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33 Cute Snowman Crafts for Kids and Grownups to Make This Winter

Since we tend to spend a lot of time indoors in the winter, it’s no wonder snowman crafts for kids are so popular! Cool weather outdoors and warm, snuggly conditions indoors make it the perfect opportunity for being creative.

But we know adults love to get crafty, too, so we’ve rounded up some gorgeous snowman crafts for grownups as well.

Take a look at these projects, go through your craft supplies, and pick out something fabulous to make for yourself or a friend. Many of these snowman crafts for kids are wonderful gifts at Christmastime.

collage of various snowman crafts

Adorable Snowman Crafts for Kids

1. Alphabet Snowman Blocks

These Alphabet Snowman Blocks by Homemade Heather will look adorable on the mantle or on your desk. You’ll want to help the kids make several sets of these with different accessories so they can mix and match them!

alphabet snowman blocks

2. Peanut Snowman Ornaments

Oh my gosh… how sweet are these Peanut Snowman Ornaments by The Flying Couponer? Painted peanuts make simply adorable little snowmen.

peanut snowman ornaments

3. Snowman Cards

These Cotton Ball Snowman Cards by The Best Ideas for Kids make the cutest Christmas cards ever!

snowman cards

4. Pom Pom Snowman Magnets

Kids will love making these Pom Pom Snowman Magnets by A Mom’s Impression with the soft pom poms. They’ll look fantastic as magnets on your fridge.

pom pom snowmen

5. Paper Bag Snowman

We love paper bag puppets here, so you’d better believe this cute little Paper Bag Snowman Craft by Simple Everyday Mom was at the top of our list. How adorable! Your kids will have so much fun playing with this puppet.

paper bag snowman

6. Snowman Sensory Bottle

This Snowman Sensory Bottle by Little Bins for Little Hands is perfect for little ones who need a relaxing and calming activity during the holiday season.

snowman sensory bottles

7. Wood Slice Snowman Ornaments

These DIY Snowman Ornaments with Wooden Slices by Mommy Made That are made from wooden slices and fun cotton trim.

wood slice snowman ornaments

8. Yarn Wrapped Snowman

This is an adorable Yarn Wrapped Snowman by Artsy Momma – perfect for tweens to make!

yarn-wrapped snowman

9. Fingerprint Salt Dough Snowman Ornament

Make a personalized Christmas ornament for family with these adorable Salt Dough Snowman Ornaments by Messy Little Monster. Use salt dough or clay for this cute keepsake craft.

fingerprint snowmen

10. Wine Cork Snowman Ornament

Turn wine corks into cute little snowman ornaments with a little bit of paint and some craft supplies! You’ll love making this Easy Wine Cork Snowman Ornament by Crayons and Cravings.

wine cork snowman ornament

11. Snowman Christmas Ornament

This cute Snowman Christmas Ornament by Crayons and Cravingst is fun and easy to make using clear plastic fillable ornaments.

snowman christmas ornament

12. Fingerprint Snowman Wood Slice Ornament

Make a Christmas ornament and keepsake in one with this adorable Fingerprint Snowman Wood Slice Ornament by Messy Little Monster. This rustic Christmas craft is perfect for toddlers, preschooler and older children too!

fingerprint snowman wood slice ornaments

13. Egg Carton Snowman

This recycled Egg Carton Snowman craft by Simple Everyday Mom is a fun way to spend a winter morning or afternoon with the littles.

egg carton snowman

14. Snowman Color Matching Activity

Help your little ones learn to match their colors with this sweet Snowman Color Matching Activity by Natural Beach Living. Velcro tabs and pom poms are your friends with this craft. Give him lots of “buttons” and colors in his scarf.

snowman color matching activity

15. Printable Snowman Craft

This Printable Snowman Craft with Accordion Legs by Mama Likes This is extra fun because of the springy accordion legs and arms. He’ll look so cute in your home or classroom!

printable snowman papercraft

16. Snowman Popsicle Stick Ornaments

Make a cute little Popsicle Stick Snowman Ornament to hang from the tree. It’s as simple as painting some craft sticks white and adding fun faces and buttons to them.

snowman popsicle stick ornaments by Glue Sticks & Gumdrops

17. Snowman in a Bag

When you’re stuck indoors in the winter, this Snowman in a Bag by Little Bins for Little Hands can be lots of fun for wiggly little kids.

snowman in a bag

18. Snowman Table Setting

This Snowman Paper Plate Table Setting by Artsy Momma is fun for a Winter themed party with kids!

snowman table setting

19. Play Dough Snowman Kit

When it’s too cold to play in the snow, you can build a snowman with this DIY Play Dough Snowman Kit by Tikkido. Even those in warm climates can use some winter themed fun!

snowman play dough kit

20. Snowman TP Roll Craft

We made this Toilet Roll Snowman Craft  a couple of years ago, and my kiddo still enjoys making them every year. These tp roll snowmen are great fun!

toilet roll snowman craft blue background

21. Q-Tip Painted Snowman

Little ones of all ages love painting with different materials, like this Q-Tip Painted Snowman by Sixth Bloom!

child painting a snowman with a q-tip

Snowman Crafts for Grown Ups

22. Wood Snowman

Take your yard decor to the next level with this easy DIY Wood Snowman by Happiest Camper Homestead. Customize it with your own choice of scarf.

wooden snowman against a brick background

23. Mason Jar Lid Snowman

This Mason Jar Lid Snowman by Crafts by Amanda makes a great conversation piece and is beautiful with rustic Christmas decor.

snowman made of painted mason jar lids

24. Bottle Cap Snowman Ornaments

This is a fun and easy project that uses bottle caps that you’d normally recycle or toss, anyway. These Bottle Cap Snowman Ornaments by Mom Foodie make absolutely gorgeous ornaments. This craft is best left to older children and adults since bottle caps have rough edges.

snowman ornaments made out of bottle caps

25. Mini Snowman Softie

This is a super cute Snowman Softie by Felt with Love Designs! It can easily be adapted to be no-sew by using a hot glue gun. It makes a sweet little ornament or toy for a small child.

plush softie snowman easy sew craft

26. Sock Snowman Craft

This DIY Sock Snowman Craft by Reuse Grow Enjoy is a great way to reuse socks that no longer have a match. It’s especially cute with those fuzzy chenille socks for added texture.

snowman made out of chenille socks

27. Bowling Pin Snowman

Wooden bowling pins work best for this Bowling Pin Snowman by Making of a Mom, and you can buy them online HERE. But even those plastic toy bowling pins would look super cute made into snowmen. You could also try calling a local bowling alley to see if they have some old pins they’re no longer using. What an adorable piece of decor!

snowman made out of a painted bowling pin

28. Snowman Wine Glasses

Make your own adorable DIY Wine Glass Snowman. This step by step tutorial by Ann’s Entitled Life will show you how to easily make wine glass snowman which are perfect for a centerpiece, mantel decor or table decorations through the winter season.

snowman decor made from painted wine glasses

29. Button Snowman Craft

These easy to make little button snowmen are adorable winter crafts that can be made in no time flat! Framed Button Snowman Craft by Ann’s Entitled Life

button snowman craft in pretty frames

30. Olaf Sock Craft

Create this easy, adorable Olaf Sock Craft by To Simply Inspire with the Frozen lover in your house!

olaf snowman made from socks

31. Snowman Candy Holder

This adorable DIY Snowman Candy Holder by Drugstore Divas is made from an upcycled peanuts container. It’s perfect to add candy to for a neighbor’s gift.

snowman candy holder made from recycled plastic containers

32. Mason Jar Luminary

Light up your mantle or table with a sweet Mason Jar Luminary by Chica Circle that you can leave up all winter long.

mason jar luminary with snowman face

33. Snowman Bath Bombs

If you’re new to making bath bombs, these Easy Snowman Bath Bombs by Happiness is Homemade are a great place to start! They’re perfect for gift-giving to people of all ages.

snowman-themed bath bombs

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