Fun in the Snow
Snowmen are such fun. They typify all that is joyful about winter in regions where snow is the norm. And where snow is quite uncommon, a remarkable snowfall will bring everyone out to quickly build a snowman before the opportunity melts away.
Families join in the game together, rolling up and balancing the snowballs. Then everyone races off exuberantly to search for the perfect accessories that will give life to their very own snow character-- old top hats, canes, brooms, scarves, coats, aprons, carrots for noses, buttons or stones for eyes. In photos, a family snowman is a source of amusement that will never melt away, bringing back warm memories for years to come.
With winter fast approaching, we go to a wonderful imaginary world of snow people and penguins and designs that are all about fun and frolicking in the icy snow.
Stay warm, enjoy the designs, and get ready for winter fun!
It's a snow, snow, snowy, world! What if a snowman could decide for himself what he'd like to do in the great outdoors? Let's see...
Available in two sizes: 4.81"X5.81" and 3.18"X3.86"
An amiable snowman greets friendly birds stopping by for a visit.
Available in two sizes: 5.61"X4.80" and 3.85"X3.32"
This nature-loving snowman bundles up and cuddles bunnies seeking a warm winter nest.
Available in two sizes: 5.53"X4.86" and 3.86"X3.40"
A generous snowman shares a holiday candy cane with Bunny.
Available in two sizes: 5.74"X4.81" and 3.86"X3.23"
Let's go for a ride! A jaunty snowman gives a young raccoon some sledding pointers.
Available in two sizes: 6.25"X4.81" and 3.86"X2.98"
This sporty little snowman will have football fans cheering. Go out for the pass!
Available in two sizes: 4.80"X5.28" and 3.51"X3.86"
A cherry popsicle is a snowman's best treat on a sunny day.
Available in two sizes: 4.91"X4.80" and 3.96"X3.85"
Shushing down the slopes, this bright-eyed snowman is a model for every ski group.
Available in two sizes: 5.03"X4.80" and 3.86"X3.70"
Saucy Penguins Penguins have inspired cartoonists for decades. Ever since people discovered them living so happily in icy waters in all seasons of the year, they have captured our attention like no other bird. Animators love them, maybe because their antics make us laugh -- maybe because they can walk upright like people. But, most of all, we just think penguins are cool...pun intended. So, pick out your favorites for a shirt or a tote. Join them together for a wall hanging. They're sure to keep you in stitches!
Stop! Didn't your mother tell you: "Never lick a metal post in the wintertime!"
Available in two sizes: 4.74"X6.24" and 2.94"X3.87"
This penguin is dressed for success in the cold with a bulky snowsuit.
Available in two sizes: 4.78"X4.87" and 3.78"X3.86"
This penguin is keeping his feet dry and fishing the hard way.
Available in two sizes: 4.96"X4.82" and 3.81"X3.72"
Last one in is.... an icecube!
Available in two sizes: 4.78"X6.57" and 2.82"X3.85"
Oh, the devilish look in his eyes!
Available in two sizes: 4.86"X5.23" and 3.61"X3.87"
A penguin's work is never done!
Available in two sizes: 6.78"X4.47" and 3.86"X2.55"
Wheee! Now we know why penguins live in perpetual snow!
Available in two sizes: 6.74"X4.78" and 3.86"X2.73"
Who says penguins like it cold? In the long run, nothing beats a warm fire and a cup of hot cocoa.
Available in two sizes: 6.24"X4.84" and 3.87"X3.01"
Speaking of Cool, here's a relaxing message that will say it best on everything from shirts to loungewear and from decorative pillows to bean-bag chairs.
Available in three sizes: 6.36"X5.83" and 5.20"X4.80" and 3.87"X3.56"
Welcome home! This penguin trio gives a warm welcome to visitors to their icy abode.
Available in three sizes: 9.42"X5.12" and 6.79"X3.69" and 3.87"X2.11"
Happy snow people greet everyone they see from their perch atop a hat, tote, or shirt.
Available in three sizes: 9.41"X4.39" and 6.85"X3.21" and 3.86"X1.80"
One, two, three! It's snowman magic! This progressive triptych shows how snowmen are built by the heavens.
Available in three sizes: 9.40"X3.95" and 6.85"X2.88" and 3.85"X1.61"
Two snowmen build a third, showing what snowflakes can do when they stick together.
Available in two sizes: 5.87"X8.28" and 4.85"X6.85"
Whether it's someone who teaches you to ski or helps you shovel the walkway, jumpstart a car, or build a snowman, there's nothing warmer than a friendship formed in the wintertime.
Available in two sizes: 5.86"X8.23" and 4.89"X6.86"
When the flowers are sleeping under the snow, try this humorous twist on the adage that encourages us to make time to play and to appreciate nature's beauty.
Available in two sizes: 8.16"X5.81" and 6.86"X4.87"
Snowmen's smiles warm winter toile A jolly snowman brightens the snow scenes in each of these beautiful toile designs. Toile embroidery's old-fashioned look is perfect for traditional fare, and the designs are so quick and easy to sew. With just one color change and a low stitch count, they're great for lightweight and delicate fabrics, and quilting, too.
Available in two sizes: 9.04"X5.85" and 6.82"X4.43"
An old-fashioned snow scene just wouldn't be complete without children building a snowman.
Available in two sizes: 8.92"X5.86" and 6.77"X4.49"
A snowman smiles on as youngsters have their fun in the snow.
Available in two sizes: 8.56"X5.85" and 6.77"X4.65"
A welcoming snowman, frosty trees, and wood smoke curling from the chimney set a warm tone for this woodsy cabin scene.
Available in two sizes: 8.09"X5.85" and 6.80"X4.90"
You can almost hear the jingle bells ringing as the horse-drawn sleigh passes by a snowman in the yard of a home decorated with garlands for the holidays.
Available in two sizes: 7.35"X5.86" and 6.08"X4.86"
Available in two sizes: 8.33"X5.85" and 6.96"X4.86"
Snowman Quilt For some strange reason, snow people don't make us think of the cold. Rather, their funny expressions warm us with a flood of winter memories. Creating a character out of snow is a time-honored tradition and, on a sunny winter day, it's just plain fun. The proper snow-rolling and carving techniques are handed down from generation to generation, and, like quilt-making, building a snowman can be either a singular labor of love or a community creation. Snowmen and quilts just seem to be made for one another!
Snowman face quilt block
Available in three sizes: 5.94"X5.96" and 4.95"X4.97" and 3.86"X3.90"
Snowman family out for a stroll.
Available in three sizes: 5.93"X5.96" and 4.94"X4.97" and 3.90"X3.91"
Joyfully, kids of every generation have plopped down in a snowdrift to make their angels in the snow, but snow angels were never quite as wonderful as this one!
Available in three sizes: 5.96"X5.97" and 4.97"X4.98" and 3.88"X3.91"
Looking skyward, our star-gazing snowman wishes upon the first star he sees tonight.
Available in three sizes: 5.96"X5.93" and 4.97"X4.94" and 3.87"X3.86"
Available in three sizes: 5.62"X5.95" and 4.70"X4.96" and 3.72"X3.91"
Because a quilt is a gift of love, this little snowman's heart is in the right place--on the label.
Available in two sizes: 6.86"X4.83" and 3.86"X2.71"
Snowman face stipple
Available in three sizes: 6.00"X5.96" and 4.99"X4.97" and 3.90"X3.88"
Snowflake stipple
Available in three sizes: 6.00"X5.84" and 5.00"X4.85" and 3.90"X3.78"
Half snowflake stipple
Available in three sizes: 6.00"X2.78" and 5.00"X2.31" and 3.90"X1.80"
Quarter snowflake stipple
Available in three sizes: 2.70"X2.92" and 2.25"X2.43" and 1.75"X1.90"
Crystal snowflake stipple
Available in three sizes: 5.99"X5.98" and 5.00"X4.96" and 3.90"X3.87"
Half crystal snowflake stipple
Available in three sizes: 5.99"X3.03" and 5.00"X2.51" and 3.90"X1.96"
Quarter crystal snowflake
Available in three sizes: 3.04"X3.04" and 2.53"X2.53" and 1.98"X1.98"
Border - Let it snow.
Available in three sizes: 5.97"X0.90" and 4.98"X0.75" and 3.91"X0.59"
Corner - snowflake
Available in three sizes: 0.83"X0.89" and 0.69"X0.74" and 0.54"X0.58"
You can arrange the quilt designs in countless combinations to make quilts of different sizes and looks. Below are two examples, sample layouts. Use your imagination and creativity to design the quilt that will keep you toasty warm during the cold winter months.
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