Unleash Spooky Charm with DIY Halloween Gnomes: Mummy Gnomes

Get ready to bring a spooky twist to your DIY gnome collection this Halloween!

In this step-by-step tutorial, we’ll guide you through the process of creating your very own Mummy Halloween Gnomes.

These little creatures are the perfect blend of whimsy and eerie charm, making them a fantastic addition to your Halloween decorations. So grab your hot glue gun and scissors, and let’s unravel the secrets of crafting these adorable and haunting Mummy Gnomes that will surely enchant your home.

Gathering Supplies to Make Your Own Gnomes

Materials Needed

• One foam cone 10.8cm x 5.6cm
• One foam egg approx. 5cm x 3.5cm
• Pantyhose- color of your choice. 3 x squares roughly 5cms x 5cms
• Fibre fill or something similar
• 3 small silicone bands
• Wooden sticks cut to the length of your choice example -2 x 5cms long
• Material: A soft felt is best as it can be manipulated and doesn’t fray. 30cm x 30cm square should be plenty.
• One small plastic eye size of your choice (optional)
• Decorations example some small spiders

Tools Needed

• A hot glue gun
• Scissors
• A craft knife

Instructions

Preparation

• Cut 2 pieces of felt for the legs roughly 3cms x 6cms – for a 5cm stick
• Cut 2 pieces 6cm x 8cms for the bottom of the feet.
• Cut pieces of felt roughly 5 cm long and 4-5cms long for the arms.
• Cut a square 2.5cm x 2.5cm for the eye (optional)
• Cut some long strips roughly 1.5cms and as long as possible for the body and head wrapping.
• Fur Fabric of your choice roughly 5cms x 5cms cut into a V shape.

Nose and Hands:

1. Use a square of pantyhose and push in some fiberfill to form a ball shape. Twist, then wrap around a small silicone band. Make 2 hands and 1 nose (the nose should be bigger).
2. Trim off the excess material, leaving a little for gluing.

Feet and Legs:

1. Cut the foam egg in half for the feet (2). Be careful when using a bread knife or craft knife (This step should be done by an adult).
2. Glue the sole of the feet onto a piece of cloth and trim off any excess.
3. Take a wooden leg piece and glue it lengthwise onto the 3cm end of the 3cm x 6cm strip of felt. Roll it up and glue it down at the end, ensuring you leave a bit of wood at each end, which will be glued into the body and the foot. Repeat for the other leg.
4. Decide where you want the leg to go in on the foot and make a hole with a pair of scissors (best done by an adult). Do this on both sides, then apply some hot glue and insert the legs (wooden part) at a slight angle, facing inward.
5. Cut strips of felt roughly 1.5cm wide but as long as you like to resemble bandages. Use these strips to cover the top of the feet in a pattern you’re happy with. Trim off any excess.Glue the heels together, this is for stability.

Arms:

1. Take your piece of felt for the arm and glue a hand onto one end. Roll the material lengthwise, ensuring the silicone band doesn’t show and the seam is in the middle.
2. Repeat for the other arm.

Body, Head, Eye, and Beard:

1. Use the foam cone as a template and cut out a slightly larger circle from the felt.
2. Glue the felt circle onto the bottom of the foam cone. Snip around the edge and glue the material up the sides of the cone.
3. Cut a square piece of felt, approximately 2.5cm x 2.5cm, for the eye (optional). Cut a small slit in the material for the eye, then glue it over the eye, allowing the eye to peek through.
4. Decide where you want the eye to sit and glue it onto the foam cone.
5. Glue the nose onto the cone.
6. Glue the V-shaped fur fabric (beard) onto the cone and around the nose.
7. Cut strips of felt, roughly 1.5cm wide but as long as you like. Use these strips to glue onto the foam cone in a pattern of your choice, taking care not to cover the beard or eye if you’ve added one.

Legs and Arms:

1. Use some paint or a marker to mark the top of the legs. Place the body on the legs to transfer the marks.
2. With a pair of scissors, make holes at the marked spots. Apply hot glue to the holes and insert the legs, ensuring the feet are sitting flat on the surface and facing forward.
3. Decide where you want the arms and glue them on.

Decorations:

1. Add any desired decorations, such as small spiders, to personalize your mummy gnome.

Congratulations, your Mummy gnome is finished! Be sure to give it a name to bring it to life.

Free Pattern Download

If you’re eager to get started, I have a special offer for you. You can download the detailed written instructions for free, allowing you to have them handy as you embark on your mummy gnome-making adventure. Simply click the link below to access your free instructions and begin crafting your own mummy gnome masterpiece.

For those who prefer a more immersive learning experience, I’ve also created a comprehensive video tutorial that guides you through each step in detail. The video provides visual demonstrations and additional tips to ensure your mummy gnome turns out just the way you envision. You can download the video tutorial below for a one-time fee of $7.99 USD.

Whether you choose the written instructions with cut-out pattern or the video tutorial, I’m confident that you’ll find joy in the process of creating your very own handmade mummy gnome.

Conclusion

As you put the finishing touches on your Mummy Gnome, you’ll be amazed at how these adorable creatures have transformed into hauntingly cute Halloween decorations.

These funny little gnomes will add a touch of spookiness to any corner of your home, that both kids and adults will enjoy. So let your creativity shine and embrace the Halloween spirit by creating an entire army of Mummy Gnomes to watch over your festivities.

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Happy crafting, and may your Halloween be filled with mummy-themed fun and whimsical charm!

Supplies are available at the following stores

If you’re needing an idea on where to source the tools or materials, I’ve put together a rough list of ideas below depending where you are in the world.

USA:

1. Hot Glue Gun:
   • Michaels: Hot Glue Guns at Michaels
2. Scissors and Craft Knife:
   • Michaels: Scissors at Michaels
   • Michaels: Craft Knives at Michaels
3. Foam Cone and Foam Egg:
   • Joann: Foam Cones at Joann
4. Pantyhose:
   • Walmart: Pantyhose at Walmart
5. Fiber Fill:
   • Amazon: Fiber Fill on Amazon
6. Silicone Bands:
   • Walmart: Silicone Bands at Walmart
7. Wooden Sticks:
   • Michaels: Wooden Sticks at Michaels
8. Soft Felt:
   • Michaels: Felt Fabric at Michaels

Canada:

1. Hot Glue Gun, Scissors, Craft Knife, Foam Cone, Foam Egg, Pantyhose, Fiber Fill, Silicone Bands, Wooden Sticks, Soft Felt:
   • Michaels Canada: Shop at Michaels Canada

Australia:

1. Hot Glue Gun, Scissors, Craft Knife, Foam Cone, Foam Egg, Pantyhose, Fiber Fill, Silicone Bands, Wooden Sticks, Soft Felt:
   • Spotlight: Shop at Spotlight Australia

New Zealand:

1. Hot Glue Gun, Scissors, Craft Knife, Foam Cone, Foam Egg, Pantyhose, Fiber Fill, Silicone Bands, Wooden Sticks, Soft Felt:
   • Spotlight NZ: Shop at Spotlight NZ

UK:

1. Hot Glue Gun:
   • Hobbycraft: Hot Glue Guns at Hobbycraft
2. Scissors and Craft Knife:
   • Hobbycraft: Scissors at Hobbycraft
   • Hobbycraft: Craft Knives at Hobbycraft
3. Foam Cone and Foam Egg:
   • Hobbycraft: Foam Cones at Hobbycraft