Uploaded October 2020 | Updated September 2026, 4 hours ago

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Do you have a piece of vintage needlework just waiting to be made into a fun new design? This Fall Cone Gnome is the answer! It's fun, easy and quick.

You Can Make This!

Supplies:
One 17-inch tall paper mache cone,
One thrifted sweater,
One piece of vintage needlework at least 14 inches square (can be embroidery, quilting, needlepoint, crewel, etc.)
Paper, pencil and ruler for patterns,
Sewing machine and thread to match fabrics,
Straight pins, Needle and heavy-duty thread (button and craft thread)
Thimble (optional)
Good-quality long pile fur in your choice of color,
Scissors,
Hot Glue Gun and Hot Glue Sticks,
One 1-inch wooden split ball (Woodpile Fun! from Hobby Lobby)
Cosmetic blush and cotton swab
Hairspray