Winter Snowman Dishcloth

Snowmen are great for decorating because you can have them out all winter long!  This simple crochet dishcloth from Lily Sugar n' Cream is a great way to add a festive touch to your kitchen.  Christmas crochet patterns like this also make great gifts for loved ones!  Embellish this cute snowman with the name of your family for a personalized gift that will make everyone smile.  These crocheted snowmen dishcloths are also great to have in the bathroom. One of the best things about learning how to crochet practical patterns like dish cloths is that they allow you to create useful patterns that not only decorate your space, but also add value. Work up this charming snowman craft idea before the snow flies.

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Materials: 

• 1 ball Lily Sugar n' Cream Solids in White (MC)
• 1 ball Lily Sugar n' Cream Solids in Black (A)
• 1 ball Lily Sugar n' Cream Solids in Red (B)
• Size 5 mm (US H or 8) crochet hook

Gauge: 13 dc and 6 rows = 4 ins [10 cm].

Instructions: 

With MC, ch 16.

• 1st row: (RS). 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each ch to end of ch. Turn. 15 sc.
   
• 2nd row: Ch 1. 2 sc in first sc. 1 sc in each sc to last sc. 2 sc in last sc. Turn. 17 sc.
   
• Rep last row 4 times more. 25 sc at end of last row.
   
• Next 2 rows: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc across. Turn.
   
• Next row: Ch 1. 2 sc in first sc. 1 sc in each sc to last sc. 2 sc in last sc. Turn.
   
• Rep last 3 rows twice more. 31 sc at end of last row.
   
• Next 5 rows: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc across. Turn.
   
• Next row: Ch 1. Draw up a loop in each of next 2 sc. Yoh and draw through all loops on hook - sc2tog made. 1 sc in each sc to last 2 sc. Sc2tog over last 2 sc. Turn.
   
• Next 2 rows: Ch 1. 1 sc in each st across. Turn. Rep last 3 rows twice more. 25 sc at end of last row. Turn.
   
• Next row: Ch 1. Sc2tog over first 2 sc. 1 sc in each sc to last 2 sc. Sc2tog over last 2 sc. Turn. Rep last row twice more. 19 sts at end of last row.
   
• Next row: Sl st in each of first 5 sts. Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as last sl st. 1 sc in each sc to last 4 sts. Turn. Leave rem sts unworked. 11 sc rem.

Head

• 1st to 3rd rows: Ch 1. 2 sc in first sc. 1 sc in each sc to last sc. 2 sc in last sc. Turn. 17 sc at end of 3rd row.
   
• 4th to 10th rows: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc across. Turn.
   
• 11th row: Ch 1. Sc2tog over first 2 sc. 1 sc in each sc to last 2 sc. Sc2tog over last 2 sc. Turn.
   
• 12th row: Ch 1. 1 sc in each st across. Turn. Rep last 2 rows 3 times more. 9 sc. Do not fasten off.
   
• Edging: Ch 1. Work 1 rnd of sc around outer edge of Snowman. Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off.

Eyes (make 2)

With A, ch 2.

• 1st rnd: 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off.

Buttons (make 2)

With B, ch 2.

• 1st rnd: 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join with sl st to first sc.
   
• 2nd rnd: Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off.

Finishing

• Sew Eyes and Buttons to Snowman as shown in picture. Divide plys of A into 2 ply (half thickness). With 2 plys of A, embroider arms. With A embroider mouth using French Knots.

If you're looking for more winter projects, these Crochet Christmas Stockings will help keep you busy this winter season when you're stuck indoors.