Celebrate the magic of winter with the Amigurumi Winter Gnome Couple, a charming pair that brings frosty flair and cozy vibes to your holiday décor! ❄️🧶 With the bearded gentleman donning an icy blue hat and the elegant lady dressed in a sparkling gown with snowy braids, these two are the perfect handmade companions for your seasonal setup. Whether perched on a mantel, nestled among pinecones, or gifted to someone special, they’re sure to warm hearts all season long.
Perfect for crocheters who love whimsical characters and festive details, this pattern invites you to explore wintry textures, soft hues, and playful accessories. Add a tiny lantern, stitch on snowflake accents, or create a whole gnome village to complete the scene. The Amigurumi Winter Gnome Couple is a delightful way to stitch up charm, coziness, and a sprinkle of handmade holiday magic—one loop at a time! 🧵⛄
❄️ Winter Gnome Couple Crochet Pattern
Create a cozy pair of winter-themed gnomes featuring plush chenille hats, soft braids and beard, embroidered snowflakes, and charming Nordic details. These gnomes make perfect winter décor or a thoughtful handmade gift.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – basic amigurumi, shaping, assembly, simple embroidery.
📏 Finished Size
25–28 cm (10–11 inches) tall when made with bulky chenille yarn and a 4–5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
Bulky chenille yarn
• Icy blue – 120 g (male hat & body, female dress, feet, sleeves, bows)
• White – 80 g (female hat, male beard, dress hem, snowflakes, hat stars)
• Cream – 40 g (female braids)
• Beige – 25 g (noses & hands)
• Dark blue – 10 g (female hat/dress snowflake embroidery)
Notions
4–5 mm crochet hook
Polyfill stuffing
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Small comb (for beard finishing)
🪡 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
👨 Male Winter Gnome
Feet (Make 2 – Icy Blue)
R1: MR, 6 sc
R2: inc × 6 = 12
R3: (sc, inc) × 6 = 18
R4–6: sc around
R7: (sc, dec) × 6 = 12
Stuff firmly and FO.
Body (Icy Blue → Light Gray Gradient)
R1: MR, 6 sc
R2: inc × 6 = 12
R3: (1 sc, inc) × 6 = 18
R4: (2 sc, inc) × 6 = 24
R5: (3 sc, inc) × 6 = 30
R6: (4 sc, inc) × 6 = 36
R7–12: icy blue, sc around
R13–18: switch to light gray, sc around
R19: (4 sc, dec) × 6 = 30
R20–21: sc around
Stuff firmly and FO.
The shape should be straight cylindrical, matching the photographed gnome.
Nose (Beige)
R1: MR, 6 sc
R2: inc × 6 = 12
R3–4: sc around
R5: (sc, dec) × 4 = 8
Stuff lightly. FO.
Hat (Icy Blue, Long Chenille Cone with Rolled Brim)
R1: MR, 4 sc
R2: sc
R3: (1 sc, inc) × 2 = 6
R4: sc
R5: (2 sc, inc) × 2 = 8
R6–7: sc
R8: (3 sc, inc) × 2 = 10
Continue increasing every 3–4 rows until the base reaches 54–60 stitches.
Work even until hat reaches 20–22 cm long.
Rolled Brim
• Crochet final 3 rounds in FLO
• Roll upward and stitch in place
Hat Embroidery
Use white yarn to stitch small stars across the hat.
Spacing should be random, sizes slightly varied.
Beard (White Faux-Fur Yarn)
Cut 15–17 cm strands.
Attach in dense horizontal rows under the nose using latch-hook method.
Comb smooth and let the beard hang long to reach the bottom of the body.
Arms (Make 2)
Hands – Beige
R1: MR, 6
R2: (sc, inc) × 3 = 9
R3–4: sc
Sleeves – Icy Blue
R5–10: sc around
Lightly stuff and FO.
Attach to sides of the body.
👩 Female Winter Gnome
Feet (Make 2 – Icy Blue)
Same as male.
Dress Body (A-Line Shape)
R1: MR, 6
R2: inc × 6 = 12
R3: (sc, inc) × 6 = 18
R4: (2 sc, inc) × 6 = 24
R5: (3 sc, inc) × 6 = 30
R6: (4 sc, inc) × 6 = 36
R7–12: sc around
R13: (5 sc, inc) × 6 = 42 ← slight flare begins
R14–17: sc around
White Hem (Important)
This hem is thick, round, and cord-like, not plain.
Attach white yarn:
Repeat around:
sl st, ch 3, sl st into next st
Stuff dress and FO.
Nose
Same as male.
Hat (White Chenille Cone)
Construct same tall cone as the male hat, but entirely white with rolled brim.
Blue Snowflake Embroidery
Use dark blue yarn to embroider:
• One large snowflake
• One medium
• One small
Placement should match the asymmetrical look in the photo.
Braids (Cream)
Cut 18–20 strands, each 22–24 cm long.
Attach 9–10 strands per side under the hat.
Divide each side into 3 sections and braid with firm tension.
Bows (Icy Blue)
Ch 12
Wrap center several times
Sew onto braid ends.
Arms (Same as Male)
Beige hands + icy blue sleeves.
Lightly stuffed.
Dress Snowflake (Large White Appliqué)
R1: MR, 6 sc
R2: For each sc, work:
(ch 5, sl st in 2nd ch, sc, hdc, dc, sl st back into same sc)
Sew centered on the dress.
❄️ Assembly Instructions
- Sew feet to bottom of each body.
- Attach bodies to heads securely.
- Position noses low beneath hat brims.
- Sew male beard; comb smooth.
- Attach female braids; add bows.
- Sew arms to both gnomes.
- Place hats low over noses and stitch to secure.
- Add snowflake embroidery on hats and dress.
🎀 Finishing Touches
• Comb the beard for a sleek finish
• Tighten braids and adjust smoothing
• Shape hat brims and tilt slightly forward
• Add optional loops inside hats for hanging
These charming winter gnomes bring soft textures, icy tones, and handmade magic to your seasonal décor. Enjoy making your cozy Nordic pair!
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