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Cut 9 small rectangles of Mongolian fur (1/2 inch wide by 1/4 inch high). Brush the fur on 6 of them to one side to make eyebrows (3 one direction, 3 the other). For the remaining 3 pieces, split the fur and brush to each side from the center to form a mustache.
Please remember this printable is for personal or classroom use only.Please see my terms of use below for clarification. Other Ways to Use this Paper Gnome Craft
By adjusting the color palette and the fabrics and changing up the props, your gnome takes on a whole new look. This tomte tutorial is so simple, it’s almost too easy. The only thing which is critical is the placement of the beard and nose… That’s it.
RELATED READING: Love Farmhouse? Make DIY Highland Cows with Faux Fur Now Featured in Holiday Crafts 2021! For the gnome nose, Ruth originally used hosiery and polyfill (see photos) but now uses flesh-colored wooden beads.
Tips on making Christmas Gnomes
If you prefer to buy a gnome, you can shop Ruth’s handmade collections at her Etsy Shop or visit her Facebook Group.
If you’re making the wee little hanging ornament type of gnome, use the pattern file called “gnome-hats-wee.” Alternately, if you’re making the chunky standalone type of gnome, use the pattern file called “gnome-hats-chunky.” Basically, the wee size is for gnomes about 2-3″ wide whereas the chunky size is for gnomes about 4-5″ wide. Come along for today’s creative project as I show you how to make easy DIY gnomes with instructions and a free pattern.Get your kids into the holiday spirit with this festive Winter Wonderland Paper Plate Wreath craft. With just a paper plate, a little paint and basic craft supplies you can make your own Christmas wreath. Cut a body shape from the felt and fold it in half, pinning the two long edges together, then sew along that edge.