fabric pouch filled with pebbles inside the body before closing to keep it stable.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not using a tight enough gauge; use the recommended hook size (2.5 mm) and sport/fine yarn and maintain firm tension to prevent stuffing showing through. ✗ Forgetting to place or move a stitch marker each round leads to losing the start point; place a contrast marker at the beginning of every round and update it as you go. ✗ Overstuffing the body and head creates bulges and distorts shaping; stuff gradually and evenly, adding small amounts and shaping as you continue crocheting. ✗ Skipping counts after increases or decreases causes uneven rounds; count stitches frequently and mark important rounds to ensure accuracy. ✗ Not attaching leaves, chains and decorative pieces before sewing the hat brim in place can make positioning awkward; pin and arrange all chains and leaves first to find the best placement, then sew securely.

Tree Gnome Amigurumi Pattern

Create a charming Tree Gnome complete with a nest-hat, beard, tiny chick, egg, flowers and leafy details. This pattern guides you step-by-step so you can crochet a delightful woodland companion for your home or as a thoughtful handmade gift. Enjoy piecing together small decorative elements like leaves, flowers and a bow to personalize your gnome.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Tree Gnome Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Sport/Fine weight yarn (cotton/acrylic blend), approx 160 meters (174 yds) per 50 gram ball
  • 02
    Light brown - Yarn Art Jeans 71 - Approx. 30 g / 100 meters (main body/hat)
  • 03
    Grass Green - Yarn Art Jeans 69 - Approx. 10 g / 35 meters (grass and accents)
  • 04
    Dark Brown - Yarn Art Jeans 70 - Approx. 5 g / 15 meters (beard/details)
  • 05
    Light Green - Yarn Art Jeans 29 - Approx. 5 g / 15 meters (leaves)
  • 06
    Blue (bow, flowers) - Yarn Art Jeans 76 - Approx. 2 g
  • 07
    White (flowers) - Yarn Art Jeans 62 - Approx. 1 g
  • 08
    Off-white (egg) - Yarn Art Jeans 03 - Approx. 5 g
  • 09
    Light Yellow (chick) - Yarn Art Jeans 67 - Approx. 5 g
  • 10
    Wheat (nose) - Yarn Art Jeans 05 - Approx. 2 g
  • 11
    Honey caramel (stick) - Yarn Art Jeans 07 - Approx. 2 g
  • 12
    Beige (sand) (stick) - Yarn Art Jeans 48 - Approx. 2 g
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    Red (beak embroidery) - Any thin yarn, small amount for beak embroidery

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook 2.5 mm
  • 02
    Polyester stuffing approx. 40 g
  • 03
    Scissors
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    Yarn needle for sewing and embroidery
  • 05
    Sewing needle for bullion knot and assembly
  • 06
    Stitch markers (contrast thread recommended)
  • 07
    Pins for assembly and positioning parts
  • 08
    Measuring tape or ruler

Progress Tracker

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— Gauge/Tension :

Rd 1 :

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

Rd 2 :

INC in each st around [12]

Rd 3 :

*(SC in next st, INC in next st) from*rep x6 [18]

Rd 4 :

*(SC in next st, INC in next st, SC in next st) from*rep x6 [24]

Rd 5 :

*(SC in next 3sts, INC in next st) from*rep x6 [30]

Rd 6 :

*(SC in next 2sts, INC in next st, SC in next 2sts) from*rep x6 [36]

Info :

Size: ø 4.5-5 cm. If you use different yarn, remember that your crocheted fabric should be tight enough, so a filler doesn't show through stitches.

— Hat + Body (Step 1 Hat) :

Info :

Use a contrast thread to mark every beginning of rounds, do not remove it until the item is completed

Round 1 :

Light brown: 6SC in magic ring [6] tighten the ring

Round 2 :

INC in each of next 6sts [12]

Round 3 :

*(SC in next st, INC in next st) from*rep x6 [18]

Round 4 :

*(SC in next st, INC in next st, SC in next st) from*rep x6 [24]

Round 5 :

*(SC in next 3sts, INC in next st) from*rep x6 [30]

Round 6 :

*(SC in next 2sts, INC in next st, SC in next 2sts) from*rep x6 [36]

Round 7 :

*(SC in next 5sts, INC in next st) from*rep x6 [42]

Round 8 :

*(SC in next 3sts, INC in next st, SC in next 3sts) from*rep x6 [48] (pic 1)

Info :

Place a stitch marker into the last st of this round

Round 9 :

BPsc in each st around [48] (pic 2)

Round 10-13 :

SC in each st around [48] (pic 3)

Round 14 :

*(SC in next 7sts, INC in next st) from*rep x6 [54]

Round 15-16 :

SC in each st around [54]

Round 17 :

*(Ch1, sl st in next st) from*rep to end [54]

Info :

Cut off thread

— Body (Step 2 Body) :

Round 1-2 :

Grab the nest base upside-down and with Light brown: start from a stitch marker work into stitches BLO: SC BLO in each st around [48] (pic 4)

Round 3 :

SC in next 19sts, SC BLO in next 10sts (we will attach the beard to these sts), SC in next 19 sts [48] (pic 5)

Round 4-6 :

SC in each st around [48]

Round 7 :

SC in next 11sts, SC BLO in next 3 sts (we will attach the 'arm' to these sts), SC in next 20sts, SC BLO in next 3sts (we will attach the 'arm' to these sts), SC in next 11sts [48]

Round 8 :

SC in each st around [48]

Round 9 :

*(SC in next 7sts, INC in next st) from*rep x6 [54]

Round 10-11 :

SC in each st around [54] (pic 6)

Round 12 :

*(SC in next 4sts, INC in next st, SC in next 4sts) from*rep x6 [60]

Round 13 :

SC in each st around [60]

Round 14 :

*(SC in next 7sts, INC in next st, SC in next 7sts) from*rep x4 [64]

Round 15-17 :

SC in each st around [64]

Round 18 :

*(SC in next 3sts, SC2tog, SC in next 3sts) from*rep x8 [56]

Round 19-20 :

SC in each st around [56] Change to Grass Green in last st. Cut off Light brown

Round 21 :

Green grass: in this round we are going to imitate a grass. To make this you need to work SC around and make stitches of different length and lean stitches in different sides in a chaotic manner as it's shown in the pic [56]

Round 22 :

*(SC in next 5sts, SC2tog) from*rep x8 [48]

Round 23-24 :

SC in each st around [48]

Round 25 :

SC BLO in each st around [48]

Round 26 :

*(SC in next 2sts, SC2tog, SC in next 2sts) from*rep x8 [40]

Info :

Stuff

Round 27 :

*(SC in next 3sts, SC2tog) from*rep x8 [32]

Round 28 :

*(SC in next st, SC2tog, SC in next st) from*rep x8 [24]

Round 29 :

*(SC in next sts, SC2tog)from*rep x8 [16]

Round 30 :

SC2tog x8 [8]

Info :

Cut off thread and sew the opening

— Hat Brim (Step 3 Hat Brim) :

Round 1 :

Light brown: Grab the detail upside-down and work into stitches FLO of the Rd 1 of the body starting from the beginning of rd: *(SC FLO in next 11 sts, INC FLO in next st) from*rep x4 [52]

Round 2 :

*(SC in next 6 sts, INC in next st, SC in next 6 sts) from*rep x4 [56]

Round 3 :

*(SC in next 13 sts, INC in next st) from*rep x4 [60]

Info :

Cut off thread

— Stand (Step 4 Stand) :

Round 1 :

Green grass: Grab the item upside-down and work into stitches FLO of Rd 24 of the body starting from the beginning of rd: SC FLO in each st around

Info :

Cut off thread

— Beard :

Info :

Dark brown: Chain 10

Row 1 :

SC in 2nd st from hook, SC in next 8sts, [9], Ch1 (turning chain), Turn

Row 2 :

SC in next 6sts [12], Ch6, Turn

Row 3 :

SC in 2nd st from hook, SC in next 10sts [11], Ch1, Turn

Row 4 :

SC in next 7sts, Ch6 [13], Turn

Row 5 :

SC in 2nd st from hook, SC in next 11sts [12], Ch1, Turn

Row 6 :

SC in next 8sts, Ch7 [19], Turn

Row 7 :

SC in 2nd st from hook, SC in next 13sts [14], Ch1, Turn

Row 8 :

SC in next 8sts, Ch5 [13], Turn

Row 9 :

SC in 2nd st from hook, SC in next 11sts [12], Ch1, Turn

Row 10 :

SC in next 7sts, Ch5 [12], Turn

Row 11 :

SC in 2nd st from hook, SC in next 10sts [11], Ch1, Turn

Row 12 :

SC in next 6sts, Ch5 [11], Turn

Row 13 :

SC in 2nd st from hook, SC in next 9sts [10]

Info :

Cut off the leaving a long tail for sewing

— Nose :

Round 1 :

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

Round 2 :

INC in each st around [12]

Round 3 :

*(SC in next st, INC in next st) from*rep x6 [18]

Round 4-5 :

SC in each st around [18]

Round 6 :

*(SC in next st, SC2tog) from*rep x6 [12]

Info :

Cut off thread leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff the nose a bit. Attach (sew or glue) the nose to the beard

— Arms - Sticks (Step 1 Long Stick) :

Round 1 :

Light brown: 6SC in magic ring [6] tighten the ring

Round 2-6 :

SC in each st around [6]

Info :

For the second arm repeat the pattern Rd 1-5, cut off thread and go to STEP 2

Round 7 :

SC in each st around, sl st [6]

Info :

Cut off thread

— Arms - Sticks (Step 2 Short Stick) :

Round 1 :

Light brown: 6SC in magic ring [6] tighten the ring

Round 2-3 :

SC in each st around [6] Do not cut off thread. Go to STEP 3

— Arms - Sticks (Step 3 Continue - ASSEMBLE) :

Item Name (P1) :

1. Arrange together the long and the short sticks as illustrated in the image.

Item Name (P2) :

2. Insert your hook through stitches of both fabrics and make SC.

Item Name (P3) :

3. Make SC in next 3 stitches the same way.

Item Name (P4) :

4. Continue crocheting SC in next 3 stitches of the stick that is above and continue working SC in next 6 stitches of the edge make 10 rounds. For the second arm make 12 rounds.

Info :

Sew the beard with the nose on the body under the hat brim in front (10 stitches FLO). Attach sticks to the body (3 stitches FLO on sides under the hat brim)

— Arms - Sticks (Chains and Leaves) :

Info :

Dark brown: Crochet two chains - 60 cm and 30 cm length. Light brown: Crochet a chain - 60 cm length. Wheat: Crochet a chain - 30 cm length. Honey Caramel: Crochet two chains - 60 cm and 30 cm length. Beige: Crochet two chains - 60 cm and 30 cm length.

Info :

Make one chain with leaves with Light green and one chain with Dark green.

Item Name (Leaves) :

* (Chain15, 2 unfinished DC into 5th st from hook (3 loops on hook). Yarn over and draw through all loops on your hook, Ch2, sl st in 2nd st from hook, Ch3, sl st in same st as prev DCs). The first leaf is completed from*rep x7, sl st in next st of a chain to fix the thread. Make one more chain with leaves with Light Green but make 10 repeats.

Info :

Arrange chains all together and twist. Pin to the hat on the back. Wrap around the hat, take out and spreading green leaves if they are hidden. Fix in place all chains with a sewing thread (brown) and a sewing needle.

— Egg :

Round 1 :

Off-white: 6SC in magic ring [6] tighten the ring

Round 2 :

INC in each st around [12]

Round 3 :

*(SC in next st, INC in next st) from*rep x6 [18]

Round 4 :

SC in each st around [18]

Round 5 :

*(SC in next st, INC in next st, SC in next st) from*rep x6 [24]

Round 6-7 :

SC in each st around [24]

Round 8 :

*(SC in next 3 sts, INC in next st) from*rep x6 [30]

Round 9-14 :

SC in each st around [30]

Round 15 :

*(SC in next 3sts, SC2tog) from*rep x6 [24]

Info :

Stuff

Round 17 :

*(SC in next st, SC2tog, SC in next st) from*rep x6 [18]

Round 18 :

*(SC in next st, SC2tog) from*rep x6 [12]

Info :

Stuff, pull the thread through the edge stitches, and tighten the opening

— Chick :

Info :

Light Yellow: repeat the egg pattern. Dark brown: Embroider eyes. Light Brown: embroider legs. Red: embroider a beak.

— Bow :

Info :

Blue: Chain 6. Row 1: SC in 2nd st from hook, SC in next 4sts [5], Ch1, Turn. Row 2: SC in each st around [5]. Cut off thread leaving a long tail for assembling. Tie the middle of the item and attach (sew or glue) the bow to the chick's head.

— Flower Pattern :

Info :

With a required color: in magic ring: *(Ch2, 3DC, Ch2, sl st)from*rep x5 Tighten the ring. Cut off thread with the yarn and sewing needle.

Item Name (Bullion Knot) :

1. Bring the needle out through A and put the needle through B at the desired length. 2. Now, bring the needle out through A again. Then, wind the thread around the needle as shown. The distance of the wound thread should measure the same as the distance between A and B. 3. Then, hold the wrapped thread with your fingers and pull the needle out with the other finger. Keep pulling the needle completely in an upward direction till the wraps lay on the fabric as shown above. Adjust and straighten the wraps if required and put in the needle back through B. 4. The finished bullion stitch would look like this.

Info :

Sew the beard with the nose to the body under the hat brim in front (stitches FLO) and the arms on sides. Attach flowers to the body and the stick, embroider leaves.

Assembly Instructions

  • Arrange together the long and the short sticks as illustrated and insert your hook through stitches of both fabrics, join them by crocheting single crochets; then make SC in next 3 stitches to join securely.
  • Sew the beard to the body under the hat brim in front by attaching it to the 10 stitches in FLO as indicated, using a yarn needle and matching thread.
  • Attach the long and short sticks (arms) to the body at the sides under the hat brim, sewing through 3 FLO stitches on each side and securing firmly.
  • Wrap the twisted chains and leaf chains around the hat to form the nest detail, arrange leaves to show, then fix all chains in place with brown sewing thread and a sewing needle.
  • Position and sew the egg and chick into the nest on top of the hat; embroider the chick’s eyes, beak and legs and attach the bow to the chick’s head before securing in place.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use a contrast thread to mark the beginning of each round and keep it in place until the piece is complete to track rounds easily.
  • 💡Work with a tight gauge (hook 2.5 mm and sport/fine yarn) so stuffing does not show through stitches.
  • 💡Stuff gradually and evenly during shaping to avoid lumps and to achieve smooth curves on the body and hat.
  • 💡Pin chains, leaves and decorative elements in place before sewing to ensure correct placement and balanced composition.

This Tree Gnome pattern is a delightful mix of shaping and decorative details that makes a charming handmade gift or seasonal decoration. Personalize your gnome with color choices, embroidered leaves and extra flowers for a unique finished piece. Enjoy arranging the nest hat, adding a tiny chick and embroidering the finishing touches to make your gnome truly special. 🧶🌿✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished Tree Gnome measures approximately 23 cm / 9 in tall when made with the recommended sport/fine yarn and a 2.5 mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use a different yarn weight, but the final size will change — use an appropriate hook for your chosen yarn and expect a different finished height and proportion.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and assumes you are comfortable working in rounds, using increases/decreases, BLO/FLO, and sewing pieces together.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary based on experience, customization and finishing details.