How to Accessorize Garden Gnomes

Bring good luck to your garden by adopting a garden gnome. Follow the European tradition of welcoming gnomes into your garden for luck and protection. Accessorize your gnomes' home to ensure your gnome continues to create good luck, hope and goodwill.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Search local garden stores and online retailers for ideas to accessorize your garden gnome. Consult with your gnome before purchasing new garden décor.

2. Consider adding pixies and fairies to you garden. Make your gnome feel at home by surrounding him with other mythical creatures.

3. Accessorize your trees with gnome doors and windows. Consider building a free-standing garden gnome home.

4. Buy your gnome a garden gnome friend. Begin a collection of gnomes in your garden. Shop for a variety of garden gnomes made of different materials and in different poses.

5. Add seasonal décor, such as pumpkins or Christmas ornaments. to your garden. Place your decorations near your gnome so she can celebrate the holiday season.

6. Dress your gnome to reflect seasonal holidays. Make a Halloween costume for your gnome and add a Santa hat near Christmas.

7. Respect your garden gnome when you accessorize his home. Gnomes have a long and illustrious history. Jeopardize garden gnome goodwill, luck and hope at your own peril.

Resources

• Gnomeland website for the history of gnomes.
• Handcrafted gnomes on the Kimmel Gnomes Net of the Black Hills' website.