Knitted Frosty Snowman
The knitted Frosty Snowman is a delightful and charming addition to your winter decor. With its cozy design and whimsical details, this little snowman brings warmth and cheer to any space. Its knitted texture gives it a unique and handmade feel, making it a special piece that stands out during the festive season. Whether perched on a shelf, nestled in with other holiday decorations, or gifted to a loved one, this knitted snowman is sure to bring smiles and joy to all who encounter it. So go ahead, embrace the winter spirit with this adorable Frosty Snowman and let its friendly presence brighten up your home this holiday season.
You need:
-knitting needles 3.00 (I use 2 DPNs as a straight needles)
-Yarn in white, black, red, green, orange, brown and yellow
BIG ball:
Starting from the body. Using knitting needles 3.00 mm and white yarn CO 9 sts.
Row 1: p
Row 2: (k1, m1) to the end of the row (18 sts)
Row 3: p
Row 4: (k2, m1) to the end of the row (27 sts)
Row 5: p
Row 6: (k3, m1) to the end of the row (36 sts)
Row 7: p
Row 8: (k4, m1) to the end of the row (45 sts)
Row 9: p
Row 10: (k5, m1) to the end of the row (54 sts)
Row 11: p
Row 12: (k6, m1) to the end of the row) (63 sts)
Row 13: p
Row 14: (k7, m1) to the end of the row (72 sts)
Row 15: p
Tie a marker, knit 2 inches from the marker and start decrease.
Decrease:
Row 3: (k6, k2tog) to he end of the row (63 sts)
Row 4: p
Row 5: (k5, k2tog) to the end of the row (54 sts)
Row 6: p
Row 7: (k4, k2tog) to the end of the row (45 sts)
Row 8: p
Row 9: (k3, k2tog) to the end of the row (36 sts)
Row 10: p
Row 11: (k2, k2tog) to the end of the row (27 sts)
Row 12: p
Row 13: (k1, k2tog) to the end of the row (18 sts)
Row 14: p
Row 15: (k2tog) to the end of the row (9 sts)
Row 16: p
Cut long end of yarn, close with mattress stitch.
MIDDLE ball
Work like for the big to row 11. Tie a marker and st st 2 inches. Start decrease form row 7 of decreasing rows.
SMALL ball
Work like for the big to row 9. Tie a marker and st st 1 ½ inch. Start decreasing from row 9 of decreasing rows.
TOP HAT
CO12 using black yarn. Start from the top of the hat.
Row 1: p
Row 2: Kfb in every stitch (24 sts)
Rows 3-5: st st
Row 6 (RS): p
Rows 7-13: st st start with purl
Row 13: (K4, k2tog) to the end of the row (20 sts)
Row 14-20: st st, start with p
Row 20: Kfb in every stitch (40 sts)
Row 21: p
Bind off.
Close with matterss stitch.
NOSE
Using two DPNs as a straight needles and orange yarn CO 2 sts.
Row 1: p
Row 2: k1, m1, k1 (3 sts)
Row 3: p
Row 4: k1, m1, k to last st, m1, k1 (5 sts)
Row 5: p
Repeat last two rows till you get totally 9 sts, bind off. Close with mattress stitch, fill lightly and sew to the head.
SCARF
Using two DPNs as a straight needles and green yarn CO 5 sts.
Rows 1-10: knit every row.
Change to red yarn. Knit every row till you get about 11 inches from the CO edge. Change to green yarn, knit 9 rows and bind off. Using crochet hook tie pieces of green yarn at two ends.
BROOM
CO 3 sts using two DPNs and brown yarn. Knit an I-cord long 1 ¾ inch. Bind off. Insert inside wire or toothpick to stay stiff.
CO 12 sts using yellow yarn and two DPNs as a straight needles.
Row 1: p
Row 2: k2tog, k to last two sts, k2tog (8 sts)
Row 3: p
Repeat last two rows till you decrease to 4 sts. Now start increasing:
Next: k1, m1, k to last st, m1, k1 (6 sts)
Next p
Repeat last two rows till you get 12 sts.
Bind off. Cut long end of yarn. Fold and close using mattress stitch. With crochet hook tie a pieces of yellow yarn at the end of the broom.
MAKE UP
Sew all parts together. Embroider eyes, mouth and buttons.