Skeleton Gnome

**Meet the Skeleton Gnome!** This spooky yet adorable Halloween-themed gnome features a tall curved hat with an appliqued pumpkin and a charming mini skeleton hanging from the tip. It makes a perfect handmade Halloween decoration or a festive gift. ### Materials Needed: * **Yarn:** Sport / 5-ply (or DK) cotton/acrylic blend yarn: * Black (for body and hat) — approx. 50-60 g * White (for beard and skeleton) — approx. 20 g * Beige/Nude (for nose and hands) — small amount * Orange & Brown (for pumpkin applique) — small amount * **Crochet Hook:** 2.0 mm – 2.5 mm (or size suitable for your yarn to achieve tight stitches) * **Stuffing:** Fiberfill / Polyester toy stuffing * **Notions:** Tapestry needle, stitch marker, scissors, black embroidery floss (for skeleton facial details) ### Additional Information & Notes: * **Skill Level:** Intermediate * **Terminology:** US Crochet Terms * **Work Style:** The body, hat, and limbs are worked in continuous spirals (in the round) unless otherwise stated. * **Gauge:** Gauge is not critical for this project, but your stitches should be tight enough so that the stuffing does not show through.