Large Garden Gnomes

Bring a Folksy Flair to Your Home With Large Garden Gnomes

Part of the fun of having your own living space is being able to customize it however you like. A few choice garden gnomes from eBay placed around your home can completely change the atmosphere of the place.

Find gnomes that are as unique as you are

Garden gnomes typically look like little bearded men with hats and rosy cheeks, but these aren't the only types of lawn decorations out there. If traditional-looking gnomes aren't to your taste, you can choose ones that look like fairies, woodland animals, angels, and other pleasant-looking creatures. There are also many novelty gnomes available from different pop culture properties. No matter what sorts of things appeal to you, you can probably find garden gnomes to match those preferences.

What materials are garden gnomes made out of?

Freestanding garden gnomes can be made of almost anything since they are primarily intended as decorations. Many are made by artisans who specialize in a specific medium. However, these objects are explicitly meant for outdoor use, so they must be sturdy and properly weatherproofed. Some materials are better suited to these specifications than others. For that reason, the most common materials you will find garden gnomes made out of include:

• Polyresin.
• Stone.
• Glass.
• Ceramics.

What kind of care or upkeep do large garden gnomes need?

None; you don't need to worry about the condition of your garden gnomes. Because they are garden sculptures that are specifically intended for outdoor display, they are made to resist damage from the sun and wind. They are generally very resistant to water damage as well, so rain and snow do not pose a problem either. If you are still worried about the outdoor conditions might do to your gnomes, you can place them in covered areas (such as under the overhang of your roof or beneath a large shrub or tree) for added protection. You can also cover the ground below them with a thin layer of gravel to help any accumulated water drain off after a storm.

Where you put them is all up to you

Don't let the name fool you - garden gnomes are versatile objects that can be used in many different places around your home. You could try:

• Installing them as garden ornaments to accentuate the natural beauty of your plants and greenery.
• Using them as patio statues between your outdoor furniture.
• Adding one or two to your greenhouse or sunroom to make your indoor green spaces feel more like outdoor ones.
• Using them as quirky pieces of home decor in your kitchen, office, or wherever else you think your home could use a bit of charm.