How to Make a Gnome With Items Purchased From Dollar Tree! Must See to Believe! 🎄⛄️❄️🚗

[@CraftySherCupcake]

For those of you asking where the boots came from I bought them at HomeSense & Walmart, but I have seen similar boots at Dollar Tree and other craft stores during the holidays!!!

[@Jnt2252]

I use the unscented bath salts from dollar tree to fill the socks. Works wonders.

[@marycook6715]

I use the bath dalts also

[@patriciagriffin3142]

I’m in love! He is THE most adorable little man I have ever, ever seen. In our household we all agree that he needs a cousin who will live with us!

[@CraftySherCupcake]

Awwwww, if you make him a cousin I wanna see!😘

[@dawnweeber6400]

FYI, It would be good to put some yarn or cotton thread around the rubber bands as the rubber will get old much faster and snap. Just to help with longevity of those very very very cute gnomes that I will be making. Thank You

[@judytaylor4900]

I went to Dollar Tree and got the small knit gloves at winter and cut the finger tips off. Got 5 pair of gloves for a dollar!

[@catezaida8081]

I have watched several gnome building videos, but I have to say that YOUR little gnomes actually are the cutest in my opinion. That find of the tiny boots was the find of the decade for sure and for certain! What a stroke of genius! I too will be making Christmas gnomes for gifts because of your video and how cute your idea turned out. Thank you for sharing, I truly enjoyed this!

[@terrilombardo8382]

I discovered how to make the boots from scratch, so now I too can make your FANTASTIC gnomes!

[@lgcuzscienceyo2304]

OMGness, I made my first one tonight...squeeeee!!!!!!! He is awesome and I am excited to gift him to my best friend for Christmas! I am 1/2 way through my second one for another friend. I need to go grab a few more materials so I can make a third one for my mom. Thank you for inspiring me to get crafty again! COVID has sucked out a lot of my creativity brain cells, but this project has me all kinds of inspired and excited.

[@suefinn5583]

Hi Sher, love love love all ur gnomes u make each one is simply beautiful u are truly a artist

[@henrydavid8450]

Hello Sue

[@jeanvenditti1760]

A bag of beans from the $ tree works well. That’s what I use to make my gnomes. I don’t open them I just stuff them in the sock.

[@mattwright6249]

O do too. Our family just loves these gnomes, Looking forward to making the easter gnomes. Bless you for your guidance.

[@cherifenton1182]

You could have a little bird peeking out from his beard :) Thank you for the video, very cute!

[@henrydavid8450]

Hello Cheri

[@sallyturner1669]

Stick a bay leaf in the rice to repel bugs. There’s a couple different things to use but that’s the only one I can remember off hand.

[@c0l33ng0r33]

Peppermint to keep mice away.

[@lindsayslovelycreations320]

Just want to say I love how you give ideas for other items if we can’t find what you used!! I watched this years ago and still come back💜

[@stalean0301]

I've been watching a few of these gnome building videos, but yours is the best use of resources I've seen and very economical compared to the others (which are quite expensive to construct imho). Kudos to you and your innovations. Thanks so much!

[@henrydavid8450]

Hello

[@Kati_k_kuriosz]

You can get the boots in the party section and then paint them or cover them in the material you want. That’s what I’ve used in the past for now and boots when I can’t find them. I’ve also used $tree curlers for legs on standing gnomes

[@RAZORWEEZL1]

So adorable. You can probably use newborn baby boots too. They are inexpensive and you can cover them with fabric and stuff them or color them with fabric ink. What a fantastic job you did!

[@CocoButterfly88]

Best tutorial ever!! Thanks so much!

[@henrydavid8450]

Hello Donna

[@melbabowen4389]

I live in very humid SC and rice does just fine in the gnomes. I’ve made 100s. I also made rice heating neck pads with rice 20 years ago. I’m still using it

[@briannas.9310]

Im using rice sock to heat my sheets right now Lol

[@jrgiles100]

I was hgoung to say I made hot pads with rice..what we did was spray water with essential oils on the rice hand baked it in, still have the hot pads today

[@lindadagley5822]

I put my rice in the freezer for a week ..get the little eggs out. . I put a little rice at the bottom and use stuffing for the rest...I have snowshoes and skies for my feet..living in Canada..love the boots ..

[@dalemills7926]

We cannot use rice in humidity , you're right lol ..but lentils are the best choice I found for Gnomes..love it..and pillow Stuffing is a perfect choice ..omygoodness my polyfill jacked up to three THREE, times the price..ridiculous..I use a 40 percent off coupon for faux fur trim at JoAnns fabrics ..love your gnomes thanks ..us professional crafters use what we need where we can find it ....I am a grandmother teaching crafts in our retirement community..many of them love beautifully made items so we make it affordable for them!

[@joanne3799]

One of the cutest gnomes, love the whole thing, just looking at him makes me smile.

[@regvass4037]

I can’t stand how cute this is. I need the red buffalo check since it goes with my family room decor. Hope I can find those items at this late date!

[@paulakelly9244]

Love this little guy! Something to keep in mind for sturdiness is after you use the rubber bands tie off with string or embroidery floss. Rubber bands deteriorate and your gnome won't hold up. Tying off each one will be permanent. Great tutorial!

[@pattyfoster7465]

That's probably why she used twine over the rubber band.

[@elizabethvallely4044]

WOW! Sooo Cute love you give him arms and little boots! Thank you for sharing!!! Stay safe...

[@wanntabebetter]

Never been a fan of Gnomes, but I'm hooked now ! Great ideas....

[@r.c.miller6161]

Love your gnomes. You are as cute as they are! Such a perky, pleasant presentation.

[@lorifriel2302]

Brand new to your channel and I absolutely love how simple your tutorial is. No fancy or expensive supplies needed plus using up every little bit of that stocking, you’ve got that cute little guy nailed!. You’ve inspired me. Great job ❤X

[@trudyachenbach4268]

Wonderful take on simply made gnome! Thanks for the instructions.

[@TinaKazarian]

Oh my gosh, I couldn’t think of better way to enjoy my morning coffee then watching u make these adorable gnomes. U my friend are the best tutorial teachers out there, u literally explain things so well, love it and love u. TFS yet another beautiful creation. Have a awesome day 🤗🥰💖

[@jamiesmith1343]

Add some bay leaves to the rice for bugs, or moth balls for mice. These are adorable, thanks for sharing!!!

[@CraftySherCupcake]

Great idea!!😉

[@carolbeers967]

I saw you for the first time this morning (2 am) wow! You are so refreshing as an instructor! Thank you for taking the time to share your time and talents with us. I am so inspired to get started on my new gnome adventure and you really helped me out. Thank you 😊 💓

[@CraftySherCupcake]

Awwww thank you for all the kind words! Happy crafting!😘

[@scribbles728]

Wow I think he came out so cute. He looks awesome you did a great job. Thanks for sharing.

[@heatherstream8134]

You could also add longer legs and "sit" a gnome on a shelf. Goodness I need to make these as part of my "Handmade Holiday" gift idea!!!

[@louisecox9641]

Love that idea!

[@0110rroberts]

if people are worried about bugs etc if you are using rice or beans you can put a couple bay leaves in with it, or whole cloves, i like to sent mine so i use things like star anise and cinnamon sticks as well. you can use coffee beans. all kinds of stuff.

[@PrairieMom]

He is adorable. Making this guy with my 3 daughters this coming week when they get home from their respective universities. We will have a blast I am sure.

[@Empress888ER]

OK KZbin don't play with me. You know I did not dislike this video. No really I think I did it today when I was making my gnome. I was so Excited! I found the cutest lil boots at Target this year. Tfs

[@michellesebold4517]

The most amazing gnome! I love love ❤️ this gnome! The best one ever! I could go on and on about him. Thank you for sharing!!!! Super super cute!

[@noelleboehm1142]

I love Gnomes. I can't wait to make a Gnome. I love Dollar Tree and I go there all the time. I can't wait to learn Gnomes.

[@karenpalmer9988]

This is the cutest Gnome I've seen made so far... The boots really make him look so professional! I hope I can find the tree skirt, and fir covered stockings so I can make him! My sister loves them too! Maybe we could have a craft night, and make us one! Thank you for such an awesome tutorial...Love him!!!

[@karametate9631]

There are plenty in all dollar trees and- online!❤

[@marlenejones6266]

@@karametate9631 oh you have been to all dollar trees? Lol

[@MMM-hl4ef]

These are super cute and I like how big they are. I saw someone else put pipe cleaners in the arms so you can move them around that would be awesome in these. Just an idea. Thanks for sharing.

[@roxannamiguel7291]

I LOVE IT!!!!Just too cute! Thank you for letting us see how it came to life, and for teaching us how to try our hands at making one. Thanks!

[@CindyShapa59]

I love this not fussy method of making a bigger gnome. The boots make it all work. Adorable.

[@CraftySherCupcake]

Thank you! 😊

[@pattivargasvargas8076]

The cutest Gnome I have seen. I have watched multiple sites for Gnome making and your's is just outstanding. Thank you for sharing and giving us the fir tip. I bet there won't be a fir stocking left in the DT, but I will run over and hope to find some. Thanks again.

[@nicolemckenna4885]

I agree! The cutest I have ever seen too!

[@rockythedogo367]

Agreed. This one is the cutest I have seen also

[@aliciamcguire4008]

Agree 100%!

[@jacquienichol4863]

Out of all the gnomes people are making on You Tube yours are by far the best and most creative. I love tuning in to your channel. Keep on coming up with creative projects.

[@CraftySherCupcake]

Awwwww, thank you for your kind words!❤️

[@kathywoodruff9141]

I just started making gnomes. You inspired me to go outside my comfy zone. I call him my Scottish Gnome. I has some DT ornaments from last year and I haven't used them. I used the pair of red boots but I painted them black and added a different rin. I love it!!! TFS Love your's

[@janieleykauf3303]

I L♥️VE all your Gnomes. I'd love it if you'd make more Gnomes.

[@GrandmaSandy]

I did not this like this Gnomes ,I love, love , Him . so cute .

[@michelleporter9958]

This is adorable!

[@debimoseley3590]

I love that you talk slowly for us to be working together

[@amandasimpson9394]

Out of all of the gnome tutorials on KZbin, your's is by far my favorite! I make a lot of crafts from the Dollar Tree, but I can't believe that these are made of mostly Dollar Tree items! Thank you for sharing this with us! I'm definitely going to be making some of these soon. 😍

[@CraftySherCupcake]

Awwwww thanks so much for your kind words Amanda! Have a Merry Christmas! Happy crafting!❤️⛄️🎄

[@amandasimpson9394]

Thank you! You, too!

[@luannputman9102]

This has to be the easiest sock gnome tutorial I've watched, and you get the same if not cuter end result as the more complicated ones, thank you so much for sharing.

[@CraftySherCupcake]

You are so welcome!😘

[@cindyb3028]

I love these! I'm going to have to make some. I tried looking for the stockings for our mantle but didn't have any luck. If anyone is looking for material, Wal-Mart sells 60" of red/black buffalo fleece on line for $3.99. Great deal. Thanks for sharing❤️

[@LadyBereness812]

Cindy B; I don’t have the fleece but I bought a huge amount of the Black n White Buffalo Check Plaid fabric at JoAnns awhile back at 60% off. Plus it’s double wide fabric! I’m using it all throughout my home. Hoping I can use it to create these Gnomes too. If I can’t locate the boots I may just make them long, dangly legs similar to the arms!!! Holiday {{{ HUGGZ }}} ~Su

[@cindyb3028]

Sudan Napoli Berens I also bought a bunch of buffalo fabric from Joanns also. I always shop there for their sales. I stocked up on the boots to make gnomes everytime I saw them along with the snowman hats for diy's.

[@dabbylynn]

Glad I come across your video.

[@lynnjames5039]

An alternative for the rice is kitty litter that works just as well

[@Salmonde_At_Home]

Your little gnome is so stinkin' cute! I love him.

[@360patti]

Your Gnome videos are my goto, you have helped me so much to create these cuties, Thank you again Sher very appreciated.

[@haileyg.2778]

So sad that we can't post pics, but i made mine following your instructions... i love it... thanks for sharing!!!

[@CraftySherCupcake]

I would love to see what you created! You can email me a pic if you like! [e-mail]

[@0110rroberts]

joann fabric has rolls of 3 yards by 4inch wide fur. they are 3-4$ per roll depending on how big your gnomes are they would be wide enough for most sock gnomes.

[@andreascala4017]

Wish I would of seen your video in time for this Christmas! Going to hit up my local Dollar Tree's and see if they have anything left for next year. Thank you for sharing your talent.

[@sandys7118]

Unpopped popcorn works well to. Great idea and so cute!

[@cindyharrell5544]

I've made a bunch of the sock gnomes with the rice inside but these ones with the boots are to die for !!! I so hope I can find some of those boots.

[@katherineharlow7806]

All your gnomes are adorable!! God bless you

[@patriciamanz7506]

I am just as obsessed with gnomes as you seem to be! Your tutorial is easy to follow and your tips and suggestions for other supplies are an extra plus. Thank you SO MUCH for sharing your creativity with us!

[@OG_Beckie_Leigh]

Be right back. Gotta make a Dollar Tree run right quick! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️

[@phyllisburris7093]

I am not really a gnome kind of a person either but he is soo cute, I wish I had one 😉!

[@cristyalfaro4288]

It is the perfect Gnome! Thank you for sharing! 👍

[@lisafenn4238]

I have literally this minute discovered your channel and this gnome is freakin adorable. I have saved it to my craft fair ideas list and intend on making some throughout the year for the Christmas craft fairs next year. Off to binge watch more of your tutorials now. Sending much love from the UK. Happy Christmas xxx

[@amandajill3625]

Lisa Fenn I have watched all Sher’s videos, Great tutor and she explains everything so well. Hope we can find such cute stuff here in UK. XXX

[@lisafenn4238]

@@amandajill3625 Me too. Happy Christmas xxxx

[@NunyaBiznessK]

I am all about the gnomes. Lots of videos out there on how to make one. I really like yours alot. I will be on the lookout for supplies. Thanks

[@pamvandijk8636]

Just saw this ...omgoodness cutest gnomes ever..lam now on the hunt for boots ..hope they have them this year ...thanks for sharing ..

[@dianeericson7900]

Hint to find boots: just in case you hadn't thought of it, the old vegetable patch dolls used boots similar to this. I'm thinking garage/ yard/ tag/ rummage sales might have some. Even if they are scuffed and dirty.... Could also get creative with regular doll shoes: add a tube or make a roll out of any paper goods, sit it upright in the shoe, and use trims to disguise the "seam" at the ankle. Could cover with pieces of sock you aren't using. Picturing "spats" as well, made out of sock or any fabric... even felt.. Have fun!

[@luzberenguer9217]

Love these gnomes, you make it so easy, thank you for sharing

[@michaelacarroll187]

Just a thought, reinforce the rubber bands with string or yarn, over time the rubber bands will dry out and crumble.

[@charlenequarles4275]

Sher, this is The Cutest gnome I've ever seen !!! All your projects are awesome. Thank you for sharing. Have a blessed Thanksgiving and a happy and safe Christmas ! 🤗 🌹 Charlene Quarles 🌹

[@puppiesfollowus]

Absolutely darling. You can not possibly look at him without smiling! Great creative job💕. Love 🥰

[@ecrabbe09]

This is a perfect DIY to do with my granddaughters! They are so talented and have my love and my daughters LOVE for crafts!

[@cheryllundgren9685]

You are incredibly clever and resourceful! Those are adorable!

[@HappyLittleDrills-Carol]

This is the cutest thing, I've not seen any plaid Christmas stuff on any dollar tree around me😥 but love that gnome 😍

[@aliciamcguire4008]

This is the cutest gnome, and you use whatever you have or find at the dollar store! This is THE BEST!! Thank You!

[@henrydavid8450]

Hello Alicia

[@4014243]

YOU NAILED IT!!! This is one of the cutest DIY gnomes that I have seen! I think that my dollar tree has sold out of all of the main supplies but I will be on the hunt at other Dollar Tree stores if I head out of town. Thank-you for sharing and Merry Christmas to you and yours!

[@jenniferklockeman3858]

You've really help spark my creativity and what a bonus that I don't have to go bankrupt ! Thank you so much !

[@henrydavid8450]

Hello Jennifer

[@christyboone7535]

FYI!!!! I found boot ornaments at the Dollar General for $3! There are three to a pack!

[@sllashbr]

Can you mail me some in Canada?? Can’t find them anywhere!?

[@theresaohman7187]

I did too. Got 2 plus each.

[@sllashbr]

Found them at Dollarama in Canada:)))

[@dianetavegia2320]

I like how you save money by using items other people would have thrown out! Your Gnomes are the cutest I've seen!

[@CraftySherCupcake]

Thank you!😘

[@sharonlatour6230]

OMGEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!! he is adorable!! THAT is so cool, you did it on a budget too!! I love gnomes!!

[@aprillethayn1953]

Thank you for such a wonderful idea. I made 6 gnomes to add to my Christmas decorations.

[@piano_man]

They’re awesome gnomes you did a great job with them 👏👏👏

[@connie7126]

I Love It! Your Gnomes are Absolutely Adorable!!! Thank You! for sharing...Have a Great Day!😊

[@christinesamarillo993]

Wow wow wow Sher. I am generally not a gnome person but really this is the cutest gnome I have ever seen. Great tutorial. Thanks!

[@sterlinggrigg1150]

These are the first gnomes that I have even liked. Thank you for sharing. Nancy

[@sylvianick94]

So totally adorable. I love the addition of those boots!

[@francesfehrman741]

Those boots you can get anywhere they sell ornaments Walmart Hobby Lobby any places sell ornaments

[@charheaven8909]

Lol I love how u laugh with ur instructions! .... thank for sharing! Can’t wait to try this!

[@patquimby4667]

Sher, those are so cute. I'm starting my gnoming this wknd & I've got 2 ideas for you. Re rice: I'm in south Tx & boy do we have roaches. I used rice and added bay leaves.👍 Re beard: it's hard for me to find the beard materials, BUT I do have a book case full of yarn! I used that for my beards. Looks great! I'm told some of my little guys look like ZZTop.😎 thanks for your gnome info.🌟

[@solo34amos]

FYI…rubber bands tend to dry up and break after time so better to tie with string or twine and even add some hot glue to the inside of where you gathered the sock and nose material.

[@guineamills]

Those are so darn cutie. Love how it comes together and how easy to do.

[@Wherethewindblows524]

I love how u did this guy! Especially the trick for the nose. Thank u so much !

[@ThatCanadianGirlPassport]

Great job, this little guy is adorable! Merry Christmas!!!

[@loriseabrook1906]

To cute! Share with kudos!

[@idareandevers9211]

I enjoyed watching put the Gnomes together with simple things. Thanks

[@Tonia.lynn2411]

U should consider making him a female friend 😉 kinda like Mr and Ms Clause 🤗

[@lovinbosco]

Oh that’s a great idea!!! They would be so cute!!

[@DavidOwenCreates]

How do you make a female gnome though. They all have beards 😆

[@Tonia.lynn2411]

David Owen Creates just came up with this but make their beard in the back under the hat now looks like long hair and braid it

[@ecrabbe09]

@@Tonia.lynn2411 Exactly what I was thinking just braid their beards, LOL and put bows on the ends of them!

[@lindacovey3673]

Thanks for giving me some ideas of what I can use to make cheap 18 inch doll clothes for Christmas gifts. I love the black and red plaid,just hope my dollar has it and some more colors I will get a bunch.

[@mariamercado3946]

Absolutely adorable, I love him. I need a gnome in my life. Lol

[@BlueGenesis.]

Super cute gnome. I’m obsessed ❤️❤️ Nose alternative - cotton ball inside a white sock- brush on pink blush.

[@themuddycow2024]

He is SO CUTE!! Hopefully my local stores will still have "part" to purchase when I have funds available. I would LOVE to stock up for next year, to make these. Thanks for sharing your video!

[@JodysCraftRoom]

Oh I just love this. So cute!!!! 🎄⛄⛄

[@Iseeit4u]

Dollar tree Epsom salts worked great for their bodies.

[@zulmabontiffe487]

LOVE IT !!!!! .... NO WASTE , NO WANT!! PERFECT !!!

[@DiscoveringTheArtofLiving]

He is SOOOOO CUTE! I wish our Dollar Tree in Canada had such amazing selections