Whether you’re trying to make a gnome beard for an upcoming costume, need to cover up a bad hair day, or just want to have some fun with your family, this DIY tutorial will show you how to make your own yarn beard. It’s easy to do and is sure to get you a lot of laughs!
First, decide on the size of the beard. The best length is around 18 inches. If you need to create a larger beard, simply cut more yarn. Then, start by cutting two pieces of yarn that are twice as long as you want the beard to be. This will allow you to double over the chin base so the beard will be comfortable for you to wear.
Next, take one of the longer pieces of yarn and tie it to the other shorter piece of yarn. Now you’re ready to start creating your beard!
Then, fold over a small amount of yarn on each side. This will give your beard a more realistic look!
Once you’ve done that, try it on to see how it looks. If it’s too long, trim it. Otherwise, keep adding more pieces until you have a beard that looks right.
If it’s too short, you can also sew the lower braids together to tighten them up and pick up some of the slack that will occur as you add more pieces. This will keep your beard looking fuller and more realistic.
You can make a beard out of a variety of different materials, including yarn, faux fur and other items. Faux fur works the best if you’re trying to mimic a real person’s beard, as it’ll look most realistic. Yarn, however, can be more versatile if you’re not using it to make a costume.
Using Yarn for a Gnome Beard
If you’re going for an artificial gnome beard, consider using a variety of colors. This will help you to stand out from the crowd and make your beard more realistic.
To make a gnome beard out of yarn, you will need medium-weight yarn and scissors. You can also use a crochet hook or knitting needle for this project, but it will be more time-consuming.
Step 1: Using Yarn for a Gnome Beard
The easiest way to make a yarn beard is to wrap your four fingers with the yarn several times. This will create a thick beard that is perfect for a gnome ornament!
Another option is to wrap a book 200-250 times with the yarn. This will create a more realistic beard that is perfect for a twig or berry-covered gnome ornament!
Lastly, you can try wrapping a ribbon for your beard. If you’re using a ribbon, try wrapping it in thirds on each end and then knotting each open end to the other at the beginning of the beard on both sides. This will create a very full beard that’s a great fit for gnomes with a long face or even a dwarf!