Gnomes sweet gnomes! 20 colourful crocheted gnomes to make, gift and love, from best-selling author Val Pierce. Welcome to Val Pierce's world of amigurumi gnomes to crochet! Beginner-friendly, whimsical and bursting at the seams with fun, these adorable gnomes are brilliant stash-busters and make thoughtful gifts your loved ones will cherish. Choose from 20 different projects for a range of occasions including: a heart-themed Valentine's Gnome for that special someone; a pocket-sized Keyring Gnome with a daffodil hat adorned with bees and bugs; a Rainbow gnome with a fabulous rainbow outfit and matching umbrella; a Baby Gnome with a baby bear bonnet and milk bottle; a Halloween Gnome complete with his own pumpkin, perfect for spooky season; and Santa and Mrs Claus Gnomes to fill your house with festive cheer. With an average height of between 14 and 16.5cm (5.5-6.5in), plus the smaller keyring and larger pillow projects, these friendly little gnomes are the perfect way to make use of your yarn stash. With a short and sweet techniques section to get you started, you'll be filling up your home with cheeky bearded friends in gnome time!