by HeadGnome | Feb 7, 2022 | General, History
The garden gnome, as we know it, originated in Germany. Gnomes are thought to have first be seen in the United Kingdom after Sir Charles Isham had been on a trip to Germany and brought 21 terra-cotta figures back. These figures were known as Gartenzwerg in Germany... by HeadGnome | Jan 24, 2022 | General, History, Mythology
Gnomes have rather an interesting origin story. Gnome-like figures were originally seen in Germany in the 1800s and these terracotta gnome figures were taken from there to the United Kingdom in the mid-1800s by Sir Charles Isham who used them in his garden. Word of... by HeadGnome | Jan 23, 2022 | General, Gonks, History, Scandinavian Gnomes
The creature that looks so much like Santa was not originally a Christmas icon. Gonks are inspired by gnomes and hobgoblins found in Scandinavian mythology, who would make their home near farms where they could find food for future generations among livestock or other... by HeadGnome | Jan 5, 2022 | General, Questions
The gnome is a creature from Germanic folk tales that has been depicted as good luck charm and helps around the house. They are said to live in barn rafters, watching over their owner’s animals as well crops or garden produce. What do gnomes protect you from?... by HeadGnome | Jan 4, 2022 | General, History, Questions
The purpose of garden gnomes is to bring good luck and protect buried treasure hidden away in their owner’s yards. Originally these people were thought of protecting precious minerals that lay beneath our feet like gold ore or silver coins; nowadays you can find... by HeadGnome | Jan 4, 2022 | Do Gnomes, General
Gnomes express their feelings for one another through a process of nasal rubbing. The act is known as “nosing” and it allows them to communicate without using words! Their smelling capacity is 19 times greater than a human being. What do gnomes smell like?...