This gnome has real character. Stout build, a big textured beard that takes up a good portion of the lower half, and a detailed butterfly sitting right on one outstretched arm like they're old friends. The butterfly has proper wing patterning, not a simplified shape, and the contrast between the gnome's earthy warm tones and the butterfly's spring colors is where the design gets its charm. Theres something about gnomes in spring settings that people cant help but like, and this one earns it.
5 sizes from 3.51 in to 7.50 in wide, stitch counts go from 20,254 up to 52,149. The beard texture is what drives the stitch count here, its done in layered satin and fill that gives a fluffy appearance. Cutaway stabiliser recommended especially for the beard area on any base with give, tearaway on firm wovens. Medium-to-rich density keeps the character details reading cleanly. Hoop snug and level so the beard layers register properly across all those close satin stitches.
A seasonal spring tote is the obvious fit here, its got that farmers-market, garden-season vibe that sells itself. A customer of mine did this on a kids jacket front panel and it was exactly the right amount of playful for a 5 year old who is really into gnomes right now as the customer put it. Works beautifully on a spring table runner center motif too. For the adult market, a linen apron front is a fun unexpected placement that reads charming rather than childish.
Drop me a chat note if the file format isnt loading right for your machine and Ill sort it out fast.
What people are using this design for
A starting point. The design works for plenty more than just this list, this is what folks have stitched it onto most.
- Spring seasonal tote bagA spring or farmers-market tote where the gnome and butterfly give the bag that personal handcrafted feel.
- Kids jacket front panelKids jacket front panel placement, perfectly scaled at the medium sizes for a 4 to 6 year old who loves garden creatures.
- Garden apron front designLinen garden apron front, the warm spring colors sit naturally against natural fabric tones and the character adds charm to a functional item.
- Spring table runner motifSpring table runner with one or two gnomes placed at intervals, the earthy tones work with most table linens.
- Cushion cover centerCushion cover center placement where the gnome becomes a conversational focal point on a sofa or garden bench cushion.
- Canvas market bag panelCanvas market bag with the gnome centered on the front panel, popular for spring craft fairs and seasonal sellers.
- Quilted Easter wall hangingQuilted Easter or spring wall hanging where the gnome and butterfly motif fits the seasonal garden theme.
Dimensions
5 sizes included. Stitch counts shown for the largest colorway.
| Size (in) | Stitches |
|---|---|
| 3.51 × 3.42 in | 20,254 |
| 4.51 × 4.40 in | 27,191 |
| 5.51 × 5.38 in | 34,671 |
| 6.51 × 6.36 in | 42,849 |
| 7.50 × 7.33 in | 52,149 |
Files & Formats
Eight machine formats included in one zip. Whichever your machine reads, its in the pack.
Plus a color chart for thread matching. See full format guide.
Reviews
No reviews yet for this design. Be the first to share your make once you have stitched it. Tag us on Instagram and we will feature your work.
You may also like
Other designs from this collection you might love
Blue Flower Fairy Embroidery Design, Instant Do...
Cherry Blossom Branch Embroidery Design, Spring...
Frog Love Embroidery Design, Cute Valentine Fro...
Your Opinion Is Not Part of the Recipe Embroide...
Fustergluck Kitchen Rooster Embroidery Design, ...
Spring Floral Gnome Embroidery Design, Machine ...
Bee Farm Raw Honey Embroidery Design, Machine E...
Coastal Lighthouse Embroidery Design, Machine E...
Red Tulip Embroidery Design, Machine Embroidery...
Raven on Tree Embroidery Design, Machine Embroi...
Celestial Alpaca Embroidery Design, Machine Emb...
Dog High Five Embroidery Design, Machine Embroi...
Browse by category
Pick a theme, find the perfect design for your next project
About the artist
Reyazul Masud Riham, hand-drawing every design on this site
Every design on Re Embroidery is hand-digitized by one person. Each file gets sketched, color-matched, and stitch-tested on real fabric before it earns a place in the shop. No team. No auto-conversion from images. Just slow, deliberate work, sometimes three or four days per design.
That's the joy I work for.
The hard part is finding my designs re-uploaded and resold elsewhere. So when you buy from Re Embroidery, you're paying one real person for the file you're about to download. That matters.
