There is something undeniably grounding about bringing a character to life who seems to belong among the wildflowers. Sunny is not just a doll; he is a keeper of small joys and a reminder of the sun’s embrace, even on cloudy days. I have designed him to sit sturdily and watch over your creative space with quiet pride. Let us pick up our hooks and craft this little soul together.
About This Creation & The Rustic Charm
We often overlook the humble gnome in favor of more elaborate creatures, yet there is a profound beauty in their simplicity. Sunny the Meadow Gnome combines the earthy tones of the soil with the vibrant optimism of a blooming sunflower.
This project is designed to be a "stash-buster" of the highest order. It allows you to use small amounts of bright yellow, leaf green, and sky blue to create a high-impact accessory. He makes a splendid addition to a seasonal nature table, a thoughtful housewarming gift, or simply a cheerful companion for your desk. We are crafting a personality here, one stitch at a time.
Project Snapshot:
📊 Difficulty: Intermediate (Color changes and assembly)
⏰ Est. Time: 4–6 Hours
📏 Size: Approx. 18cm (7 inches) tall
"A garden requires patient labor and attention. Plants do not grow merely to satisfy ambitions or to fulfill good intentions. They thrive because someone tended to them."
Materials & Tools Needed
🧶 Yarn: DK or Worsted Weight Cotton. Colors: Earth Brown, Sky Blue, Bright Yellow, Leaf Green, Cream (Beard), Skin Tone (Nose).
🪡 Hook: 2.5mm or 3.0mm (to keep stitches tight)
✨ Other Materials: Polyester fiberfill, stitch marker, tapestry needle, pins, a small length of rustic twine or brown yarn for the hat tie.
Abbreviations & Stitches Used
ch: chain
sl st: slip stitch
sc: single crochet
inc: increase (2 sc in one st)
dec: decrease (sc 2 together)
BLO: back loop only
FLO: front loop only
The Complete Sunny the Meadow Gnome Pattern
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The Sturdy Body
Worked from the bottom up. We begin with the colorful base stripes.
Row 1: With Sky Blue, start 6 sc in a magic ring. (6)
Row 2: Inc in every st. (12)
Row 3: (Sc 1, inc) x 6. (18)
Row 4: (Sc 2, inc) x 6. (24)
Row 5: (Sc 3, inc) x 6. (30)
Row 6: (Sc 4, inc) x 6. (36)
Row 7: (Sc 5, inc) x 6. (42)
Row 8: (Sc 6, inc) x 6. (48)
Row 9: Change to Bright Yellow. BLO sc in each st around. (48)
Row 10: With Yellow, sc around. (48)
Row 11: Change to Sky Blue. Sc around. (48)
Row 12: Change to Bright Yellow. Sc around. (48)
Row 13: Change to Earth Brown. BLO sc in each st around. (48)
Row 14–22: With Earth Brown, sc in each st around. (48)
Row 23: (Sc 6, dec) x 6. (42)
Row 24: Sc around. (42)
Row 25: (Sc 5, dec) x 6. (36)
Row 26: Sc around. (36)
Start stuffing firmly, keeping the base flat.
Row 27: (Sc 4, dec) x 6. (30)
Row 28: (Sc 3, dec) x 6. (24)
Row 29: (Sc 2, dec) x 6. (18)
Row 30: (Sc 1, dec) x 6. (12)
Row 31: Dec x 6. (6)
Fasten off and close the remaining hole.
The Sky High Hat
Worked from the top down in Sky Blue.
Row 1: 4 sc in a magic ring. (4)
Row 2: (Sc 1, inc) x 2. (6)
Row 3: Sc around. (6)
Row 4: (Sc 2, inc) x 2. (8)
Row 5: Sc around. (8)
Row 6: (Sc 3, inc) x 2. (10)
Row 7: Sc around. (10)
Row 8: (Sc 4, inc) x 2. (12)
Row 9: Sc around. (12)
Row 10: (Sc 3, inc) x 3. (15)
Row 11: Sc around. (15)
Row 12: (Sc 4, inc) x 3. (18)
Row 13: Sc around. (18)
Row 14: (Sc 5, inc) x 3. (21)
Row 15: Sc around. (21)
Row 16: (Sc 6, inc) x 3. (24)
Row 17: Sc around. (24)
Row 18: (Sc 7, inc) x 3. (27)
Row 19: (Sc 8, inc) x 3. (30)
Row 20: (Sc 4, inc) x 6. (36)
Row 21: (Sc 5, inc) x 6. (42)
Row 22: (Sc 6, inc) x 6. (48)
Row 23: (Sc 7, inc) x 6. (54)
Row 24: FLO sc in each st around to create the brim flare. (54)
Row 25: Sc around. (54)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Lightly stuff the top of the cone if you wish it to stand very straight, or leave empty for a slouchy look.
The Guardian’s Nose
Worked in Skin Tone.
Row 1: 6 sc in a magic ring. (6)
Row 2: Inc in every st. (12)
Row 3: (Sc 1, inc) x 6. (18)
Row 4–5: Sc around. (18)
Row 6: (Sc 1, dec) x 6. (12)
Stuff firmly.
Row 7: Dec x 6. (6)
Fasten off, leaving a tail.
The Snowy Beard
Worked flat in Cream/White.
Row 1: Ch 11, turn.
Row 2: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across. (10) Turn.
Row 3: Dec, sc 6, dec. (8) Turn.
Row 4: Sc across. (8) Turn.
Row 5: Dec, sc 4, dec. (6) Turn.
Row 6: Sc across. (6) Turn.
Row 7: Dec, sc 2, dec. (4) Turn.
Row 8: Sc across. (4) Turn.
Row 9: Dec x 2. (2) Turn.
Row 10: Dec. (1)
Fasten off. You may sc around the entire edge for a smoother finish if desired.
The Helpful Arms (Make 2)
Start with Skin Tone.
Row 1: 5 sc in a magic ring. (5)
Row 2: Inc in every st. (10)
Row 3–4: Sc around. (10)
Row 5: Change to Earth Brown. Sc around. (10)
Row 6–12: Sc around. (10)
Row 13: Flatten the opening and sc through both layers to close. (5)
Fasten off, leaving a tail.
The Sunflower Appliqué
Center (Dark Brown):
Row 1: 6 sc in a magic ring. (6)
Row 2: Inc in every st. (12)
Fasten off brown.
Petals (Bright Yellow):
Join Yellow to any stitch of the center.
(Ch 3, dc in same st, ch 3, sl st in same st, sl st into next st) repeat around for 12 petals.
Fasten off yellow.
Leaves (Leaf Green - Make 3):
Ch 6. Sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next, dc in next, hdc in next, sc in last ch. Ch 1, turn to work on the other side of the chain: sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc. Sl st to first sc.
Fasten off.
Assembly & Final Touches
The Face: Pin the beard onto the upper part of the brown body section. Sew securely. Place the nose so it overlaps the top edge of the beard slightly and sew it down.
The Hat: Place the hat over the top of the body. Pull it down so the brim rests just on top of the nose. Sew the hat to the body securely.
The Arms: Attach the arms to the sides of the body, just under the brim of the hat.
The Flora: Sew the three green leaves onto the hat first, arranging them slightly apart. Sew the sunflower center and petals on top of the leaves.
The Rustic Tie: Wrap your piece of brown twine or yarn around the hat, just above the brim (under the sunflower). Tie a simple bow on the side for that "collected" look.
Tips & FAQs
Q: Can I use wool yarn?
A: Absolutely. Wool will give Sunny a fuzzier, more traditional look, while cotton provides that crisp stitch definition seen in the photos.
Q: How do I make him stand better?
A: Before stuffing the body, you can place a small bag of poly-pellets or a flat stone at the bottom of the base to lower the center of gravity.
A Final Word
I hope Sunny brings a smile to your face every time you glance his way. Remember, the imperfections in our work are simply the fingerprints of our spirit. May your garden grow and your yarn stash never tangle.
Yours in creativity,
Patricia
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