Are you ready to go Gnome for Christmas? You know we’re always ready, which is why we’re excited to share a behind-the-scenes chat with Keepsake Artist Gregor Benedetti.


Gregor Benedetti

When it comes to the continuing adventures of Gnaughty and Gnice, Gregor says, “It’s always about the fun storytelling with these two. They continuously love celebrating all the Christmas traditions together—usually with a twist.”

Gnome for Christmas
4th in the series.

You’ve probably noticed those celebrations include festive apparel for Gregor’s petite pals, including special touches like the snowflakes on their overalls and suspenders. “When I started this series,” Gregor reveals, “I wanted to give them special seasonal icon accessories on their adorable little outfits. When the gnomes go trick-or-treating next year, those icons will be different.” (Wait, did he just treat us with a little 2025 surprise?!)

Since he brought up 2025, we wondered how far ahead Gregor’s been working on Gnome for Christmas adventures. He explains, “For Gnaughty and Gnice, I tend to only plan a year ahead, unlike the sweet gnome sister companions. I designed Peppermint, the fourth sister, back in 2022, and she’s finally coming out next year in 2025. She’s just the cutest ever!” (And so was that sneaky reveal.)

Sticking with our 2025 theme, Gregor says, “Next year, the gnomes will be celebrating one of the most classic, time-honored Christmas traditions. Gnaughty’s extra happy about it since it involves food. And I’ll also be debuting a cute little critter sidekick.”

But Gregor’s not stopping there, because 2025 is a special year for Gnaughty and Gnice. “2025 marks the 5th anniversary of Gnome for Christmas, and I may have designed an additional papercraft ornament commemorating this milestone…just saying.”

Even with so many fun things to look forward to in 2025, we’re not losing sight of the fun this dynamic little duo is having in 2024. The 4th ornament in Gregor’s series will be available at Ornament Debut in October, and now is the perfect time to mark your Wish List so you don’t miss it.

And don’t forget to pick up the sister ornament, Ginger’s Favorite Gift, also available at Ornament Debut. She’s a limited quantity, so use your Early Shopping Pass to pick her up in store a day before everyone else shops the event.

Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments. “Behind the scenes with Gregor Benedetti about his Gnome for Christmas! Coming at Ornament Debut in October.” Keepsake Ornament Club Facebook Page, June 5, 2024. https://www.facebook.com/groups/KOCMembers/posts/3664341110472553/