Graduation Gnome

"Celebrate your favorite graduate with an adorable, customizable Graduation Gnome. This graduation gnome pattern features a classic mortarboard cap and outfit in the graduate's school colors, and can then also be personalized with a fluffy beard, sweet braids, or playful curly hair. Whether you’re creating a keepsake for a senior, decorating for a graduation party, or making a heartfelt, handmade gift, this charming gnome is full of personality and school spirit. Add your own color combinations, tassel details, and finishing touches to create a one-of-a-kind crochet graduation companion that will be treasured for years to come. PATTERN INFORMATION + The pattern is written in English using US crochet terminology. SKILLS NEEDED + The skill level needed is intermediate (but ambitious beginners are always encouraged to try!). + The techniques you will need to know include chain, single crochet, slip stitch, single crochet increase and decrease, invisible decrease, working in the back bar of the ch, working in the front and back loop only, bobble stitch, the invisible finish, starting an oval piece with a foundation chain, looping yarn, and the adjustable (magic) ring. MATERIALS NEEDED (more specifics are noted within the pattern) + yarn in your choice of colors (about 235-255 yds/215-233 m of worsted/aran) + a size E/4 (3.5 mm) crochet hook + stitch markers + tapestry needle + stuffing + pins + scissors + chopstick to help stuff + pet slicker brush (optional) FINISHED MEASUREMENTS + Using hook size E/4 (3.5 mm) and worsted yarn, the Graduation Gnome measures approx 8 inches (20 cm) tall. + Using hook size 1.50 mm and size 10 crochet thread, the Miniature Graduation Gnome measures approx 4 inches (10cm) tall. "

Crochet HookE/4 or 3.5 mm hook

Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)

Crochet GaugeGauge is not essential to this project, but a tight, even tension should be maintained.

Finished Sizeapprox 8 inches (20 cm) tall

Materials List

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