Christmas gnomes add instant character to seasonal décor, bringing warmth, whimsy and a touch of Nordic charm to any home or gift shop display. With a few simple styling ideas, xmas gnomes can move from cute novelties to the stars of your Christmas scheme.
Start by using larger Christmas Gnomes as anchors in key spots around the home. Placing a tall gnome on the hearth, at the end of a hallway console, or nestled beneath the tree helps create a strong focal point that draws the eye into your festive display.
Grouping a few xmas gnomes in varying heights together can make an even bigger impact. In a gift shop window or central table, this kind of “gnome gathering” quickly becomes a talking point and encourages customers to explore the rest of your seasonal range.
Christmas gnomes feel right at home alongside natural materials. Try styling them with pinecones, wooden ornaments, sprigs of greenery and simple twig or eucalyptus garlands to lean into a cosy, Nordic-inspired look.
Using natural textures keeps xmas gnomes from feeling too novelty-led and helps them blend into broader rustic or Scandinavian schemes. This approach works especially well on sideboards, mantelpieces and shelves where you can layer foliage, candles and gnomes together.
One of the easiest ways to make Christmas Gnomes feel special is to tuck smaller figures into less obvious corners. A little gnome on a bookshelf, in a kitchen corner or on a bathroom windowsill adds a subtle festive touch that makes everyday routines feel more seasonal.
These small xmas gnomes are perfect as “finishing touches” in guest rooms or home offices too. For gift shops, placing mini gnomes near tills, shelving ends or among other product categories can spark impulse purchases without needing extra floor space.
To keep your décor feeling cohesive, coordinate your Christmas Gnomes with your existing colour palette. Classic red and white gnomes work beautifully in traditional schemes with tartan, rich greens and gold accents, while grey, cream and soft neutrals suit minimalist or Scandinavian-inspired spaces.
If your tree or table settings already have a defined look, echo those tones in your xmas gnomes’ hats and outfits. This simple colour coordination trick makes displays look curated rather than cluttered, both at home and on gift shop shelves.
Christmas gnomes really come into their own when you mix them with other cosy textures. Pair soft felt or knitted gnomes with wool throws, chunky knits, rustic wood, woven baskets or a few metallic accents to add depth and visual interest.
Layering these textures around xmas gnomes creates inviting scenes that feel touchable and lived-in. In a gift shop, styling Christmas Gnomes alongside cushions, blankets and candles helps customers imagine a complete cosy corner at home—and often encourages them to buy more than one item to recreate the look.
If you would like to refresh your seasonal displays or expand your range of Christmas Gnomes, focusing on size mix, materials and colour stories will help you inspire customers and boost festive sales. Contact us to explore our latest xmas gnomes collections, from statement pieces to smaller accents, and let the team help you build styled displays that feel warm, coherent and easy for your customers to shop