Sock Snowman

By Anelia Van Zyl

Christmas, a season of joy and warmth, brings families together in the embrace of twinkling lights and festive decorations. The air is filled with the sweet melody of Christmas carols, and the aroma of cinnamon and pine needles creates a sense of enchantment. From opening gifts to eating sweet puddings, Christmas is a time when hearts are aglow with love and fun. For December, I’ve chosen this simple snowman craft for kids that will add to the Christmas excitement. It’s easy to make, and the kids will have loads of fun putting it together.  

Please note: young children should be supervised when using scissors and hot glue. 

Supplies

• 1 white tube sock
• 1 smaller colored sock 
• 1 tablespoon
• 1 kg rice
• 2 rubber bands
• Colored ribbon
• Scissors 
• Glue gun and hot glue
• 3 buttons
• 1 permanent marker (Sharpie works best)

Instructions

1. Begin by using a spoon to stuff rice into your white sock to make the snowman’s body. Make sure to add enough rice because this will make the body (bottom part) of the snowman sturdier. Once you have the desired amount, secure the top with a rubber band.  
2. To form the snowman’s head, fill up the top part of the sock with more rice. Use less rice for this one as this is the head of the snowman. Adjust it until you’re satisfied with the proportions, and secure the top with a rubber band. 
3. Carefully trim off any excess sock above the head.  
4. Add a scarf by wrapping a ribbon around the snowman’s neck, and fasten it with a small amount of hot glue.
5. Moving on, give the snowman a stocking hat by taking your colored sock, rolling the open end down a couple of times, and placing it on the snowman’s head.
6. Use a hot glue gun to attach 3 buttons vertically on your snowman’s body. Finally, use your Sharpie to draw the eyes, nose, and mouth and ho-ho-ho, your no-sew snowman is ready to go!

This snowman can be used as a doorstop, a table decoration, a paperweight, and much more!

Photo from Canva.

About the Author

Anelia is a performing artist from South Africa. She has been living and working as a teacher in Thailand for nine years. She also writes educational children’s books, makes music, and loves to spend time in the kitchen. Follow her adventures on IG @aneliavz.