by HeadGnome | Dec 11, 2021 | Christmas, General, History
Gnomes with their eyes covered are the Scandinavian version of Santa called a Tomte / Nisse and are not often seen. It is considered that their eyes are scary to look at and so this is why they are covered. Do you know about these little guys called Tomte?... by HeadGnome | Dec 11, 2021 | Christmas, History
The Nisse is known as the Christmas gnome and these are Danish. This is a figure that originates from Scandanavian folklore with Finland, Norway and Sweden all having their own version of him such as the Tomten. Before Danish people had their own version of Santa... by HeadGnome | Dec 8, 2021 | Dungeons & Dragons, Games, General, History, Video Games, World of Warcraft
Gnomes are quite peculiar beings, but their impressive wide array of skills can guarantee you a very interesting journey. While they may not be your first choice, a gnome’s yearning for knowledge makes them the perfect character for you to impersonate in RPG’s! There... by HeadGnome | Dec 7, 2021 | Christmas, History
The Tomte is famous in the world of Scandinavian folklore and shares a lot of the features of the traditional gnome which is why they sometimes get confused for each other. They are typically found on people’s homes and farms and are thought to keep these and... by HeadGnome | Nov 11, 2021 | Christmas, General, Gonks, History
Bring some of the Nordic air to your Xmas decor this year with fun Christmas Gonks. These little guys are inspired by Scandi elves, often having white beards and pointed hats during Christmas time. Whether you buy an large standing statue for your hallway or even just... by HeadGnome | Nov 8, 2021 | Christmas, General, History
In a number of northern European countries, Christmas gnomes are called Nisse. The mythology behind these creatures dates back to the late 18th and 19th centuries in which gnomes were thought to be sprits that inhabited households and were responsible for protecting...