Free Crochet Snowman Pattern (crochet applique)

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As the air gets crisper and the festive season approaches, it’s time to add a touch of whimsy to your holiday decorations with my free crochet snowman pattern.

This delightful project is a quick and easy way to bring the joyous spirit of Christmas into your home.

Whether you’re looking to adorn your tree with handmade ornaments, or searching for that special accent for your winter-themed projects, this crochet appliqué is the perfect solution.

Ideal for crocheters of all skill levels, this pattern will guide you through each step, ensuring that your holiday crafting is as fun and stress-free as possible.

So, grab your hook and your favorite yarn, and let’s create a snowman that will never melt away!

Free Crochet Snowman Pattern Information

Skill Level

Advanced beginner

Materials

E 3.5 mm crochet hook
worsted weight yarn in dark brown, black, white, orange and green
tapestry needle
stitch markers

Finished Size

My crochet snowman measures 6″ long and 5″ wide.

Crochet Gauge

Snowman body: 4 rounds and 6 stitches= 1 inch

Important Notes

The chain at the beginning of a round never counts as your first stitch.
Instructions between two asterisks (*) should be repeated for the remainder of the round.
This pattern starts with a magic circle (also known as a magic ring or adjustable ring). If you are a beginner crocheter, check out my magic circle tutorial.

Related Patterns

If you like this Snowman pattern, you may also like my Christmas Tree and Reindeer Appliqués.

Abbreviations

dc = double crochet
hdc = half double crochet
sc = single crochet
st = stitch
sts = stitches
sl st = slip stitch
ch = chain
chs = chains
rnd = round
rnds = rounds
rem = remaining

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Free Crochet Snowman Pattern Instructions

Snowman Head Pattern

Crochet hook: E 3.5 mm
Yarn: white

Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 10 dc, join with sl st in top of first dc [10]

Rnd 2: ch 2, 2 dc in same st, 2 dc in each rem st, join [20]

Rnd 3: ch 2, 2 dc in same st, dc in next st, *2 dc in next st, dc in next st*, join [30]

Scarf Pattern

Crochet hook: E 3.5 mm
Yarn: green

1. Join green yarn on right side of head (see picture), ch 2 and dc 9.

Now you will make the part of the scarf that hangs down.

2. Chain 6, dc in the 3rd chain from the hook, dc in each of the 3 rem chains and join with a slip stitch to the main part of the scarf.

Fasten off leaving a long tail that you will need for later.

Snowman Body Pattern

Crochet hook: E 3.5 mm
Yarn: white

Rnd 1: magic ring, ch 2, 10 dc, join with sl st in top of first dc [10]

Rnd 2: ch 2, 2 dc in same st, 2 dc in each rem st, join [20]

Rnd 3: ch 2, 2 dc in same st, dc in next st, *2 dc in next st, dc in next st*, join [30]

Rnd 4: ch 2, 2 dc in same st, dc in next 2 sts, *2 dc in next st, dc in next 2 sts*, join [40]

Rnd 5: ch 2, 2 dc in same st, dc in next 3 sts, *2 dc in next st, dc in next 3 sts*, join [50]

Use a tapestry needle and the yarn tail from the scarf to attach the head to the body.

Hat Pattern

Crochet hook: E 3.5 mm
Yarn: black

Tip: Leave a long yarn tail when you start your chain. You will need this when you sew the hat onto the head.

Row 1: Chain 12, hdc in the 3rd ch from the hook, turn [10}

Row 2: slip st in three stitches, ch 2 and dc in the same st (the 3rd st) and dc in the next 5 sts, turn [6]

Row 3: ch 2, dc in each st, turn [6]

Row 4: ch 2, dc in each st, fasten off [6]

Use a tapestry needle to sew the hat onto the head.

Nose Pattern

Crochet hook: E 3.5 mm
Yarn: orange

Row 1: ch 5 and sc in the 2nd ch from the hook and each rem ch, turn [4]

Row 2: ch 1, sc in each st, turn [4]

Row 3: ch 1, sc, sc2tog, sc, turn [3]

Row 4: ch 1, sc in each st, turn [3]

Row 5: ch 1, sc3tog, fasten off leaving a long tail to sew onto head.

Use a tapestry needle to sew the nose onto the face.

Arms Pattern

(make 2)

Crochet hook: E 3.5 mm
Yarn: dark brown

Do not fasten off until you have completed the entire arm.

Arm: Chain 6 and sc in the 2nd chain from the hook and each rem ch [5]

First Branch: Chain 3 and sc in the 2nd chain from the hook and the rem chain, join to the arm with a slip stitch

Second Branch: Chain 3 and sc in the 2nd chain from the hook and the rem chain, join to the arm again and fasten off

Use a tapestry needle to sew the arms onto the body. See the picture for arm placement.

Buttons Pattern

(make 3)

Crochet hook: E 3.5 mm
Yarn: black

Magic ring, ch 1, 9 hdc, join and fasten off leaving a long tail to sew onto body.

Use a tapestry needle to sew the buttons onto the body. See the picture for button placement.

Eyes Pattern

Tool: tapestry needle
Yarn: black

Use a tapestry needle and a scrap of black yarn to make two lines above the nose for eyes.

You are done! I’d love to see what you do with your applique!

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