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The Snowman Mug Amigurumi Pattern

The Snowman Mug Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet 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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An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This The Snowman Mug Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a whimsical snowman peeking out of a crocheted mug with embroidered snowflakes and accessories. It includes full round-by-round instructions for the mug, snowman body, hat, arms, leaves, berries, and mug handle. Techniques include crocheting in spirals, working through front loops/posts, inserting wireframes, and embroidery details.

The Snowman Mug Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Clear step-by-step rounds and photo guides help you assemble and embellish the snowman with confidence. Suitable for crocheters comfortable with basic amigurumi construction and simple shaping.

Why You'll Love This The Snowman Mug Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it brings a tiny seasonal scene to life with simple crochet shaping and delightful embroidered details. I enjoy how the mug becomes a cozy base for the snowman, and the wireframe arms add a playful, posable element. The combination of small accessories like leaves and berries really lets me personalize each finished piece. Seeing the embroidered snowflakes appear on the mug always makes me smile and feel ready for the holidays.

The Snowman Mug Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress The Snowman Mug Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress The Snowman Mug Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories The Snowman Mug Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how this pattern invites creative changes; you can change yarn colors to make non-traditional snowmen like pastels or monochrome versions.

Want a larger snowman? Use a thicker DK or worsted yarn and increase your hook size to make a chunky, cuddly version.

If you prefer a mini keychain, swap to fingering yarn and a smaller hook to create pocket-sized snowmen that are perfect for gifts.

I often add tiny crocheted accessories like mittens or a mini scarf to match holiday themes — try contrasting colors for a festive look.

For a rustic finish, use natural fibers and a slightly looser tension, then add twine or wooden bead accents for a country-style decoration.

I sometimes embroider different snowflake patterns or add sequins for sparkle — be mindful of safety if giving to children.

Try making the hat removable so you can switch hats for different occasions; sew a small snap or leave it as a loose accessory.

I recommend experimenting with eye placement to change expressions; small shifts can make the snowman look sleepy, joyful, or surprised.

For a posable look, add more wire to the arms so you can bend and display the snowman holding tiny props like gift tags or ornaments.

I also enjoy creating sets: make matching mugs in coordinating colors so they look lovely displayed as a group on a mantel or shelf.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Crocheting too loosely will let stuffing show through and distort the shape; maintain firm, even tension and check that single crochets close tightly. ✗ Skipping the instruction to crochet through front loops or posts can flatten shaping and ruin the intended texture; follow the loop/post guidance exactly for each round. ✗ Forgetting to insert and secure the cardboard bottom will make the mug unstable; trace, cut, and insert the cardboard circle before finishing the bottom rounds to provide structure. ✗ Not securing wireframe ends properly can cause poking or loosening later; bend wire ends, wrap with adhesive tape, and use pliers to curl and secure before covering with yarn. ✗ Not stuffing evenly leads to lumps and odd shaping; stuff gradually, shape as you go, and add small amounts until the silhouette looks correct. ✗ Tightening the closure hole too early can deform the head; leave a long tail when closing, stuff fully, then weave through the specified loops and tighten gradually as instructed.

The Snowman Mug Amigurumi Pattern

Make a festive Snowman Mug that doubles as a charming holiday decoration. This pattern walks you through crocheting the mug, hat, snowman body, arms, leaves, berries, and small accessories with clear step-by-step rounds and photos. Youll learn how to insert wireframes, add a sturdy cardboard base, and embroider snowflake details for a professional finish. Perfect for gifting or seasonal displays.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for The Snowman Mug Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    DK weight Yarn Art Jeans (55% cotton / 45% acrylic; 50 g / 160 m) - Yarn Art Jeans No. 51 (cherry) for mug and handle
  • 02
    Yarn Art Jeans No. 28 (dark grey) for hat and rim details
  • 03
    Yarn Art Jeans No. 90 (red) for berries and hat band
  • 04
    Yarn Art Jeans No. 35 (yellow) for nose
  • 05
    Yarn Art Jeans No. 70 (dark brown) for arms
  • 06
    Yarn Art Jeans No. 69 (green) for leaves and scarf decorations
  • 07
    Alize Cotton Gold No. 62 (white) (55% cotton / 45% acrylic; 100 g / 330 m) for the snowman body

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.0 mm or 2.25 mm
  • 02
    Stuffing material (fiberfill/polyester)
  • 03
    Tapestry needle
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Stitch markers (a scrap of contrasting yarn)
  • 06
    Pins for assembly
  • 07
    Two cardboard circles for the bottom of the mug, about 5.8 - 6 cm (2.3 - 2.4 inches)
  • 08
    A piece of wire 7-8 cm (3 inches) long, 3 pieces - for a handle of the mug and arms of the snowman
  • 09
    Adhesive tape to secure the wireframe ends
  • 10
    Pliers
  • 11
    Sewing black thread for the embroidery of the eyes

Progress Tracker

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— Mug :

Round 1 :

8 into MR

Round 2 :

8 inc (16)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc)*8 (24)

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc)*8 (32)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc)*8 (40)

Round 6 :

(4 sc, inc)*8 (48)

Round 7 :

(5 sc, inc)*8 (56)

Round 8 :

(6 sc, inc)*8 (64)

Round 9 :

(7 sc, inc)*8 (72)

Round 10 :

(8 sc, inc)*8 (80)

Round 11-28 :

80 sc (18 rounds)

Info :

* Crochet the next round through front loops only.

Round 29 :

80 sc

Info :

* Crochet the next round through both loops.

Round 30 :

80 sc

Info :

Trace the bottom of the mug on the cardboard and cut it out. Put the template inside.

Info :

Attach dark grey or black yarn.

Round 31 :

80 sc

Info :

* Crochet the next round through front loops only.

Round 32 :

80 HDC

— Snowman :

Info :

Attach white yarn to round 29. (Alize Cotton Gold No. 62)

Round 1-5 :

80 sc (5 rounds)

Round 6 :

(8 sc, dec)*8 (72)

Round 7 :

(7 sc, dec)*8 (64)

Round 8 :

64 sc

Round 9 :

(6 sc, dec)*8 (56)

Round 10 :

(5 sc, dec)*8 (48)

Round 11 :

48 sc

Round 12 :

(4 sc, dec)*8 (40)

Round 13 :

40 sc

Info :

Stuff it with fiberfill.

Info :

INSERT THE WIREFRAME. Mark the position on the sides symmetrically using pins. 1. Insert the wireframe into the pinned points. 2. Bend the edge of the wire using the pliers. 3. Secure the ends with adhesive tape. 4. Curl the ends of the wireframe. Secure it with adhesive tape. 5. Stuff with fiberfill.

Round 14 :

(4 sc, inc)*8 (48)

Round 15 :

(5 sc, inc)*8 (56)

Round 16 :

(6 sc, inc)*8 (64)

Round 17 :

64 sc

Round 18 :

(7 sc, inc)*8 (72)

Round 19-26 :

72 sc (8 rounds)

Round 27 :

(7 sc, dec)*8 (64)

Round 28-29 :

64 sc (2 rounds)

Round 30 :

(6 sc, dec)*8 (56)

Round 31 :

(5 sc, dec)*8 (48)

Round 32 :

48 sc

Round 33 :

(4 sc, dec)*8 (40)

Info :

Stuff with fiberfill.

Round 34 :

40 sc

Round 35 :

(3 sc, dec)*8 (32)

Round 36 :

32 sc

Round 37 :

(2 sc, dec)*8 (24)

Round 38 :

(1 sc, dec)*8 (16)

Round 39 :

(2 sc, dec)*4 (12)

Info :

Break yarn, leaving a long tail for tightening the hole. Stuff it with fiberfill. Do not tighten the hole!

— Nose :

Note :

Yarn Art Jeans No. 35 - (yellow)

Round 1 :

4 into MR

Round 2 :

4 inc (8)

Round 3-4 :

8 sc (2 rounds)

Round 5 :

(1 sc, inc)*4 (12)

Round 6 :

12 sc, 2 sl st

Info :

Break yarn, tighten the hole, and hide the tail inside. Stuff the nose with fiberfill.

— Arms (make 2) :

Note :

Yarn Art Jeans No. 70 - (dark brown)

Round 1 :

6 into MR

Round 2 :

(1 sc, inc)*3 (9)

Round 3-5 :

9 sc (3 rounds)

Info :

In the next round, crochet the thumb.

Round 6 :

4 sc, (DC5tog cluster), 4 sc (9)

Info :

In the illustration below, you see only three loops on the hook. Make five.

Round 7-20 :

9 sc (14 rounds), 2 sl st

Info :

NOTE! Try on the arm onto the wireframe. Crochet more or fewer rounds if needed. Break yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.

— Button :

Note :

Yarn Art Jeans No. 28 - (dark grey)

Round 1 :

6 into MR, 1 sl st

Info :

Break yarn.

— Assembly :

Item Name (P1) :

1. Sew the nose. (Insert the needle and draw it out in the hole on the top of the head). Pin the nose. Split yellow yarn in half and sew it on.

Item Name (P2) :

2. Embroider the eyes and mouth. Pin the position of the eyes. (I mark between rounds 22-23 from the mug. The distance between the eyes is 8 sc, the length is 4 sc and the height of the eye is 1 sc). Embroider the eyes using black thread. Mark the position of the mouth and embroider it with black thread.

Item Name (P3) :

3. Sew a button. Pin the button and sew it to the front of the snowman using dark grey yarn thread.

Item Name (P4) :

4. Embroider snowflakes. Mark the borders of the snowflake. Embroider the snowflakes using a white yarn strand previously split in half. Follow Snowflake parameters (1 cell = 1 sc) as diagrammed in the pattern.

Item Name (P5) :

5. Stuff with fiberfill. Tighten the hole using a tapestry needle. Tighten the hole, weaving through each of the 12 front loops of the last round, and pull tight. Once you weaved through 12 loops, weave through 2-3 loops at once with a tapestry needle. Do not forget to tighten. Repeat 3 times. Cut excess yarn and hide the yarn tail inside the snowman.

Item Name (P6) :

6. Sew the arms to the body. Secure the wireframe with adhesive tape additionally. Put the ready arms onto the wireframe and sew them to the snowman.

— Mug Handles :

Note :

Yarn Art Jeans No. 51 - (cherry). Chain 12 and form a circle. Crochet in a circle:

Round 1-4 :

12 sc (4 rounds)

Round 5 :

3 sc, 3 dec, 3 sc (9)

Round 6-21 :

9 sc (16 rounds), 1 sl st

Info :

Prepare a wireframe with the same length as the handle. Bend the ends, and secure them with adhesive tape. Insert wireframe into the handle and stuff with fiberfill. Bend the handle and sew it to the mug.

— Leaf (make 2) :

Note :

Yarn Art Jeans No. 69 (green)

Instruction :

Chain 12, start working in the second chain from a hook in the back direction - 10 sc, 3 sc in 1 stitch. Continue crocheting on the other side of the chain foundation - 9 sc, 3 sc in 1 stitch. (25)

Round 2 :

(3 sc, chain 3, 1 sc in the previous stitch)*3, 3 sc, chain 3, 1 sc in the previous stitch, (3 sc, chain 3, 1 sc in the previous stitch)*3, 2 sc, 2 sl st.

Info :

Break yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing. Iron the leaves with steam through a damp cloth for a few seconds to make them flat.

— Berries (make 3) :

Note :

Yarn Art Jeans No. 90 (red)

Instruction :

Chain 7. Start working in the second chain from a hook 3 Bobble stitches similar to the thumb for the arm of our snowman. Crochet in the second chain - ((dc4tog cluster), 1 sc)*3. Turn all bobbles inside out. Make 1 sl st in the first bobble. Tie the yarn tails together.

— Hat :

Note :

Yarn Art Jeans No. 28 - (dark grey)

Round 1 :

8 into MR

Round 2 :

8 inc (16)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc)*8 (24)

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc)*8 (32)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc)*8 (40)

Round 6 :

(4 sc, inc)*8 (48)

Round 7 :

(5 sc, inc)*8 (56)

Round 8 :

(6 sc, inc)*8 (64)

Round 9 :

(7 sc, inc)*8 (72)

Info :

* In the next round, crochet through front posts. Insert the hook in the first stitch and draw it out through the front post of the second stitch, grabbing the working yarn and making sc.

Round 10 :

72 sc (through front posts)

Info :

* Crochet all the next rounds through both loops.

Round 11-20 :

72 sc (10 rounds)

Round 21 :

(7 sc, dec)*8 (64)

Round 22-24 :

64 sc (3 rounds)

Info :

Finish hat brim and optionally add a red band and attach leaves and berries as decoration. Sew hat onto the snowman head or place as removable accessory.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the nose: insert the needle through the top hole of the head, draw it out at the nose position, pin the nose, split the yellow yarn in half and sew the nose securely in place.
  • Embroider the eyes and mouth: mark eye positions between rounds 22-23 of the mug; distance between eyes is 8 sc, each eye length is 4 sc and height 1 sc; embroider with black thread and then mark and embroider the mouth.
  • Sew the small dark grey button onto the front body at the marked location and hide the yarn tails inside the toy.
  • Embroider snowflakes: mark snowflake borders on the mug and embroider using a split white yarn strand, following the snowflake diagram (1 cell = 1 sc) for accurate proportions.
  • Tighten the head closure: weave through each of the 12 front loops of the last round with a tapestry needle, pull tight, then weave through 2-3 loops at once and repeat tightening 3 times; cut and hide excess yarn.
  • Attach the arms: secure the wireframe inside with adhesive tape, slide the finished arms onto the wireframe and sew them in place securely.

Important Notes

  • 💡Crochet tightly enough so stuffing will not show through the stitches; inconsistent tension will affect final size and appearance.
  • 💡Use stitch markers or a scrap of yarn to mark the beginning of each round, especially when working in spirals without turning chains.
  • 💡Insert and secure the cardboard bottom early to ensure the mug keeps its round base and sits stably on surfaces.
  • 💡Secure and tape all wireframe ends with adhesive tape and curl with pliers to prevent the wire from poking through the toy.

This Snowman Mug amigurumi is a delightful holiday project you can make to decorate your home or give as a handmade gift. Its combination of crochet shaping, wire-armed details, and embroidered snowflakes creates a charming, durable piece you'll be proud to display. Make a set in different colors or personalize the hat and scarf for each recipient. 🧶🎁

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished snowman measures approximately 6 inches/15 cm in height and about 7.8 inches/20 cm with the hat using the recommended yarn and hook sizes.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will affect the final size. Use a suitable hook for your chosen yarn and expect the proportions to change.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate due to working through front loops/posts, inserting wireframes, and some custom shaping; basic amigurumi experience is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters finish this weekend-sized project in about 5-7 hours, though time will vary depending on experience and how many accessories you add.