29 Fun and Festive Snowman Crafts for Everyone to Enjoy in 2024

These snowman crafts are just what you need to ring in the holiday season. You may not live in an area where snow is likely this year, but you should still be able to enjoy snowman activities. These crafts are designed for adults, kids and toddlers. Everyone can join in on the crafting fun!

We recommend gathering supplies for at least two crafts. For adults, consider hosting a crafting party or a fun night in. For kids, use these crafts once school/preschool lets out for the season. Let’s get crafty!

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• Snowman Crafts for Adults
• Simple Snowman Crafts
• Snowman Crafts for Kids
• Snowman Crafts for Toddlers

Snowman Crafts for Adults

Arts and crafts for adults are a little more elevated than your standard holiday craft and a whole lot of fun. 

1. Snowman Sewing Craft

Supplies: Fabric, stuffing, needle, thread, buttons, felt.

What can you make snowman arms out of? Well, with this craft, you make it out of fabric. This snowman craft involves sewing two pieces of fabric together, stuffing them and adding buttons for eyes and a felt nose and scarf. This soft snowman can be displayed on shelves or given as a cozy winter gift, bringing a handmade touch to holiday decor.

2. Glitter Snowman Globe

Supplies: Clear jar, glitter, miniature snowman figure, water, glycerin.

Create a winter wonderland by making this snowman craft. Place a small snowman figure inside a jar, fill with water and glycerin and add glitter. Seal the lid tightly for a DIY snow globe that sparkles with each shake, adding charm to your holiday decor.

3. Felted Snowman Figure

Supplies: Felted wool, felting needle, base.

This snowman craft involves needle felting wool into a soft snowman shape. Use the felting needle to add details like eyes, a scarf and a hat. It’s a relaxing activity that results in a soft, handmade decoration perfect for winter displays.

4. Snowman Candle Holder

Supplies: Glass candle holder, paint, brushes.

Transform a plain candle holder into a snowy friend with this snowman craft. Use white paint to create a snowman shape, then add eyes, a carrot nose and a cozy scarf. Light a candle inside to illuminate your homemade snowman and brighten your holiday ambiance.

5. Snowman Garland

Supplies: Felt, twine, glue, markers.

Create a cheerful snowman craft garland by cutting felt into snowman shapes, decorating each with a scarf and hat and stringing them together on twine. Hang it across a mantel, window or wall to add a festive, handmade look to your holiday decor.

6. Snowman Wreath

Supplies: White yarn, wire frame, felt, decorative accents.

This snowman craft involves wrapping a wreath frame in fluffy white yarn, then adding felt eyes, a carrot nose and a scarf. Add some wintery greenery or holly for a finishing touch. Perfect for doors or walls, this wreath brings a snowy touch to your entryway.

7. Snowman Ornament

Supplies: Clear ornament, fake snow, miniature decorations.

This snowman craft uses a clear ornament filled with fake snow and decorated with a tiny snowman scene. Add mini scarves, hats and twig arms for detail. Hang it on your tree for a personalized, wintry ornament that celebrates the snowy season in style. 

You may also use some Perler bead ideas and make a snowman with these beads and a hot iron. DIY Christmas ornaments bring holiday cheer and are a great pastime. 

Simple Snowman Crafts

The following crafts may not be the best snowman crafts to sell, but these Christmas art projects are easy and fun to make. 

8. Snowman Door Hanger

Supplies: Foam board, paint, markers, ribbon.

Create a fun snowman craft door hanger by painting a snowman on foam board, adding details like eyes, a nose and a scarf. Attach a ribbon loop for easy hanging. This cheerful door decoration brings a welcoming winter touch to your home. Plus, this is one of the DIY Christmas decorations that can be reused again and again.

9. Snowman Greeting Card

Supplies: Cardstock, markers, buttons, glue, felt.

Make a heartfelt snowman craft card by drawing a snowman shape on cardstock and decorating with buttons for eyes, a felt scarf and a carrot nose. Add a festive message inside for a personalized, handmade holiday greeting card that friends and family will love.

10. Snowman Stress Ball

Supplies: White balloon, flour, markers.

What can I use for a snowman face? Well, in this case, draw a snowman face with markers. You make this snowman craft by filling a white balloon with flour and drawing the face on the balloon with markers. Squeeze and knead for a fun, stress-relieving toy. It’s a playful and therapeutic addition to holiday crafting, especially fun for kids and adults alike. We recommend double ballooning the flour for extra security. 

11. Painted Snowman Porch Sign

Supplies: Wooden board, paint, brushes.

Paint a rustic snowman on a wooden board for this outdoor wooden snowman craft. Add details like a hat, scarf and snowy background. Display it on your porch or entryway for a charming winter welcome that’s sure to make guests smile.

12. Snowman Bookmark

Supplies: Cardstock, markers, glue.

Create this simple snowman craft by cutting cardstock into a bookmark shape and drawing a snowman on it. Add a felt scarf and tiny hat for detail. This practical and fun bookmark is a perfect winter gift or a sweet craft for young readers. Consider making a few bookmarks to give away to fellow bookworms. 

13. Snowman Popsicle Stick Craft

Supplies: Popsicle sticks, paint, glue, markers.

This snowman craft involves painting popsicle sticks white, gluing them together and drawing on a face. Add a scarf and hat with felt or paper for a playful touch. This easy, quick craft is perfect for decorating or gifting. You can even use glue and sprinkle glitter for a more festive snowman.

14. Snowman Fridge Magnets

Supplies: Craft foam, markers, magnets, glue.

Cut craft foam into snowman shapes, decorate with markers and attach magnets to the back. This snowman craft creates adorable fridge decorations, bringing a little winter cheer to your kitchen and making a fun, interactive addition for kids.

15. Snowman Gift Tags

Supplies: Cardstock, markers, ribbon, hole punch.

Cut out snowman shapes from cardstock and decorate with scarves and hats to make gift tags. Punch a hole, add ribbon and attach to holiday presents. This snowman craft adds a charming, personalized touch to gift wrapping. Pair them with plain brown wrapping paper and they’ll really pop.

Snowman Crafts for Kids

Did you know that “your child is developing lifelong skills” during craft time? According to Scholastic, “crafting helps develop fine motor skills…teaches shapes and colors…encourages critical thinking” and more. These crafts should be central to your holiday fun.  

Wondering how to make a snowman craft with kids? These snowman Christmas crafts give you the supplies and instructions you need.

16. Pinecone Snowman

Supplies: Pinecones, cotton balls, glue, felt.

Make a natural snowman craft by gluing cotton balls to a pinecone, then adding a felt hat and scarf. Add a cute face with markers. These make adorable tabletop decorations and add a rustic touch to your winter decor.

17. Button Snowman Craft

Supplies: Buttons, cardstock, glue, markers.

Create a snowman from various-sized buttons glued to cardstock. Draw on details like eyes, a carrot nose and arms. This simple snowman craft is easy for kids to make and results in a cute keepsake for holiday decorations.

18. Snowman Pom-Poms

Supplies: White yarn, scissors, felt, markers.

Use white yarn to create pom-poms for a fluffy snowman craft. Glue or sew them together, then add felt eyes, nose and scarf. These pom-poms make playful, soft snowmen that are great for decor or wintertime play. They’re also versatile enough to be strung as garlands, hung on the tree or used as adorable gift toppers.

19. Snowman Beaded Ornament

Supplies: White beads, wire, markers.

Thread white beads onto a wire to form a snowman shape, then use markers to draw on a face and add a ribbon for hanging. This snowman craft is a fun ornament that’s easy to customize for your tree. Personalize it with different bead sizes or add tiny accessories for a unique touch on each snowman.

20. Pipe Cleaner Snowman

Supplies: Pipe cleaners, beads, markers.

Twist pipe cleaners into a snowman shape, adding beads for eyes and buttons. Bend another pipe cleaner for arms and add a scarf. This snowman craft is flexible, easy to make and a cute addition to winter decorations.

21. Clothespin Snowman

Supplies: Clothespins, paint, felt, markers.

Paint clothespins white and decorate them as snowmen with felt hats and scarves. This snowman craft makes adorable tree ornaments or fridge clips, adding a little wintery fun to everyday items.

22. Snowman Toilet Roll Craft

Supplies: Toilet paper roll, paint, markers, felt.

Turn a toilet roll into a snowman by painting it white and adding a face and felt scarf. This snowman craft is eco-friendly and fun for kids to make with supplies you already have at home.

Snowman Crafts for Toddlers

These crafts are the perfect DIY Christmas gifts for everyone from little ones to grandparents and other relatives. 

23. Snowman Sensory Bottle

Supplies: Clear bottle, water, glitter, small snowman figure.

Fill a bottle with water, glitter and a tiny snowman figure. This snowman craft is ideal for toddlers, creating a calming sensory experience as they shake it and watch the snow swirl around. It’s also a wonderful tool to soothe children, offering a quiet moment of relaxation amidst holiday excitement.

24. Snowman Sticker Scene

Supplies: Paper, snowman stickers, markers.

Let toddlers use snowman stickers to create a winter scene on paper. This easy snowman craft encourages creativity and storytelling, making it perfect for developing fine motor skills and having fun. Kids can design their own snowy world, adding personalized touches like drawn snowflakes or festive backgrounds.

25. Handprint Snowman Art

Supplies: Paint, paper, markers.

This snowman craft uses handprints dipped in white paint to create a snowman shape on paper. Once dry, add a face, scarf and hat with markers. This keepsake is a sweet way to preserve memories and get creative. It’s an especially meaningful project that captures the tiny handprints of children, perfect for holiday displays or gifts.

26. Snowman Shape Match

Supplies: Paper, scissors, glue.

Cut circles in various sizes and let toddlers match and glue them to make a snowman. This educational snowman craft helps young kids with shape recognition while creating an adorable snowman.

27. Edible Snowman Craft

Supplies: Marshmallows, pretzels, raisins.

Some of our other crafts answer the question: how to make a snowman for dummies. This craft answers the question: how to make an indoor edible snowman. You may assemble a snowman using marshmallows as the body, pretzels for arms and raisins for eyes. This edible snowman craft is a fun and tasty way to celebrate the season with toddlers. 

28. Snowman Slime

Supplies: White slime, small black and orange pieces.

Make a batch of white slime and mix in black and orange pieces for a snowman theme. This snowman craft is a sensory delight for toddlers, letting them squish and mold a “snowman” over and over.

29. Cotton Ball Snowman Craft

Supplies: Cotton balls, glue, paper, markers.

Glue cotton balls on paper in a snowman shape, then add details like eyes, a nose and a scarf with markers. This soft and simple snowman craft is great for young kids, combining tactile fun with creativity.

The best part of the holiday season is kicking back and enjoying time with friends and family. These crafts are a great way to spend time with loved ones and create something special. These snowman crafts are sure to warm your winter days. Embrace the snowy spirit and let your creativity shine as you bring these frosty friends to life. 

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