Halloween gonks: where to buy spooky versions of these Nordic gnomes
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Brace yourselves – Halloween gonks are now a thing!
The Nordic gnomes have been a huge Christmas decor trend over the last few years, so it was only a matter of time before they got a mischievous makeover for Halloween.
What is a gonk?
The history of gonks stems back to Nordic and Scandinavian mythology.
According to folklore, these little creatures favour colder weather and like to cosy up in houses where, if the family welcomes them, they will bring good luck.
So really, it’s fair play that these cute critters start knocking on our doors around All Hallows’ Eve.
Halloween gonks are popping up all over the high street at various price points, from a cheap-and-cheerful Poundland offerings to the more plush end of the spectrum.
Good Homes picks out some of the best…
1. Mrs Halloween
Make the lady your mascot for this year with this adorable Mrs Halloween gonk from Very.
She’s the star of any spooky display on a sideboard or mantelpiece, standing at 65cm tall. Available from very.co.uk priced at £19.99.
2. Greetings from the gonk
Hold your door open to let Halloween party guests in with this miniature gonk doorstop.
It’s dressed in bat attire with a long grey beard reminiscent of a wizard – so he’s sure to fit into your spooky scheme. Priced at £20 from Next.
3. Sitting gonk
This dangly-legged chap is the perfect shelf gonk.
His black-and-white legs dangle over the edge of your shelf, while the word ‘boo’ on his bobble-topped black hat add a little All Hallows Eve panache.
Priced £5.99 from The Wisteria Tree.
- Dangly boo gonk, £5.99 – buy here
4. Cheap Halloween gonks
It’s hard to resist a bargain when it comes to the old seasonal decor.
As ever, Poundland provides – stocking a number of standing, sitting and hanging Halloween gonks suitable for all spooky decorating schemes.
Starting from £4.
5. Dotty gonks
Shelf-sitters are a popular breed of gonk.
These have a rare splash of red, a smattering of polka dots and pointy little boots – making them stand out from the crowd.
Priced £5.99 each from The Range.
6. Burn, baby, burn!
This pick is something a bit different – a gonk oil burner.
It’s a fab accompaniment for your pumpkins and perfect for any indoor or outdoor Halloween display.
We’re confident he’ll be joining you for your celebrations year in, year out.
The little guy is priced at £14.44 from B&Q.
7. Boo-tiful
The perfect addition to your indoor Halloween decoration display, this cutie is bound to be popular with adults and mini trick-or-treaters alike!
Pick him up with your food shop at Tesco for £9.39.
- Assorted Boo Gonks, £9.39 – buy here
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