Gnomes 2025

Our carved gnomes originally began as decorations for our own property, tucked around the house, scattered through the yard, and standing guard along the driveway.

I usually carve them in batches, but no two are ever quite alike. Some take inspiration from Vikings, Mongols, or Scythians, while others are simply woodland spirits. Whatever happens to be occupying my imagination at the time tends to find its way into their faces, clothing, and decorations.

When people stop to admire them at our tent, I sometimes ask, “Where else are you going to find a Viking or Mongol gnome?” It’s a little bit of Timber Posse humor, but that’s part of the fun. Each one is its own character, and there’s certainly no shortage of personalities among them.

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