How to Make a Sock Snowman (10 Minute No-Sew Christmas Craft)

Steps

1. 1. Cut the White Sock Under the Heel for the Sock Snowman

   Start with a new, clean white men's sock that has no colored heel or toe. Lay it flat and cut straight across right under the heel.

   Tip: Crew socks give a good size. Ankle socks are too short.

   

2. 2. Funnel Rice Into the Sock Snowman Body

   Plan on about three cups of rice for each snowman. Open the sock and set a wide funnel inside so the rice goes in without spilling everywhere.

   Tip: No funnel? Roll a sheet of paper into a cone.

   

3. 3. Tie the Top of the Rice-Filled Sock With a Rubber Band

   When the sock is nice and full, gather the open top together. Wrap a rubber band around it several times so it holds tight.

   Tip: Squeeze out extra air before you tie it so the body is firm.

   

4. 4. Pinch the Sock Snowman Head With a Second Rubber Band

   Decide where the head should go. About one third of the way down from the top looks right.

   Tip: Roll the band up or down to make the head bigger or smaller.

   

5. 5. Cut the Striped Sock for the Snowman Hat and Sweater

   Grab a colored or patterned sock for the clothes. Lay it flat and cut across a few inches above the toe.

   Tip: Fuzzy socks with stripes or snowflakes look the cutest.

   

6. 6. Pull the Striped Sweater Onto the Sock Snowman

   Pull the toe piece over the top of the head like a knit cap and fold up the edge for a brim. Then slide the sock tube down over the body as a sweater.

   Tip: If the sweater is long, fold the bottom edge under.

   

7. 7. Hot Glue the Button Eyes and Pipe Cleaner Nose on the Sock Snowman

   Cut a short piece of orange pipe cleaner for a carrot nose. Set it in the middle of the face.

   Tip: Press small pieces on with a toothpick to keep your fingers clear.

   

8. 8. Dab Pink Blush Cheeks on the Sock Snowman

   For rosy cheeks, use a bit of pink powder blush. Take a tiny pom pom, dip it in the blush, and press it gently on each side of the face.

   Tip: Tap off extra blush first so you do not get a dark spot.

   

9. 9. Glue a Pom Pom on the Sock Snowman Hat

   Pick a pom pom in a size you like for the top of the hat. White looks like a classic winter cap, but a color that matches the sweater is fun too.

   Tip: A larger pom pom hides a lumpy hat top.

   

10. 10. Glue Red Buttons Down the Sock Snowman Sweater

    Finish with a few buttons down the front of the sweater. Make Life Lovely uses three small red ones, with a heart shaped button at the top.

    Tip: Match the button color to the hat for a pulled-together look.