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Amigurumi Gnome Greeting Card – FREE Crochet Pattern

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A handmade birthday card adorned with a crochet gnome sitting among colorful flowers and bees, with the text 'Happy Birthday!' at the top.
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Send a little handmade magic with this Amigurumi Gnome Greeting Card crochet pattern! Inspired by the charm of whimsical gnomes, this delightful design features a tiny gnome holding a cheerful greeting, ready to bring smiles to anyone who receives it. With its adorable hat, cozy beard, and playful details, this crochet gnome adds a unique and heartfelt touch to any special occasion. Whether you’re crafting for loved ones, creating a one-of-a-kind card, or simply enjoy making themed amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a lovable gnome bursting with personality! 🎩✨

Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different colors, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature flower or festive banner for extra flair. Craft a classic gnome with bright hues, create a pastel version for a dreamy aesthetic, or even stitch up a full set of greeting card-inspired amigurumi for a joyful display! Whether gifted as a heartfelt keepsake, displayed as a cheerful accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Gnome Greeting Card is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade celebration to every stitch! 🧶💖

A handmade birthday card adorned with a crochet gnome sitting among colorful flowers and bees, with the text 'Happy Birthday!' at the top.

🎂 Amigurumi Gnome Greeting Card Crochet Pattern

Celebrate with charm! This delightful gnome birthday card combines soft amigurumi details with a handmade touch, turning any birthday wish into a heartfelt keepsake. With cheerful flowers, buzzing bees, and a smiling gnome nestled in a yarn basket, it’s sure to make someone’s day special!

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – Multiple small parts, shaping, and hand-sewing required.

📏 Finished Size

Fits a standard 5×7″ greeting card. Amigurumi pieces are small (1–3 inches).

🧶 Materials

  • Yarn (Cotton DK or Fingering Weight):
    • Red (Gnome Hat)
    • White (Beard, Flowers)
    • Beige (Face & Hands)
    • Green (Leaves, Shirt)
    • Brown (Shoes & Flower Centers)
    • Yellow & Pink (Flowers)
    • Black (Bee Stripes & Eyes)
  • Crochet hook: 2.0–2.5 mm
  • Tapestry needle
  • Hot glue gun or strong craft glue
  • Scissors
  • Cardstock greeting card (blank or printed)
  • Lightweight stuffing (polyfill or yarn scraps)

🧙 Gnome Pattern

🧴 Gnome Body (Green Shirt)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. inc x6 (12)
  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–6. sc around (18)
  4. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
    Stuff lightly
  5. dec x6 (6), FO and close.

🧦 Gnome Shoes (Make 2 – Brown)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
  3. sc around (9)
    FO, flatten and sew to base of body.

🧤 Gnome Hands (Make 2 – Beige)

  1. MR, 5 sc (5)
  2. sc around
    FO, sew to each side of the body.

🧔 Gnome Nose (Beige)

  1. MR, 4 sc
  2. sc around
    FO and sew above beard area.

🧔‍♂️ Gnome Beard (White)

  1. ch 5, sc in 2nd ch and back (4)
  2. ch 3, sl st back – repeat for fringe beard
    Make 5–6 rows and sew below nose.

🎩 Gnome Hat (Red)

  1. MR, 4 sc (4)
  2. (1 sc, inc) x2 (6)
  3. (2 sc, inc) x2 (8)
    Continue increasing every 2–3 rounds until 18–20 st
    sc 2 more rounds, FO
    Stuff lightly and sew over head/beard.

🌸 Mini Flowers (Make Assorted – White, Pink, Yellow)

Flower Head

  1. MR, 5 sc in color of choice
  2. ch 2, 2 dc in same st, ch 2, sl st to next – repeat around
    FO, leave tail to attach.

Flower Stem + Leaves (Green)

  1. ch 6–8, sc back down
  2. ch 4, sl st back (leaf) – repeat
    FO and glue behind flower head.

🐝 Bees (Make 2)

Bee Body

  1. With yellow: MR, 6 sc
  2. With black: sc around (6)
  3. With yellow: sc around
  4. With black: sc around
    Stuff lightly
  5. dec x3, FO
    Embroider face and attach mini wings (ch 3 loops)

🧺 Basket Base (Green)

  1. ch 15
  2. sc in rows for 4–5 rounds
  3. Switch to working in round, sc around to form a shallow “tub”
  4. FLO sc for top edge for defined rim
    FO and attach to bottom of card with glue.

✂️ Assembling the Greeting Card

✅ Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Prepare your card
    • Use a sturdy cardstock base (blank or pre-printed “Happy Birthday!”)
    • Make sure it opens vertically for best effect.
  2. Layout
    • Arrange your amigurumi gnome, basket, flowers, and bees before gluing.
    • Mark light pencil dots where parts go.
  3. Attach basket
    • Hot glue or fabric glue the bottom of the basket base to the card.
  4. Mount gnome
    • Glue or sew gnome gently into the basket.
  5. Add flowers
    • Tuck and glue stems behind/around the gnome.
  6. Attach bees
    • Glue bees in top corners. Add wings made from lace, wire, or sheer ribbon.
  7. Final touches
    • Add optional glitter, stickers, or handwritten notes.

💡 Tips & Customization Ideas

  • Use double-sided tape or Velcro dots if you want the gnome to be removable.
  • Add a small crochet balloon or a banner in the gnome’s hand.
  • Turn this into a seasonal card (Easter, Spring, Christmas) with color swaps.
  • Use as a framed wall decor if you add a background!

This Amigurumi Birthday Card brings together handmade charm and joyful celebration—perfect for gifting a smile! 🧶💌🎉

🖨️ How to Make & Print a Greeting Card at Home with Amigurumi

🧾 What You’ll Need

✂️ Card Supplies

  • Thick cardstock (200–300 gsm) — matte or semi-gloss
  • Inkjet or laser printer
  • Paper trimmer or scissors
  • Bone folder (or back of a spoon) for folding
  • Optional: Envelopes (5×7″ fits most designs)

🧷 For Amigurumi Assembly

  • Hot glue gun or strong craft glue
  • Crochet appliqués (gnome, flowers, bees, basket, etc.)
  • Double-sided foam tape (optional for 3D lift)
  • Printed graphics (e.g., “Happy Birthday!” text or background)

🧑‍🎨 1. Designing Your Card

You can:

  • Use Canva, Microsoft Word, Google Docs, or Adobe Express (free online tools)
  • Set your page size to A5 or half of A4/US Letter (5″x7″ is most common)

📐 Layout Tips

  • Keep the top half clean for your amigurumi decorations
  • Use bold, fun text like “Happy Birthday!” in the top center
  • Leave space in the lower half for the yarn basket and gnome
  • Use soft pastel or natural-colored backgrounds to make the crochet pop

🖨️ 2. Printing Your Card

  1. Set your printer to high quality or “best” print setting
  2. Choose A5 size or set margins to print half-fold if using A4/Letter
  3. Print on the landscape side, so you can fold it into a vertical card
  4. Let ink dry fully before folding or gluing

✉️ 3. Cutting & Folding

  • If using full-page paper, trim the sheet to your desired card size
  • Use a bone folder (or ruler + spoon) to crease neatly along the center
  • Fold carefully and press flat under a book for a crisp shape

🧶 4. Assembling with Amigurumi

  1. Glue the yarn basket first at the bottom of the front panel
  2. Sew or hot glue the gnome into the basket
  3. Add flowers, bees, and wings using glue
  4. Optionally: Use foam tape under flowers or bees for 3D pop-out effect

Tip: Use minimal stuffing in each amigurumi piece to keep it flat and light for mailing.

🧡 5. Finishing Touches

  • Add glitter, washi tape, stickers, or handwritten notes
  • Insert into a 5×7″ envelope for gifting
  • If mailing, check with your post office for thickness requirements and consider using a padded envelope


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