{"id":1687,"date":"2026-01-14T21:35:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-14T21:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nanabumblebee.com\/?p=1687"},"modified":"2026-01-14T21:35:02","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T21:35:02","slug":"free-embroidery-pattern-gnome-with-a-giant-sunflower","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nanabumblebee.com\/?p=1687","title":{"rendered":"Free Embroidery Pattern: Gnome With a Giant Sunflower"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>I\u2019ve been working on a new embroidery pattern, and I\u2019m excited to share it with you: a little gnome paired with an oversized sunflower. It\u2019s a lighthearted design with clear lines, easy stitches, and plenty of room to play with color. Whether you\u2019re looking for a quick weekend project or something cheerful to add to your hoop wall, this one fits right in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/nanabumblebee.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/FREE-Enbriudert-Template-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1689\" style=\"width:333px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nanabumblebee.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/FREE-Enbriudert-Template-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/nanabumblebee.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/FREE-Enbriudert-Template-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/nanabumblebee.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/FREE-Enbriudert-Template-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/nanabumblebee.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/FREE-Enbriudert-Template-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/nanabumblebee.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/FREE-Enbriudert-Template.png 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You\u2019ll Get in the Free Pattern<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The downloadable pattern includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A clean black\u2011line template ready for tracing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A printable version sized for easy transfer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Five different sizes, plus reverse patterns.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As always, you\u2019re welcome to follow my palette or switch things up. Gnomes are adaptable little guys \u2014 they look good in just about anything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the DMC colors that I used:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Nose<\/td><td>3782<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hat, Pants, Shoes<\/td><td>155<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Big Sunflower<\/td><td>744<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Little Sunflowers<\/td><td>742<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Stem<\/td><td>580<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sunflower Centers<\/td><td>780<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a bright, friendly combination, but feel free to personalize it. Swap in a red hat, try a muted sunflower, or go full pastel if that\u2019s your style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stitch Suggestions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use whatever stitches you enjoy, but these work especially well with the design:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Backstitch<\/strong> for outlines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Satin stitch<\/strong> for the nose and shoes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Long &amp; short stitch<\/strong> for the sunflower petals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stem stitch<\/strong> for the flower stems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>French knots<\/strong> for the sunflower centers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The pattern is forgiving, so it\u2019s a great place to experiment or practice new techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Bit About the Design<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I wanted something that felt cheerful without being overly complicated \u2014 a small character, a bold flower, and a layout that\u2019s easy to trace and stitch. The oversized sunflower adds a fun sense of scale, and the gnome brings a little personality without requiring a ton of detail work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Download the Free Pattern<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your free gnome\u2011and\u2011sunflower embroidery pattern is ready to download and stitch. Print it, trace it onto your fabric, and make it your own. If you end up stitching it, I\u2019d love to see your version. Tag me on Instagram @nanabumblebee_embroidery<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You\u2019ll need some supplies:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Check your stash, but if you don\u2019t already have some of the items needed, please consider clicking on one of the links. I earn a small commission (extremely small) that will not come out of your pocket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Embroidery-Pre-Cut-Natural-Squares-Garment\/dp\/B0D83Q64TT?crid=201QO0OXWXZCZ&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.tNPdqYdyvjU6Y19c0ftFpVKQCGQMrnykrHmTY4dvkZ293B4s4f2nJnpD8E76qIEnhj5Wiuznd3NifBco4Ors-TRgIo8uUnd2egMSaZAoDsBFxtDCTohCpXHo5uF1r56q47hWc0CHDcZRRtbOb12B0wLNPLZM-WkKNF54KfSVrZ-vrvKAHQwfxS06To3E-i8LW6zbtSr0_XSC4MleOqVIgg5emP7AGE7HxCI4gdLkmf_N2N8nez0XBOlBONvsToJEeFBvX4Kt90w8UnoDI2_arKUeyG6AXA6mZkAefcwUjFA.7YViVPRsK2BTXDaPd_2g23YGuvFqzPNjDPRK7GyB14g&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=fabric%2Bembroidery%2Bsquares&amp;qid=1743749804&amp;sprefix=fabric%2Bembroidery%2Bsquares%2Caps%2C189&amp;sr=8-6&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=nanabumblebee-20&amp;linkId=9d8d3fcf13a58cd9b67fe75ec3dedd97&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Fabric<\/a><\/strong>: A piece of light-colored cotton or linen works best.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Frank-Edmunds-Assortment-Embroidery-CNSTH-A3557\/dp\/B07FFKF3BJ?crid=16IZ7I4C9NSD8&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.I21Tpj-oaJ0XBPJZxUA8RsFeNYt3IYtgQzWIIJlvkVqzfrCXRr1F0oXALtcnrmtkh35sEm5fwnqFKio1pRm-m_JaDDQNOiDqlv2bOgc1_MSquBVo3QCWtGEN5hT5s2FTzC4TUc9jDpOc1L9UuAuPU1UjYsjdBGQU3-rIHNPQ5EvjeP0KhZfcq6qgnLkGO6HWOnA12sQEh7qnq9lxQi91xXkcxGcfW7KdBxD6z1NqzjXOkHiuGBPYRkSV-tqse-J5ANglXDweSG0lELNfD8IauQOmyBOGhIOMGNVLcEyrvcA.PC8vB8TbufEOlZNSN-5bAXRe1IAYVRObe2Wu-t_04Hs&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=embroidery%2Bhoop&amp;qid=1743749844&amp;sprefix=embroidery%2Bho%2Caps%2C154&amp;sr=8-51&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=nanabumblebee-20&amp;linkId=ce2c57931005b46004264596070d9cc7&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Embroidery Hoop<\/a><\/strong>: A 6-inch hoop is a good size for this project.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Clover-235-Gold-Embroidery-Needles\/dp\/B000YQEVYQ?crid=1HB8M8HWAS5IG&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.5UW2BPm3xdxsu5OwhEV_fyxlNErOuX_BBqFq25Fq-e0Qf3YJxyNcRImBLxsqdlW5V1rY85O6Cz97mXA_UPrrBXWZ5rRMMLytz8MSLBw8Z1qhowO4NE4PMU2ewABuuEW5BqHrXGLbTGQKxYgryYz4J6jloPLJz5rc4am5yUTtRVrGL-pgiCBeBXzhUGd5a1Ix89V0Ys4-nUuv0EzBUBmQnfnD4hMmb_GsrbMm6tHc8krB6PS5E03CpggdekZCvYJbhfmdmTklzzUK2a8M6MZqYttWh15EhYUqt-uvlRlQ-J8.yo1gNfmFKlef5F04S28GDMCJoicV8Atp8_SfcvWo9eI&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=embroidery+needles&amp;qid=1743749895&amp;sprefix=embroidery+needles%2Caps%2C172&amp;sr=8-9&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=nanabumblebee-20&amp;linkId=e80d50b311d452170168e31306f34185&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Embroidery Needle<\/a><\/strong>: A size 7 or 8 needle is ideal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>DMC Floss Colors<\/strong>\u00a0(suggestions above)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/BIHRTC-Embroidery-Stainless-Handicraft-Needlepoint\/dp\/B0BR57SFHS?crid=3AF7IJ0CAHSYO&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.v1ZO7Giv1wptwgUdFflB8KK8-GAijuXE8H2vTWqV78CEIkobwaRBv-oydkCOrpl6Sm4JXCfD6TrHUR0_pUgX9DIPt-zS4QPyyvg5wPE5a_3vIh_UTdBmMSz7Mm5Ioui4pmXNwlT-aEUXEMFbyI54NO1zFBRPCgZy95ST_kkY-KlYn2P1Z7-6YIHy-MMVmwlCUwqqhqz69wrGpleQIYNcQiXO8c3vxr2aiQf0BLlHW4vnQW7JmZN0Vzvw9HYZ_iHJemgjNX84UrB6Rzt3Gb46aHHQZ1uIhM2AUwesJ8IAMac.rPBDPHHJHfhdrhZWtMkrqkBWqOBRQcG5qGr_i1AkBY4&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=embroidery%2Bscissors&amp;qid=1743749959&amp;sprefix=embroidery%2Bsc%2Caps%2C160&amp;sr=8-2-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=nanabumblebee-20&amp;linkId=3cff02a7ebfe48e147d4b2b3525e95a5&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Scissors<\/a><\/strong>: Small, sharp embroidery scissors for cutting thread.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/iNee-Erasable-Marking-Embroidery-Quilting\/dp\/B08LHGHBY4?crid=1ZA1MISYRNNWX&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.KO_NMakeBboGYZgJjsdRv7FO3yTOdNnccwuhwEoqwMFogGdDHTEFL9jAzNgI5Mt0Vsr8PUJ8cJkKpdTXv19Yb48mg31Z_ti8OI6nrX7z6OFJ95gpaiAUfy7j893VlyCp-3XfSEzk-mJ7DLbg9oGNBAkt4qyXsqU4sm6BlrDCvTVCTmlokMo8eW1xbr6Pz1k3z5aq8BHFhHzfvz4OxCgokJ7z18ZG_-rmQARltRgFQ8yt6D-OaSQf1kYRJCpzmHmMtzKhLl0OcKUaBe_SJ-S82t3kH-YNqXduk7tuZWI_fwE.qJibB21bAZmh5HBu2puLoAxwvpSUvDRmY_qibxdo7nI&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=inee+water+soluble+ink+pens+for+embroidery&amp;qid=1743750002&amp;sprefix=inee+water+soluable+ink+pens+for+embroidery%2Caps%2C126&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;psc=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=nanabumblebee-20&amp;linkId=799a1f19fdbf397658893c8f8df17678&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Water-Soluble Fabric Marker<\/a><\/strong>: To transfer the pattern onto fabric.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ready to Stitch?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Download your free pattern and thankfulness cards below by entering the password. If you don\u2019t know the password, you can get it in your \u201cwelcome\u201d email when you subscribe to my email list. I promise I don\u2019t spam! I typically write only one email a week. 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