St. Patrick’s Day Gnome Crochet Pattern

The St. Patrick’s Day Gnome Crochet Pattern is a festive seasonal twist on two popular designs, combining the Rustic Farmhouse Gnome Crochet Pattern with the Simply Sweet Shamrock Applique to create a lucky, giftable St. Patrick’s Day crochet project.

What is the St. Patrick’s Day Gnome?

The St. Patrick’s Day Gnome is a seasonal crochet variation created by combining:

• The Rustic Farmhouse Gnome Crochet Pattern
• The Simply Sweet Shamrock Applique

By changing the hat colours to classic green stripes and adding a shamrock detail, your farmhouse gnome transforms into a festive St. Patrick’s Day decoration perfect for decorating, gifting, or selling at spring craft fairs.

This lucky design is perfect whether you already own the patterns or are discovering them for the first time. Both patterns are available for free on the blog or as premium printable PDFs.

One Gnome, Endless Seasonal Variations

One of the best features of the Rustic Farmhouse Gnome Crochet Pattern is how easily it can be customized year-round.

Using the same base gnome pattern, simply change the hat colours and add themed appliques to create:

• Valentine’s Day gnome with hearts
• St. Patrick’s Day gnome with shamrocks
• Spring gnome with florals
• Fall gnome with warm neutrals
• Christmas gnome with festive textures

This makes the Rustic Farmhouse Gnome a versatile, reusable crochet pattern that works for every season without reinventing the construction each time.

St. Patrick’s Day Gnome Yarn Details

For this St. Patrick’s Day version, the hat is worked the same as the original Rustic Farmhouse Gnome hat, with one simple colour variation.

Hat Variation

The hat follows the exact same construction as the original Rustic Farmhouse Gnome pattern.

Instead of solid colour rounds, crochet:

• 2 rows of each colour
• Carry the yarn up the inside by crocheting over the tails

This creates clean striped sections without fastening off between colours.

You can use any worsted-weight yarn (#4) from your stash. I used Loopys and Threads Soft Classic yarn that I had in my stash, but if I were to purchase a yarn for this project, I would go with something with better drape, like Mighty Stitch Worsted.

If purchasing new yarn, I recommend choosing a soft worsted-weight yarn with better drape rather than a stiff basic acrylic. A softer yarn will help the hat shape fall nicely.

• Mighty Stitch Worsted – 208yds/100g
• Premier Basix Tweed – 260 yards/140g
• Caron Simply Soft + Tweeds
• Wool Of The Andes Tweed – 110 yDS/50g
• Berroco remix– 216 yds/100g

Shamrock Applique

Follow the Simply Sweet Shamrock Applique pattern exactly as written.

All other materials, hook sizes, and construction details remain the same as listed in the original Rustic Farmhouse Gnome pattern.

How the Patterns Work Together

To make the St. Patrick’s Day Gnome:

1. Crochet the Rustic Farmhouse Gnome exactly as written
2. Work the striped hat variation using 2 rows per colour
3. Crochet the Simply Sweet Shamrock Applique
4. Sew the shamrock to the front or tip of the hat

The shamrock adds a lightweight embellishment that keeps the original structure intact while giving it a festive St. Patrick’s Day look.

Pattern Note

The St. Patrick’s Day Gnome is not a standalone pattern.

This page provides:

• Hat colour modification details
• Yarn suggestions
• Guidance on combining the patterns

Please refer to the original Rustic Farmhouse Gnome and Simply Sweet Shamrock Applique patterns for full written instructions.

Why You’ll Love This St. Patrick’s Day Gnome

• Quick seasonal crochet project
• Great stash-buster
• Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day decor
• Fun addition to tiered trays or spring displays
• Ideal for craft fairs and market prep
• Easy to customize with different green shades

This is a simple way to refresh a popular design and create something festive and on trend for March.

Video Tutorials Included

Both the Rustic Farmhouse Gnome and the Simply Sweet Shamrock Applique include step-by-step video tutorials.

These are especially helpful for:

• First-time gnome makers
• Visual learners
• Understanding shaping and finishing

Watch the Gnome Tutorial
Watch the Shamrock Tutorial

Patterns Needed to Make the St. Patrick’s Day Gnome

To create this lucky gnome, you will need access to both patterns:

Rustic Farmhouse Gnome Crochet Pattern

Simply Sweet Shamrock Applique

Once you have both patterns, you are ready to make your own St. Patrick’s Day Gnome.

Rustic Farmhouse Gnome Crochet Pattern

Choose how you’d like to access the pattern:

• View the free pattern on the blog (ad-supported)
• Purchase the ad-free PDF on Etsy
• Purchase the ad-free PDF on Ravelry

Simply Sweet Shamrock Crochet Pattern

Choose how you’d like to access the pattern:

• View the free pattern on the blog (ad-supported)
• Purchase the ad-free PDF on Etsy
• Purchase the ad-free PDF on Ravelry

FAQ & Terms

I hope you love our St. Patrick’s Day Gnome. You might also love these crochet patterns:

• Simply Sweet Shamrock Applique – Free Shamrock Applique Crochet Pattern
• Mini Simple Gnome Ornament – Free Crochet Pattern
• Rustic Farmhouse Crochet Gnome Free Pattern
• Mini Plaid Gnome – Free Crochet Pattern
• Mini Mosaic Gnome – Free Crochet Pattern

This pattern is designed by Michelle Moore of MJ’s Off The Hook Designs Inc., based in Lakefield, Ontario, Canada. Your go-to source for modern, easy crochet patterns. Published on February 27th, 2025.

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