When it comes to snowy country, go out to make a snowman! You only need to make 3 balls out of snow. One large ball, one medium ball, and one small ball. Stack the snowballs from the largest, and place the smallest balls at the top. After that, let the creativity in you go crazy while decorating it. Don't forget to add faces, clothes, arms, and various accessories to your liking!
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Method 1 of 3: Finding Wet Snow and Flat Areas
Step 1. Look for snow that is moist and malleable
Snow that is flaky or too soft is not a snowman. Go to a snowy area and pick up the cold object by hand. Squeeze the snow with both hands. If snow can be shaped into balls, you can make a snowman with it.
If the snow melts, you can't make a snowman. If you insist, you can splash water on the snowflakes as you roll them up, but there's no guarantee this will work
Step 2. Find a flat area
If you make a snowman on a sloping ground, it will roll. Don't make a snowman on asphalt or cement because the layers can store heat and snow can cover the road. Make sure the area used has enough snow.
Step 3. Make a snowman in the shade
If you want your snowman to last a long time without melting, make it in an area that isn't exposed to direct sunlight. If there is a large shady tree near you, use the area under it. Making a snowman near a building can also be a good option.
This method is only useful to prevent the snowman from melting. If there's no shade around, that's okay
Method 2 of 3: Making Snow Rolls
Step 1. Make a snowball by hand for the bottom
Pick up a snowflake using both your hands. Shape into a ball. Add snow to hands until it reaches a diameter of 30.5 cm, or until it feels too heavy.
Make sure you wear warm waterproof gloves or you will hurt your hands while handling the snow
Step 2. Roll the snowball on the ground to form the doll's part
Place the snowball on the ground, then roll it forward. While rolling it, adjust the ball so it doesn't become cylindrical by changing direction. Keep rolling the ball until it is 1 meter wide.
- Roll the snow until you find the right location to build the doll. Make sure to start rolling the snow near your chosen spot so that the snowman is made in the right place.
- You can form a large ball by rolling the snow in a circle, but this will leave a very clear trail.
- Tap your snowball every now and then to let the remaining snow fall.
Step 3. Shape the center
Collect snow with both hands, then shape it into a solid ball. Add snow until the ball is too heavy to carry. Place the snowball on the ground as you did earlier. This time, stop rolling the ball when it reaches 6 meters in diameter.
Roll the snowball in a circular shape around the bottom ball you made, or in a straight line, back and forth. This way, when the ball is finished, you don't have to carry it too far
Step 4. Stack the bottom ball with the center ball
Depending on your size, have someone help you lift the big ball. Bend your knees and make sure you're supporting your body with your feet, not your back. Take the balls and stack them on top of the biggest ball. Make sure the balls stack each other symmetrically.
It's best to flatten the top of the largest ball first, as well as the bottom of the ball above it. This will ensure that the two balls stick together firmly
Step 5. Make a 30.5 cm snowball for the head
Take a snowflake to make a doll head. Squeeze the snow by hand until it reaches a width of 30.5 cm. You should be able to make a snowman's head without rolling it on the ground, but you can roll it if you want. When you're done, place the ball at the very top of the snowman's body.
Step 6. Stack the snow between each joint of the doll's body
Once the three parts of the snowman's body are attached, take a few snowflakes to place at each joint. This will make the doll look “whole” and not look like three balls stacked on top.
Method 3 of 3: Decorating a Snowman
Step 1. Prick the carrot in the center of the head
Prepare a long raw carrot for the nose of the snowman. Place the carrot in the center of the top ball. Make sure you leave room above it for the eyes, and space below it for the mouth.
Making a snowman requires creativity. If you have something cooler to use for your nose, use it
Step 2. Use buttons, shells, or charcoal for the eyes
Place the object on top of the carrot and place it symmetrically on the right and left. Press it into the head, then twist it so that it sticks. All round objects can be used as eyes.
Other options that can be used as eyes are yellow ping-pong balls, blue bekel balls, or large green plastic jewelry
Step 3. Make a mouth by lining up the pebbles and charcoal
Use the same material as the eyes to create the mouth, or blend it with another round object. Place the mouth just under the nose, but not too close to the center.
You can make a mouth out of cloth, stick false plastic teeth on his face, or bend the rubber to make it look like a smile
Step 4. Attach two sticks as snowman's hands
Look for a few branches 1 meter long and 2.5 cm or less wide. Press the twig so that it tilts up or down, as you wish.
- Before putting on the sleeves, if you want, put a shirt or jacket on the snowman's body.
- You can also use an old broom handle, golf club, or prosthetic human skeleton arm.
Step 5. Complete the snowman look with a hat and scarf
It's time for you to show a little creativity. Get a sports hat, cowboy hat, fedora, or tall hat for the snowman. Wrap a colored scarf around her neck. Use old things that you don't need anymore.
