Thanksgiving Gnomes and Turkey Knitting Pattern

I simply couldn’t resist sharing this Thanksgiving gnome and turkey knitting pattern by Cheryl Andrews because it’s equal parts hilarious and heart-meltingly cute. There’s just something about a group of pudgy gnomes in oversized hats hanging out with a plump little turkey that instantly makes me smile. It’s the kind of whimsical holiday knitting project that brings a little extra joy to your seasonal decorating.

The Thanksgiving knitting set includes three characters—two gnomes and their feathered turkey friend—all cleverly designed so that their faces are mostly hidden under their tall, floppy hats. This design choice not only keeps them looking quirky and charming, but it also makes the knitting a little simpler since you don’t need to fuss with facial details. The bodies and accessories are worked up in worsted weight yarn, which means the pieces come together fairly quickly, even with all the little extras that make the pattern so special.

And yes, Cheryl even thought of the finishing touch—a miniature knitted cornucopia! You can tuck it into the scene to give the gnomes something festive to carry, or place it beside your turkey for a perfect Thanksgiving centerpiece idea.

These little characters would look right at home on your holiday table, tucked into a seasonal mantel display, or even attached to a wreath to welcome guests at the front door. They’re also just the right size for gift-giving to that friend or family member who loves whimsical holiday décor.

If you’re looking for a fun Thanksgiving knitting project that’s equal parts quick, quirky, and festive, this pattern is definitely worth adding to your holiday lineup. You can find the full pattern available on Ravelry.

You can get the pattern on Ravelry.

[Photo: Cheryl Andrews.]

Adding a bit of knitting to your fall decor is a lot of fun, whether it’s knit pumpkins or a bunch of adorable knit ghosts like these.

Knit ghosts can be super simple like this free ghost knitting pattern from Trixie Zynch on Ravelry. Using about 50 yards of worsted weight yarn, they’re worked from the bottom up and are super cute as a pair.

This fuzzy little ghost from Forest Knitting Toys is holding a pumpkin and wearing a witch hat, though of course the accessories are optional, as is the fuzzy yarn. The main yarn is chunky and the ghost measures about 10 cm/4 inches tall. It’s worked in the round.

Another fuzzy ghost in more of a Pacman style is this ghost plushie form South Stitch Girls. It’s worked in the round with bulky yarn and includes a sweet little bow you can make in whatever color you like.

The ghost doll from Edith Grace Designs has little arms and a curl at the top of its head. The body is worked flat using DK weight yarn and you could also work it in glow in the dark yarn for extra fun. The body and head are worked in one piece with the arms knit separately.

The Grim Grinning Ghosts from Susan Claudino are super cute and you can knit them in any yarn and gauge you like to make ghosts of different sizes. These are worked in the round with the body done in one piece and the arms are knit separately. The ghosts shown were knit in sock yarn, DK and worsted weight yarn. You can find the pattern on Ravelry.

Make a ghost with funny striped legs with this ghost shelf sitter design from Claire Fairall Designs. It’s worked in three colors of DK weight yarn, and the letters spelling out boo are made with strips of garter stitch sewn into shape.

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