Snowman Crochet Pattern on Etsy* |
*Snowman Crochet pattern pictured above is available in the Etsy Shop of Dream Store Design. He's guaranteed not to melt when brought inside. :)
How the Snowman World Day Began
Cornelius Gratz, a German collector, began this 'World Day of the Snowman. He has a passion for snowmen, and is known to have the world's largest collection. He believes that the figure of a snowman brings joy and wonderful childhood memories of fun in the snow.
History of the Snowman
Building snowmen has been a popular winter activity since probably medieval times and has become a well-known theme for Christmas and winter decorations. They are loved in children's story books and songs (such as Frosty the Snowman) and in toys and costumes. Every winter the first thing kids want to do when snow arrives is build a snowman.
Snowman & Three Boys Art Print |
This "Snowman and Three Boys" Art Print of an original oil painting is the creation of Vicki Wade Fine Art on Etsy.
The world's largest snowman was built in 2008 in Bethel, Maine, standing 122 feet 1 inch tall.
Crafty Snowmen
My fellow artistic craftsmen have created replicas of snowmen in many fiber arts. A crocheted snowman is a good way to enjoy a snowman inside out of the cold. Or have fun with a snowman even if you live where it is too warm to snow.
Crocheted Snowman Doll
Cuddly Crocheted Snowman |
This crocheted snowman is a fun plush snowman who makes a cute toy for kids -- or use as a wintertime décor.
Snowman Kitchen Towel
Snowman Design on a Kitchen Towel |
Bring a snowman into your kitchen for a wintertime decor. The towel is 16" x 24" and made of a woven polyester / polyamide blend microfiber. The microfiber towel is super absorbent which makes it perfect for use in the kitchen or bathroom. For care, machine wash with like colors and tumble dry on low. The towel comes out of the dryer wrinkle-free and ready to use. The snowman design is embroidered on the towel to add a pop of color to any kitchen or bathroom decor.
Snowman Accessories
Snowman Coasters |
Snowman Decor
Snowman Door Hanger |
Snowman wears a bright red hat and a green & red scarf. Cute as his carrot nose, snowman door hanger will welcome your holiday visitors or just brighten up your door (inside or outside) on dark winter days.
Snowman doorman measures 9 inches long x 3 inches wide.
The Abominable Snowman
Yeti, the Abominable Snowman |
And let's now forget the Abominable Snowman. A favorite from folklore and of kids who love monsters. Today known as Yeti, this mysterious bipedal creature is said to live in the mountains of Asia. But you can have your own Yeti in the form of a soft pillow pal sewn from sherpa minky fabric and filled with fiberfill. He's the creation of Melissa from Denver and is featured in her Etsy Shop 'Warm Personality'.
World Snowman Day
So, however you celebrate the World Day of the Snowman this January, by building a real snowman in your front yard, or enjoying a plush snowman or snowman décor indoors, snowmen are a fun part of winter.
(c) Written by Wednesday Elf on 1/27/2017. Updated on 1/17/2022.
Everybody loves a snowman! All of the craft items you have featured above are absolutely adorable. So many cute ways to incorporate a snowman into your daily life. My personal favorite is the unique Yeti. I'm sure that is not surprising to anyone since he has a blue face.
ReplyDeleteLOL, Mouse. I agree. That is the cutest (handmade) Yeti I've ever seen.
DeleteThe Abominable Snowman is so cute! and I do love that art print with the kids and snowman, beautiful - would look good in above my fireplace :)
ReplyDeleteThe snowman and boys art print appealed to me, too, Barbara. You need to have one with FOUR boys in the scene, LOL. Thanks for stopping by to visit my creative snowmen.
DeleteI love snowman and snowflake items. I love seasonal handtowels...and somehow never have them.
ReplyDeleteSeasonal hand towels are the perfect home decor, Dawn Rae. Thanks for your visit to my 'snowman day' items.
DeleteAs I've said before, I learn something new every time I read articles on review this. I had no idea there was a "World Day of the Snowman". Thanks for the lesson and the memories of building snowmen. I love the all of the craft items, you have such a talent.
ReplyDeleteThanks for dropping by, Sam. Glad you enjoyed these crafty snowmen who gathered to celebrate World Snowman Day.
DeleteHe is so cute and you are so talented. I like the look on this little guys face, so happy and carefree! Just the way a snowman should be, I imagine.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your visit, Olivia. Glad you enjoyed my crafty snowmen.
DeleteWhile growing up in California, I never had a chance to make a snowman. Yours is adorable.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Barbara. Hard for me to imagine, coming from 'snow' country, never having the chance to make a snowman.
DeleteI can still remember making a snowman when I was a child, so much fun. We never rolled three balls though, we tended to make more of a large mound for the body and only made a 'ball' for it's head. It was certainly more fun than snowballing as someone (usually my dad) always managed to shove a snowball down my back - not cool!
ReplyDeleteI don't think I have made a snowman myself, Lou, since my children were small. Though I made plenty back in the day! Today, my 'grown' kids help THEIR kids make snowmen. :)
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