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Snowman Candy Jar Amigurumi Pattern

Snowman Candy Jar Amigurumi Pattern
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crocheting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Sweet Surprise

A delightful, gift-ready creation perfect for birthdays and special occasions that will be treasured for years.

About This Snowman Candy Jar Amigurumi Pattern

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This project makes a fantastic gift for teachers or neighbors—just fill him with sweets and watch their faces light up. He sits perfectly on a mantel or desk, bringing a bit of frosty cheer to any corner of your home.

Why You'll Love This Snowman Candy Jar Amigurumi Pattern

I honestly fell in love with the construction of this snowman. The way the scarf is attached directly to the head is such a smart design choice, and seeing the little face come together with the embroidered smile just makes me so happy every time I finish one.

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Switch Things Up

I've always loved patterns that serve a purpose beyond just being cute, and this snowman candy jar is the perfect example. When I first sat down to make him, I was surprised by how much I enjoyed the 'nested' construction. It's like making two toys in one! \n\n One little tip I found while working on mine: when you get to the part where you attach the arms directly into the round, take a second to make sure they're perfectly level. There's nothing worse than a lopsided snowman! I actually ended up making a second one in a bright teal and lime green combo because the traditional red and green felt a bit too expected. \n\n If you're making this for a kiddo, I'd definitely recommend sewing the nose on extra securely. Even though the pattern has you crochet it into the head, a few extra stitches around the sides with a tapestry needle will make it 'toddler-proof.' It's these little personal touches that turn a project into a keepsake. I can't wait to see what colors you choose for your snowman's accessories!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ When you're working the inner lining of the body, don't stuff it too early or the stuffing will get caught in your stitches as you try to work the outer white layer.✗ The scarf needs to be attached to the specific front loops mentioned in the head section; if you miss these, the scarf won't sit at the right height and might cover the mouth.✗ Make sure your tension is consistent between the inner and outer layers, otherwise the 'container' part might not fit together smoothly or could look lumpy.✗ If you don't pull the magic ring tight enough on the nose, the stuffing will peek through the tip, so give it a good firm tug before moving to the next round.

Snowman Candy Jar Amigurumi Pattern

This little guy is such a joy to whip up! He's not just a cute winter decoration; he actually doubles as a secret stash for your favorite holiday treats. You'll love how the head pops off to reveal a hidden compartment inside the body. It's the perfect way to add a handmade touch to your seasonal decor while keeping those chocolate truffles tucked away from prying eyes.

Intermediate 5-8 Hours

Materials Needed for Snowman Candy Jar Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Roughly 56g of white DK weight yarn for the main head, body, and arms
  • 02
    About 35g of contrast color DK yarn for the inner lining, hat brim, and pompom
  • 03
    Around 15g of coordinating DK yarn for the main hat and scarf
  • 04
    A tiny amount of orange yarn for the carrot nose
  • 05
    Small amount of black yarn for the mouth and optional crocheted buttons

— Tools Required

  • 01
    3.0 mm crochet hook (or a size that gives you a tight fabric)
  • 02
    One pair of 12 mm safety eyes
  • 03
    Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
  • 04
    Tapestry needle for weaving ends and assembly
  • 05
    Stitch markers to keep track of your rounds
  • 06
    Sharp scissors
  • 07
    Optional: Two 15 mm buttons if you prefer not to crochet them

Progress Tracker

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— 1. Arms (Make 2) :

Round 1 :

Start with a magic ring containing 6 sc (6)

Round 2 :

Work 2sc in every st around (12)

Round 3 :

*2sc in next st, sc in next st* repeat around (18)

Round 4 :

sc in each st around (18)

Round 5 :

sc in each st around (18)

Round 6 :

*inv_dec, sc in next st* repeat around (12)

Round 7 :

*inv_dec, sc in next 4 st* repeat twice (10)

Info :

Lightly stuff the arm.

Round 8 :

Flatten the opening and sc through both layers for 4 stitch-pairs to close (4)

— 2. Optional Buttons (Make 2) :

Round 1 :

Create a magic ring with 6 sc. Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing (6)

— 3. Nose :

Round 1 :

Start with a magic ring of 6 sc (6)

Round 2 :

sc in every st around (6)

Round 3 :

*2sc in next st, sc in next st* repeat 3 times (9)

Round 4 :

*2sc in next st, sc in next 2 st* repeat 3 times (12)

Round 5 :

Mark the 2nd stitch of this round. sc in every st around, finishing with a sl st in the final stitch (12)

— 4. Body :

Round 1 :

Using contrast color, start with a magic ring of 8 sc (8)

Round 2 :

Work 2sc in every st around (16)

Round 3 :

*2sc in next st, sc in next st* repeat around (24)

Info :

The increase pattern changes here; you will now add 6 stitches per round.

Round 4 :

*2sc in next st, sc in next 3 st* repeat around (30)

Round 5 :

*2sc in next st, sc in next 4 st* repeat around (36)

Round 6 :

*2sc in next st, sc in next 5 st* repeat around (42)

Round 7 :

*2sc in next st, sc in next 6 st* repeat around (48)

Round 8 :

*2sc in next st, sc in next 7 st* repeat around (54)

Round 9 :

*2sc in next st, sc in next 17 st* repeat 3 times (57)

Round 10 :

sc in every st around (57)

Round 11 :

sc in every st around (57)

Round 12 :

sc in every st around (57)

Round 13 :

*inv_dec, sc in next 17 st* repeat 3 times (54)

Round 14 :

*inv_dec, sc in next 7 st* repeat 6 times (48)

Round 15 :

*inv_dec, sc in next 4 st* repeat 8 times (40)

Round 16 :

Working in back loops only, sc in each st around (40)

Round 17 :

sc in every st around (40)

Round 18 :

sc in every st around (40)

Round 19 :

sc in every st around (40)

Round 20 :

sc in every st around (40)

Round 21 :

sc in every st around (40)

Round 22 :

*2sc in next st, sc in next 9 st* repeat 4 times, changing to white yarn on the final stitch (44)

Round 23 :

Working in back loops only, sc in every st around (44)

Round 24 :

sc in every st around (44)

Round 25 :

sc in next 9 st. Place first arm and sc through both arm and body for 4 st. sc in next 18 body st. Place second arm and sc through both arm and body for 4 st. sc in next 9 body st (44)

Round 26 :

sc in every st around (44)

Round 27 :

sc in every st around (44)

Round 28 :

sc in every st around (44)

Info :

Now add the decorative edge. Connect contrast color to a front loop on the back where you changed colors. sl st in every front loop around (44). Fasten off.

Round 29 :

*inv_dec, sc in next 20 st* repeat twice (42)

Round 30 :

sc in every st around (42)

Round 31 :

Working in front loops only, *2sc in next st, sc in next 6 st* repeat around (48)

Round 32 :

sc in next 4 st, *2sc in next st, sc in next 7 st* repeat 5 times. 2sc in next st, sc in next 3 st (54)

Round 33 :

*2sc in next st, sc in next 8 st* repeat around (60)

Round 34 :

sc in every st around (60)

Round 35 :

sc in every st around (60)

Round 36 :

sc in every st around (60)

Info :

Push the contrast color lining to the inside. Sew your buttons to the front now.

Round 37 :

*inv_dec, sc in next 8 st* repeat around (54)

Round 38 :

sc in next 4 st, *inv_dec, sc in next 7 st* repeat 5 times. inv_dec, sc in next 3 st (48)

Round 39 :

*inv_dec, sc in next 6 st* repeat around (42)

Round 40 :

sc in next 3 st, *inv_dec, sc in next 5 st* repeat 5 times. inv_dec, sc in next 2 st (36)

Round 41 :

Working in back loops only, *dec, sc in next 4 st* repeat around (30)

Round 42 :

*inv_dec, sc in next 3 st* repeat around (24)

Round 43 :

*inv_dec, sc in next st* repeat 8 times (16)

Round 44 :

inv_dec around (8)

— 5. Head :

Round 1 :

Using white yarn, start with a magic ring of 6 sc (6)

Round 2 :

Work 2sc in every st around (12)

Round 3 :

*2sc in next st, sc in next st* repeat around (18)

Round 4 :

*2sc in next st, sc in next 2 st* repeat around (24)

Info :

Sequence change: you will now add 8 stitches per round.

Round 5 :

*2sc in next st, sc in next 2 st* repeat 8 times (32)

Round 6 :

*2sc in next st, sc in next 3 st* repeat 8 times (40)

Round 7 :

sc in every st around (40)

Round 8 :

sc in every st around (40)

Round 9 :

sc in every st around (40)

Round 10 :

sc in every st around (40)

Round 11 :

sc in every st around (40)

Round 12 :

sc in every st around (40)

Round 13 :

Working in back loops only, *2sc in next st, sc in next 9 st* repeat 4 times (44)

Round 14 :

sc in every st around (44)

Round 15 :

Working in back loops only, *2sc in next st, sc in next 10 st* repeat 4 times. Mark stitches #26 and #28 for the mouth, and mark front loop #17 for the scarf (48)

Round 16 :

*2sc in next st, sc in next 7 st* repeat around (54)

Round 17 :

sc in next 5 st, *2sc in next st, sc in next 8 st* repeat 5 times. 2sc in next st, sc in next 3 st. Mark stitches #30 and #38 for the mouth (60)

Round 18 :

sc in next 32 st. Crochet the nose on by working through the back loops of the nose and the head stitches for 3 stitch-pairs. sc in remaining 25 st (60)

Round 19 :

sc in every st around (60)

Round 20 :

sc in every st around (60)

Round 21 :

sc in next 32 st. Stuff the nose. Skip 3 stitches on the nose and crochet the top part on using 3 stitch-pairs through back loops. sc in remaining 25 st. Mark stitches #30 and #39 for the eyes (60)

Info :

Embroider the mouth using your markers. Insert the safety eyes into the marked spots and secure.

Round 22 :

*inv_dec, sc in next 8 st* repeat around (54)

Round 23 :

sc in next 3 st, *inv_dec, sc in next 7 st* repeat 5 times. inv_dec, sc in next 4 st (48)

Round 24 :

*inv_dec, sc in next 6 st* repeat around, changing to hat color on the last stitch (42)

Round 25 :

Working in back loops only, *2sc in next st, sc in next 6 st* repeat around (48)

Round 26 :

sc in every st around (48)

Info :

Add the hat brim: Connect contrast color to a front loop from round 25. *sc in next st, ch 1* repeat all the way around. Fasten off. Lightly stuff the head.

Round 27 :

*inv_dec, sc in next 6 st* repeat around (42)

Round 28 :

sc in next 3 st, *inv_dec, sc in next 5 st* repeat 5 times. inv_dec, sc in next 2 st (36)

Round 29 :

*inv_dec, sc in next 4 st* repeat around (30)

Round 30 :

sc in next 2 st, *inv_dec, sc in next 3 st* repeat 5 times. inv_dec, sc in next st (24)

Round 31 :

*inv_dec, sc in next 2 st* repeat around (18)

Round 32 :

*inv_dec, sc in next st* repeat around (12)

Round 33 :

inv_dec around, changing to pompom color on the last stitch (6)

Round 34 :

Working in front loops only, *2sc in next st* repeat around (12)

Round 35 :

*2sc in next st, sc in next st* repeat around (18)

Round 36 :

sc in every st around (18)

Round 37 :

sc in every st around (18)

Round 38 :

*inv_dec, sc in next st* repeat around (12)

Round 39 :

inv_dec around (6)

— 6. Scarf :

Row 1 :

ch 64. ch 1 + turn, sc in next 10 st. Connect to the head by sc through next 44 scarf stitches and the marked front loops on the head. sc in final 10 scarf stitches (64)

Row 2 :

ch 1 + turn. sc in next 6 st, ch 4, skip 4 st to create a hole. *2sc in next st, sc in next 10 st* repeat 4 times. sc in final 10 st (68)

Row 3 :

ch 1 + turn. sc in every st across (68)

Row 4 :

ch 1 + turn. Working in back loops only, sl st in every st across. Fasten off (68)

Assembly Instructions

  • Start by sewing the crocheted buttons to the front of the body, placing the top one a row above the waistline and the second two rows below it.
  • Position the safety eyes into the marked stitches #30 and #39 of the head before closing the piece, ensuring they are securely fastened.
  • Use black yarn to embroider a simple smile across the four marked stitches on the face, pulling the thread slightly to create a curved expression.
  • Attach the small black knots to the corners of the mouth for a more detailed look, hiding the yarn ends inside the head.
  • Once the body is finished, push the inner lining inside and use slip stitches in the front loops to create a clean decorative edge.
  • Complete the scarf by tucking the long end through the crocheted loop you created in row 2 to keep it snugly wrapped around his neck.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work in continuous rounds for the amigurumi parts unless the pattern specifically tells you to turn.
  • 💡Use a hook slightly smaller than what the yarn label suggests to ensure your stuffing doesn't show through the stitches.
  • 💡Mark the beginning of every round with a stitch marker so you don't lose your place in the count.
  • 💡When changing colors, make the final pull-through of the last stitch with the new color for a seamless transition.
  • 💡Stuff the limbs and head firmly as you go, but be careful not to overstuff the container area so the lid still fits.

I hope you have as much fun making this little frosty friend as I did! There's something so satisfying about finishing the scarf and seeing his whole personality come to life. Whether you keep him on your desk for a mid-day sugar boost or give him away as a heartfelt gift, he's sure to bring a smile to anyone's face. Don't forget to play around with different hat and scarf colors to make a whole family of snowmen! Happy hooking, and enjoy every stitch of your new winter companion! 🧶✨☃️

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FAQs

Can I use worsted weight yarn instead of DK?

Yes, you can! Just keep in mind that your snowman will turn out quite a bit larger, and you'll need to use a larger hook (like a 3.5mm or 4.0mm) to keep the stitches tight.

How do I make the head fit better on the body?

If the head feels too loose, try stuffing the very top of the body a bit more firmly to give it more structure, or check that your stitch counts for the final rounds match exactly.

Do I have to crochet the buttons?

Not at all! Real plastic buttons or even small felt circles look adorable and save a bit of time if you're in a rush.

My scarf looks too short, what happened?

Check your chain count at the start; it should be 64. If your tension is very tight, you might want to add a few extra chains to the initial length so it wraps comfortably.