by HeadGnome | Apr 16, 2023 | Christmas
A warm welcome to our community of gnome enthusiasts! We all know the charm and allure of Christmas gnomes, but have you ever wondered how these delightful little creatures became a global phenomenon? In this article, we will delve into the fascinating journey of... by HeadGnome | Nov 21, 2022 | Christmas
Why did the gnome cross the road? Some say that the gnome crossed the road to get to the other side. But others believe that he had a more nefarious motive. After all, gnomes are well known for their mischievous nature. It’s possible that the gnome was up to no... by HeadGnome | Nov 13, 2022 | Christmas, Gonks, Nisse, Tomte
The history of Christmas gnomes For many people, the Christmas season is a time for decorating their homes with twinkling lights, sprigs of holly, and jolly Santa figurines. But in recent years, a new holiday decoration has been gaining in popularity: the Christmas... by HeadGnome | Jan 14, 2022 | Christmas, Gonks
The tradition of Gonks everywhere! These little creatures make a comeback at winter time, when they’re thought to bring good luck and protect your home from all sorts solstices. The gnome-like figurines have their faces covered by large hats with fluffy beards (you... by HeadGnome | Jan 9, 2022 | Christmas, Gonks
Gonks are said to protect homes throughout the Winter solstice and festive season. Called Tomte in Swedish, Nisse in Norway and Denmark and Tonttu in Finnish, these creatures have short squat bodies with pointy hats that cover their eyes, together with cute bulbous... by HeadGnome | Jan 8, 2022 | Christmas, Gonks, History
The first mention of a gonk dates back to 1600 in Norway, and possibly even earlier than that. A well-known motifs of Nordic folklore the gonks part protector/elf on shelf who watched over homes from evil while also being mischievous themselves but had an often short...