Quick & Easy Christmas Planter Gnomes

It’s funny how ideas come to life... I see a tall pointed Obelisk and imagine a great Holiday Planter Gnome!

Faux fur has come a long way! For these gnomes you'll need some white fur (for beard), some accent fur, & some red fabric (fleece works great)

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A Gnome needs a tall hat! Measure your form and sew (or glue) a tall hat. Adding rustic a fur trim will make him even more 'Nordic'!

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Make a pom-pom by cutting a circle, stitch the edge and pull tight to make a fur ball to attach to hat.

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The Nose is a ball made from a sock stuffed with some batting/fibrefill. Make a couple stitches to create nostrils.

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Ready to assemble the gnomes... (Upside down tomato cages can also work)

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These tall obelisks are fantastic for planters all year and even better as a form for these gnomes! Get some greenery from the local store or your garden & tie around bottom...

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The beard is a simple triangle tied over the greenery. The fuzzier the better! You could even cut some fabric into strips, use mop head etc...

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The best part is the pieces are so easy to store for next year. These Amazing gnome fellows are very tall!

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Pop the obelisk form into any planter and that's it! They welcome the Christmas holiday visitors at the doors.

Even the canadian weather does not really affect them! Happy Holidays!

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