Crochet Adorable Snowman
Crocheting an adorable snowman can be a delightful way to infuse some festive charm into your home decor or give a unique handmade gift to spread joy. Whether you're an experienced crocheter or a beginner eager to try something new, crafting a cute snowman with yarn and a hook is a fun project that offers both creativity and relaxation. With their cute carrot noses and tiny hats, these crocheted snowmen are sure to bring a smile to anyone's face during the winter season. Don't forget to add personal touches like buttons or scarves to make each snowman truly special. So, grab your yarn, hook, and a cup of hot cocoa, and let the crocheting magic begin!
What You’ll Need:
- 1 184g ball of Lion Brand Yarn Go For Fleece Sherpa in Cream (size 7 jumbo)
- 1 ball of size 4 worsted-weight yarn in orange
- 8.00mm Crochet Hook
- 2.75mm Crochet Hook
- Two 14mm Safety Eyes
- Five 12mm Safety Eyes
- Polyfil (stuffing)
- Scissors
- Darning Needle
- Stitch Marker
- Row Counter
Abbreviations:
ch=chain
sc=single crochet
st(s)=stitch(es)
F/O=fasten off
inc=increase
dec=decrease
Gauge:
12 stitches x 12 rows = 4” in single crochet
Crochet Pattern:
Body/Head: Starts at bottom/use cream
1. Ch 2. 6 sc in the first ch. Do not join. (6 sts)
2. 2 sc in each st around. (12 sts)
3. 1 sc, inc. Repeat around. (18 sts)
4. 2 sc, inc. Repeat around. (24 sts)
5. 3 sc, inc. Repeat around. (30 sts)
6. 4 sc, inc. Repeat around. (36 sts)
7 — 10. Sc in each st around. (36 sts)
11. 4 sc, dec. Repeat around. (30 sts)
12. 3 sc, dec. Repeat around. (24 sts)
13. 2 sc, dec. Repeat around. (18 sts)
14. 2 sc in each st around. (36 sts)
15 — 17. Sc in each st around. (36 sts)
18. 4 sc, dec. Repeat around. (30 sts)
19. 3 sc, dec. Repeat around. (24 sts)
20. 2 sc, dec. Repeat around. (18 sts)
21. 1 sc, dec. Repeat around. (12 sts)
Stuff. Insert 2 14mm safety eyes wherever you’d like for the eyes. Insert 5 12mm safety eyes into a smile underneath the eyes, leaving enough room for the nose.
22. Dec around. (6 sts)
Ss and F/O. Use the tail to sew up the hole in the top of the head.
Nose: Use orange/2.75mm hook1. Ch 2. 4 sc in the first ch. Do not join. (4 sts)
2. 2 sc in each st around. (8 sts)
3. Sc around. (8 sts)
4. 1 sc, inc. Repeat around. (12 sts)
5. Sc around. (12 sts)
6. (Rows begin) Ch 1. Turn. Sc in the next 6 sts. Stop. (6 sts)
7. Repeat 6.
8. Ch 1. Turn. Dec. Sc in the next 2 sts. Dec. (4 sts)
9. Ch 1. Turn. Decx2. (2 sts)
10. Ch 1. Turn. Dec.
F/O. Leave a long enough tail to attach the nose to the face in between the eyes and the smile. Lightly stuff.
To give the snow boy a more pronounced shape, take a long strand of cream and weave it around the neck, pulling tightly. Make sure to weave in all of your ends.