Alphabet Block Snowman

Build your own adorable alphabet block snowmen using wooden blocks, acrylic paint, and a little creativity. They make the perfect Christmas decorations!

We love celebrating the holidays by creating fun projects with our kids, like these alphabet block snowmen. The Christmas season is my absolute favorite time of year!

Is there anything better than a cozy afternoon crafting with kids during the Christmas season? The smell of paint, the sound of fun stacking blocks, and the occasional “oops, I glued my fingers together” moment — it’s all part of the fun.

These alphabet block snowmen are a wonderful way to bring out everyone’s creativity. They’re cute, customizable, and just the right mix of simple craft and playful décor.

Plus, they make excellent DIY decorations or even gifts — if you can convince your kids not to keep them all!

For more cheerful snowman crafts, check out this wooden peg snowman ornament, a simple snowman ornament, a melting snowman ornament, and this mason jar snowman.

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These snowmen are quick, fun, and easy to make. I love crafts that require very few special materials or supplies, because then you can make them at any time.

They also make the perfect whimsical ornament or decoration, but good luck having these little guys stay in one place! They are just too fun to play with!

Let me show you how to create your own alphabet block snowman.

Alphabet Block Snowman

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Supplies

• Alphabet blocks – You will need three blocks per snowman: one for the snowman’s head, one for the body, and one for the base.
• Acrylic paint – I used black, orange, and white nontoxic acrylic paint.
• Paintbrush – A small paintbrush makes it easy to paint tiny snowman features, but you may want a larger one to cover the blocks.
• Fabric scraps – To add a scarf and other accessories.
• Mod Podge – This trusty decoupage glue seals and protects your project with a shiny finish.

Instructions

1. Gather your blocks. Make sure to have three blocks for each snowman.

Tip: Get wooden alphabet blocks online, from a toy store, or local thrift store. Or cut your own 2×2 blocks from wood purchased at the hardware store.

2. Give the blocks a few coats of white paint. Let dry.

3. Add snowman features onto one block, using black paint for the eyes and mouth and orange paint for a carrot nose. Paint three black buttons on another block.

Tip: For more control, use a black marker to add the facial features and buttons and make the nose out of orange cardstock. You can even use stencils for crisp shapes.

4. Seal the blocks using Mod Podge or a Varathane sealer to add shine and durability.

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Now have fun accessorizing! Wrap a bit of scrap fabric or piece of yarn around the snowman’s neck as a cozy scarf, add a little top hat or toque made from patterned cardstock, or use a bit of hot glue to give your snowman stick arms.

You can truly customize each snowman however you want. The possibilities are endless!

Now have fun stacking and moving blocks and the snowman around. Place them back-to-back for fun scenes or hang them with a piece of twine as awesome DIY holiday gifts.

I mean, how adorable is this alphabet block snowman?! We made these alphabet block snowman ornaments recently too!

Tips and Tricks

• Use pipe cleaners or sticks for arms for a playful twist and extra fun flair.
• Cut a cereal box into shapes for mini hats and accessories — it’s a great substitute for cardstock.
• Add a touch of sparkle by brushing a thin layer of Mod Podge mixed with glitter over the snowman’s body.
• If your kids are younger, have them wear a smock to protect clothes from stray acrylic paint splatters.
• Or instead of paint, use pencils, pens, or markers to add details.
• To make ornaments, twist a metal coil, paper clip, or eye hook into the top for hanging.
• For a keepsake version, let each child draw different faces on their snowmen — it’s adorable to see their personalities show in each snowman’s expression!

My kids know that they can go into the craft room anytime and find all sorts of things that will help them get creative! Keeping things organized and stocked up is always helpful, because then they can easily find any supplies that they may need.

We tend to run out of hot glue sticks most often and I am always having to make a trip to the dollar store to pick up more!

Crafting Essentials for Kids’ Crafts

• We love using these Apple Barrel acrylic paints to add bright color to all of our projects.
• These paint brushes are ideal for most craft surfaces and a great price too!
• This art supplies kit is our favorite because it has everything we needed to get started.
• This rolling storage cart helps to keep our craft supplies organized.

Whether you’re making an alphabet block snowman family for the mantel or adding them to the tree, these snowmen are a wonderful craft that captures the cozy, creative joy of the season. So let’s make some frosty friends together!

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Hello, I’m Heather!

I'm an active mom of twin boys who is always looking for opportunities to inspire creativity through fun crafts, do-it-yourself projects and delicious recipes. This blog has been an integral part of supporting my little family and I am so grateful to have you become a part of our journey! Let's create together... Read more...