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 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 14, 2022 | Gnomes to Buy, Gonks, Gonks to Buy, Things to Buy, Valentines Day
Gonks are popular throughout the year but particularly around Valentine’s Day as they are cute and a way to show that special person in your life how you feel about them. Due to that, we have put together the best ones that you can buy on the internet below:... 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 14, 2022 | Gonks, History, Toys
The gonk toy is different from the gnome-style gonk and is a novelty toy that was invented in the 1960s by Robert Benson and has a furry texture, small, spherical body and googly eyes placed just above halfway up its body. They would often be dressed in themed outfits... by HeadGnome | Jan 14, 2022 | Gonks, History
The first mention of a gonk dates back to the 1600s 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...