🧶 Beautiful ✨ Detailed 💝 Adorable

Trio Snowman Amigurumi Pattern

Trio Snowman Amigurumi Pattern
4.7★ Rating
4-5 Hours Time Needed
3.6K Made This
✂️

Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic knitting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

⏱️

Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

❄️

Winter Warmth

Cozy layers for chilly nights that combine practical warmth with beautiful, intricate stitch patterns.

About This Trio Snowman Amigurumi Pattern

Trio Snowman Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The snowman features a distinctive red and green hat with decorative trim, a long flowing scarf, and adorable mitten-style arms. Simple color changes and basic shaping techniques make this project accessible while still creating an impressive finished piece.

Why You'll Love This Trio Snowman Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this snowman pattern because it captures everything magical about winter in one adorable creation! The classic design feels nostalgic and timeless, reminding me of childhood snow days and cozy holiday memories. What I really appreciate is how the pattern uses simple increases and decreases to create that perfect snowman silhouette without complicated shaping. The satisfaction of watching the round body come together and then adding those sweet finishing touches like the carrot nose and festive hat makes every stitch worthwhile. It's one of those projects that looks impressive but doesn't overwhelm you with complexity, making it perfect for both gifting and keeping!

Trio Snowman Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Trio Snowman Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Trio Snowman Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Trio Snowman Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with this snowman pattern to create unique variations that reflect my personal style! Instead of the traditional red and green hat, I sometimes use blue and silver yarn for a frosty, icy look, or even pastels for a whimsical baby shower decoration. You could also try adding tiny crocheted accessories like a miniature broom, a little bird friend perched on the arm, or even a tiny crocheted gift package for the snowman to hold.

For a more rustic feel, I've used natural jute or beige yarn for the scarf instead of the traditional colors, which gives the snowman a farmhouse charm. You can also play with different eye sizes - using larger 10mm or 12mm safety eyes creates an adorable, cartoon-like expression that children absolutely love. If you're making a whole snowman family, try varying the body proportions by adding or reducing rounds to create different heights and sizes.

I've even experimented with adding wire armature inside the arms to make them posable, which allows you to create different scenes and poses. Another fun variation is to crochet tiny accessories like a coal bucket, a carrot basket, or miniature winter signs that say 'Let it Snow!' The scarf length can also be adjusted - make it extra long and fringe the ends for a cozy, wrapped-up look, or keep it short and simple for a cleaner silhouette.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Overstuffing the body can distort the round snowman shape - stuff firmly but leave enough give for a natural appearance ✗ Forgetting to place safety eyes between rounds 43-44 before closing the head section leads to difficult assembly later on ✗ Not working back loop only stitches correctly in round 5 and other BLO rounds creates uneven texture and ridge lines ✗ Skipping stitch markers when working continuous rounds causes stitch count errors and misshapen body proportions throughout the project

Trio Snowman Amigurumi Pattern

Create an adorable trio of snowmen with this charming amigurumi pattern! Perfect for winter decorations or holiday gifts, this delightful snowman stands approximately 15 cm tall and features a classic design with a carrot nose, button eyes, cozy scarf, and festive red and green hat. The pattern uses simple crochet techniques to build a round, plump body that captures the essence of a traditional snowman. Whether you're crafting for yourself or making handmade gifts for loved ones, this snowman brings warmth and joy to any winter collection.

Intermediate 4-5 Hours

Materials Needed for Trio Snowman Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    White yarn suitable for 1.80-2.00mm hook (YarnArt Jeans brand recommended)
  • 02
    Green yarn suitable for 1.80-2.00mm hook for hat trim
  • 03
    Red yarn suitable for 1.80-2.00mm hook for hat base
  • 04
    Orange yarn for carrot nose
  • 05
    White sewing thread for facial details
  • 06
    Black sewing thread for embroidered face features

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook 1.80-2.00mm
  • 02
    8mm safety eyes
  • 03
    Needle for sewing
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Fiberfill stuffing
  • 06
    2 small decorative buttons
  • 07
    Stitch markers

Progress Tracker

0% Complete

— Snowman :

Round 1 :

15 ch, starting from 2nd ch inc, 12 sc, 3 sc in 1 stitch (work on the other side of the chain) 13 sc (30)

Round 2 :

2 inc, 12 sc, 3 inc, 12 sc, inc (36)

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) 2 times, 13 sc, (inc, sc) 3 times, 12 sc, inc (42)

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) 2 times, 14 sc, (inc, 2 sc) 3 times, 12 sc, inc (48)

Round 5 :

BLO sc around (48)

Round 6 :

sc around (48)

Round 7 :

(7 sc, inc) 6 times (54)

Round 8-14 :

sc around (54)

Round 15 :

(7 sc, dec) 6 times (48)

Round 16-17 :

sc around (48)

Round 18 :

(6 sc, dec) 6 times (42)

Round 19-20 :

sc around (42)

Round 21 :

(5 sc, dec) 6 times (36)

Round 22-23 :

sc around (36)

Round 24 :

(4 sc, dec) 6 times (30)

Round 25-26 :

sc around (30)

Round 27 :

(3 sc, dec) 6 times (24)

Round 28-29 :

sc around (24)

Round 30 :

(3 sc, inc) 6 times (30)

Round 31 :

(4 sc, inc) 6 times (36)

Round 32 :

(5 sc, inc) 6 times (42)

Round 33 :

(6 sc, inc) 6 times (48)

Round 34 :

(7 sc, inc) 6 times (54)

Round 35 :

(8 sc, inc) 6 times (60)

Round 36-48 :

sc around (60)

Round 49 :

(8 sc, dec) 6 times (54)

Round 50 :

(7 sc, dec) 6 times (48)

Round 51 :

(6 sc, dec) 6 times (42)

Round 52 :

(5 sc, dec) 6 times (36)

Round 53 :

(4 sc, dec) 6 times (30)

Round 54 :

(3 sc, dec) 6 times (24)

Round 55 :

(2 sc, dec) 6 times (18)

Round 56 :

(sc, dec) 6 times (12)

— Nose :

Round 1 :

4 sc into a magic ring (4)

Round 2 :

(sc, inc) 2 times (6)

Round 3 :

sc around (6)

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) 2 times (8)

Round 5 :

sc around (8)

Round 6 :

(3 sc, inc) 2 times (10)

Round 7 :

sc around (10)

Info :

Attach the eyes to the 43rd and 44th rows, 9 stitches apart

— Arms :

Round 1 :

6 sc into a magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

(inc) 6 times (12)

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

BLO sc around (18)

Round 5-7 :

sc around (18)

Round 8 :

(4 sc, dec) 3 times (15)

Round 9-11 :

sc around (15)

Round 12 :

(3 sc, dec) (12)

Info :

Crochet the two edges together at the same time

— Scarf :

Instructions :

98 ch, starting from 3rd ch 96 dc

— Hat :

Round 1 :

6 sc into a magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

5 sc, inc (7)

Round 3 :

6 sc, inc (8)

Round 4 :

7 sc, inc (9)

Round 5 :

8 sc, inc (10)

Round 6 :

9 sc, inc (11)

Round 7 :

10 sc, inc (12)

Round 8 :

11 sc, inc (13)

Round 9 :

12 sc, inc (14)

Round 10 :

13 sc, inc (15)

Round 11 :

14 sc, inc (16)

Round 12 :

15 sc, inc (17)

Round 13 :

16 sc, inc (18)

Round 14 :

(2 sc, inc) 6 times (24)

Round 15 :

(3 sc, inc) 6 times (30)

Round 16 :

(4 sc, inc) 6 times (36)

Round 17 :

(5 sc, inc) 6 times (42)

Round 18 :

(6 sc, inc) 6 times (48)

Round 19 :

(7 sc, inc) 6 times (54)

Round 20 :

(8 sc, inc) 6 times (60)

Round 21 :

(9 sc, inc) 6 times (66)

Round 22-30 :

sc around (66)

Info :

Change color to green

Round 31-32 :

sc around (66)

Round 33 :

BLO Go back, 2 chains, 66 dc

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the orange carrot nose to the center of the head between rounds 40-42 using white sewing thread.
  • Position safety eyes on rounds 43-44, spacing them 9 stitches apart, and secure them before stuffing the head.
  • Use black sewing thread to embroider a simple smile below the nose and add decorative coal button details down the body.
  • Sew the completed arms to both sides of the body at the narrowest point where the bottom and top sections meet.
  • Wrap the long scarf around the neck area where the body sections connect and secure the ends with a few stitches.
  • Place the festive hat on top of the head and secure it with several stitches around the brim edge.
  • Attach two small decorative buttons down the front of the snowman's body using white or matching thread.

Important Notes

  • 💡Remember to stuff the body sections as you work - the pattern reminds you to fill pieces as you go
  • 💡The finished snowman will be approximately 15 cm tall when using YarnArt Jeans yarn with a 1.80-2.00mm hook
  • 💡Pay special attention to back loop only (BLO) rounds as they create important texture and shape definition
  • 💡Use stitch markers to track the beginning of each round to maintain accurate stitch counts throughout
  • 💡Keep consistent tension throughout the project to ensure even shaping and prevent gaps where stuffing might show
  • 💡Pattern is for personal use only and may not be reproduced, distributed, or resold per designer's terms

This delightful Trio Snowman pattern brings classic winter charm to your crochet collection with its timeless design and festive accessories! The pattern combines straightforward techniques with charming details to create a cheerful snowman that stands proudly at 15 cm tall. With its cozy scarf, festive red and green hat, and sweet carrot nose, this snowman captures the magic of winter in every stitch. Perfect for holiday decorating or as a heartfelt handmade gift! ❄️ Happy crocheting! 🧶✨

You ask,

we answer.

FAQs

What size will my finished snowman be?

When using YarnArt Jeans yarn with a 1.80-2.00mm crochet hook as recommended, your finished snowman will be approximately 15 cm (about 6 inches) tall. The size may vary if you use different yarn weights or hook sizes.

Can I use different yarn brands for this pattern?

Absolutely! While the pattern recommends YarnArt Jeans yarn, you can use any yarn suitable for a 1.80-2.00mm hook. Just make sure your yarn weight is consistent across all colors to maintain proper proportions.

When should I attach the safety eyes?

According to the pattern, you should attach the 8mm safety eyes between rounds 43 and 44, spacing them 9 stitches apart. Make sure to position and secure them before you finish stuffing and closing the head section.

Do I need to make multiple snowmen or is this pattern for one?

Despite the name 'Trio Snowman,' this pattern creates one complete snowman. You would need to repeat the pattern three times if you want to make a trio of snowmen for display.

What does BLO mean and why is it important?

BLO stands for 'back loops only,' which means you crochet through only the back loop of each stitch instead of both loops. This technique creates important texture lines and ridges that define the snowman's shape and add visual interest.

How do I create the face details?

The pattern includes a face seam diagram. Use black sewing thread to embroider a simple smile and coal button details. You'll attach the orange carrot nose separately and position the safety eyes as directed in the pattern.