A long snowman wind spinner combines a stuffed snowman topper, a blue-and-white open corkscrew, and a crochet snowflake counterweight. The result is light enough to turn in moving air while the reinforced center cord keeps every section aligned.
This pattern has been mathematically reviewed, but the finished design has not yet been physically sample-tested. Check measurements and hardware before gifting or display.
Project details
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Yarn Weight: DK cotton
- Hook Size: 3.5 mm
- Finished Size: about 28 in / 71 cm long
- Terminology: US
Materials
- DK cotton: white 65 yd, icy blue 35 yd, black 20 yd, red 20 yd, small amounts orange and green
- 3.5 mm crochet hook
- 10 mm safety eyes or embroidered eyes
- Polyester stuffing
- Tapestry needle, stitch marker, scissors
- 18 in / 46 cm strong cotton cord and a 1 in / 25 mm hanging ring
Gauge and sizing
18 sc and 20 rounds = 4 in / 10 cm in firm single crochet; the exact spiral gauge is less important than an even fabric.
Abbreviations and special stitch
US terms: ch = chain; sl st = slip stitch; sc = single crochet; hdc = half double crochet; dc = double crochet; tr = treble crochet; inc = increase; dec = decrease.
Invisible decrease: insert through the front loops of the next two stitches, yarn over and complete one sc.
Pattern instructions
Snowman head
- With white, make a magic ring and work 6 sc. Increase evenly to 12, 18, 24, 30, then 36 stitches. Work 6 rounds even.
- Insert eyes between the fourth and fifth even rounds, 7 stitches apart. Embroider the mouth and sew on a small orange cone nose.
- Decrease evenly through 30, 24, 18 and 12 stitches, stuffing firmly before closing.
Hat and scarf
For the hat, begin with 6 sc in a magic ring, increase to 30 stitches, work 6 rounds even, then make a brim by working 2 sc in each stitch. Add a red band and tiny holly leaves. Crochet the scarf as a 5-stitch-wide strip for 13 in / 33 cm and add short fringe.
Long spinner
With white, ch 34. Skip the first chain and sc through each back bump. (33 sts) Turn. Work 3 dc in every stitch across. (99 sts) The strip curls naturally as you work. Join icy blue and sc in every stitch along the outside edge. (99 sts)
Thread the center cord through the head, scarf center, and spiral center. Tack the first and last spiral turns to the cord without flattening the curl.
Snowflake counterweight
Make a small six-point snowflake from a 6-sc ring. Stiffen lightly if desired and stitch it 1 in / 2.5 cm below the spiral. Tie the upper cord securely to the hanging ring.
Assembly and finishing
Check that the head faces forward, the spiral hangs freely, and the snowflake is centered. Reinforce each cord exit with several small stitches. This decorative spinner is intended for sheltered indoor or covered-porch use.
Blocking and care
Weave each end through several adjacent stitches. Block with rustproof pins, following the yarn label. Spot clean decorative hardware and reshape the crochet before air drying.
Frequently asked questions
Can I change the yarn?
Yes, but make a gauge swatch and keep all components in the same yarn weight. A heavier yarn changes the finished scale and hardware requirements.
Can I sell finished pieces?
You may sell small quantities of finished pieces made from this pattern. Credit Tenderecipe as the pattern source; do not redistribute the written instructions.
