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Bring frosty cheer to your holiday décor with the Amigurumi Snowman Face Pillow with Santa Hat, a jolly and huggable creation that’s sure to warm hearts all winter long! ☃️🎅 With its round, plushy face, rosy cheeks, and bright carrot nose, this snowman radiates cozy charm. Topped with a classic red-and-white Santa hat and a big friendly smile, it’s the perfect seasonal accent for couches, reading nooks, or festive gift displays.

This pattern is a joyful blend of comfort and character, ideal for crocheters who love bold shapes and expressive details. You can personalize your snowman with embroidered eyes, sparkly yarn for a magical touch, or even a matching scarf to complete the look. Whether you’re crafting for holiday guests or adding a handmade hug to your own space, the Snowman Face Pillow is a delightful way to celebrate the season—one merry stitch at a time! 🧶❄️

A crocheted snowman pillow with a red Santa hat rests on a beige couch, with holiday decorations blurred in the background.

⛄ Amigurumi Snowman Face Pillow with Santa Hat Crochet Pattern

There’s nothing more festive than a snowman with a big smile and cozy Santa hat! This crochet snowman pillow is soft, plump, and adorable, with a straight carrot nose and floppy hat that makes it look just like the one in the photo.

This step-by-step crochet pattern will walk you through making the snowman pillow, complete with instructions for a removable insert so you can wash the cover separately and use it year after year.

✨ Skill Level

Beginner to Intermediate – basic knowledge of increases, decreases, and surface embroidery is needed.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 15–16 inches (38–40 cm) across when stuffed.

🧶 Materials

Beige/light tan yarn (face) – worsted weight or bulky depending on size preference
Red yarn (hat) – for body of Santa hat
White yarn (hat trim + pom-pom)
Black yarn (eyes + smile)
Orange yarn (carrot nose)
Crochet hook size 5.0–6.0 mm (adjust to yarn)
Fiberfill stuffing
Floral wire or pipe cleaner (for stiff carrot nose)
Yarn needle & scissors
Optional: zipper (12–14 in) or 3–4 buttons for removable cover

🔤 Abbreviations (US Crochet Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
SC – Single Crochet
INC – Increase (2 SC in same stitch)
DEC – Decrease (SC 2 together)
SL ST – Slip Stitch
CH – Chain
FO – Fasten Off

🪡 Instructions

🎄 Pillow Base (Face Panels)

(Make 2 panels)

MR, 6 SC. (6)
INC around. (12)
(SC, INC) x6. (18)
(2 SC, INC) x6. (24)
(3 SC, INC) x6. (30)
(4 SC, INC) x6. (36)
Continue increasing evenly until circle measures 15–16 inches across.
FO both panels, leaving long tails.

👉 Assembly Options:

Stuffed version: Place both panels together, SC around, stuffing firmly as you go.
Removable cover: Sew zipper or button closure along one side before joining panels.

🎅 Santa Hat

With red yarn:

MR, 6 SC. (6)
(SC, INC) x3. (9)
(2 SC, INC) x3. (12)
(3 SC, INC) x3. (15)
Continue increasing until circumference fits pillow top.
Work even in rounds until hat length is 12–14 inches, so it bends naturally. FO.

Hat Trim (White):

Join yarn at base of hat. Work 4 rows alternating Front Post SC / Back Post SC for ribbed texture. FO.

Pom-Pom:

Wrap white yarn around 4 fingers 80–100 times. Tie in center, cut loops, trim into a fluffy ball. Sew securely to tip of hat.

🥕 Carrot Nose

With orange yarn:

MR, 4 SC. (4)
SC around.
(1 SC, INC) x2. (6)
SC around.
(2 SC, INC) x2. (8)
Continue increasing until 12 sts, then work even until 3–4 inches long.
Insert floral wire or pipe cleaner to keep nose straight. Stuff lightly. FO.

👉 Sew nose slightly above face center, angled just like in the photo.

👀 Eyes

With black yarn:

MR, 6 SC. (6)
INC around. (12)
FO, leave long tail.
Sew both eyes evenly above nose.

😄 Smile

With black yarn:

Use surface slip stitch embroidery to create a wide, upward-curving smile.
Make sure ends tilt up as in the photo.

🧩 Assembly Order

Sew hat onto pillow top, letting it flop to the side.
Attach nose firmly, supported with wire.
Sew on eyes.
Embroider smile.
Add pom-pom to hat tip.
If using removable cover option → insert pillow form inside and close zipper or buttons.

🎁 Finishing Touches

Congratulations! 🎉 Your Crochet Snowman Pillow with Santa Hat is ready. The wired carrot nose ensures it stays straight and perky, while the ribbed hat trim and oversized pom-pom add that perfect Christmas charm.

👉 Display it on your sofa, gift it to a loved one, or use it as part of your festive entryway decor. Either way, this snowman will bring cozy cheer to your home all winter long!