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Lucky Gnome Wreath Amigurumi Pattern

Lucky Gnome Wreath Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Beginner Friendly Level

Perfect for those just starting their crochet journey, with clear instructions and simple techniques

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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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Cozy Accent

A warm touch for your space that transforms ordinary corners into inviting nooks filled with handmade charm.

About This Lucky Gnome Wreath Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern shows you how to crochet a striped wreath cover plus a cute gnome ensemble to attach to it. You will make a rotating green striped wrap for a 10" foam wreath, a gnome hat, beard, nose, hands, shoes and shamrocks. The instructions include bubble stitch details and step-by-step rounds to shape each piece precisely. Ideal for gifting or seasonal decor, it combines fun amigurumi with a simple home accent.

Lucky Gnome Wreath Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Clear round-by-round instructions are provided for every component with helpful finishing notes. The pattern is accessible for new crocheters and includes suggested yarns and hook sizes.

Why You'll Love This Lucky Gnome Wreath Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines a playful amigurumi gnome with a practical home decor wreath that anyone can display. I love how the rotating stripe technique creates a professional-looking striped cover with minimal fuss. I also enjoy the bubble-stitch beard — it adds delightful texture and personality to the gnome. Making the whole set feels rewarding because each small piece (hat, nose, hands, shoes) comes together quickly and looks adorable once assembled. Sharing this pattern brings me joy because it turns simple stitches into a cheerful, handmade statement piece.

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

Switch Things Up

I love customizing this pattern by changing the greens to other seasonal colors; try autumn tones for a fall wreath or pastel shades for spring.

I often swap the worsted yarn for a slightly thicker yarn and a larger hook to make a chunkier, more rustic wreath that looks great on an entry door.

If you want a mini version, use sport or fingering weight yarn with a smaller hook to create a delicate, palm-sized ornament version of the gnome and wreath.

I sometimes add small felt details like tiny embroidered eyes or a stitched mouth for more expression on the gnome if I don't want to use safety eyes.

Try varying the beard texture by using a fringe technique or small tassels instead of bubble stitch for a modern, stylized look.

To make the gnome posable, I add a small length of thin floral wire inside the arms before stuffing so they can be arranged on the wreath.

I also like to stitch on tiny buttons or beads as accents on the hat or shoes for extra charm and visual interest.

If you want a removable gnome, sew the hat and beard to a separate backing and attach with a loop or velcro so you can swap the centerpiece seasonally.

For gift presentation, I make a matching mini shamrock garland using leftover yarn and hang it from the wreath for a coordinated set.

Experiment with color placement in the rotating greens band to create asymmetrical or ombre stripe effects — small changes have a big impact on the finished look.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the sizing check for the wreath cover can result in a band that does not fit the foam wreath; measure and test-wrap your strip before continuing to ensure the fit is snug. ✗ Ignoring color-change finishing tips will create many loose ends to weave; work yarn ends into stitches as you go to minimize end weaving at the end of the project. ✗ Not stuffing pieces evenly makes shapes look lumpy and uneven; stuff small amounts gradually and shape as you go for a smooth, consistent finish. ✗ Rushing increases and decreases in the hat will distort shaping; count stitches after each round to ensure you are following the pattern math correctly. ✗ Forgetting to pin and position pieces before sewing can lead to crooked placement; pin parts in place first and check symmetry before securely sewing them on.

Lucky Gnome Wreath Amigurumi Pattern

Make a cheerful Lucky Gnome Wreath to celebrate St. Patrick's Day or add a whimsical touch to your home year-round. This pattern guides you step-by-step through crocheting the striped wreath cover and the adorable amigurumi gnome with hat, beard, nose, hands, shoes and shamrocks. With clear instructions and helpful photos, you can create a finished wreath that looks polished and festive. Perfect as a handmade gift or a charming accent for your door or wall.

Beginner Friendly 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Lucky Gnome Wreath Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Worsted weight yarn (#4) in Light Green (A), Lime (A), Forest Green (C), Dark Green (D) - assorted amounts
  • 02
    White worsted weight yarn (#4) for stripes and accents
  • 03
    Peach/skin tone worsted weight yarn (#4) for nose and hands
  • 04
    Brown worsted weight yarn (#4) for shoes
  • 05
    Orange worsted weight yarn (#4) for beard
  • 06
    Red Heart and Caron One Pound suggested for greens; Lion Brand antipill suggested for other colors
  • 07
    Fiberfill stuffing (polyester fiberfill)
  • 08
    10" foam wreath (foam ring)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 4.0 mm (G) - wreath and gnome
  • 02
    Crochet hook size 5.0 mm (H) - shamrocks
  • 03
    Needle and scissors
  • 04
    Yarn needle for sewing and weaving ends
  • 05
    Foam 10" wreath
  • 06
    Pins for assembly (optional)
  • 07
    Measuring tape to check wrap length

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— Materials :

Info :

Size 4 worsted weight yarn in 4 colors of green (Light, Lime, Forest, and Dark Green) and white, peach (skin tones) and brown (shoes) Orange (beard). I used Red Heart and Caron One Pound Greens, Lion brand antipill in the other colors. Fiber fill Stuffing. 4.0 mm hook (wreath and gnome) 5mm hook (Shamrocks), Needle/Scissors Foam 10” wreath from (I got mine at the dollar tree.)

Info :

Terms: Yarn Over – YO. Stitch – ST. Chain - CH. Single Crochet – SC. Double Crochet - DC. Slip Stitch – SL ST. Half Double Crochet – HDC. Triple Crochet - TR. Single Crochet 2 stitches together – SC2TOG. (An invisible decrease stitch makes these look nice and smooth) Half Double Crochet 2 stitches together – HDC2TOG. Magic Circle – MC. Half Double Crochet Foundation Stitch - HDCFS. Bubble Stitch – BS (explained in beard section). Between * * repeat this many additional times "x". End of row (Parenthesis) total number of stitches in row. Note: when changing colors work ends into stitches as you go along. Big Note: I'm left-handed; all pictures are shown with left handed progress unless otherwise stated. Pattern works for both left and right-handed crafters.

— Rotating Greens :

Info :

4mm hook. Lime – A. Light Green – B. Forest Green – C. Dark Green – D. White – E.

Round 1 :

With Color A - Chain 21, sc into 2nd chain from the hook and sc in each st across. Ch 1, Turn (20)

Round 2 :

sc in each st across, ch 1, turn (20)

Info :

This is a good time to wrap this piece around your wreath, it should wrap just right around. If not, start over and add a few stitches, if it's too loose, do a few less. Every row is crochet exactly as row 2. 20 stitches in each row.

Info :

Colors are repeated as follows: 2 rows in color A (completed in rows 1 and 2). 3 rows in color B. 4 rows in color C. 1 rows in color D. 1 rows in color E. 4 rows in color A. 2 rows in color B. 1 rows in color C. 4 rows in color D. 3 rows in color E.

Info :

This pattern is repeated 4 more times. (A total of 5 times) (125 rows)

Info :

Bring ends right sides together. Put hook into each 1st st, in row 125 and row 1. Sl ST across joining ends together and making a circle.

Info :

Slide onto foam wreath right side out. Use color A about 40 inches long strand, sew sides together around the wreath. Be sure to match up stripes as you sew along. Its also a good idea to tuck in loose strands as you sew. Weave end ends.

— Gnome Hat :

Info :

With Forest Green, 4mm hook. Hdcfs 38, join first and last stitch creating a circle with a slip stitch (be sure chain isn't twisted.) You now will be working in rounds.

Round 2-7 :

HDC all the way around (38)

Round 8 :

*HDC next 4 st, HDC2tog* repeat 5x, HDC, HDC (32)

Round 9 :

HDC all the way around (32)

Round 10 :

*HDC next 6, HDC2tog* repeat 3x (28)

Round 11-12 :

HDC around (28)

Round 13 :

*HDC next 5, HDC2tog* repeat 3x (24)

Round 14-15 :

HDC around (24)

Round 16 :

*HDC next 4, HDC2tog* repeat 3x (20)

Round 17 :

HDC around (20)

Round 18 :

*HDC next 3, HDC2tog* repeat 3x (16)

Round 19-20 :

HDC all around (16)

Round 21 :

*HDC next 2, HDC2tog* repeat 3x (12)

Round 22 :

HDC all around (12)

Round 23 :

*HDC, HDC2tog* repeat 3x (8)

Round 24 :

HDC2tog 4 times. Leaving a long tail, cut and pull yarn through last stitch, thread with needle, push needle through front loops only of the 4 remaining stitches all the way around. Pull tight closing the hat. Weave through securing closed. Stuff very slightly with fiber fill. Put to the side.

— Beard :

Info :

With Orange, 4mm hook

Round 1 :

Ch4, turn, sc 2nd chain from the hook, 4dc bubble stitch (BS), sc, ch 1, turn. Bubble stitch: *YO, put hook into st, YO, draw the yarn through the st, YO again and draw yarn through the first 2 loops* repeat between** 3 more times, (6 loops on hook) YO, pull through all 6 loops.

Round 2 :

2sc in first st, sc, 2sc, ch1, turn. (5)

Round 3 :

sc, bs, sc, bs, sc, ch1, turn (5)

Round 4 :

2sc, sc, sc, sc, 2sc, ch1 turn (7)

Round 5 :

sc, bs, sc, bs, sc, bs, sc, ch1, turn (7)

Round 6 :

2sc, sc next 5, 2sc, ch1 turn (9)

Round 7 :

sc, bs, sc, bs, sc, bs, sc, bs, sc, ch1, turn (9)

Round 8 :

2sc, sc next 7, 2sc, ch1, turn (11)

Round 9 :

*sc, bs* 4x, sc, ch 1 turn (11)

Round 10 :

2sc, sc next 9, 2sc, ch 1, turn (13)

Round 11 :

*sc, bs* 5x, sc, ch 1 turn (13)

Round 12 :

2sc, sc next 11, 2sc, ch1, turn (15)

Round 13 :

*sc, bs* 6x, sc, ch 1 turn (15)

Round 14 :

2sc, sc next 13, 2sc, ch 1 turn (17)

Round 15 :

*sc, bs* 7x, sc, ch 1 turn (17)

Round 16 :

2sc, sc next 15, 2sc, ch1, turn (19)

Round 17 :

sc in each st across (19)

Info :

Tie off. Weave in all ends.

— Nose :

Info :

With Skin Color, 4mm hook

Round 1 :

sc 6 in mc. Pull tight. (6)

Round 2 :

2sc in each stitch around (12)

Round 3 :

*2 sc, 1 sc* repeat 5x (18)

Round 4 :

*2 sc, 1 sc* repeat 5x (24)

Round 5-6 :

sc all the way around

Round 7 :

*sc, sc, sc2tog* repeat 5x (18)

Round 8 :

sc all the way around (18)

Round 9 :

*sc, sc2tog* repeat 5x (12) Stuff with fiber fill

Round 10 :

*sc, sc, sc2tog* repeat 2x (9)

Round 11 :

sc around (9) Pinch opening flat, and sl st across both edges securing opening closed.

Info :

Place end of beard into bottom edge of hat. Then put nose end in, centered. Sew edges flat and closed.

— Hand :

Info :

With Skin Color, 4mm hook

Round 1 :

sc 6 in mc. Pull tight. (6)

Round 2 :

2sc in each stitch around (12)

Round 3 :

*2 sc, 1 sc* repeat 5x (18)

Round 4-5 :

sc all the way around (18)

Round 6 :

*sc, sc2tog* repeat 5x (12)

Round 7 :

BS, sc the rest of the way around (12)

Round 8 :

*sc, sc, sc2tog* repeat 2x (9) Stuff (just the end of hand)

Round 9 :

sc all the way around (9)

Info :

Change color to forest green

Round 10-16 :

sc all the way around (9) tie off, leave length for sewing onto wreath.

— Shoes :

Info :

With Brown Color, 4mm hook

Round 1 :

Chain 6, start to crochet on the second chain from the hook, sc next 4, 4sc in last st, continue to crochet on the next stitches on the opposite side of the chain, sc next 3, 3 sc in last st (14)

Round 2 :

2sc, sc next 3, 2sc, 2sc, 2sc, sc next 3, 2sc, 2sc, 2sc (22)

Round 3 :

Sc next 5, *2sc, sc* repeat 3x, sc next 5, *2sc, sc* repeat 1x (28)

Round 4 :

Back loop only: sc all the way around (28)

Round 5 :

sc next 5, *sc2tog, sc, sc* repeat 3x, sc next 7 (24)

Round 6 :

sc next 3, *sc2tog, sc, sc* repeat 3x, sc next 5 (20) Tie of, leave length for sewing to wreath. Stuff loosely.

— Shamrock :

Info :

With Dark Green Color, (pic shows light color) 5mm hook

Round 1 :

Ch4, sl st into first chain (OR you can do a MC)

Round 2 :

Crochet into the circle: *Ch3, Tr, DC, Tr, ch3, sl st* Repeat 2x making 3 pedals.

Round 3 :

Ch 5, work into chain: sc 2nd chain from the hook, sl st into the next 3, sl st into the circle. Tie off leave length for sewing to wreath.

— Finishing :

Info :

HDCFS 20, fold in half and sew ends to back/top of wreath. Sew hat and beard to bottom of wreath, sew arms to either side of hat at an angle. Sew shoes at an angle under hands to the wreath. Sew tip of hat down (optional). Sew Shamrocks to hat and sides. Hang and Celebrate. Erin go Bragh!

Assembly Instructions

  • Slide the striped crocheted band onto the foam wreath right side out and ensure stripes match up before sewing the seam closed around the wreath.
  • Sew the hat and beard to the bottom center of the wreath, placing the beard under the hat edge and positioning the nose centered above the beard.
  • Sew both arms to either side of the hat at a slight forward angle so they rest naturally on the wreath sides.
  • Attach shoes beneath the hands at an angle so they peek out under the beard; leave a tail on pieces when tying off to use for sewing.
  • Position and sew shamrocks to the hat and wreath sides for balance, tucking and weaving loose ends as you go.
  • Securely sew the folded HDCFS hanging loop to the back/top of the wreath for hanging and weave in all remaining ends.

Important Notes

  • 💡When changing colors work ends into stitches as you go along to reduce the number of loose ends to weave in at the end.
  • 💡Stuff amigurumi pieces lightly and evenly; overstuffing can distort the shape while understuffing will make parts floppy.
  • 💡Match stripe placement when sewing the band to the wreath to keep the pattern continuous and visually balanced.
  • 💡Fold the HDCFS hanging loop and sew the ends neatly to the back of the wreath to create a stable hanging point.

This Lucky Gnome Wreath pattern brings a touch of handmade charm to your door or wall with a sweet gnome center and striped wreath cover. It combines simple stitches with textured details like the bubble-stitch beard for a delightful finished piece. Make one for yourself or give it as a cheerful handmade gift this season. 🧶🍀

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished wreath fits a 10" foam wreath cover and the gnome sits centered on the wreath; exact dimensions will vary slightly with yarn and tension.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but it will change the final size; choose an appropriate hook for your yarn and adapt stitch counts if necessary.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated Beginner Friendly, so basic crochet stitches like SC, HDC and chains are helpful; the pattern includes step-by-step rounds to guide you.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters finish this project in about 5-7 hours depending on experience and whether you assemble multiple pieces in one session.

How should I attach the wreath band to the foam form?

Slide the strip onto the foam form right side out, then use the long yarn tail to sew the seam closed and stitch the band to the foam as needed for a snug fit.