Create a cozy winter wonder with this charming snowman earflap hat pattern that’s for staying warm and spreading smiles all season long.

Cold winds and chilly days can make it hard to stay comfortable, but this cozy hat solves that problem beautifully. Made with soft, thick yarn, it keeps your head and ears warm no matter how frosty the weather gets. The hat’s adorable snowman face, complete with a bright orange nose and little scarf, adds a cheerful touch to any outfit. Its earflaps offer extra protection from biting winds, while the snug fit stays comfortably in place.

Adorable Crochet Snowman Earflap Hat for Cold Days

Crafted by joining charming snowman and snowflake pieces, it looks handmade and special. This hat is not just practical but also a bright, joyful accessory that brings smiles wherever you go.

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Whether worn on cold winter walks or given as a thoughtful gift, it combines warmth and cuteness perfectly. Its colorful design and soft feel make it a wonderful way to brighten even the coldest days.

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Snowman Earflap Hat Crochet Pattern

Skill Level

Intermediate beginner – Requires understanding of basic stitches like chain (ch), double crochet (dc/TR), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), slip stitch (sl st), bobble stitches, and working in rounds.

Tools & Materials

3.5 mm glutinous rice yarn (100g/skein): 3 skeins red, 1 skein white
4.5 mm crochet hook
Scissors
Tapestry needle for finishing
Optional: Hot glue for attaching accessories

Pattern Instructions

Part 1: Snowman Piece (4 rounds main body, 3 rounds pattern)

Round 1

Chain 2 (not counted as stitch), 12 double crochet (dc) stitches into a circle.
Tighten the loop and slip stitch (sl st) to the first dc.

Round 2

Chain 2 (counts as first dc).
2 double crochet in each stitch around – total 24 dc.
Sl st to first dc.
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Round 3

Chain 2.
1 dc in first stitch, 2 dc in next stitch repeat around – total 36 dc.
Sl st to first dc.

Round 4

Chain 1.
1 single crochet (sc), 2 sc in next stitch, 1 sc repeat 12 times – 48 sc.
Cut yarn at end.

Round 5 (Snowman red body)

Switch to red yarn. Chain 2.
3 dc in a row, 2 dc in next stitch repeat 12 times – total 60 dc.
Sl st to first dc.
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Round 6 (Pattern introduction)

Chain 1;
Crochet 6 sc in a row.
Crochet 3 dc in a row.
Crochet 2 treble crochets (tr) in the next stitch.
1 tr in next stitch.
Crochet 3 dc in a row.
Repeat this pattern 4 times total.
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Round 7

Chain 2.
Crochet 11 dc in a row.
At corner, crochet 2 dc, chain 2, 2 dc.
Continue with 1 dc per stitch; crochet 4 dc at each corner.
Repeat til round complete.
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Part 2: Hat Part

Row 1

Chain 9 stitches, turn.
Starting at second last stitch, crochet 8 sc in a row.

Row 2 (Switch to blue yarn)

Chain 1, turn.
Crochet 2-to-1 stitches on first and second stitches (decreasing),
Then 4 sc,
Another 2-to-1 stitch on other side.
Repeat as row base.

Rows 3 & 4

Chain 1, turn, repeat 2-to-1 stitches decrease on ends with sc stitches in-between.

Row 5

Chain 1, turn, crochet 2-chain then sl st to finish.
Cut yarn.
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Part 3: Nose Part

Use 8 strands of orange yarn.
Chain 4 stitches.
From second last stitch, crochet sl st, sc, half double crochet (hdc).
Chain 2, sl st back on first chain stitch.
Cut yarn, hide ends.

Part 4: Scarf & Accessories

Crochet a chain and tie a knot to make a scarf.
Use hot glue to fix nose, scarf, and pom-pom on hat.
Sew mouth & eyes using black yarn.