Though Christmas may still be a while away, it’s never too early to start crafting! Today, I’m excited to share an easy Beginner Snowman Amigurumi pattern that’s perfect for holiday crafting. With its simple design and tiny scarf, this snowman is a fun and quick project, even for beginners. The pattern includes helpful images to guide you in placing the eyes just right, making the process even easier.
Beginner Snowman for Christmas Crochet Pattern
This pattern suggests using chenille yarn for a soft, plush finish, though the specific yarn brand is not mentioned. Since the snowman is primarily white, you can choose any brand or type of yarn that works best for your project. If you’re ready to get started, let’s crochet this adorable snowman together!
Designer: cutestuffcrochet
Free PDF Pattern available for download!
Abbreviations
Mr: magic ring
Sc: single crochet
Inc: increase
Dec: decrease
Flo: front loop only
Bob: bobble stitch (6 loops)
St(s): stitch/stitches
Slst: slip stitch
R: round
Fo: fasten off
Materials
Chenille size 6 yarn in white, orange, and any color for the scarf
4.5mm hook, or size matching yarn size
10mm safety eyes
Polyfil stuffing
Stitch marker
Scissors
Optional accessories for buttons + scarf
Head & Body (white)
R1: 6 sc in mr (6)
R2: inc around (12)
R3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4: (2sc, inc) x6 (24)
R5-R6: sc around (24) [2 rounds]
R7: (2sc, dec) x6 (18)
R8: (sc, dec) x6 (12)
R9: in flo – inc around (24)
R10: (sc, inc) x4, (bob, inc), (sc, inc) x3, (bob, inc), (sc, inc) x3 (36)
Insert eyes between r5-r6 (5 sts apart) & aligned with bob sts.
Stuff head firmly.
R11-R12: sc around (36) [2 rounds]
R13: (2sc, dec) x9 (27)
R14: (sc, dec) x9 (18)
Stuff body firmly.
R15: dec around (9)
Slst and fo. Close hole & hide tails.
Scarf (any color)
Chain 30, or however long needed to wrap around your snowman’s neck. Make sure there is a little extra space for the scarf tails. Wrap around your snowman’s neck and sew/glue in place.
Nose (orange)
Use orange yarn to embroider a nose onto your snowman in between the eyes. You can also use felt as an alternative.
Accessories
Add any accessories of your choosing!
Ideas: clay charms, rhinestones, embellishments, etc.
