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When the days turn cold, there is nothing cozier than an afternoon of crafting. These five snowman projects bring whimsical winter charm indoors, from sweet felt ornaments to a fluffy wreath. They are simple, joyful, and perfect for all ages, with adult help for hot glue and sharp tools.
1. Felt Snowman Ornaments
You need: white, black, and orange felt sheets, needle and thread or fabric glue, fiberfill, scissors, ribbon, and small buttons or beads.
- Cut two matching snowman shapes from white felt.
- Sew or glue the edges, leaving a small gap.
- Stuff lightly with fiberfill and close the gap.
- Add a felt scarf, hat, and nose.
- Sew on buttons or beads for eyes and buttons.
- Attach a ribbon loop for hanging.
For toddlers, skip small beads and draw the faces with fabric markers instead.
2. Snowman Photo Frames
You need: cardboard or foam sheets, white paint, brushes, markers, scissors, glue, and embellishments like buttons, glitter, or stickers.
- Cut a snowman shape with an opening for a photo.
- Paint it white and let it dry.
- Draw the face and details with markers.
- Decorate with buttons, glitter, or stickers.
- Tape a photo behind the opening.
These make wonderful gifts for grandparents.
3. Pom-Pom Snowmen
You need: white yarn, a pom-pom maker or cardboard rings, scissors, black and orange felt, glue, and tiny accessories.
- Make two or three pom-poms in different sizes.
- Trim them into neat rounds.
- Glue them together to form the body and head.
- Add felt eyes, nose, and buttons.
- Finish with a mini scarf and hat.
4. Snowman Wreath
You need: white pom-poms or cotton balls, a foam wreath form, a hot glue gun, fabric or ribbon, felt for the face, and scissors.
- Cover the wreath form in white pom-poms with hot glue.
- Add a felt face.
- Wrap fabric or ribbon around the wreath as a scarf.
- Finish with a tiny hat or buttons.
5. Upcycled Snowmen
You need: clean recycled materials such as bottle caps, tin cans, and buttons, plus paint, brushes, glue, string or wire, and ribbons.
- Clean and dry the materials. Cover or file any sharp can edges.
- Paint them white and let them dry.
- Assemble with glue or wire.
- Paint on details and add ribbon scarves.
- Hang or display your frosty friend.
Frosty Friends All Winter
These snowmen are a lovely way to upcycle, spend time together, and fill your home with handmade joy. For more ideas, try 5 More Fun Snowman Crafts or paint Cardinals in the Snow.
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