Indoor DIY Garden Gnome
Create your own garden gnome for indoor decorating with this cute tutorial.
Create your own garden gnome for your indoor garden or mantel with this darling tutorial. With the help of a foam ball, felt, and a few other basic craft materials, this precious gnome is yours for the making. This is an easy craft project and perfect for the garden if you prefer gnomes to fairies! Get in touch with your whimsical side when you make this sweet project. If you love crafting with felt, this is a great project to try. You can even make him with the kids, just be sure to help them with the quilt pins for the gnome's face! Have fun deciding where to display him at home.
Estimated CostUnder $10
Time to CompleteIn an evening
MaterialsFelt, Styrofoam
Primary TechniqueGeneral Crafts
Materials List
- 1" Smoothfoam ball
- Classic felt cuts (your choice of color)
- Fur yarn - white
- Toothpicks
- Quilt pins - large red; 2 small black
Instructions
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Cut a 2" x 9" strip of felt. Roll tightly then secure end with lo-temp glue.
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Insert a toothpick into the ball to use as a handle, then glue fur yarn around the center for hair and beard. Add as much as you like, then trim as needed. Insert the toothpick into the center of the rolled felt (body) and secure with glue. Push the red quilt pin into the center of the ball for a nose and the 2 black quilt pins will be the eyes. If the quilt pin is long and comes thru to the opposite side, trim with wire cutters.
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To make a long, skinny hat, roll a 3" wide strip of felt into a cone shape. Glue then trim into shape. Secure to the head with 1 or 2 small pins, or glue. Glue a white pom pom to the tip of the hat.
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To make the arms, roll felt (about 3" long) around a piece of cord. Glue along the edge to secure, then glue the center to the back of the body. Trim if necessary.
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Why You'll Love This Gardening Craft
1. Add whimsy to your indoor space: Creating your very own indoor DIY garden gnome is a fantastic way to add a touch of whimsy to your home décor. Whether you place him on your mantel, shelf, or as a centerpiece on your dining table, this charming gnome is sure to bring a smile to your face every time you see him.
2. Family-friendly crafting: This craft project is perfect for getting the whole family involved. Kids will love helping to create their very own gnome, and you can even turn it into a fun crafting session for a rainy day. Just be sure to supervise when using quilt pins for the gnome's face to ensure everyone stays safe while crafting.
3. Personalized home décor: One of the best things about making your own indoor garden gnome is that you can customize him to fit your own personal style and preferences. Choose your favorite colors of felt, add embellishments like sequins or buttons, and make your gnome truly unique to you. Whether you prefer a traditional looking gnome or something a little more modern and quirky, the possibilities are endless with this craft project.
Which are better: gnomes or fairies?