Gimli Inspired Helmet and Beard Crochet Pattern
Calling all Lord of the Rings fans! This pattern is inspired by Gimli, son of Gloin from Lord of the Rings. If you, or someone you know, is a Lord of the Rings fan, you won’t want to miss out on this pattern!
This pattern is not for the faint of heart! It is very involved, but you will not be disappointed with the results.
This pattern features a removable beard. Helmet can be worn without the beard. Instructions are included for making the beard a stand-alone piece.
I am working on a larger size (approx. 25”). If you buy this pattern now, I will email you the update when I finish it.
**It’s finally done! My Gimli pattern is up and ready for sale. I’ve spent about 3 months on this project and it feels so wonderful to have it done.
Special thanks to Jen Neerhof for putting in so many hours into testing my pattern. She had some awesome tips and my pattern is so much better after having worked with her!
To purchase my pattern, and see the preview, visit my Ravelry listing.
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Hi! I will be purchasing this pattern from you soon 😉 I’ve been tring to make one for my bro, and I really appreciate your attention to detail! I’ve seen other patterns & pics, but they have a chain mail underlayer. Recently We discovered that it’s actually a leather underlayer, so I’ve had to scrap & redo 😉 However, I was contemplating how to do the top & such & add in the emblem on the top & sides of the silver 😉 I’m so glad I saw Jennifer’s post in our yarn group! Can I ask what the golden yarn u used is??
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🙂 My husband was a great help in picking out the colors and informing me it was made of leather. lol
For the gold, I used Vanna’s Glamour in Gold.
(and the updates for the larger size are in the testing stage, so if you need it larger than 22.5″, it will be ready soon!)
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Hi I just found this and am hoping you check your comments I am thinking of attempting this I am not sure if I am experienced but I am past novice. Does the pattern have pictures with it or is it all just written instruction, second, 22.5 is head circumference? Thanks for your time it is fab! Oh one more question how long did it take to crochet for an experienced crocheter?
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The stitches involved in this pattern are fairly easy, it’s just the color work and the intricacy that makes it on the more difficult level. The pattern contains over 100 pictures. I tried to have a picture for any part that would be confusing. It took my testers, who are experienced, a little over 2 weeks to complete this project. Due to differences in crocheting, the 22.5″ is an estimated circumference that you should be able to obtain if you follow all the gauges. The pattern also includes instructions for a 25.5″ circumference. Hope my answers help! 🙂 Thanks for your kind comment!
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Hey 🙂 I’m from Europe, how can I purchase something on raverly? I don’t have any experiences in paying with Dollar, but I’d love to have the pattern
🙂
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Have you visited the link yet? Ravelry will translate to € or £ for you. Then you just purchase with your credit card. Once you’ve paid, it will send you a link to download the pattern.
Link for the pattern: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/gimli-inspired-helmet-and-beard-lotr
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Just remember it’s written in American Crochet terms! You can look up the differences online. 🙂
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Oh, okay, I found the pattern on Etsy, is that yours, too?
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Yes. I do charge a little more on Etsy to make up for the extra fees.
Etsy link: http://goo.gl/nzETMg
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Thanks a lot 🙂 so the bigger size is already included? My boyfriend has a huge head :DD
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Yes, it’s included. Up to 25.5″. That should fit most large heads. 😉
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awesome 🙂
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Hi, I just bought your pattern on Craftsy and it looks amazing. However, it only includes the instructions for the 22.5″ pattern and I’m pretty sure I’ll need the 25.5″ for the person I’m making it for. How do I get the other size?
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I’ll make sure the craftsy version is updated, but the updates for the larger size are actually at the back of the pattern (pg. 41?). At the end of each section where the size is different, it re-directs you to the back for the proper measurements for the larger size.
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And the craftsy pattern is NOT updated. I will be emailing you the update immediately. I’m so sorry about that!
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Fastest customer service I’ve ever had. Thank you very much.
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lol I just happened to log on at the exact moment! 🙂 You’re welcome.
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a friend of mine is interested in having me make this for him for something in June – so my question is, how heavy is it? Is he going to sweat like crazy wearing it?
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It’s pretty heavy and warm. The actual weight for the helmet and beard together is over a pound. If he wears it in June, he will probably sweat like crazy. It MIGHT be not as hot if you attempt to make it in a cotton yarn, but I’m not sure.
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I’m going to attempt it – using Knitpicks Comfy – which is quite soft and yummy – so we’ll see how it goes! 🙂
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🙂 Good luck! Feel free to email with any questions! Happy hooking.
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Hey Bekah! Do you sell the pattern for just the beard? I don’t need the helmet.
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I do sell the beard separately. Sorry it took me so long to respond. I don’t have regular internet access. You can find the pattern for the beard only here:
http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/gimli-inspired-beard-only
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I purchased the pattern for just the beard on Ravelry.com. I finished the beard with the elastic crocheted in, but there aren’t any instructions for how to finish it. What do I do with the elastic now that it’s done?
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I am so sorry that it took me so long to see this. I will send you a response via Ravelry as soon as possible!
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Would this pattern be easy to adjust to make for a baby?
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I don’t think it would be very easy to adjust. Mostly because of the color work and band sizing (the intricate parts).
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