About This Pattern
This snowman is a small stuffed figure, built round by round. It fits into a quiet evening, one part at a time. The head takes fifteen rounds, the body sixteen, the nose just four. You will need a darning needle for the eyes and buttons, a pipe cleaner for the arms, and toy stuffing to fill the shape. It sits well on a shelf or a tree branch. Keep your stitch marker close, since every round depends on it.
In the basket
Abbreviations
- ch
- chain
- sc
- single crochet
- dc
- double crochet
- tr
- treble crochet
- hdc
- half double crochet
- slst
- slip stitch
- sc2tog
- single crochet two together (invisible decrease)
Crochet snowman ornament pattern for a festive touch
Head
The head is crocheted in the round, starting with a magic ring.
- Round 1Start with a magic ring and crochet 6 sc in the ring (6 sc).(6)
- Round 2Place a stitch marker on the first stitch. Work 2 sc on each stitch around (12 sc).(12)
- Round 3Crochet 1 sc, then 2 sc on the next stitch. Repeat this sequence until the end (18 sc).(18)
- Round 4Crochet 1 sc, 1 sc, then 2 sc on the next stitch. Repeat (24 sc).(24)
- Round 5Crochet 1 sc, 1 sc, 1 sc, then 2 sc on the next stitch. Repeat (30 sc).(30)
- Round 6Crochet 1 sc, 1 sc, 1 sc, 1 sc, then 2 sc on the next stitch. Repeat (36 sc).(36)
- Rounds 7–12Crochet 1 sc in each stitch for 6 rows (36 sc).(36)
- Round 13Crochet 1 sc, 1 sc, 1 sc, then an invisible decrease. Repeat (30 sc).(30)
- Round 14Crochet 1 sc, 1 sc, then an invisible decrease. Repeat (24 sc).(24)
- Round 15Crochet 1 sc, then an invisible decrease. Repeat (18 sc). Adding Stuffing: Add the toy stuffing to the head.
Nose
The nose is crocheted with orange yarn.
- Round 1Create a magic ring with 6 sc inside (6 sc).(6)
- Rounds 2–4Crochet 1 sc on each stitch for 3 rows (6 sc).Finishing: Cut the yarn and sew the nose onto the head.(6)
Body
The body is crocheted with the yarn still attached to the head.
- Round 16Work on the front loop only. Crochet 1 sc, 1 sc, then 2 sc. Repeat (24 sc).(24)
- Round 17Crochet 1 sc, 1 sc, then 2 sc. Repeat (30 sc).(30)
- Round 18Crochet 1 sc, 1 sc, 1 sc, then 2 sc. Repeat (36 sc).(36)
- Rounds 20–27Crochet 1 sc in each stitch for 8 rows (42 sc).(42)
- Round 28Crochet 1 sc, 1 sc, 1 sc, 1 sc, then an invisible decrease. Repeat (36 sc).(36)
- Round 29Crochet 1 sc, 1 sc, 1 sc, then an invisible decrease. Repeat (30 sc).(30)
- Round 30Crochet 1 sc, 1 sc, then an invisible decrease. Repeat (24 sc). Adding Stuffing: Add the toy stuffing to the body.
- Round 32Crochet 1 sc, then an invisible decrease. Repeat (12 sc).(12)
- Round 33Work invisible decreases until the end (6 sc).Finishing: Cut off the yarn, leaving a lengthy tail. Use a darning needle to weave the yarn through the remaining stitches and pull tight to close the hole.(6)
Scarf
The scarf is crocheted with red yarn.
Create a slip knot and chain 51.
Crochet 1 sc in the second chain from the hook, and in each chain until the end (51 sc).
Chain 1, then cut the yarn and sew the ends to secure.
Tie the scarf around the snowman's neck and glue it in place.
Arms and Buttons
Eyes and Buttons: Use a darning needle and black yarn to sew on the eyes and buttons.
Arms: Cut a pipe cleaner, wrap it with brown yarn, and sew it onto the snowman's body.
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Before the first stitch
- Check you have both hook sizes ready, the 4mm and the 2mm.
- Set aside a stitch marker for the start of each round.
- Read through the head rounds once before you begin the magic ring.
Minutes per piece
- Head and nose about 1.5 hours, because the head alone runs fifteen rounds
- Body, arms, and finishing about 2.5 to 4 hours, because stuffing and sewing take patience
Other yarns that work
- acrylic worsted weight Holds its shape well for stuffing. Pair it with the 4mm hook as written.
- cotton worsted weight Gives a firmer, less stretchy fabric. Stuffing may need a touch more yarn to cover fully.
Where it ends up
- Hang it on a small indoor branch or garland as a soft accent piece.
- Set it on a windowsill beside other little stitched figures.
- Give it as a handmade gift, paired with a simple gift tag.
Small notes
- Use the 4mm hook for the main body and the 2mm hook for smaller parts like the nose.
- Move your stitch marker every round without fail. It is easy to lose your place in plain single crochet.
- Stuff the head and body firmly before closing each section. Loose stuffing leaves a soft, uneven shape.
Little questions
Can I skip the hat?
Yes, the snowman stands fine without one. The hat is a separate add-on, not required for the body to hold together.
What stuffing amount do I need?
The pattern does not give an exact weight, so stuff by feel. Fill until the head and body feel firm but not stretched.
Why does the nose use a smaller hook?
The 2mm hook keeps the nose tight and small. A looser gauge here would leave gaps for stuffing to peek through.
Is the body joined to the head?
Yes, the body is worked with the yarn still attached from the head. This avoids extra ends to weave in between the two parts.
Original pattern: https://crocheteverything.com/crochet-snowman-ornament-pattern-for-a-festive-touch/
About the Author
Tamsin Okoro Who writes the patterns at Yarn Gallery, how a pattern gets from the hook to the page, and what this site will never do.
