Adorable Herb Stuffed Sock Snow Pals
These little snow pals are fashioned from socks and rice with a plump filling of fragrant herbs to turn your reading time into a sensory escape. They are the perfect companion for exploring the snowy woods (or wherever your current book is taking you!). AND they couldn’t be easier or more fun to make especially when they are all stuffed with aromatic dried herbs! Squishy and adorable, sock snow pals will give off a wonderful fragrance when squeezed and loved.
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All Stuffed With Herbs
Adding herbs to your snow pal’s stuffing imparts a bit of delightful wonder to these adorable creatures. You can add any herb or combination of herbs that call to you. Mix your chosen herbs into a base of uncooked rice or oatmeal before stuffing your snow pal.
Here are some suggestions for lovely fragrant herbs to use:
Lavender blossoms
Rose petals
Chamomile
Peppermint & Spearmint
Lemon Balm
Lemon Verbena
Small amounts of cinnamon, cloves, anise seeds & dill seeds
MYO Sock Snow Pal
Supplies
Kid-size socks
Dried rice
Dried lavender blossoms (or other fragrant herbs like roses, mint, & chamomile)
Tiny puff balls for eyes
Buttons
Cloth scraps for clothes
String
Glue gun and sticks
Scissors
Directions
Turn the sock inside out and cut off the toe. This will become the hat for your snow pal, so set it aside.
Tie the cut end of the sock off securely with string.
Turn the sock back right side out so that the tied end is nestled inside the sock.
Stuff the sock with dried rice and herbs. I like to use at least one big spoonful of herb per section of the snow pal. The more herbs you use, the stronger the aromatic experience!
Once you have stuff the sock enough to make a bunchy bottom of the snow pal, tie it off again as securely as you can. Be sure to leave enough empty sock at the top to make a head.
Repeat the above process to stuff the head, and tie off.
Snip off any loose thread.
Decorate your sock snow pal with puff balls for the eyes using a hot glue gun. Small children should be assisted for safety with the glue gun.
Add bigger puff balls, buttons, and cloth scrapes to give your snow pal clothes!
Step-By-Step Guide Below!
Little Sock Snow pal Tips & Ideas
Each little snow pal can be customized however you like. When making these for gifts, we really enjoy thinking of each special person we are crafting for and adding a little something to make it meaningful for that person such as a buttons in a favorite color; a bow tie instead of a scarf for a teacher who loves ties; a dramatic purple cloak for an avid theater goer; and even a fancy headscarf for a eclectic dancer!
We hot glued tiny puff balls for the eyes and nose. This way the snow pal is fully squeezable and safe without any fear of pins poking into hands.
Rubber bands may be used in place of the string for securing the sock. This might be easier for younger children to do because tying the string with a tight fit can be difficult.
Finally, because the herbs are colorful, they may show through the sock. If you want your sock snow pal to be deeply white, consider doubling the socks to create a thick layer and prevent the herbs from showing through.
Happy Crafting!
Previously posted on Mama Rosemary