View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 1/30
What is the snowman ? In the famous source of information Wikipedia, we find this same definition which is very interesting: “A snowman is a compact snow sculpture, with a human appearance, and very variable dimensions”. We agree.
Ice Ball Snowman: A Delicious Decor for the Christmas Table
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 2/30
It is not known exactly when the snowman appeared as a design and what was the idea of his invention, probably inspired by pagan culture. According to some sources of information, it was invented in England during the 16th century. It is in the writings of Shakespeare that we find the first written testimonies that reveal the existence of this strange mysterious character, the snowman.
Snowman made of a white pumpkin and with a small elegant scarf
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 3/30
Is it sun assassinated or simple snowman melting under the rays of sun of his rival? wrote Shakespeare a long time ago …
The classic snowman with a funny hat
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 4/30
Finally, it is not until 20th century that this sympathetic character becomes one of the greatest symbols of Christmas. Today, it is found everywhere in the West and even in countries that do not enjoy a lot of snow in winter. Finally, in some cultures it is always associated with winter and Christmas.
Gift and decoration idea to make a durable fabric
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 5/30
Its structure is simple and well known: we place three balls of snow, the smallest of which represents the head and the other two – the body. The classic snowman has a carrot for the nose, but it can be replaced by another object that brings it together. To make eyes, we often use small pieces of coal or small pebbles and pebbles. To complete, one can put tree branches to make the arms and other accessories: hat, hat, scarf, bezel, mustache, etc.
Snowmen to make with dough: a minimalist and modern decor
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 6/30
In the cinema, this sympathetic character is present in several tales, which are sometimes even elaborated around the theme of history. We all know Jack Forst, The Snowman and recently, Olaf – the very nice and kind character of the animated feature film Snow Queen.
Minimalist decorating idea for Christmas table with eggs
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 7/30
How to introduce it into your Christmas interior and exterior decoration? There are many original drawing and DIY activities that can be done with family or friends. In our gallery of proposals, you will find mostly minimalist ideas, designed around recovery, or around the Christmas table.
Decorate the walls with beautiful drawings of snowmen
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 8/30
We love this idea of hanging decoration, ideal for the wall, the entrance, the door and / or the fir, to realize with cotton-rods:
The cotton swab: an ideal object to create a wide variety of original decorations
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 9/30
Tired of classic Christmas wreaths? Here is a funny idea of an original crown designed in cotton-rods that is ideal for decorating the front door or wall of your home or apartment interior:
A wreath of snowmen that you can also make in cotton swabs
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 10/30
The modeling clay is easy to handle and ideal for a large number of manual activities for children and adults.
Hanging decoration that you can do with modeling clay
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 11/30
What to do with bulbs that do not work anymore? Here is an idea for the decoration of the Christmas tree to realize with an old bulb:
Bulb transformed into a snowman, an ideal decor for the fir tree
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 12/30
It is often said that the decoration is an essential element that should not be neglected, but that you must design with attention and a taste for minimalism. A modern space can not afford the presence of bulky objects. For this reason, the decor, too, is functional. What’s better then some fun cakes to decorate the Christmas table? Very functional and very, very compact, is not it?
Cakes and table decoration: delicious and fun
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 13/30
It is also possible to make muffins or cookies that you can then decorate and transform into snowmen:
Happy Snowmen donuts, idea and source: Happy Clippings
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 14/30
Who does not like donuts?
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 15/30
We love this idea of decoration and presentation, aesthetic and deliciously healthy:
Christmas table decoration idea with snowmenView in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 16/30
Living in a region where snow is not always present in winter, does not mean to deprive oneself of the snowman’s friendly presence. It is quite possible to create one with pumpkins, here is how:
An elegant gentleman with a black cap and a scarf: to make with pumpkins
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 17/30
The pumpkin invites itself into our interiors and exteriors from the month of September to stay there until the end of the cold days of winter. Symbol of autumn and Halloween, it also finds its place in Christmas decoration. How it is possible ? Its shape is ideal for making funny snowmen, especially when it comes to white pumpkins! Perfect for decorating the entrance, the terrace or the living room of your house or apartment:
Pumpkins are great for creating snowmen
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 18/30
We love this romantic idea to make with white flowers, the only drawback is that this floral arrangement will not last very long.
A romantic and aromatic decoration made of white flowers
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 19/30
Christmas is a warm and friendly family celebration. We are all around a beautiful table decorated and loaded with delicious dishes. Children are impatient, it’s cold outside, the only solution: creative activities at home! Drawing, collage, origami, finally – the possibilities are many and all good!
Idea of creative activity for children: drawing and collage
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 20/30
We have already talked a lot about recovery ideas, the importance of not discarding and always recycling. If you have paper plates at home, you can do one of these four ideas with your children:
Four Christmas decoration ideas to make with cardboard plates
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 21/30
However, it is possible to use plastic plates, but as you already know, the French law has forbidden them. We respect it …
What to do with paper plates? Here is an original idea and easy to achieve:
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 22/30
An idea of manual activity for children to make with two paper plates
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 23/30
A simple and easy idea to make with a cardboard plate
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 24/30
An idea to make with cardboard: ideal Christmas manual activity for children
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 25/30
And finally, making a snowman into snowballs is a must. We have selected four decorating ideas and accessories for your artwork, once finished:
What a good job, say so! It is the largest work of art in our collection.
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 26/30
The man and his companion: Rudolph, the little reindeer with a red nose
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 27/30
A real punk! What a funny idea, is not it? We love…
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 28/30
He sometimes exercises …
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 29/30
Christmas is actually one of the most anticipated holidays of the year. Little by little, he lost his religious character and he became more open to interpretations. The dishes vary by country, decoration – too. The important thing is that we spend good times with family and friends and creative DIY activities are ideal for this occasion! Hoping that our gallery of proposals has given you new ideas and inspired you, we wish you a very happy Christmas and New Year!
Minimalist Christmas decoration to make oneself
View in gallery
Snowman: Origin and Fantastic Christmas Decor Ideas | 30/30
Ideas, sources, inspirations:
Making snowman donuts (in English)
And a video how to make a snowman cake:
Liliane Morel in
