Sock Snowman: A Quick And Easy Craft Idea

This sock snowman craft is quick and easy to put together (under 15 minutes) and makes a great DIY gift idea or cute no-sew decoration!

I have been wanting to try my hand at making a sock snowman for a while now. I see pictures of them from time and time and always find myself thinking how adorable they are.

Plus, what a great way to use those extra socks that mysteriously show up around the laundry room without a match!

For now, let’s learn how to make a sock snowman!

How To Make A Sock Snowman

This craft is so cute that I love having little DIY sock snowmen all around the house! Follow this step-by-step guide to make your own.

Supplies Needed For Making Sock Snowman

This project uses common items that you probably already have around your house, but the most important item is the sock!

• Socks 
• Stuffing
• Marbles, rice, or anything else to weight the bottom
• Twine
• Yarn
• Felt
• Scissors
• Hot glue and glue gun
• Black buttons
• Small snowman nose

Step 1: Cut Off The Top Of The Sock

Start by cutting the top off of your sock. This piece will become the hat later, so just set it aside for now.

Step 2: Add Stuffing To Sock

Add something to the bottom of your sock to weigh it down. This will help your sock snowman stand up.

I had marbles on hand so I added those. Rice would also work great. Basically, anything that will add some weight to the bottom is perfect.

Then add a bunch of stuffing to fill the sock up completely.

You should have something that looks like the image below once you have stuffed the sock full.

Step 4: Tie Off Sock

Tie off the top as well as a portion in the center with twine. This step makes the head and body portion of your snowman.

Step 5: Add Hat

Then use that top piece that you cut off earlier to add a hat to the snowman. 

I used a little bit of gray yarn to tie off the hat just for a decorative touch. You can use any color yarn you would like or use twine again here.

Step 6: Add Scarf

Now we need to add a scarf. You will need a thin strip of felt cut from the long side of a felt sheet.

Use your scissors on both ends to create some fringe.

Then tie the scarf around the neck.

Step 7: Add Buttons & Nose

Add buttons and a snowman nose with hot glue.

Your little sock snowman is now ready to display anywhere in your home!

You may need to adjust the stuffing and weighted portion with your hands until it sits well. It shouldn’t take much time or effort. Once it’s standing, however, it stays upright just perfectly! 

This sock snowman is definitely easy enough for the kids to make. This is the perfect craft idea for a snow day! Go ahead and gather the supplies and have them on hand for the next time the kids are home from school.

Want to make those felt trees in the background? Well, you can! Click here to see how to make those felt trees. I have been enjoying them on my mantel all winter, and added my sock snowmen with them for a fun, whimsical touch!

Tips and Tricks for Sock Snowman

Now that you’ve seen this fun sock snowman, are you ready to make your own? Here are a few tips and tricks to ensure your project goes as smoothly as possible!

• Shop Your Dollar Tree – If you want to make this project budget-friendly, shop at your local Dollar Tree! There you can find almost everything you need to make this adorable project.
• Change Up The Size – Make your sock snowmen big or small by simply changing the size of the sock you are using!
• Skip The Felt – If you don’t have felt for the snowmen’s scarfs you can use ribbon instead!
• Add Embellishments – If you have fairy or miniature embellishments, they would be perfect for this project! For example, you can add mini brooms, bells, or even snowflakes by hot gluing them to your snowmen.

7 More DIY Snowman Project Ideas

Did you love this sock snowman, and are looking for more snowman crafts? Then check out the projects below!

• 5-Minute Snowman Decorations
• Easy To Make Tin Can Snowman Recycled Craft Project
• Snowman to Make in Your Cricut Maker
• DIY Epsom Salt Snowman Ornament
• Snowman Jar Luminary
• Pom Pom Snowman
• Reversible Snowman/Scarecrow Holiday Sign