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Warm, water-resistant gloves or mittens Lots of snow (preferably fresh and not too dry) Snowman clothes and decorations (an old hat and scarf, a carrot, some sticks, some coal or briquets or rocks, and a broom) Optional One or more friends A chair or stepladder A plank of wood |
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| About 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the snowman's size and level of decoration. Count on less if you have help, more if you and your co-builders get into snowball fights while working. |
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Let it snow, man! Snowmen are like sandcastles: They're signs of the season, and building them is almost irresistible when weather conditions are right. It's also fun, easy, and creative. A fresh snowfall followed by a clear day is perfect for the snow-shaping arts, though older snow can work well, too. If you've never made a snowman before (or if it's been a while), read this 2torial for a quick course on building one in the classic "Frosty" shape. Then grab your gloves and a friend or two, and head out into the great white open (your yard, that is).
Dress yourself and any co-builders warmly. Layered clothing works best, as you may need to shed some as the activity warms you up. Wear water-resistant gloves or mittens if you have them, because wool or acrylic ones will get wet and icy fast. Snow pants are a nice touch, since you may need to get down on your knees at the beginning.
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