A crochet snowman is a winter decoration that never melts. Snowmen are mostly white balls, so they are friendly for beginners. The fun part is the details: a carrot nose, a little scarf and a top hat. You can make one for the tree, a shelf, or a gift bag.
Here are 12 free crochet snowman patterns, each from a different designer. There are tiny ornaments, a no-sew mini, a soft velvet chibi snowman, a snowman gnome and a jumbo snowman family for the porch. We list yarn, hook and skill level for each one.
Crochet Snowman Free Patterns
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What You’ll Need
- White worsted weight yarn
- Small amounts of orange, black and red yarn
- Crochet hooks, 2 mm to 6.5 mm
- Safety eyes, 8 mm to 12 mm
- Polyester fiberfill stuffing
- Tapestry needle and stitch markers
- Ornament hooks or keychain rings
1. Tiny Snowman
Photo: Nicole Chase
This mini snowman head is only about 2 inches tall. He has a blue hat with a pom-pom, a tiny carrot nose and pink cheeks. The designer says you need very little crochet experience. Make a few for your tree or add a loop for a keychain.
- Designer: Nicole Chase
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 4 mm (G)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
2. Mini Snowman Ornament
Photo: Little Crochet Farm (Ana Figueiredo)
This 3-inch snowman has a crocheted hat, a red scarf, yellow buttons and little branch arms that look like wood. He is made in cotton, so the stitches look neat and crisp. He makes a sweet ornament.
- Designer: Little Crochet Farm (Ana Figueiredo)
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Sport weight cotton
- Hook: 2 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
3. Mini No-Sew Snowman
Photo: The Loopy Lamb (Ashley Parker)
This 4-inch snowman has no sewing at all. The arms and nose are made by working into chains as you go, and the red scarf is the only extra piece. There is a video tutorial too.
- Designer: The Loopy Lamb (Ashley Parker)
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 3.5 mm (E)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
4. Chibi Christmas Snowman
Photo: Sweet Softies (Jade)
This round chibi snowman is made in soft velvet chenille yarn, so the stitches melt together into a plush look. He is about 4 inches across, with a scarf and an optional hat. He is worked bottom-up in one piece.
- Designer: Sweet Softies (Jade)
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Super bulky chenille (#6)
- Hook: 5 mm (H)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
5. Cutiepie Snowman
Photo: Cutiepie Crochet
This 8-inch snowman wears a top hat with a band you can make in any color. He has a carrot nose, a half double crochet scarf and safety eyes. The designer calls it pretty beginner friendly.
- Designer: Cutiepie Crochet
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 3.75 mm (F)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
6. DIY Fluffies Snowman
Photo: Mariska Vos-Bolman / DIY Fluffies
This snowman has arms, a red scarf and a knit-look hat with a pom-pom. In cotton he is about 4 inches tall. In chenille he grows to about 9 inches and gets very cuddly. A video tutorial covers every step.
- Designer: Mariska Vos-Bolman / DIY Fluffies
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: Sport weight cotton or super bulky chenille
- Hook: 2.5 mm (B) or 5 mm (H)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
7. Snowflake Snowman
Photo: Craft Passion (Joanne Loh)
This tall snowman doll is about 13.5 inches with his beanie. He wears pastel blue mittens and booties, a ribbed pom-pom beanie and a long scarf. The ribbing is made by working in the third loop. There is also a flat snowman applique option.
- Designer: Craft Passion (Joanne Loh)
- Skill level: Intermediate (avid beginner)
- Yarn: DK / light worsted (#3)
- Hook: 2.5 mm, plus 3.5 mm for beanie and scarf
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
8. Jumbo Snowman Family
Dad, Mom and Baby snowmen with black hats, colorful scarves and optional stick arms. The free medium size is 20 inches tall. Each one is worked in one piece from the bottom up in super bulky yarn, so they grow fast.
- Designer: MJ’s Off The Hook Designs (Michelle Moore)
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Super bulky (#6)
- Hook: 6.5 mm (K)
- Price: Free medium size + paid PDF with small and large sizes
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
9. Snowdude Stress Ball or Ornament
Photo: Underground Crafter (Marie Segares)
Snowdude is a round snowman head with a black top hat and a carrot nose. Squeeze him as a stress ball, or add a loop and hang him on the tree. He is about 6 inches tall with the hat and uses buttons for eyes.
- Designer: Underground Crafter (Marie Segares)
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 3.75 mm (F)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
10. Hands Occupied Snowman Ornament
Photo: Hands Occupied (Heidi Gustad)
This 5.25-inch ornament has a single hourglass-shaped body, a top hat, a mini scarf and a carrot nose. It is made in fingering weight cotton mini skeins, so you need very little yarn for each color.
- Designer: Hands Occupied (Heidi Gustad)
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Fingering cotton (#1)
- Hook: 3.75 mm (F)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
11. StringyDingDing Snowman
Photo: StringyDingDing
This snowman has a one-piece head and body, buttons, arms, a pom-pom hat and a scarf with tassels. The designer says he is about 7 inches tall. Mostly single crochet, so it moves along fast.
- Designer: StringyDingDing
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 4 mm (G)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
12. Crochet Snowman Gnome
Photo: Jen Hayes Creations
Half snowman, half gnome. He has mittens, a top hat with optional holly and a round or carrot nose. You can pick a straight or round body. He is about 6 inches tall with his hat. Bobbles and picots add fun details.
- Designer: Jen Hayes Creations
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 3.5 mm (E)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
Which One Should You Make?
- Brand new to amigurumi? Start with #1 (Tiny Snowman) or #3 (No-Sew Snowman).
- Want ornaments? Try #2, #9 or #10. All three hang nicely on a tree.
- Want something soft and cuddly? #4 in velvet yarn, or #6 made in chenille.
- Decorating the porch or mantel? #8, the Jumbo Snowman Family, is 20 inches tall.
- Love gnomes too? #12 combines both.
FAQ
What yarn is best for a crochet snowman?
A bright white worsted acrylic is the easiest choice. Cotton gives crisp stitches for small ornaments. For a soft, plush snowman, try chenille or velvet yarn. Off-white or cream can look cozy too. Use a hook a little smaller than the label says so the stuffing does not show through.
How do I keep my white snowman clean?
Wash your hands before you start and store the project in a bag between sessions. Avoid working near coffee or makeup. Most acrylic snowmen can be spot cleaned with mild soap and cool water. Let them air dry, and do not put toys with glued parts in the washer.
How do I make a crochet snowman stand up?
Work the bottom in a flat circle and stuff firmly, but not so much that the base rounds out. Add a small bag of poly pellets in the base for weight. Some designers also add a cardboard circle inside the bottom before closing.
Grab your white yarn and make a snowman that will last all winter long.
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