Free Snowflake Templates for Easy Winter Crafts

Grab this free snowflake patterns printable with two designs! Use each template to color, cut, or craft beautiful paper snowflakes with your kids on a cold day.

Brrr, is it cold where you are? Over here, the snow boots are out, and the hot cocoa is flowing! When winter keeps everyone inside, I love having a quick craft ready to go. That’s why I made this snowflake patterns printable for you. It’s free, it’s simple, and it turns a gloomy afternoon into a winter wonderland. ☃️

What Is This Snowflake Printable?

This is a set of two different snowflake designs in one easy download. Each page has a clear snowflake outline with bold black lines. You can use them as free snowflake templates for cutting, or you can treat them like snowflake coloring pages.

Basically, it’s a blank template that does double duty. Kids can color right on the page or trace the shape of the snowflake onto other paper. Some families use them as snowflake stencils, too. Either way, you get beautiful snowflakes without stressing over a perfect snowflake. Trust me, nobody’s grading these!

Why You’ll Love This Idea

First of all, this is such an easy craft. You only need white printer paper, crayons, and a pair of scissors. There’s no special equipment and no trip to the craft store. As a mom of two, I love anything I can print in a minute and pull out on a cold day. It’s the perfect winter activity when everyone starts bouncing off the walls. You know the feeling, right? 😅

Even better, these free printables work for students of all ages. Little kids can color the simple designs and build fine motor skills along the way. Meanwhile, older kids can cut out intricate snowflakes and try their own designs. Teachers will love them for bulletin boards and winter centers. Honestly, it’s a great way to keep the whole crew happy. And hey, what do snowmen eat for breakfast? Frosted flakes, of course! ❄️

How to Use This Snowflake Patterns Printable

Ready to get started? It only takes a few minutes. Here are some helpful tips to make the process smooth and fun.

Print Your Templates

First, download the PDF files and print them on regular paper. Plain white printer paper works best for cutting. However, cardstock is great if your kids plan to color and hang their snowflakes. You can also print them in different sizes for variety.

Color or Cut

Next, decide how you want to use each page. For coloring, just grab crayons, markers, or colored pencils and go. For cutting, carefully trim along the outline. Younger kids may need a little help with the tight curves. Older kids can usually handle the details on their own.

Fold Your Own Paper Snowflakes

Want to make classic paper snowflakes? Then start with a square piece of paper. Fold it in half along the diagonal line to make a large triangle. After that, fold it in half again to make a smaller triangle. Fold the resulting triangle into equal parts, and then trace part of the template onto the top layer. Finally, cut away the excess paper and unfold it slowly. Ta-da! Thinner paper works best here, since several layers of paper get thick fast.

Fun Ways to Use These Snowflake Printables

Now for the fun part! These snowflake shapes work for so much more than one afternoon. Here are a few ideas:

• Window decor: Tape your snowflakes to the windows for an instant winter wonderland.
• Christmas decorations: Hang them on Christmas trees, mantels, or doorways during the holiday season. 🎄
• Bulletin boards: Teachers can create a snowy classroom display with every student’s snowflake.
• Christmas cards: Glue a mini snowflake onto folded construction paper for a sweet homemade card.
• Snowy garland: Use a hole punch and string several snowflakes together.

Variations for Using the Printable

Want to switch things up? Kids love a new twist, after all. Try these simple paper crafts.

For a pretty stained-glass look, trace the template onto tissue paper. Then tape it to a sunny window. The light shines right through and looks magical.

For a colorful version, cut your snowflakes from construction paper instead of a piece of white paper. Blue, silver, and purple look especially beautiful together. You can also layer two snowflakes for a 3D effect.

Finally, let kids create their own snowflake design. They can use the template as a starting point and then add their own pattern. Every new design will turn out a little different, just like real snowflakes!

Common Questions About Snowflake Patterns

Why do snowflakes have six sides?

Snowflakes form when water molecules freeze together. These molecules naturally link up in a six-sided shape. That’s why most paper snowflake patterns use six points, too.

What paper works best for cutting snowflakes?

Thinner paper is easiest to fold and cut. Regular printer paper or tissue paper works great. Thick cardstock gets hard to cut once you fold it several times. I’ve also used coffee filters for thinner snowflake cutouts.

What age is this activity good for?

These easy snowflake patterns work for preschoolers through older kids. Younger kids can color and cut simple shapes. Older kids can tackle folding and intricate designs.

Can I use these templates in my classroom?

Absolutely! These free templates are perfect for classrooms and homeschool groups. Just keep them for personal use and classroom use only.

My Favorite Printable Supplies:

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• Printer: I love my HP Home Printer, it prints beautifully everytime no matter what projects I am working on.
• Paper: Depending on the durability you want with your printables, consider printing on white card stock or high quality paper.
• Laminator: For printables you are planning to use over and over again, simply laminate and use dry erase markers to mark up the printables.
• Paper Cutter: I love my CARL Paper Cutter. It makes trimming and cutting out printables a breeze.
• Sticker Paper: When printing tags or other free printables, sticker paper can make it easy to attach to gifts, boxes, or to make your own stickers.
• Cutting Supplies: You’ll want a great pair of paper cutting scissors and I love using an Xacto Knife for intricate details.
• Pens and Coloring Supplies: Here are some of my favorite writing tools for pencils and pens. Coloring supplies that I love to use in my own home: colored pencils, crayons, markers for adults, and markers for kids.

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Download the Free Printable Snowflake Templates Here

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Let It Snow (Indoors)! ⛄

Sometimes the coziest memories come from the simplest crafts. A few sheets of paper and some scissors can make a cold day feel special. I hope this snowflake patterns printable set brings some winter magic to your home or classroom.

So go ahead and download your free templates today! Then pin this post to your favorite Pinterest board so you can find it again next winter. And don’t forget to join my email list for more free printables, easy recipes, and seasonal fun delivered right to your inbox. Stay warm, friend! ❄️

More Winter Fun:

• Snowflake Suncatcher
• Snowman Suncatcher
• Heart Suncatcher
• Snowflake Crafts for Kids
• Frosted Mason Jars
• Rainbow Snowflake Pillows
• Winter Bookmarks
• Winter Maze
• Winter Word Search
• Winter Word Scramble
• Winter Playdough Mats
• Winter Dot to Dot Pages

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