How to build a gigantic snowman

Welcome to Sweden, a winter paradise, where the snow can become your best friend (literally)! Whether you are in the snowy north or down south, where snow is a bit less common, one thing is certain: when it snows, you have to build a snowman. And not just any snowman – a gigantic one. Why? Let’s talk about it.

Why you need to build a gigantic snowman

There are several reasons why you should build a gigantic snowman but I am going to highlight the 3 main ones:

1. You need someone to hug

Winter in Sweden can feel a little lonely. Solution? Build a gigantic snowman with arms wide open and ready to embrace you.
Bonus: Snow hugs are always cool (pun intended). ☃️

2. You are craving a friendly smile

Let’s be honest – Swedes are lovely, but they’re not exactly known for striking up conversations with strangers. So why not create your own friendly face in the snow? Nothing chases away winter blues like the friendly (slightly creepy) smile of a snowman.

2. You want a new friend

Who needs an awkward Tinder date when you can build a snow friend? They don’t talk back, they don’t ghost you, and they’ll stand by your side (until they melt, but let’s not think about that yet). Here are some more tips on how to make friends outside of class in Sweden.

How to build a snowman

Now that you know why it is useful to build a gigantic snowman when spending your winter in Sweden, we can move on to how.

Start with a small snowball

Begin with a small snowball. Pack the snow tightly in your hands, then roll it on the ground. You’ll notice it starts picking up more snow as it rolls. Keep rolling until it’s big enough to be your snowman’s base – or until you can’t physically push it anymore.

Just keep rolling, just keep rolling….

Roll 2 more balls

Repeat Step 1, but make the second snowball slightly smaller for the body, and the third one even smaller for the head. Stack them carefully, starting with the biggest at the bottom. If your snowman looks wobbly, congratulations – you’ve built a realistic snowman. Snow people aren’t perfect, and neither are we.

Get creative with the details

Add sticks for arms, a carrot for the nose, and whatever you can find for the eyes and buttons. Rocks, pinecones, or even those random IKEA parts you’ve been hoarding (just kidding, maybe) work perfectly. Give your snowman a scarf, a hat, or even a funky hairstyle made of twigs.

Tadaaa!

This is how you build a gigantic snowman. Take selfies, give it a name, and if you’re feeling dramatic, start singing ‘Do You Want to Build a Snowman?‘

Building a snowman isn’t just about the snow; it’s about the joy, creativity, and warmth you feel (ironically, in freezing temperatures). And if you don’t have this kind of perfect snow this winter, make a smaller version. Size doesn’t matter in friendship – your snow buddy will love you just as much, no matter how tall (or tiny) they are. Whether your snowman is gigantic or the size of a snowball, it’s a reminder that winter in Sweden is magical – and that even on the coldest days, you can create something wonderful.