How to Crochet a Chubby Snowman
The Crochet Chubby Snowman
The Crochet Chubby Snowman is the cutest addition to your winter decorations! With its round body and adorable smile, it brings a touch of whimsy to any space. This little snowman is perfect for beginners and experienced crocheters alike, as it combines simple stitches with charming details.
Whether you place it on your mantel, hang it on the tree, or give it as a handmade gift, this chubby snowman is sure to spread joy and festive cheer wherever it goes. So grab your crochet hook and some yarn, and let's bring this lovable snowman to life!Materials Required
You will need:
- Cotton DK weight yarn in brown, white, green and orange
- 3.5mm crochet hook
- Black safety toy eyes 9mm
- Red and green felt
- Wool needle
- Fabric glue
- Stitch marker
Stitches and Abbreviations (UK)
- Ch - chain
- Sl st – slip stitch
- dc – double crochet
- blo – work in the back loop of the stitch only
- flo – work in the front loop of the stitch only
Creating the Snowman Body
Snowman
Starting in white yarn, make a magic ring and work 6dc into the ring. Six stitches.
RND 1: 2dc into each stitch to the end. 12 stitches.
RND 2: (dc in the first stitch, 2dc in the next stitch) repeat to end. 18 stitches.
RND 3: (dc in the first two stitches, 2dc in the next stitch) repeat to end. 24 stitches.
RND 4: (dc in the first three stitches, 2dc in the next stitch) repeat to end. 30 stitches.
RND 5-7: dc in each stitch to the end. 30 stitches. Mark round 6 with a stitch marker.
RND 8: (dc2tog, dc in the next three stitches) repeat to end. 24 stitches.
RND 9: (dc2tog, dc in next two stitches) repeat to end. 18 stitches. Insert toy eyes now; these go on the marked round 8, spaced apart.
RND 10: (dc2tog, dc in next stitch) repeat to end. 12 stitches.
Stuff firmly now.
RND 11: (dc2tog) repeat to end 6 stitches.
RND 12: 2dc into each stitch to the end. 12 stitches.
RND 13: (dc in the first stitch, 2dc in the next stitch) repeat to end. 18 stitches.
RND 14: (dc in the first two stitches, 2dc in the next stitch) repeat to end. 24 stitches.
RND 15: (dc in the first three stitches, 2dc in the next stitch) repeat to end. 30 stitches.
RND 16: (dc in the first nine stitches, 2dc in the next stitch) repeat to end. 33 stitches.
RND 17: (dc in the first ten stitches, 2dc in the next stitch) repeat to end. 36 stitches.
RND 18-24: dc in each stitch to the end. 36 stitches.
RND 25: (dc2tog, dc in the next four stitches) repeat to end. 30 stitches.
RND 26: (dc2tog, dc in the next three stitches) repeat to end. 24 stitches.
RND 27: (dc2tog, dc in next two stitches) repeat to end. 18 stitches.
RND 28: (dc2tog, dc in next stitch) repeat to end. 12 stitches.
Stuff firmly now.
RND 29: (dc2tog) repeat to end 6 stitches.
Fasten off and sew closed the hole in the base of the snowman. Weave in and cut off any loose ends.
Creating the Carrot Nose
Carrot
Starting in orange yarn, make a magic ring and work 4dc into the ring. 4 stitches.
RND 1-3: dc in each stitch to end. 4 stitches.
Fasten off and sew in place on the snowman.
Creating the Hat
Hat
Starting in white yarn, make a magic ring and work 6dc into the ring. Six stitches.
RND 1: 2dc into each stitch to the end. 12 stitches.
RND 2: (dc in the first stitch, 2dc in the next stitch) repeat to end. 18 stitches.
RND 3: Working in BLO throughout (dc2tog, dc in the next four stitches) repeat to end: 15 stitches.
RND 4-6: dc2tog, dc in each stitch to end 12 stitches at the end of RND 6.
RND 7: Working in FLO throughout (dc in the first stitch, 2dc in the next stitch) repeat to end. 18 stitches.
RND 8: (dc in the next two stitches, 2dc in the next stitch) repeat to end. 24 stitches.
Fasten off and sew in place on the snowman’s head.
Creating the Scarf
Scarf
Make one in green yarn.
Ch 4.
Row 1: dc in 2nd ch from the hook, dc in the next two ch stitches. 3 stitches.
Row 2-46: ch 1, turn, dc in each stitch to the end. 3 stitches.
Fasten off.
Knot lengths of matching yarn to the end of the scarf to form the tassels.
Tie in place around the snowman’s neck.
Finishing Touches
To finish, use the photo as a guide to decorate the snowman with a bit of ribbon around the hat and black buttons or rounds of felt sewn in place to form the coal buttons.