Type

Crochet

Difficulty

intermediate

Planning

1. **Design Strategy**: - User wants an "ugly gnome midget with pop up eyes" - this is a fun, quirky amigurumi character - Key design elements: gnome = tall pointy hat, large bulbous nose, rosy cheeks, beard, stubby body/legs, belt/buckle detail - "Ugly" = exaggerated features: oversized nose, wonky teeth, warts, scraggly beard - "Pop up eyes" = large bulging/protruding eyes on stalks or with eyelids pushed up - I'll use large safety eyes on raised eye stalks (small tubes) to create the "pop up" effect - Color palette: earthy tones - mossy green skin, red/burgundy pointy hat, gray/white beard, brown belt - Intermediate level: multiple parts, color changes, embroidery details 2. **Construction Plan**: - **Head**: Medium sphere, green skin, with raised eye stalks sewn on (pop-up eyes), large embroidered/sewn-on nose, rosy cheeks, embroidered mouth with crooked teeth - **Hat**: Tall cone/pointed hat worked from brim up to tip, red yarn - **Body**: Stubby barrel-shaped body, shorter than typical, with belt detail embroidered or sewn on - **Arms**: Short stubby tubes - **Legs**: Very short stubby legs with boot-colored feet - **Beard**: Fluffy/fringed piece sewn to lower face, worked flat or as loopy texture - **Nose**: Large round ball sewn to face center - **Eye Stalks**: Two small tubes with safety eyes inserted at tips - this creates the "pop up" effect Parts list: 1. Head (green, worsted) 2. Eye stalks x2 (green, small tubes, 12mm safety eyes) 3. Nose (green or red-tipped, large ball) 4. Hat (red, tall cone) 5. Body (green/brown with belt) 6. Arms x2 (short stubby) 7. Legs x2 (very short, with dark boot feet) 8. Beard (white/gray, loopy or fringe technique) Construction order: Body first → Legs attached to body bottom → Arms attached to body sides → Head attached to body top → Nose on face → Eye stalks on face → Hat on top → Beard on lower face 3. **Quality Assurance**: - Eye stalks: need to be stable - use small tubes (6 sts around, ~4 rounds), insert safety eyes at the top before stuffing lightly. Sew firmly to head - Hat cone: start at tip (magic ring, 3 sc), increase gradually - for a TALL pointed hat need many increase rounds then even rounds for brim - Beard: work as flat piece with surface loops or fringe - needs to be attached firmly - Proportions: body should be WIDER and SHORTER than typical amigurumi (gnome = stubby) - use more even rounds relative to the starting count - Stitch counts: verify all inc/dec math carefully - Pop up eyes: stalks need to be wide enough to hold the safety eye washer securely inside - 6 sc around is minimum for 12mm eyes 4. **Final Calculations**: Gauge: worsted weight + size E/3.5mm hook = approximately 5 sc = 1 inch / 5 rows = 1 inch **HEAD** (target ~3" diameter = 15 sts circumference but amigurumi sphere): - Standard amigurumi head for ~3" finished diameter: - Rnd 1: 6 sc [6] - Rnd 2: inc x6 [12] - Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x6 [18] - Rnd 4: (2sc, inc) x6 [24] - Rnd 5: (3sc, inc) x6 [30] - Rnd 6: (4sc, inc) x6 [36] - Rnds 7-11: even [36] (5 rounds) - Eye stalks go on around Rnd 9 area - Rnd 12: (4sc, dec) x6 [30] - Rnd 13: (3sc, dec) x6 [24] - Rnd 14: (2sc, dec) x6 [18] → stuff here - Rnd 15: (sc, dec) x6 [12] - Rnd 16: dec x6 [6] → close **HAT** (tall cone, ~4" tall, ~2.5" base diameter): Work from TIP to BRIM: - Rnd 1: 3 sc in magic ring [3] - Rnd 2: inc x3 [6] - Rnd 3: sc around [6] - Rnd 4: (sc, inc) x3 [9] - Rnd 5: sc around [9] - Rnd 6: (2sc, inc) x3 [12] - Rnd 7: sc around [12] - Rnd 8: (3sc, inc) x3 [15] - Rnd 9: sc around [15] - Rnd 10: (4sc, inc) x3 [18] - Rnd 11: sc around [18] - Rnd 12: (5sc, inc) x3 [21] - Rnd 13: sc around [21] - Rnd 14: (6sc, inc) x3 [24] - Rnd 15: sc around [24] - Rnd 16: (7sc, inc) x3 [27] (brim) - add brim flare: - Rnd 17: inc in each st [54] - too big jump. Let me do: Actually for a brim: work last even round then do (sc, inc) or just work 2 rounds of increases for brim flare - Rnd 17: (2sc, inc) x9 [36] - Rnd 18: (3sc, inc) x9 [45] - brim round, sl st to finish Actually let me reconsider the hat size. The gnome is ~6-7" tall total. Head is ~3" diameter. Hat should be ~3-4" tall (dramatic pointy gnome hat). Let me keep the hat tip-to-base approach and make the brim wider. Let me redo: Tip to base, increasing every other round by 3 sts: - Rnd 1: 3 sc MR [3] - Rnd 2: inc x3 [6] - Rnd 3: even [6] - Rnd 4: (sc, inc) x3 [9] - Rnd 5: even [9] - Rnd 6: (2sc, inc) x3 [12] - Rnd 7: even [12] - Rnd 8: (3sc, inc) x3 [15] - Rnd 9: even [15] - Rnd 10: (4sc, inc) x3 [18] - Rnd 11: even [18] - Rnd 12: (5sc, inc) x3 [21] - Rnd 13: even [21] - Rnd 14: (6sc, inc) x3 [24] - Rnd 15: even [24] - Rnd 16: (7sc, inc) x3 [27] At 5 sc/inch, circumference = 27/5 = 5.4" → diameter ≈ 1.7" - that's actually the hat body diameter For brim, I'll increase more aggressively: - Rnd 17 (brim start): (2sc, inc) x9 [36] - Rnd 18: (3sc, inc) x9 [45] - Rnd 19: sc around [45] sl st, fasten off That gives a nice floppy brim. Height of hat tip to brim = 16 rounds × (1/5") = ~3.2" tall for the cone portion. Good! **BODY** (stubby barrel, ~2.5" tall, ~3.5" wide): Target: wider than tall, gnome-proportioned - Rnd 1: 6 sc MR [6] - Rnd 2: inc x6 [12] - Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x6 [18] - Rnd 4: (2sc, inc) x6 [24] - Rnd 5: (3sc, inc) x6 [30] - Rnd 6: (4sc, inc) x6 [36] - Rnd 7: (5sc, inc) x6 [42] - Rnds 8-13: even [42] (6 rounds for the barrel) - Rnd 14: (5sc, dec) x6 [36] - Rnd 15: (4sc, dec) x6 [30] - Rnd 16: (3sc, dec) x6 [24] → stuff firmly - Rnd 17: (2sc, dec) x6 [18] - Rnd 18: (sc, dec) x6 [12] - Rnd 19: dec x6 [6] → close Body height: ~19 rounds × (1/5") ≈ 3.8" - a bit tall for a stubby gnome. Let me reduce even rounds to 4: - Rnds 8-11: even [42] (4 rounds) Then decrease: - Rnd 12: (5sc, dec) x6 [36] - Rnd 13: (4sc, dec) x6 [30] - Rnd 14: (3sc, dec) x6 [24] - Rnd 15: (2sc, dec) x6 [18] - Rnd 16: (sc, dec) x6 [12] - Rnd 17: dec x6 [6] Total: 17 rounds ≈ 3.4" - better for stubby body **ARMS** (short stubby, ~1.5" long): - Start at hand, work up - Rnd 1: 6 sc MR [6] - Rnd 2: inc x6 [12] - Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x6 [18] - hand/fist wider Wait, that's too big. Let me keep arms simpler: - Rnd 1: 6 sc MR [6] - Rnd 2: (sc, inc) x3 [9] - slight increase for hand - Rnd 3: sc around [9] - Rnd 4: dec, 7sc [8] - slight taper - Rnds 5-8: sc around [8] (4 even rounds) Total ~8 rounds ≈ 1.6" - good, stubby arm Actually let me make the hand a bit more pronounced: - Rnd 1: 6 sc MR [6] - Rnd 2: inc x6 [12] (round fist) - Rnds 3-4: sc around [12] - Rnd 5: (2sc, dec) x3 [9] - Rnds 6-8: sc around [9] - Rnd 9: (sc, dec) x3 [6] - top of arm, leave open for sewing Total rounds: 9 ≈ 1.8" - good **LEGS** (very short, with boot detail): - In boot color first, then switch to body color (or green leg) - Rnd 1: 6 sc MR (boot color) [6] - Rnd 2: inc x6 [12] - Rnd 3: sc in BLO [12] (creates boot sole edge) - Rnds 4-5: sc [12] - Rnd 6: switch to green, (2sc, dec) x3 [9] - Rnds 7-8: sc [9] Total: 8 rounds ≈ 1.6" **EYE STALKS** (pop up eyes!): - Make 2 - Use 12mm safety eyes - Rnd 1: 6 sc MR [6] - Rnd 2: inc x6 [12] - Rnds 3-5: sc around [12] - Insert safety eye at the opening end (top), attach washer through the sts of Rnd 2 area inside Wait, actually for pop-up eyes I want the safety eye to be at the TOP of a small tube, protruding out. Let me think about this differently: Eye stalk construction: - Work a small cup/dome: - Rnd 1: 6 sc MR [6] - Rnd 2: inc x6 [12] - Rnd 3: sc around [12] - Rnd 4: (sc, dec) x4 [8] - slight taper - Rnd 5: sc around [8] - Leave open, stuff lightly, insert safety eye through center top (Rnd 1/2 area) from outside Hmm, this is getting complex. Let me simplify: For pop-up eyes, the cleanest method: - Small ball/dome shape with safety eye inserted at the "front" - Rnd 1: 6 sc MR [6] - Rnd 2: inc x6 [12] - Rnd 3: sc around [12] - Rnd 4: (sc, dec) x4 [8] → insert 12mm safety eye through center of Rnd 1 (magic ring side = front), stuff lightly, close - Rnd 5: dec x4 [4] → close The safety eye goes through the center of the magic ring before tightening/closing. Washer goes inside. Actually, I want to make this clear in the pattern. The traditional way for bug eyes: 1. Work small oval/dome 2. Insert safety eye post through the closed magic ring or through Rnd 1 3. Stuff and close 4. Sew entire eyeball to head Let me write it clearly: - Rnd 1: 6 sc MR - DO NOT pull tight yet [6] - Rnd 2: inc x6 [12] - Insert 12mm safety eye post through center of magic ring from outside to inside, pull magic ring snug around eye post, secure washer inside - Rnd 3-4: sc around [12] - Rnd 5: (sc, dec) x4 [8], stuff lightly - Rnd 6: dec x4 [4], fasten off This creates a dome with the eye popping out of the center. Sew the flat open side to the head. **NOSE** (large bulbous nose): - Small ball, larger than typical - Rnd 1: 6 sc MR [6] - Rnd 2: inc x6 [12] - Rnd 3: sc around [12] - Rnd 4: (sc, dec) x4 [8], stuff firmly - Rnd 5: dec x4 [4], fasten off, leave tail for sewing **BEARD** (flat piece with fringe/loops): - Work as a flat semi-circle or use surface crochet loops - Alternative: work flat with loop stitch for fluffy texture Let me use a flat approach with loop stitches: - Chain 15, turn - Row 1: sc across [14] - Row 2: loop st across [14] - (for loop st: insert hook, wrap yarn around finger to make loop, pull both strands through st, yo, pull through 3 loops) - Row 3: sc across [14] - Row 4: loop st across [14] - Row 5: sc2tog, sc across to last 2, sc2tog [12] - shaping - Row 6: loop st across [12] - Row 7: sc2tog, sc across to last 2, sc2tog [10] - Row 8: loop st across [10] - Fasten off Or simpler: just attach yarn strands as fringe directly to lower face area. That might be cleaner. Actually for the pattern, let me use a surface crochet / fringe approach for the beard as it's more fun and "scraggly ugly gnome" looking. Or work it as a flat piece with reverse loop stitches. I'll go with a flat simple piece with fringe added after: Beard base: (worked flat) - Foundation: ch 16 - Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc across [15] - Rows 2-4: ch 1, turn, sc across [15] - Row 5: ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc to last 2, sc2tog [13] - Row 6: ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc to last 2, sc2tog [11] - Fasten off Then cut yarn strands ~3" long and attach as fringe through every stitch along bottom 3 rows for scraggly beard effect. **MUSTACHE**: - Simple: chain 15, sl st in each chain to create a curly/wavy strip. Make 2 and curl. Or embroider. - I'll do: ch 18, sl st back along chain for a curly look, make 2 pieces **WARTS** (for the ugly factor): - Small French knots or small tight bobbles embroidered/sewn on nose and face **Belt** (embroidered or surface chain): - Work surface sl st chain around body at Rnd 9 level in brown yarn - Embroider/sew a small square for buckle in yellow **OVERALL SIZE ESTIMATE**: - Legs: ~1.6" - Body: ~3.4" - Neck overlap/attach: overlapping ~0.5" - Head: ~3" diameter sphere - Hat: ~3.2" tall cone + brim - Total estimated height (hat to toes): ~1.6 + 3.4 + (1.5 head height) + 3.2 hat ≈ 9.7" with hat - Without hat: ~6.5" - This is reasonable for worsted weight amigurumi! Let me now verify all stitch counts systematically: HEAD: Rnd 1: 6 ✓ Rnd 2: 6+6=12 ✓ (inc x6) Rnd 3: 12+6=18 ✓ (sc,inc)x6 = 6 inc + 6 sc = 12+6=18 ✓ Rnd 4: 18+6=24 ✓ (2sc,inc)x6 = 6 inc + 12 sc = 18+6=24 ✓ Rnd 5: 24+6=30 ✓ (3sc,inc)x6 = 6 inc + 18 sc = 24+6=30 ✓ Rnd 6: 30+6=36 ✓ (4sc,inc)x6 = 6 inc + 24 sc = 30+6=36 ✓ Rnds 7-14: even at 36 (8 rounds) - actually let me check if I want 8 even rounds Height at Rnd 6 ≈ 6 rounds × 0.2" = 1.2" (just the increase section) 8 even rounds × 0.2" = 1.6" Decrease section: Rnd 15: (4sc,dec)x6 [30] → 24+6=30 ✓ Rnd 16: (3sc,dec)x6 [24] → 18+6=24 ✓ Rnd 17: (2sc,dec)x6 [18] → 12+6=18 ✓ Rnd 18: (sc,dec)x6 [12] → 6+6=12 ✓ Rnd 19: dec x6 [6] ✓ → close Total head rounds: 19 × 0.2" ≈ 3.8" - but a sphere's height ≈ diameter, and I want ~3" diameter Actually the sphere diameter is determined by the maximum circumference. Max circumference = 36 sts × (1/5 sts per inch circumference)... Wait, gauge: 5 sc = 1 inch in rows. For rounds, circumference math: if 5 sc = 1 inch, then 36 sc = 7.2 inches circumference → diameter = 7.2/π ≈ 2.3 inches. That seems small. Let me reconsider: worsted weight with tight amigurumi gauge is typically 4-4.5 sc per inch, not 5. At 4 sc/inch: 36 sts = 9" circumference → 9/π ≈ 2.9" diameter ✓ - that's about right for a nice gnome head! At 4 sc/inch, hat circumference at brim: Rnd 16 of hat: 27 sts → 27/4 = 6.75" circumference → diameter ≈ 2.1" - good for fitting on head Let me recalculate heights with 4 sc/inch (which also means approximately 4 rows/rounds per inch): HEAD: 19 rounds / 4 = ~4.75" tall but sphere will be ~2.9" - the diameter is what matters for the sphere shape, and that looks right. BODY: 17 rounds / 4 = ~4.25" tall, max diameter: 42 sts / 4 / π... wait: 42 sts at 4 sts/inch = 42/4 = 10.5" circumference → 10.5/π ≈ 3.34" diameter ✓ HAT: 16 + 3 brim rounds... let me count. Cone: Rnds 1-16 = 16/4 = 4" tall. Plus brim rounds. Tip width at Rnd 1: 3 sts / 4 / π... doesn't quite work for tiny rounds but overall the hat will be about 4" tall cone = looks nice and pointy! Final gnome total height (without hat): - Legs: ~2" - Body: ~4.25" - Head (center sphere): ~2.9" - Total: ~9" (gnome is quite tall actually) Hmm, maybe I should trim the body. Let me reduce even rounds on body to just 2: Body: Rnd 1-7: increases to 42 [as before] Rnds 8-9: even [42] (2 rounds) Rnd 10: (5sc,dec)x6 [36] Rnd 11: (4sc,dec)x6 [30] Rnd 12: (3sc,dec)x6 [24] Rnd 13: (2sc,dec)x6 [18] Rnd 14: (sc,dec)x6 [12] Rnd 15: dec x6 [6] Total: 15 rounds / 4 = ~3.75" tall body With 2" legs, 3.75" body, ~3" head sphere height (more like 2.5" seated in neck): total without hat ≈ 7.5" With 4" hat: ~11.5" total That's actually pretty good for a gnome! Gnomes are typically depicted as short but the hat makes them taller. OK I think I'm overcomplicating the calculations in planning. Let me finalize the round counts and move on to writing the pattern cleanly. I'll aim for a ~4" body, ~3" diameter head, ~3.5" hat, total with hat ~9-10" tall. Let me finalize all pieces: **FINAL PIECE COUNTS:** HEAD (green): - Rnd 1: 6 MR - Rnd 2: inc x6 [12] - Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x6 [18] - Rnd 4: (2sc, inc) x6 [24] - Rnd 5: (3sc, inc) x6 [30] - Rnd 6: (4sc, inc) x6 [36] - Rnds 7-13: sc [36] (7 even rounds - this makes it slightly taller/less perfect sphere, good for gnome face) - Place eye stalks at Rnd 10 level - Rnd 14: (4sc, dec) x6 [30] - Rnd 15: (3sc, dec) x6 [24] - Rnd 16: (2sc, dec) x6 [18] → stuff firmly - Rnd 17: (sc, dec) x6 [12] - Rnd 18: dec x6 [6] → close Total: 18 rnds HAT (red): Tip to base: - Rnd 1: 3 sc MR [3] - Rnd 2: inc x3 [6] - Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x3 [9] — changed from "even" to add one more increase to not make hat TOO narrow - Actually let me keep the alternating pattern: - Rnd 3: even [6] - Rnd 4: (sc, inc) x3 [9] - Rnd 5: even [9] - Rnd 6: (2sc, inc) x3 [12] - Rnd 7: even [12] - Rnd 8: (3sc, inc) x3 [15] - Rnd 9: even [15] - Rnd 10: (4sc, inc) x3 [18] - Rnd 11: even [18] - Rnd 12: (5sc, inc) x3 [21] - Rnd 13: even [21] - Rnd 14: (6sc, inc) x3 [24] - Rnd 15: even [24] - Rnd 16: (7sc, inc) x3 [27] - Rnd 17: even [27] ← extra even round to add length BRIM: - Rnd 18: (2sc, inc) x9 [36] - Rnd 19: (3sc, inc) x9 [45] - Rnd 20: sc around [45], join, fasten off Verify: Rnd 16: (7sc, inc)x3: 7×3=21 sc + 3 inc = 21+6=27 ✓ Rnd 18: (2sc, inc)x9: 9 groups × 3 sts = 27 sts used, 9 inc adds 9 = 27+9=36 ✓ Rnd 19: (3sc, inc)x9: 9 groups × 4 sts = 36 sts, 9 inc = 36+9=45 ✓ BODY (green, with brown belt detail): - Rnd 1: 6 MR [6] - Rnd 2: inc x6 [12] - Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x6 [18] - Rnd 4: (2sc, inc) x6 [24] - Rnd 5: (3sc, inc) x6 [30] - Rnd 6: (4sc, inc) x6 [36] - Rnd 7: (5sc, inc) x6 [42] - Rnds 8-11: even [42] (4 rounds) - Rnd 12: (5sc, dec) x6 [36] - Rnd 13: (4sc, dec) x6 [30] - Rnd 14: (3sc, dec) x6 [24] - Rnd 15: (2sc, dec) x6 [18] - Rnd 16: (sc, dec) x6 [12] - Rnd 17: dec x6 [6] → close Verify: Rnd 7: (5sc, inc)x6: 5×6=30 sc + 6 inc = 30+6=36... wait 30+12 where inc=2sc so... Actually: starting count is 36, adding 6 increases: 36+6=42 ✓ (inc means +1 per group) Rnd 12: (5sc, dec)x6: 5×6=30 sc + 6 dec (each dec uses 2 sts but counts as 1): total sts in = 30+12=42, sts out = 30+6=36 ✓ Rnd 13: (4sc, dec)x6: in=24+12=36, out=24+6=30 ✓ Rnd 14: (3sc, dec)x6: in=18+12=30, out=18+6=24 ✓ Rnd 15: (2sc, dec)x6: in=12+12=24, out=12+6=18 ✓ Rnd 16: (sc, dec)x6: in=6+12=18, out=6+6=12 ✓ Rnd 17: dec x6: in=12, out=6 ✓ ARMS (green, make 2): - Rnd 1: 6 MR [6] - Rnd 2: inc x6 [12] (fist/hand) - Rnds 3-4: sc [12] - Rnd 5: (2sc, dec) x3 [9] - Rnds 6-8: sc [9] - Rnd 9: (sc, dec) x3 [6] → leave open, stuff lightly Verify Rnd 5: (2sc,dec)x3: in=6+6=12, out=6+3=9 ✓ Rnd 9: (sc,dec)x3: in=3+6=9, out=3+3=6 ✓ Length: 9 rounds ≈ 9/4 = 2.25" ✓ nice stubby gnome arm LEGS (make 2, dark brown/black boots + green upper): Boot color: - Rnd 1: 6 MR [6] - Rnd 2: inc x6 [12] - Rnd 3: sc in BLO [12] (boot rim) - Rnds 4-5: sc [12] Switch to green: - Rnd 6: (2sc, dec) x3 [9] - Rnds 7-9: sc [9] → leave open, stuff lightly Verify Rnd 6: (2sc,dec)x3: in=6+6=12, out=6+3=9 ✓ Length: 9 rounds ≈ 2.25" ✓ EYE STALKS (green, make 2): - Rnd 1: 6 MR [6] - DO NOT tighten yet - Insert 12mm safety eye post through center of magic ring from outside to inside - Tighten magic ring snugly around post - Rnd 2: inc x6 [12] - Rnds 3-4: sc [12] - Rnd 5: (sc, dec) x4 [8] - Stuff lightly - Rnd 6: dec x4 [4] → close, leave long tail Wait, Rnd 5: (sc,dec)x4: needs 12 sts: 4×3=12 ✓, out=4+4=8 ✓ Rnd 6: dec x4: needs 8 sts ✓, out=4 ✓ NOSE (green with reddish tip, make 1): - Rnd 1: 6 MR [6] - Rnd 2: inc x6 [12] - Rnd 3: sc [12] - Rnd 4: sc [12] - Rnd 5: (sc, dec) x4 [8] → stuff firmly - Rnd 6: dec x4 [4] → close Verify same as eye stalk ✓ MUSTACHE (white/gray, make 2 or embroid): I'll do chain + reverse sl st for curly mustache: - Ch 12, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sl st in each remaining ch [11 sl sts] - Fasten off, leave tail Or just embroider with satin stitch. I'll include both options. BEARD (white/gray flat piece + fringe): Foundation chain: ch 13 Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc across [12] Rows 2-3: ch 1, turn, sc [12] Row 4: ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc to last 2, sc2tog [10] Row 5: ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc to last 2, sc2tog [8] Row 6: ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc to last 2, sc2tog [6] Fasten off Add fringe: cut 4" strands of white/gray yarn, fold in half, insert through bottom sts and pull ends through loop (standard fringe). Trim to desired scraggly length (about 2"). BELT: Surface crochet sl st chain around body at Rnd 9 level in brown yarn BUCKLE: Embroider with yellow/gold yarn - 4-5 horizontal/vertical sts to make small square Now let me think about the pattern flow and any special notes: ASSEMBLY ORDER: 1. Make body 2. Make legs, attach to bottom of body (sew on) 3. Make arms, attach to sides of body (leave open end for attachment) 4. Make head, stuff, close 5. Make nose, sew to face center 6. Make eye stalks, sew to face (above nose, spaced ~1" apart) 7. Embroider mouth (wavy, maybe showing 1-2 crooked teeth) 8. Embroider warts (French knots on nose and cheek) 9. Add rosy cheeks (pink blush yarn or fabric paint circles) 10. Make beard base, add fringe, sew to lower face 11. Optionally make/attach mustache 12. Make hat, place on head, tack in place 13. Attach head to body 14. Add belt (surface crochet or embroidery) 15. Add any final embellishments OK now I have a solid complete plan. Let me write the full pattern! One more consideration: I should include which color changes happen where for the body and describe the "ugly" features clearly (warts, crooked teeth, etc.) Also for the "pop up" eye effect, I should explain clearly: the eyeballs sit on small domes and protrude from the face - this creates the "pop up" look. They shouldn't be just flat safety eyes inserted into the head normally. Let me also add some character notes: maybe the hat is askew, the beard is scraggly, there's a wart on the nose, one tooth showing, mismatched or wild expression. Let me decide on the yarn colors: - A: Mossy green (MC) - skin, body - B: Burgundy/red (CC1) - hat - C: Off-white/cream (CC2) - beard, mustache, hat band optional - D: Dark brown (CC3) - boots, belt, eyebrows - E: Pink (CC4) - cheeks/blush detail (small amount) - Yellow/gold - belt buckle embroidery Alright, I'm confident in the design. Let me write the full professional pattern! Final check on unique gnome features: 1. ✅ Large bulbous nose (big ball) 2. ✅ Pop-up eyes (eye stalks with safety eyes) 3. ✅ Tall pointy hat (cone with brim) 4. ✅ Scraggly beard with fringe 5. ✅ Curly mustache 6. ✅ Stubby/squat body proportions 7. ✅ Short stubby arms and legs 8. ✅ Warts (French knot embroidery) 9. ✅ Belt with buckle 10. ✅ "Ugly" face - crooked teeth, warts, bulging eyes 11. ✅ Boot feet 12. ✅ Rosy cheeks

Verification

[PRE-FLIGHT CHECKS] **1. Completeness:** ✅ Magic ring starts for all rounded pieces ✅ Head construction (sphere with even rounds) ✅ Body construction (larger sphere, stubby proportions) ✅ Limbs (arms and legs, both stubby) ✅ Gnome-specific additions: hat (cone + brim), beard (flat piece + fringe), mustache, nose, eye stalks, warts, belt, boots ✅ Assembly instructions in logical order ✅ Embroidery/finishing details ✅ Safety eye insertion notes ✅ Stuffing cues ✅ Materials list ✅ Gauge swatch ✅ Abbreviations **2. Consistency Check — Stitch Count Verification:** HEAD: - Rnd 1: 6 | Rnd 2: 6+6=12 ✅ | Rnd 3: 12+6=18 ✅ | Rnd 4: 18+6=24 ✅ - Rnd 5: 24+6=30 ✅ | Rnd 6: 30+6=36 ✅ | Rnds 7-13: even 36 ✅ - Rnd 14: 36-6=30 ✅ | Rnd 15: 30-6=24 ✅ | Rnd 16: 24-6=18 ✅ - Rnd 17: 18-6=12 ✅ | Rnd 18: 12-6=6 ✅ BODY: - Rnd 1: 6 | Rnd 2: 12 | Rnd 3: 18 | Rnd 4: 24 | Rnd 5: 30 | Rnd 6: 36 | Rnd 7: 42 - (5sc,dec)×6: consumes 5×6+2×6=42 sts → produces 5×6+1×6=36 ✅ - (4sc,dec)×6: consumes 4×6+2×6=36 → produces 4×6+6=30 ✅ - (3sc,dec)×6: 30 → 24 ✅ | (2sc,dec)×6: 24 → 18 ✅ - (sc,dec)×6: 18 → 12 ✅ | dec×6: 12 → 6 ✅ HAT: - Rnd 1: 3 | Rnd 2: 6 | Rnd 3: 6 (even) | Rnd 4: 9 ✅ - Rnd 5: 9 (even) | Rnd 6: 12 ✅ | Rnd 7: 12 (even) | Rnd 8: 15 ✅ - Rnd 9: 15 (even) | Rnd 10: 18 ✅ | Rnd 11: 18 (even) | Rnd 12: 21 ✅ - Rnd 13: 21 (even) | Rnd 14: 24 ✅ | Rnd 15: 24 (even) | Rnd 16: 27 ✅ - Rnd 17: 27 (even) - Rnd 18 brim: (2sc,inc)×9 = 9 groups ×3 sts = 27 used, 9 added = 36 ✅ - Rnd 19: (3sc,inc)×9 = 9 groups ×4 sts = 36 used, 9 added = 45 ✅ - Rnd 20: 45 even ✅ ARMS (make 2): - Rnd 1: 6 | Rnd 2: 12 | Rnds 3-4: 12 (even) - Rnd 5: (2sc,dec)×3 — consumes 2×3+2×3=12 → produces 2×3+3=9 ✅ - Rnds 6-8: 9 (even) - Rnd 9: (sc,dec)×3 — consumes 1×3+2×3=9 → produces 3+3=6 ✅ LEGS (make 2): - Rnd 1: 6 | Rnd 2: 12 | Rnd 3: 12 BLO (even) | Rnds 4-5: 12 (even) - Rnd 6: (2sc,dec)×3 → 12 to 9 ✅ | Rnds 7-9: 9 (even) ✅ EYE STALKS (make 2): - Rnd 1: 6 | Rnd 2: 12 | Rnds 3-4: 12 (even) - Rnd 5: (sc,dec)×4 — consumes 1×4+2×4=12 → produces 4+4=8 ✅ - Rnd 6: dec×4 — 8 → 4 ✅ NOSE (make 1): - Rnd 1: 6 | Rnd 2: 12 | Rnds 3-4: 12 (even) - Rnd 5: (sc,dec)×4 → 8 ✅ | Rnd 6: dec×4 → 4 ✅ BEARD (flat, worked in rows): - Foundation + Row 1: 12 sts ✅ - Rows 2-3: even 12 ✅ - Row 4: 12-2=10 ✅ (sc2tog each end) - Row 5: 10-2=8 ✅ - Row 6: 8-2=6 ✅ All stitch counts verified ✅ **3. User Constraints:** ✅ "Ugly gnome" — warts, crooked teeth, bulbous nose, scraggly beard addressed ✅ "Midget/stubby" — shorter body proportions, fewer even rounds vs. height ✅ "Pop up eyes" — eye stalks with safety eyes protruding from dome construction, not flat placement ✅ Intermediate difficulty level — multiple pieces, color changes, embroidery, assembly ✅ Worsted weight yarn ✅ US terminology throughout (sc, hdc, dc, inc, dec) ✅ US English spelling (color, gray, center, fiber) ✅ Imperial measurements first (inches), metric in parentheses **4. Safety / Math Errors:** ✅ Safety eye insertion cued BEFORE closing magic ring on eye stalks ✅ Stuffing cues before each closing decrease sequence ✅ No choking hazard note included ✅ Hat fitting check: at Rnd 17 the hat opening = 27 sts. Head max circumference = 36 sts at 4 sc/inch = 9" circ, diameter ≈ 2.9". Hat Rnd 17 at 27 sts = 27/4 = 6.75" circ, diameter ≈ 2.1". This is SMALLER than the head — hat will perch on top, not slide over the whole head. For amigurumi gnomes this is correct (hat sits ON top of head and is sewn in place) ✅ ✅ Boot color change cued correctly at Rnd 6 of legs ✅ ✅ Beard fringe lengths specified ✅ All checks passed. Proceeding to pattern generation.

Pattern

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# 🧙 GRUMBLESNOUT THE UGLY GNOME
### Amigurumi Crochet Pattern — Intermediate Level

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## FINISHED SIZE
Approximately **7 inches (18 cm)** tall without hat; approximately **10–11 inches (25–28 cm)** tall with hat. Size may vary slightly based on individual gauge.

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## MATERIALS

| Item | Specification |
|------|--------------|
| **Yarn A — Mossy Green** | Worsted weight (4), approx. 80 yds (73 m) — skin, body, arms, legs |
| **Yarn B — Burgundy Red** | Worsted weight (4), approx. 60 yds (55 m) — hat |
| **Yarn C — Off-White / Cream** | Worsted weight (4), approx. 30 yds (27 m) — beard, mustache |
| **Yarn D — Dark Brown** | Worsted weight (4), approx. 15 yds (14 m) — boots, belt, eyebrows |
| **Yarn E — Rose Pink** | Worsted weight (4), approx. 5 yds (5 m) — cheek blush (optional) |
| **Crochet Hook** | US E-4 / 3.5 mm (one size down from yarn label for tight amigurumi fabric) |
| **Safety Eyes** | Two 12 mm safety eyes |
| **Fiberfill Stuffing** | Polyester, approx. 1–1.5 oz (28–42 g) |
| **Yarn Needle** | Large-eye blunt tapestry needle |
| **Stitch Markers** | 2 locking stitch markers |
| **Scissors** | —|
| **Straight Pins** | For positioning parts before sewing |
| **Yellow / Gold Yarn or Embroidery Floss** | Small amount for belt buckle embroidery |

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## GAUGE
**4 sc × 4 rows = 1 inch (2.5 cm)** in single crochet, worked in continuous rounds with US E-4 / 3.5 mm hook.
> *Gauge is important for finished size and a firm fabric that conceals stuffing. Work a quick swatch and adjust hook size if needed.*

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## ABBREVIATIONS

| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| **ch** | chain |
| **sc** | single crochet |
| **sl st** | slip stitch |
| **MR** | magic ring (adjustable ring) |
| **inc** | increase — work 2 sc into the same stitch |
| **dec** | invisible decrease — insert hook in FLO of next 2 sts, yo, pull through both loops, yo, pull through remaining 2 loops |
| **BLO** | back loop only |
| **FLO** | front loop only |
| **rnd** | round |
| **st(s)** | stitch(es) |
| **[ ]** | stitch count at end of round |
| **( ) × #** | repeat instructions in parentheses the specified number of times |
| **fasten off** | cut yarn, pull tail through final loop, secure |

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## PATTERN NOTES

1. **Continuous Spiral:** All pieces (except the beard) are worked in continuous spirals. Do NOT join at end of rounds unless instructed. Use a locking stitch marker to track the beginning of each round; move it up as you go.
2. **Tight Gauge is Key:** Use a hook one size smaller than recommended on your yarn label. The fabric should be dense with no gaps.
3. **Stuff Firmly:** Stuff body and head very firmly. Stuff arms, legs, and eye stalks lightly. Do not stuff the beard.
4. **Pop-Up Eyes:** Grumblesnout's signature bugging, "pop-up" eyes are created by making small stuffed dome pieces with the safety eye post inserted through the center of the magic ring. The domes are then sewn onto the face so the eyes protrude outward — do not skip this step or insert safety eyes directly into the head.
5. **Assembly Tip:** Pin all parts in position before sewing. Step back and look at the placement for the "ugliest" most wonky expression possible before committing.
6. **Color Changes:** When switching colors mid-piece (legs), complete the last pull-through of the final stitch in the new color. Carry or cut old color and weave in ends.
7. **Child Safety:** If this gnome is for a child under age 3, substitute safety eyes with embroidered eyes and omit all small attached pieces (mustache, etc.). Secure all seams firmly.

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## PART 1: HEAD
*Yarn A (Mossy Green). Work in continuous rounds.*

| Rnd | Instructions | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MR, 6 sc into ring, pull ring closed | [6] |
| 2 | inc in each st around | [12] |
| 3 | (sc, inc) × 6 | [18] |
| 4 | (2 sc, inc) × 6 | [24] |
| 5 | (3 sc, inc) × 6 | [30] |
| 6 | (4 sc, inc) × 6 | [36] |
| 7–13 | sc in each st around *(7 even rounds)* | [36] |
| 14 | (4 sc, dec) × 6 | [30] |
| 15 | (3 sc, dec) × 6 | [24] |
| 16 | (2 sc, dec) × 6 | [18] |

> ⚑ **STOP — Stuff head very firmly before continuing.** The head should feel solid with no soft spots.
> 📌 **Eye Stalk placement mark:** Use a second stitch marker to mark the approximate center front of Rnd 10 for reference when assembling eye stalks later.

| Rnd | Instructions | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 17 | (sc, dec) × 6 | [12] |
| 18 | dec × 6 | [6] |

Fasten off, leaving a 12-inch (30 cm) tail. Thread tail onto yarn needle and weave through the 6 remaining front loops to cinch closed. Weave in end securely.

**Technical Verification — Head:**
Rnd 3: (sc, inc)×6 = 6 sc + 6 inc = 12 + 6 = **18** ✓
Rnd 6: (4sc, inc)×6 = 24 sc + 6 inc = 30 + 6 = **36** ✓
Rnd 14: (4sc, dec)×6 uses 4×6 + 2×6 = 36 sts; produces 4×6 + 6 = **30** ✓
Rnd 16: (2sc, dec)×6 uses 2×6 + 2×6 = 24; produces 2×6 + 6 = **18** ✓

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## PART 2: EYE STALKS (Pop-Up Eyes)
*Yarn A (Mossy Green). Make 2. Work in continuous rounds.*

> 🔑 **Read carefully before starting.** The 12 mm safety eye is inserted through the center of the magic ring BEFORE it is tightened. This is what creates the "pop-up" protruding eyeball effect.

| Rnd | Instructions | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MR, 6 sc into ring — **DO NOT pull ring tight yet** | [6] |

⚠️ **Insert safety eye NOW:**
- Push the safety eye post through the center hole of the magic ring from the **outside** (front of dome) to the **inside**.
- Pull the magic ring snug around the base of the eye post.
- Attach the washer securely on the inside.
- The eye should protrude prominently from the front of the dome.

| Rnd | Instructions | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | inc in each st around | [12] |
| 3 | sc in each st around | [12] |
| 4 | sc in each st around | [12] |
| 5 | (sc, dec) × 4 | [8] |

> ⚑ **Stuff lightly** — just enough to give the dome a slight roundness. Do not overstuff.

| Rnd | Instructions | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | dec × 4 | [4] |

Fasten off, leaving a 10-inch (25 cm) tail for sewing. Cinch closed. Set aside.
*Make second eye stalk the same way.*

**Technical Verification — Eye Stalk:**
Rnd 5: (sc, dec)×4 uses 1×4 + 2×4 = 12 sts; produces 4 + 4 = **8** ✓
Rnd 6: dec×4 uses 8 sts; produces **4** ✓

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## PART 3: NOSE (Big Bulbous Gnome Nose)
*Yarn A (Mossy Green). Work in continuous rounds.*

> *The nose is intentionally large — it's Grumblesnout's most prominent ugly feature.*

| Rnd | Instructions | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MR, 6 sc into ring | [6] |
| 2 | inc in each st around | [12] |
| 3 | sc in each st around | [12] |
| 4 | sc in each st around | [12] |
| 5 | (sc, dec) × 4 | [8] |

> ⚑ **Stuff firmly** with fiberfill before closing.

| Rnd | Instructions | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | dec × 4 | [4] |

Fasten off, leaving a 10-inch (25 cm) tail. Cinch closed. Set aside.

*Optional ugly detail: Before sewing the nose to the face, use Yarn E (Rose Pink) to add a few stitches or dabs of rosy color to the very tip of the nose for a red-nosed gnome effect.*

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## PART 4: BODY
*Yarn A (Mossy Green). Work in continuous rounds.*

*The body is intentionally wider and shorter than the head — giving Grumblesnout that stubby, dumpy gnome silhouette.*

| Rnd | Instructions | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MR, 6 sc into ring | [6] |
| 2 | inc in each st around | [12] |
| 3 | (sc, inc) × 6 | [18] |
| 4 | (2 sc, inc) × 6 | [24] |
| 5 | (3 sc, inc) × 6 | [30] |
| 6 | (4 sc, inc) × 6 | [36] |
| 7 | (5 sc, inc) × 6 | [42] |
| 8–11 | sc in each st around *(4 even rounds)* | [42] |
| 12 | (5 sc, dec) × 6 | [36] |
| 13 | (4 sc, dec) × 6 | [30] |
| 14 | (3 sc, dec) × 6 | [24] |
| 15 | (2 sc, dec) × 6 | [18] |

> ⚑ **Stuff body very firmly** before Rnd 16. Add extra stuffing and compress it well.

| Rnd | Instructions | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 16 | (sc, dec) × 6 | [12] |
| 17 | dec × 6 | [6] |

Fasten off, leaving a 12-inch (30 cm) tail for sewing. Cinch closed.

> 📌 **Belt placement note:** Before closing the body completely, use a stitch marker or safety pin to mark Rnd 9 all the way around as the belt line. You will add the belt via surface crochet in the Finishing section.

**Technical Verification — Body:**
Rnd 7: (5sc, inc)×6 = 30 sc + 6 inc = 36 + 6 = **42** ✓
Rnd 12: (5sc, dec)×6 uses 30 + 12 = 42 sts; produces 30 + 6 = **36** ✓
Rnd 14: (3sc, dec)×6 uses 18 + 12 = 30 sts; produces 18 + 6 = **24** ✓
Rnd 17: dec×6 uses 12; produces **6** ✓

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## PART 5: ARMS
*Yarn A (Mossy Green). Make 2. Work in continuous rounds.*

*Short and stumpy, with a rounded knobby fist at the end.*

| Rnd | Instructions | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MR, 6 sc into ring | [6] |
| 2 | inc in each st around | [12] |
| 3 | sc in each st around | [12] |
| 4 | sc in each st around | [12] |
| 5 | (2 sc, dec) × 3 | [9] |
| 6 | sc in each st around | [9] |
| 7 | sc in each st around | [9] |
| 8 | sc in each st around | [9] |
| 9 | (sc, dec) × 3 | [6] |

Do NOT close — leave the 6-stitch opening for sewing to body. Stuff lightly — arms should be floppy, not rigid. Fasten off leaving a 10-inch (25 cm) tail.
*Make second arm the same way.*

**Technical Verification — Arms:**
Rnd 5: (2sc, dec)×3 uses 6 + 6 = 12 sts; produces 6 + 3 = **9** ✓
Rnd 9: (sc, dec)×3 uses 3 + 6 = 9 sts; produces 3 + 3 = **6** ✓

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## PART 6: LEGS WITH BOOTS
*Yarn D (Dark Brown) for boot section; Yarn A (Mossy Green) for leg section. Make 2. Work in continuous rounds.*

**With Yarn D (Dark Brown):**

| Rnd | Instructions | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MR, 6 sc into ring | [6] |
| 2 | inc in each st around | [12] |
| 3 | sc in BLO in each st around *(creates boot rim / sole edge)* | [12] |
| 4 | sc in each st around | [12] |
| 5 | sc in each st around | [12] |

> 🔄 **Color change:** At end of Rnd 5, complete last pull-through with Yarn A (Mossy Green). Cut Yarn D, leaving a 4-inch (10 cm) tail to weave in.

**With Yarn A (Mossy Green):**

| Rnd | Instructions | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | (2 sc, dec) × 3 | [9] |
| 7 | sc in each st around | [9] |
| 8 | sc in each st around | [9] |
| 9 | sc in each st around | [9] |

Do NOT close. Stuff lightly. Fasten off, leaving a 10-inch (25 cm) tail.
*Make second leg the same way.*

**Technical Verification — Legs:**
Rnd 2: inc×6 = 6 + 6 = **12** ✓
Rnd 6: (2sc, dec)×3 uses 6 + 6 = 12 sts; produces 6 + 3 = **9** ✓

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## PART 7: HAT (Tall Pointy Gnome Hat)
*Yarn B (Burgundy Red). Work in continuous rounds from tip to brim.*

*The hat is worked from the pointed tip downward, increasing every other round to create the cone shape, then flaring out for the brim.*

**Cone Section:**

| Rnd | Instructions | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MR, 3 sc into ring | [3] |
| 2 | inc in each st around | [6] |
| 3 | sc in each st around | [6] |
| 4 | (sc, inc) × 3 | [9] |
| 5 | sc in each st around | [9] |
| 6 | (2 sc, inc) × 3 | [12] |
| 7 | sc in each st around | [12] |
| 8 | (3 sc, inc) × 3 | [15] |
| 9 | sc in each st around | [15] |
| 10 | (4 sc, inc) × 3 | [18] |
| 11 | sc in each st around | [18] |
| 12 | (5 sc, inc) × 3 | [21] |
| 13 | sc in each st around | [21] |
| 14 | (6 sc, inc) × 3 | [24] |
| 15 | sc in each st around | [24] |
| 16 | (7 sc, inc) × 3 | [27] |
| 17 | sc in each st around | [27] |

**Brim Section:** *The brim is worked with rapid increases to create a wide, floppy brim.*

| Rnd | Instructions | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 18 | (2 sc, inc) × 9 | [36] |
| 19 | (3 sc, inc) × 9 | [45] |
| 20 | sc in each st around | [45] |

Join with sl st to first st of Rnd 20. Fasten off. Weave in ends. Do NOT stuff the hat.

> *Optional ugly detail: Crochet a small patch in a contrasting scrap yarn color and sew it lopsided onto the hat for an unkempt look.*

**Technical Verification — Hat:**
Rnd 16: (7sc, inc)×3 = 21 sc + 6 inc = 27 ✓
Rnd 18: (2sc, inc)×9 = 9 groups of 3 sts = 27 sts used; 9 increases added = 27 + 9 = **36** ✓
Rnd 19: (3sc, inc)×9 = 9 groups of 4 sts = 36 sts used; 9 increases added = 36 + 9 = **45** ✓

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## PART 8: BEARD
*Yarn C (Off-White / Cream). Worked flat in rows.*

Foundation chain: Ch 13.

| Row | Instructions | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each ch across | [12] |
| 2 | Ch 1, turn. sc in each st across | [12] |
| 3 | Ch 1, turn. sc in each st across | [12] |
| 4 | Ch 1, turn. sc2tog, sc to last 2 sts, sc2tog | [10] |
| 5 | Ch 1, turn. sc2tog, sc to last 2 sts, sc2tog | [8] |
| 6 | Ch 1, turn. sc2tog, sc to last 2 sts, sc2tog | [6] |

Fasten off, leaving a 12-inch (30 cm) tail for sewing. The wider end (12 sts) attaches to the face; the narrowed point (6 sts) points down.

**Adding Fringe (Scraggly Beard Effect):**
1. Cut approximately 30–40 strands of Yarn C, each 4 inches (10 cm) long.
2. Fold each strand in half.
3. Using your crochet hook, pull the folded loop through a stitch along the bottom 3 rows of the beard base.
4. Pull both cut ends through the folded loop and tighten to knot (standard fringe).
5. Fill in the beard densely with fringe.
6. After attaching all fringe, trim to a ragged, uneven 1.5–2

Disclaimer: This pattern was generated by AI and should be reviewed for accuracy before use. While we strive for quality, AI-generated content may contain errors. Please verify measurements, stitch counts, and instructions before beginning your project. Generated by purlJam.uk

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