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.

Description:

This Mankini Gnome pattern is designed with a focus on structure and character design. The construction is cleanly shaped, making it easier to complete while still achieving a polished final result.

Key features include a bright red, pointy hat, a fun mankini suit and even sunglasses to pair with your completed Mankini Gnome, of which all work together to create a piece that is both recognizable and satisfying to make.

Whether you’re creating it for yourself or gifting it to a friend, this pattern provides step-by-step guidance from start to finish.

Skill Level:

• Intermediate (advanced), written in US terms.
• This pattern is suitable for intermediate and experienced crocheters alike.

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
  • Yarn used in sample: Hobbii 100% Cotton, size 8/8
• 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

Finished Size:

The Mankini Gnome should stand approximately 7.5 inches tall when made with suggested materials.

Pattern Features:

• Step-by-step written instructions.
• Worked in continuous rounds from the bottom up.
• Legs, body, and head are worked as one continuous piece.
• Arms, mankini, beard, ears, hat, and sunglasses are worked separately and sewn on.
• Clean, structured formatting for ease of use.

Important information:

This is a digital download (PDF file). No physical item will be shipped. Due to the nature of digital products, refunds are not available. This pattern is for personal use only. Redistribution or resale of the pattern is not permitted.

Thank You:

Thank you for supporting a woman-owned Canadian business. It genuinely matters, and it allows me to keep creating original, high-quality designs like this one.