Say hello to the Amigurumi Ladybug Gnome, a cheerful little forest friend who’s ready to bring a pop of color and charm to your crochet collection! 🍄🧶 With his bright red hat sprinkled in polka dots and tiny flowers, a flowing white beard, and a sweet ladybug companion dangling from the tip of his hat, this gnome is bursting with personality. Whether you’re crafting for springtime décor, a nature-loving pal, or just want a dose of whimsy on your shelf, he’s sure to make hearts flutter.
Perfect for crocheters who love playful details and vibrant themes, this pattern invites you to mix textures, experiment with embellishments, and add your own creative twist. Stitch him up as a standalone cutie or pair him with other garden-inspired amigurumi for a full enchanted scene. The Amigurumi Ladybug Gnome is a delightful way to stitch up joy, nature, and a whole lot of handmade magic—one loop at a time! 🐞🧵
🐞 Ladybug Gnome Amigurumi Crochet Pattern
This adorable gnome, dressed in a red hat with black polka dots, daisy-like flowers, and a dangling ladybug, brings woodland whimsy to your crochet projects. With his long white beard, tiny nose, and sweet details, he’s the perfect handmade decoration or gift.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – involves shaping, color changes, and assembling multiple appliqués.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 22–25 cm (9–10 inches) tall when made with DK/worsted yarn and a 3.0–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
- Red yarn (body, hat)
- Black yarn (shoes, polka dots, ladybug, string)
- White yarn (beard, flowers)
- Yellow yarn (flower centers)
- Beige yarn (nose, hands)
- Polyfill stuffing
- Yarn needle & scissors
- Crochet hook: 3.0–3.5 mm
🪡 Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR = Magic Ring
- sc = single crochet
- inc = increase (2 sc in same stitch)
- dec = decrease (sc2tog)
- ch = chain
- sl st = slip stitch
- FO = fasten off
👣 Pattern
1. Body (Red)
- MR, 6 sc [6]
- inc x6 [12]
- (sc, inc) x6 [18]
- (2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
- (3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
6–18. sc around [30] - (3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
- sc around [24]
FO, stuff firmly.
2. Shoes (Black, make 2)
- MR, 6 sc [6]
- inc x6 [12]
- (sc, inc) x6 [18]
4–6. sc around [18] - (sc, dec) x6 [12]
Stuff, FO. Sew to body base.
3. Hands (Beige, make 2)
- MR, 6 sc [6]
- (sc, inc) x3 [9]
3–4. sc around [9]
Lightly stuff, FO. Attach at sides.
4. Nose (Beige)
- MR, 6 sc [6]
- inc x6 [12]
3–4. sc around [12]
FO, stuff lightly. Attach under hat brim.
5. Hat (Red, tall & curved)
- MR, 4 sc [4]
- sc around [4]
- (sc, inc) x2 [6]
- sc around [6]
- (2 sc, inc) x2 [8]
- sc around [8]
- (3 sc, inc) x2 [10]
… continue increasing every 2–3 rounds until ~40–42 sts at brim.
Work 4 rows even. FO.
Tip for curve: Do not stuff the last 4–5 rows at the tip. When attaching, bend the tip slightly to one side and stitch in place.
6. Beard (White)
Cut 20–25 strands of white yarn (~10 cm each).
Latch-hook under nose area, trim to a straight point.
7. Hat Decorations
Black Polka Dots
- Small dot: MR, 6 sc, join. FO.
- Medium dot: MR, 6 sc → inc in each [12]. FO.
Make 6–7 dots, mostly attaching on the front and lower half of hat.
Flowers (Two Sizes)
- Small Flower: MR, 5 sc. (ch 2, sl st in next st) x5 for short petals.
- Regular Flower: MR, 6 sc. (ch 3, sl st in next st) x6 for longer petals.
Sew yellow center (French knot or 6 sc MR in yellow).
Make 5–6 flowers, sew scattered between dots.
8. Ladybug Charm
Head (Black): MR, 6 sc, join. FO.
Body (Red): MR, 6 sc [6] → inc around [12] → (sc, inc) x6 [18]. FO, stuff.
Embroider line down center, add exactly 6 black spots (3 per side).
Eyes: 2 small white circles with black pupils.
Sew to head.
Attach body to hat tip with a black ch string (8–10 chains) so it dangles.
🧷 Assembly
- Attach beard first, then nose over it.
- Place hat snugly, tilted forward to cover eyes. Sew securely.
- Add polka dots and flowers to hat.
- Stitch shoes and hands in place.
- Bend hat tip and stitch down slightly for the whimsical curve.
- Attach ladybug charm to hat tip.
🌟 Finishing Touches
- Steam block hat for smooth shaping.
- Trim beard evenly.
- Arrange flowers and dots for a natural scattered effect.
And there you have it—your very own Ladybug Gnome! With his spotted hat, sweet flowers, and lucky ladybug charm, this little woodland friend is sure to bring a smile to anyone who sees him. Whether you make him as a gift, a spring decoration, or just for fun, he’s guaranteed to spread a little handmade magic.
