Holidays

Snowman

Snowman charted as clean filet blocks that read clearly on the grid, a 19 by 24 motif made for seasonal throws, festive runners, and holiday gifts. Open it in the editor to resize the grid, frame it with open mesh, or repeat it into a border, then export a PNG or print a numbered chart to crochet from.

Grid
19 × 24
Difficulty
Beginner
Mesh count
456
Category
Holidays
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Skill level: beginner

This is a friendly first filet project. The shape reads clearly even if your counting slips by a square or two, and there are no tricky fragmented areas to track.

Yarn and hook

Work the snowman in cotton thread for a delicate result, or in DK or worsted cotton on a larger hook for a cushion- or blanket-scale version that still holds the mesh open. Stick to one well-defined colour for the motif; the contrast between filled and open squares is what carries the design.

Project ideas

Reach for the snowman when you want a festive accent. It looks at home on a seasonal throw and a festive table runner alike. Crop or enlarge it in the editor so it fits your project exactly.

Who it's for

Stitched for a host, the snowman suits a seasonal gathering beautifully. Frame it with a border to give a plain gift a finished, considered look.

Size, printing, and scaling

Expect roughly 4.8 by 6.0 inches at 4 mesh per inch. Drop to fine thread for a smaller piece, or move to worsted to scale it right up. You can print a numbered chart as-is, or adjust the grid in the editor and export it in whichever format your project needs.

Before you start

Hook
3.5–4.5 mm hook
Thread / yarn
DK or worsted-weight cotton
Finished size
4.8 × 6.0 in at 4 mesh/in
  • Print or export a numbered chart from the editor
  • Have your hook and thread or yarn ready
  • 24 rows, worked bottom to top

Learn the technique

How to Read a Filet Crochet Chart

New to charts? Learn exactly how to read this one square by square.

Snowman filet crochet pattern — FAQ

Can a beginner crochet the snowman pattern?
It is. The snowman keeps to simple shaping, so a confident beginner who can manage a double crochet and a chain will get on well with it.
What yarn works best for this snowman chart?
Cotton is the usual choice: fine thread for a delicate snowman, or DK and worsted cotton for a larger, cushion-weight piece. Mercerised cotton keeps the blocks especially crisp.
Can I resize the snowman chart?
It resizes cleanly — adjust the grid in the editor, crop, or repeat it. The ON/OFF cell model means the snowman stays crochet-ready at any size.
Can I print the snowman pattern or save it as a PDF?
Absolutely — print a numbered grid straight from the page, or export a PDF or PNG from the editor. There is no paywall on the snowman chart.
How many stitches is the snowman pattern?
The chart is 19 by 24 squares — 456 mesh in total, about 105 of them filled. At 4 mesh per inch that finishes roughly 4.8 by 6.0 inches.

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