With winter here, your kids will be eager to make a snowman or three … only let's be honest: weather conditions don't always cooperate. Either it's too cold, or not cold enough, or there's just not enough snow to get things going. But if your kids are bummed, why not try a warm winter craft indoors that'll scratch the same itch?
As these fun ideas make abundantly clear, your kids can build a snowman out of socks, gumballs, bottles, even your fridge! To bring some winter cheer indoors, read on.
Can you believe #8 requires no sewing at all? So cute!
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Shredded Paper Snowman
Shredded paper doesn't just need to head to the recycling bin. Scrunch it together, and it actually sticks and maintains its shape, much like snow! Glue three paper snowballs together, and voila: you've got a shredded paper snowman.
Snowman Snow Globe
Snow globes are so pretty, and this make-your-own snowman version uses a common mom castoff: baby food jars!
Melted Snowman Snack
It's a fact: snowmen melt. Which is why kids will love this melted snowman craft, which won't melt … and doubles as a snack. You'll need marshmallows for the "snow," candy corns for the "eyes," Twizzlers for the scarf … you get the idea.
Snowman in a Water Bottle
Here's a fun way to "upcycle" old plastic water bottles: stuff them with cotton balls and create a snowman in a bottle.
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Gumball Snowman
This cute gumball snowman doubles as a yummy treat. All you need are gumballs, scraps of felt, and a permanent marker. They make perfect party favors, too.
Melted Snowman Ornament
Yay, an excuse to break out some Christmas ornaments past the holidays! Kids will love creating this melted snowman: all you need are some clear ornaments and powdered snow (or else salt works too), googly eyes, and other small household castoffs for the rest of the snowman accessories, from scarf to broom to buttons.
Snowman Door Decoration
Kids will love creating this life-size snowman door decoration — and moms will love how insanely easy it is to make out of construction paper and tape.
No-Sew Sock Snowman
These sock snowmen are adorable — and there's no need to break out a needle and thread! Stuff them with uncooked rice, then your kids can use felt and other accessories to decorate as they wish.
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Paint Stick Snowman
Paint sticks make perfect snowmen if you turn the tables and paint them, then decorate with ribbon and other accessories. Attach a wire and you can hang them up!
Snowman Fridge
If you've got a white refrigerator, a snowman fridge is yet another simple craft your kids will love, and all you need is tape and construction paper. It'll give your kitchen a festive winter vibe.
Papier Mache Snowman
If you've got some old newspaper lying around, you've got the makings for a papier mache snowman. Your kids wrap the papier around a tinfoil base, wait until dry, then paint and decorate as they see fit.
Tin Can Snowman
If you've got some old tin cans lying around, recast them as a tin can snowman: just have your kids cover the cans in glue and fake snow, string the cans together, hang, and decorate with pom poms, pipe cleaners, or anything else at your disposal.
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