Nome Schoolhouse Needle Felt Gnome Kit

Bring a touch of whimsical, handmade charm into your crafting space with the Nome Schoolhouse Needle Felt Gnome Kit. Whether you are looking for a relaxing, screen-free solo project for a rainy afternoon or searching for the perfect unique gift for a crafty friend, these "great little guys" offer a delightful, stress-free way to dive headfirst into the wonderful world of wool sculpting.
Every kit is designed with simplicity in mind and completely prepared at our historic fiber facility in North Dakota. You can mix and match your options to create a whole custom forest of mythical friends! Choose from three vibrant, deeply dyed hat colors—Radiant Red, Deep Blue, or Forest Green—and pair them with one of two natural beard textures: Classic White or Natural Grey.

Once completed, your compact, woolly companion makes a charming addition to any bookshelf, holiday mantle display, tier-tray decor, or office desk. It’s also an incredibly thoughtful, completely handmade token to pass along to a loved one.

Why You'll Love This Quick Craft Kit

• 100% Beginner Friendly: Designed with absolute simplicity at its core—no previous fiber arts, sewing, or knitting experience is required!

• Fun for All Ages: A fantastic, screen-free creative outlet for both adventurous older kids and crafty adults alike.

• Stress-Free Crafting: Includes clear, easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions that confidently guide you through every single poke of the felting needle.

• Perfectly Portable: A compact, low-mess DIY project that you can easily take on the go or finish in one comfortable sitting.

Specifications & Quick Facts

• Product Type: DIY Needle Felting Character Kit.

• Skill Level: Absolute Beginner / All Skill Levels.

• Custom Options: 3 Hat Colors (Red, Blue, Green) | 2 Beard Colors (White, Grey).

• Origin: Made in Nome, North Dakota, USA.

• Packaging Note: Each gnome kit is sold separately so you can collect, mix, match, and build your own custom set.

What comes inside a Nome Schoolhouse Gnome Felting Kit?

Each individual kit contains all the premium, small-batch wool required to sculpt your character, including specialized roving for the body, nose, chosen hat color, and beard fiber, along with a professional-grade felting needle and detailed step-by-step instructions. (Note: Foam felting cushions are sold separately).

What color options are available for the gnomes?

You can customize your gnome by selecting from three distinct hat colors: Radiant Red, Deep Blue, or Forest Green. You can also choose between two realistic beard shades: Classic White or a textured Natural Grey.

Do I need prior experience to make a needle-felted gnome?

No prior experience is necessary. This specific gnome kit is intentionally engineered as an entry-level, beginner-friendly craft. The instructions break the basic shaping down into clear, highly manageable steps that ensure success for crafters of all skill levels.

Where are these gnome craft kits produced?

All Nome Schoolhouse craft kits are curated, hand-packed, and produced in the United States on-site at the historic Nome Schoolhouse in Nome, North Dakota (ND), USA, utilizing wool sourced from regional Midwest family farms.