I’m so excited to introduce Valentino Gonk Gnome to you all. I absolutely loved knitting this little guy.

He’s knitted flat using 3mm needles and DK yarn and has a weighted belly so he sits perfectly on a shelf.

His heart on his hat and the flower stems are knitted using the icord method and full instructions are given in the pattern.

I added a small amount of acrylic paint to add a sparkle to his eyes and blusher to his cheeks giving him a rosie glow.

I think he makes a perfect Valentine gift and my partner instantly fell in love with him, but he’d also make a wonderful gift for other occasions too.

You’ll also need some pipe cleaners and 5 x 15mm buttons