It’s great news for fans of the Scandinavian creatures, because Valentine’s Day and Easter gonks are now officially a thing!

To pass on some kindness recently shown to me, I would like to post one of the 4 gonks available from Poundland to the first 4 people who cannot maybe access one and want one. Gonks (gnomes that have no eyes) which originate from Scandinavia are also popular around Valentine’s Day and we have a full guide to Valentine’s Day gonks here. I love my gonks and now I can always have them out and not just at Christmas’, one devoted fan said. Claudius banned any further marriage or engagement in Rome to encourage more people to join the army.Steph is an experienced journalist with more than 12 years under her belt working across the UK’s leading craft and interiors magazines. Gonks are inspired by gnomes and hobgoblins found in Scandinavian mythology, but these short bearded folks would make their home at farms houses or barns! They’re meant to be something like the mix between a gnome, goblin or hobgoblin–depending on where you look! I love the design here and the use of clay really makes them look different so they would be great to use either indoors or outdoors.

Others have been posting pleas to help them find these elusive fellows: 'Can anyone help me find some of the gonks near Pontypridd please. Each Gonk is made to perfection with the most wonderful details and features to include light up noses, walking and talking movements and a spring in their step. It is a special occasion worthy of a special gift, which is why you should get your familiars a gnome. The origins of Valentine’s Day are very disputed, but the most common explanations are narrowed down to the festival of Lupercalia and the martyr of St. You can usually find her looking up trending terms and finding real-life budget makeovers our readers love.

At Christmas, you couldn't scroll on social media without spotting a jolly gonk adorning a mantlepiece.

I really like the design here and think that they would look amazing surrounded by other soft ornaments. This little guy can be placed on your entrance or under the tree and will help you celebrate love with family members this valentine’s day!Mrs Gnome holds a heart-sealed envelope which we can only assume is a romantic love letter from Mr Gnome.

To include Christmas Gonks, Halloween Gonks and many more, made from beautiful fabrics and patterns which express vibrant colours and accents of glitter and shimmer. Whether it is for someone who loves gardening or a child, gnomes are popular creatures with a wholesome aesthetic that often bring a smile to people’s faces. What’s more, there are now Easter gonks that come in pastel shades, from green and yellow to pink with little bunny ears sticking out. In the Living Room, fireplace or kitchen countertop; they’re also great as Mother’s Day gifts or holiday presents! Others debate that the day comes from Christian martyrs that were killed by the Roman Emperor Claudius II Gothicus.

She first joined the team back in 2016 writing for both homes brands, specialising in all things craft, upcycling and DIY. The heavier bottom (filled with sand) allows him to stand alone in this pair; each one will vary depending on size/weight because they’re handmade craftsmen like us at MyBindingStudio. A solution to this would be getting an unconventional gift such as a gnome which can either be made by hand or bought online.