Adorable Christmas Snowman Free Crochet Tutorial
Designer: Svetlana Burova
Instagram: @burova.decor
Difficulty Level: Easy
Brighten your winter days with this charming little friend — it’s time to start stitching…
Snowmen bring a nostalgic touch to your winter decor. Therefore, they provide the ultimate inspiration for your next DIY Crochet Gift Ideas. This character makes a standout choice among Easy Crochet Projects because it features a classic design. Moreover, many crafters prefer Low Sew Amigurumi Patterns to save time. We offer our sincere thanks to Bruva Decor for sharing this lovely Free Pattern with us. At the end of this post, you will also discover a gallery of stunning amigurumi snowman ideas. If you want to create a festive holiday ornament that is easy to make, this tutorial is a perfect place to start.
This Beginner amigurumi snowman pattern helps you master how to crochet amigurumi quickly. The project remains beginner-friendly because the main body shapes are very straightforward. Consequently, it serves as a Quick to Make Amigurumi for the busy holiday season. While we designed this snowman with Pekhorka yarn for a crisp finish, you can also use Velvet Yarn. However, remember that plush yarn will significantly increase the final size! This versatility allows you to customize your winter friend easily.
To bring this winter trend to life, prepare a 2.0 mm crochet hook and knitting needles. The process involves simple rounds and basic color changes. First, use fiberfill to give your snowman a plump shape. Next, follow this step by step guide to master the tiny details. Don’t forget to visit the Amigurumi Santa Free Pattern for more beginner friendly holiday tips. Finally, add a cute pom-pom to finish your project. Scroll down and let’s start stitching!
Materials and tools
• Yarn: Pekhorka “Detskaya Novinka” (200 m / 50 g)
• Crochet hook 2 mm
• Knitting needles 2.5 mm
Finished size: approx. 7.5 cm (without pom-pom)
Abbreviations
MR – magic ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease
dc – double crochet
(…) x n – repeat the instructions in parentheses n times
ULTIMATE EASY AMIGURUMI SNOWMAN FREE CROCHET PATTERN
Arms (Make 2)
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: inc x 6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) x 6 (18)
R4–R5: 18 sc (2 rounds)
R6: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Change yarn to sweater color and work in back loops only.
R7: (4 sc, dec) x 2 (10)
R8–R17: 10 sc (10 rounds)
Stuff only the hand.
Make an edging with fluffy yarn in R7, working in the front loops only.
Head
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: inc x 6 (12)
R3: (inc, 1 sc) x 6 (18)
R4: (inc, 2 sc) x 6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
R6: 1 sc, inc, (4 sc, inc) x 5, 3 sc (36)
R7: (5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)
R8: 3 sc, inc, (6 sc, inc) x 5, 3 sc (48)
R9–R15: 48 sc (7 rounds)
R16: 3 sc, dec, (6 sc, dec) x 5, 3 sc (42)
R17: (dec, 5 sc) x 6 (36)
R18: 3 sc, (dec, 4 sc) x 5, dec, 1 sc (30)
R19: (dec, 3 sc) x 6 (24)
Leave yarn for sewing.
Body
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: inc x 6 (12)
R3–R9: crochet the same as the head, increasing up to 54 sc
R10–R15: 54 sc (6 rounds)
R16: Change yarn to sweater color, work in back loops only, 54 sc
R17: 54 sc
R18: (7 sc, dec) x 6 (48)
R19: 3 sc, (dec, 6 sc) x 5, dec, 3 sc (42)
R20: 42 sc
R21: (dec, 5 sc) x 6 (36)
R22: 36 sc
R23: 3 sc, (dec, 4 sc) x 5, dec, 1 sc (30)
R24: Join the arms
5 sc together with the arm, 10 sc, 5 sc together with the arm, 5 sc
R25: 30 sc
R26: (dec, 3 sc) x 6 (24)
R27–R28: 24 sc (2 rounds)
Sew the head to the body.
Decoration (Boy / Girl)
For the boy
Make a fluffy yarn edging in R16.
For the girl
In R16 crochet a skirt: 2 dc in each stitch.
Finish with fluffy yarn edging.
Nose
Iris yarn, 1 mm crochet hook.
Hat
Knitting needles 2.5 mm
Cast on 40 stitches
Knit 14 rows, then make decreases.
Scarf
Cast on 54 stitches with knitting needles
Knit 3 rows.
Copyright & Credits
This amigurumi pattern is an original design by the designer.
The pattern may not be copied, translated, reproduced, or published without permission.
Finished items made from this pattern may be shared or sold with proper credit to the designer.