Mini Xmas Gnomes

**You can find all of my patterns at the best prices on my website, where new designs will also be released first:** https://vknitb.com/downloads/mini-xmas-gnomes-knitting-pattern-pdf/ **Note to Customers: Please be aware that all of my patterns use the KLL (knit left loop) or KRL (knit right loop) increase methods. These are nearly invisible increases that help maintain a super clean look of the fabric.** Mini Xmas Gnomes are a charming set of festive knitted characters, perfect for adding a handmade touch to your Christmas décor. Featuring Santa, an elf, a snowman, and a gingerbread-inspired gnome, these little knits are fun to make and lovely for decorating, gifting, or creating a cheerful holiday display. All four gnomes are knitted flat on two straight needles and then sewn together. **MATERIALS:** red DK yarn approximately: 3 g white DK yarn approximately: 3 g beige and orange DK yarn approximately: 2 g green DK yarn approximately: 3 g brown/clay DK yarn approximately: 3 g black DK yarn approximately: 3 g yellow DK yarn for embroidery **KNITTING GAUGE:** 25 sts and 28 rows to 10 x 10 cm = 4” x 4” in stocking stitch (knit row on right side, purl row on wrong side) and 3 mm needles. Gauge is not critical for this project. Work tight enough to make sure the stuffing would not show through the stitches. **FINISHED MEASUREMENTS:** 14 cm/ 5.5’’ The size will vary based on yarn type, needle size and your personal tension. **NEEDLES:** 3 mm needles **NOTIONS:** Long tapestry needle Stuffing Removable sts markers **STITCHES & TECHNIQUES TO KNOW:** Long tail cast on method Knit Stitch Purl stitch Cast off Basic embroidery Changing colours Mattress stitch **Difficulty level:** intermediate Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or request. Happy knitting!