by HeadGnome | Jan 13, 2022 | Gonks, Scandinavian Gnomes
Yes. 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...
by HeadGnome | Jan 13, 2022 | Gonks, History, Scandinavian Gnomes
The adorable little creatures are popping up all over! You’ll find them in bedding, tree decorations and more. They’re not just for Christmas; these gnomes have their roots steeped deep into Scandinavian mythology where they first appeared as neutral...
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 9, 2022 | Gonks
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 themselves but often had a...
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...
by HeadGnome | Jan 1, 2022 | Danish Gnomes, Gonks, Scandinavian Gnomes, Swedish Gnomes
Gonkert is such a stylish little guy. He’s got an amazing soft furry beard and hat under his silver wig, which matches perfectly with the white trim around it! He’s the most festive of all Santas! He has an impressive soft, felt-like grey body with arms that...
