Gonks are quirky, gnome-like figurines with faces that are almost entirely covered by a large hat and fluffy beard (you can only see their cute bulbous nose). Note: For the Bride work 2 more rows of Row 6 so that her arms are long enough to hold her bouquet. If you wish, you can untwist the yarn in the beard to have more hair-like strands. Braids (Make 2) Female Gnome

When you think of unique Christmas decorations, gnomes and their less-known cousins, gonks, often come to mind. As a staple in British pop culture since the 1960s, gonks have cemented their place not just as quirky toys but as symbols with profound meanings. But what are these fuzzy creatures all about? Let’s delve into the enchanting world of gonks. Historical Origins of Gonks

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Life Size - These creatures are always three feet in the lore at most. You can find some standing life size gonks to place around your home, and they’ll look fabulous stood either side of a door or your television. That said, like many mythical creatures, gonks remind us of the beauty of traditions and stories passed down through generations. They’re a testament to the universality of certain themes: the need for protection, the warmth of home, and the magic of the festive season.

Tree Decorations - Threaded with a string, they’ll look wonderfully whimsical hanging from a branch on your Christmas tree, where they can watch over the presents until the big day. Sitting - Another popular style is a sand-bag type decoration, where the gonk’s body is weighed down with sand so they can sit stably on a shelf or table, where their legs dangle freely over the side. Before stuffing your gnome, sew your beard on to you gnome in a U shape. Make sure to leave room for the nose and keep the ends close to the edge of the top of the body to be able to hide them with the hat. Give your beard a little trim to shape and lightly mist it with some water, style the beard and let it dry that way to hold that shape. Row 1: Working into a MC, SLST to Magic Circle, *Ch1, Dc, Ch1, SLST to Magic Circle* Repeat from *to* a total of 5 times.Row 5: *Skip 1 ST, Work 5 DC into next ST, Skip 1 ST, SLST to next ST.* repeat from *to* a total of 24 times. We were one of the first to spot the gonk phenomenon and customers are loving them more and more every year,' says Frances O'Sullivan, Christmas gonk buyer at Poundland. 'It's frankly gonkers! Other gonk-mad celebs like Stacey Solomon have driven the trend. Santa better watch out – they're almost as big as he is.' What is a gonk?

Whether it’s a gonk or a gnome that catches your fancy, it’s essential to recognize the traditions and stories they represent. Their enduring popularity, especially during Christmas, is a testament to their cultural impact. From jokes to facts, learning more about Christmas gnomes can be both entertaining and enlightening. Conclusion Row 2: *CH20, turn, Work 2 SC into the 2nd CH from the hook, Work 2SC into the next 8 CH, SC into the next 10 CH. Skip a ST of the Foundation Row and SLST to the next ST of Foundation Row.* repeat from *to* a total of 3 times. Fasten off and weave in your ends. Use the starting tail to close the bottom of the first row. Bride’s Flowers (make 6) Fasten off and weave in your ends. The coat will be attached to the body like a cape and the arms will be sewn on top of the coat. Crochet Groom Gnome Assembly Instructions Feed your yarn ends through the center of the flower. Sew 3 flowers onto the Bride’s hat. Grab the yarn end of 3 flowers and knot them together to make a bouquet. Crochet Bride Gnome Assembly Instructions

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Christmas gonks — unique little figurines with long bushy beards and long knitted hats — are often considered to be the Nordic version of Santa Claus. Inspired by gnomes and hobgoblins found in Scandinavian and Nordic mythology, their popularity has been continuing to surge over the years. Gonks are best characterized by their simple, unassuming, and endearing appearance. They often have rounded bodies, similar to a stuffed toy, with elongated, gnome-like hats that sometimes obscure their eyes. Many gonks have prominent noses peeking out from beneath their hats, with a fluffy beard cascading below. Sew the beard onto the gnome. The beard will have the crocheted row shaped like a U. Style the beard and trim it.