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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!