Knitted Shabby Chic Snowman

Nothing says cozy and charming quite like a Knitted Shabby Chic Snowman! This adorable winter decor piece is the perfect addition to your home during the holiday season. With its handmade knitted design and rustic shabby chic details, it brings a warm and welcoming vibe to any room. Whether displayed on a mantel, shelf, or tabletop, this delightful snowman is sure to bring a smile to your face and add a touch of whimsy to your winter decor. Embrace the festive spirit with this lovable little snowman and spread some holiday cheer in style!

(Work in st st using size 4 mm straight knitting needles)If you find that he needs an extra stitch or two please add them in....

Cast on 7 stitches
st st 2 rows starting with a plain row
row 3 - increase into every stitch ( the knit into front and back of stitch method)
row 4 - purl
row 5 - increase into every stitch ( the knit into front and back of stitch method)
row 6 purl
row 7 -18 st st (12 rows)
row 19 knit 2 together until the end (if you have a stitch remaining somewhere, just knit it.)
row 20 purl
row 21 knit 2 together until the end (same if a stitch is remaining just knit it.)
row 22 purl (about 6-7 stitches remaining)
row 23 increase into every stitch to the end (this starts to form the head)
row 24 purl
row 25-32st st
row 33 knit 2 together until the end (about 6-7 stitches remaining)
row 34 purl
then thread needle through the remaining stitches and pull together and sew up the whole little body. Leave a small opening at the bottom to stuff the snowman with fleece. Sew up.
Add eyes and a smiley face with black embroidery thread .Take a piece of orange fleece and wet felt it by rubbing it with soap and hot water between your palms to create a pointy nose. Dry and glue on.
I then threaded a loop of hemp or ribbon to hang on the tree.

Scarf
cast on 4 stitches and garter stitch about 35 rows. Wrap around the snowmans neck and sew into place