This Wee little Gnome works up quickly, with minimal sewing (nose only), and uses very little yarn.
Using the hook and yarn suggested, he stands approximately 3 1/2” tall.

Stitches used in this pattern -
MR – magic ring
ch - chain
st(s) – stitch(es)
slst – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
dc – double crochet
FLO – front loop only
BLO – back loop only
sc-inc – increase (work 2 single crochet in the same space)
hdc-inc – increase (work 2 half double crochet in the same space)
dc-inc – increase (work 2 double crochet in the same space)
dec – decrease (using the invisible method pick up the FLO of next 2 sts, (yarn over & pull through 2 loops)