Gnomes are cute and cuddly creatures that make great decorations in any home. Knitting a gnome is a great way to show off your knitting skills and create a unique piece of art. This guide will provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to knit a gnome.
Materials
Before you begin knitting your gnome, you’ll need to gather the materials you’ll need. You will need:
– Yarn in the color of your choice
– Knitting needles
– Stuffing
– Embroidery thread
– Scissors
– Tapestry needle
– Ruler
Instructions
Step 1: Start by making the body of the gnome. Cast on 25 stitches and knit in garter stitch for 12 rows.
Step 2: Increase the stitches by knitting two together (k2tog) on each row until you have 40 stitches.
Step 3: Knit in garter stitch for 12 rows.
Step 4: Decrease the stitches by knitting two together (k2tog) on each row until you have 25 stitches.
Step 5: Cast off the stitches and sew the edges together to form the body.
Step 6: Make the hat by casting on 25 stitches and knitting in garter stitch for 6 rows.
Step 7: Increase the stitches by knitting two together (k2tog) on each row until you have 40 stitches.
Step 8: Knit in garter stitch for 12 rows.
Step 9: Decrease the stitches by knitting two together (k2tog) on each row until you have 25 stitches. Cast off the stitches.
Step 10: Sew the edges of the hat together and attach it to the top of the gnome’s body.
Step 11: Embroider the face onto the gnome using embroidery thread.
Step 12: Stuff the body with stuffing and sew the opening closed.
Step 13: Finish the gnome by using the tapestry needle to draw the yarn through the body and tie a knot to secure the yarn.
Conclusion
Congratulations! You’ve just knitted your very own gnome! Now you can display your new creation in your home and show off your knitting skills. Enjoy your new gnome!
1. Gather materials: yarn, a pair of knitting needles, stuffing, a tapestry needle, scissors, and a ruler.
2. Cast on: Cast on 16 stitches on two knitting needles.
3. Knit: Knit in garter stitch for 10 rows.
4. Increase: Increase 1 stitch at the beginning of the next two rows.
5. Shape the hat: Knit in garter stitch for another 8 rows.
6. Decrease: Decrease 1 stitch at the beginning of the next two rows.
7. Finish hat: Knit in garter stitch for another 4 rows. Cast off.
8. Make the body: Cast on 24 stitches and knit in garter stitch for 10 rows.
9. Decrease body: Decrease 1 stitch at the beginning of the next two rows.
10. Shape the body: Knit in garter stitch for another 8 rows.
11. Decrease body further: Decrease 1 stitch at the beginning of the next two rows.
12. Finish body: Knit in garter stitch for 4 more rows. Cast off.
13. Sew the hat and body together: With the tapestry needle, sew the hat and body together.
14. Stuff the gnome: Stuff the gnome with stuffing.
15. Sew the cast-off edges together: With the tapestry needle, sew the cast-off edges together.
16. Embellish: Embellish the gnome with your desired decorations.
17. Enjoy: Enjoy your new knitted gnome!
Make a Festive Gonk This Christmas: Step-by-Step Guide
Gonks are festive decorations that are popular during the Christmas season. They are usually made of fabric, felt, or other materials and feature an adorable, whimsical face. These decorations can be hung on the wall or placed on shelves or mantles to add a bit of cheer to any home.
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Gather your materials. You will need fabric, felt, or other materials for the body, plus scraps of fabric or felt for the face and any accessories. You will also need scissors, pins, stuffing, and a needle and thread.
2. Cut out the body of the gonk. Trace a pattern onto the fabric, or draw your own shape freehand. Make sure to leave enough fabric around the edges for seams. Cut out two pieces of the same shape.
3. Pin the two pieces of fabric together, with the right sides facing each other. Sew around the edges, leaving a small opening for stuffing.
4. Turn the fabric right side out and stuff it with stuffing. Hand sew the opening closed.
5. Cut out the face and accessories from felt. Glue or sew these pieces onto the body of the gonk.
6. Hang your festive gonk on the wall or place it on a shelf or mantle. Enjoy!
This guide provides a great introduction to how to knit a gnome. It is a great way to get started with a fun and creative project. The step-by-step instructions are easy to follow and the illustrations are helpful. The end result is a cute and unique gnome that you can proudly display in your home. I highly recommend this guide for anyone looking to learn how to knit a gnome.
instructions
1. Cast on 12 stitches using size 8 knitting needles
2. Knit in stockinette stitch for 2 inches
3. Increase 1 stitch at the end of each row until you have 24 stitches
4. Knit in stockinette stitch for 4 inches
5. Decrease 1 stitch at the end of each row until you have 12 stitches
6. Cast off and sew in the ends
7. Stuff the gnome with polyester stuffing
8. Sew the opening closed
9. Embellish the gnome with facial features, yarn, buttons, and other decorations
10. Enjoy your finished gnome!
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