Warm, whimsical and wonderful - knitted snowman decorations bring a handmade touch to winter décor that store-bought items can’t match.
This page is full of cheerful and free patterns for knitted snowman-themed items such as ornaments, hats for kids and fun knitted snowman gift card holders plus so much more.
Whether you’re a beginner wanting a tiny mantelpiece friend or an experienced knitter planning a whole family of frosty characters, this page will walk you through free snowman knitting patterns.
Knitting snowmen is personal and unique. The crafter chooses the yarn, color and personality of the snowman, such as shy, jolly or mischievous.
Small knitted snowmen make perfect quick and heartfelt presents. I love to gift snowmen because they are simply winter themed and not related to any religion during a busy holiday season.
For those with small children, a knitted snowman is a soft, kid-friendly home decoration that is made from materials safer than glass, ceramic, or other fragile materials.
Many of the projects below can be made using scrap yarn. Worsted weight is perfect for a smaller snowman. Not much white yarn will be needed, but be sure to experiment with other colors for the decorations on the snowman.
Needles used are double-pointed needles or small circular 16” needles. Suggested sizes are US 6-8, depending on the yarn. A tapestry needle will also be needed. Don’t forget a stitch marker!
Other items that can be used include polyester filling, small buttons, safety eyes or embroidery floss for eyes, felt, wire for posable arms, ribbon and tiny pom pons. The sky is the limit for these fun snowman patterns!
The Snowman Gift Card Cozy by Inspirations is darling! Be sure to check out the free snowman knitting pattern that will make a winter gift card more personal.
The cozy little guy can be shaped to hang onto the gift card before it’s ready to give. This free intermediate knit gift wrapping pattern is a charming idea for giving gift cards during the winter season.
Scroll down to see all the free snowman knitting patterns!
If you crochet and are interested in browsing crochet snowman patterns, they are also available.
Time to add a little charming snowman smile to your winter surroundings!
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This free knit potholder pattern is knit in the stockinette stitch with stranded colorwork.
DROPS Design
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Grab this free knit pattern and start knitting a delightful snowman wearing a stylish hat and scarf.
By Freerica Patmore on Prima
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One of the great things about this free pattern is that you can use any color of leftover yarn from your stash.
Cooldenim
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Enhance your holiday home by using this free knit pattern to create a classic blanket featuring snowman and snowflake details.
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This free winter snowman knitting pattern is designed for a baby or toddler, featuring warm earmuffs, a cute carrot nose, and an adorable smile.
Little Red Window
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This easy snowman knitting pattern can be worked on a circular knitting machine or by hand. Get instructions for both methods.
Our Daily Craft
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This beginner-friendly snowman pattern is knit on straight needles - body and head one piece, with the hat, scarf and twig arms knit separately.
Gina Michele
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This roly-poly snowman with earmuffs and scarf will look adorable as a holiday decoration on a tree or simply displayed around the home.
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This free knit pattern, worked top down, features a raglan sweater with a snowman design on the front
DROPS Design
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Enhance holiday decor with this delightful snowman jar cozy. It is an easy knit pattern and it's free to download.
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Create an adorable snowman family with these free knitting patterns.
By: Debra Dooley on favecrafts
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Make gift giving special with this free knitting pattern for a festive gift bag that measures 28" in circumference and 16" high.
Premier Yarns
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Here’s a free, easy pattern to knit a mini snowman with straight needles that can be hung on a tree or sat on a shelf for an adorable decoration.
Craftfix
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Learn how you can use your addi, loops and threads, sentro, or other loom knitting machine to create your own festive snowman this holiday ...
Yarn Punk
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These cute mini snowmen can be knit either flat on straight needles and then seamed or in the round using double-pointed needles. Your choice!
by Esther Braithwaite on Ravelry
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Knit a family of snow people - snowbaby, snowlady and snowman - with this free pattern.
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Enhance your winter home decor with this knit snowman with his colorful hat and scarf. Download the free pattern.
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Here are free knitting instructions for knitting a snowman and his clothes and making the hat.
AOK Corral
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A garter stitched snowman is featured on this holiday card tutorial.
by Frankie Brown on Ravelry
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Knit up a family of snowmen with this free pattern containing 3 different sizes.
Marianna's Lazy Daisy Days
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Make gift cards more personal by making this adorable snowman cozy to hold the card. Use the free pattern available here.
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This free knitting pattern gives details to make the hat in four different sizes: baby, toddlers, children and women.
Fox and Pine Stitches
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Knit adorable snowman to hang on the tree or just hang out around the house.
Flutterby Patch
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How to spool knit a snowman ornament.
Needlepointers.com
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Make this fun home decor accessory, a happy face snowman pillow, with this free downloadable knit pattern.
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Get the free pattern and knit some fun winter socks starting cuff down, with snowmen on the leg part and snowflurries covering the foot part.
by Anna Lange on Ravelry
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This snowman square would work great as a washcloth or dishcloth or perhaps a square for an afghan. Get the free pattern here.
Daisy and Storm
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Download this free pattern and knit this stocking that has a fun and colorful snowman design.
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Do you like snowmen? If so, knit this fun, cute and cozy snowman sweater using the free pattern you'll find here.
DROPS Design
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This bottle topper is knit in the round using simples decrease with simple embroidery used for the eyes, felt carrot nose and finished with a garter stitch scarf.
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These snowmen are a quick knitting project that can use scrap yarn and buttons.
By Donna Herron on HubPages
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Decorate holiday gifts or the tree with these adorable snowmen with this free snowman pattern.
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