Christmas elves and gnomes
Christmas elves and gnomes: discreet characters that bring a room to life
In a home, certain details change everything. These Christmas elves and gnomes are among the pieces that catch the eye without stealing the show. Set on a shelf, a mantelpiece or at the foot of the tree, they create a familiar, festive atmosphere straight away.
A slightly tilted hat, a carefully shaped beard, a mischievous or watchful pose: each figure tells a small story. Nothing heavy, nothing excessive, just enough to suggest a presence. These decorative characters draw on an old world of folk tales and seasonal traditions, which is why the eye naturally lingers on them.
Decorating with Christmas elves and gnomes without overdoing it
Choosing a figure is never neutral. Some Christmas elves suggest mischief, others a quiet watchfulness, and these nuances let you build a coherent mood without clutter. One on a windowsill, a pair on a sideboard, a small group around the tree: they work best in small touches that make a room feel lived in.
They are not tied to one evening. Put them out at the start of the season and they accompany every gathering until the new year, then go back in their box until next winter.
Like this collection? Take a look at our modern garden gnomes too.
Compare the 13 elves and gnomes
| Model | Type | Stated dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Baby Christmas elves, set of 6 | Plush, indoor | about 3.9 inches high (10 cm) |
| Small Christmas elves, set of 2 | Plush, indoor | 6.3 inches high x 2.6 wide (16 x 6.5 cm) |
| Knitted gnome ornament | Knitted, indoor | 6.3 inches high, 2.4 wide (16 x 6 cm) |
| Plush mischievous elf | Plush, indoor | 13.4 inches high, 2.6 wide (34 x 6.5 cm) |
| Long leg Christmas gnome | Plush, indoor | 18.3 x 6.3 inches (46.5 x 16 cm) |
| Plush Christmas elf, 19 inch | Plush, indoor | 18.9 x 6.3 inches (48 x 16 cm) |
| Mischievous Christmas elf, 20 inch | Plush, indoor | 19.7 inches high (50 cm) |
| Female Christmas elf | Plush, indoor | 19.7 x 7.9 x 4.7 inches (50 x 20 x 12 cm) |
| Plush Christmas gnome, 21 inch | Plush, indoor | 21.3 inches high (54 cm) |
| White Christmas gnome couple | Plush, indoor | variant 1: 24 x 5.7 inches (61 x 14.5 cm) |
| Black Christmas gnome couple | Plush, indoor | 26.8 inches high, 5.1 wide (68 x 13 cm) |
| Christmas elf head decoration | Plush, indoor | 37 x 18.1 inches (94 x 46 cm) |
| Light up Christmas gnome | Fabric with a battery light, indoor | varies by model |
Indoor decorations, not garden figures
Every model in this collection is made of fabric. These elves and gnomes sit on a shelf, a mantelpiece or at the foot of the tree, and they are not designed to stay outdoors. Only the light up Christmas gnome has a built in light, powered by batteries.
Check the size: this is the most varied collection on the site, from 3.9 to 37 inches (10 to 94 cm). Some plush models are over 20 inches tall, which completely changes the effect in a room. Check the dimensions column before ordering.
For outdoor figures that can stay in the garden, the Garden gnome collection is a better fit.