Write away the winter on this snowman slate. One of my favorite winter holiday characters, is the snowman. They are just so cute to me. Here is a cute project to create with your kids. This craft project is perfect for this time of year. Not only is it adorable, but it is also functional :)

PLAID Supplies

Apple Barrel ® Colors - Turquoise, 2 oz.

FolkArt ® Chalkboard Paint - Black, 8 oz.

FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Wicker White, 2 oz.

Other Supplies
Rectangular Wood plaque
2 inch STYROFOAM™ ball
2.5 inch STYROFOAM™ ball
11 brads - 1 orange; 3 blue; 7 black
2 blue pom-poms
1 silver chenille stem
Blue and white ribbon or scrap material (for scarf)
Blue ribbon (for hanging)
Tacky glue
Hot glue

Instructions

1.     Paint edges of plaque with Wicker White. Allow to dry.

2.     Paint dashes around plaque with Turquoise. Allow to dry.

3.     Paint front of plaque with Chalkboard paint. Allow to dry.

4.     Paint snow along bottom of plaque and snowflake on upper right of plaque (refer to photo).

5.     Cut Styrofoam balls in half.

6.     Glue larger Styrofoam ball to bottom left side of plaque.

7.     Tie ribbon or scrap material to create scarf and glue in place; glue on small Styrofoam ball (Refer to photo).

8.     Glue pom-poms and chenille wire in place to create ear muffs.

9.     Add buttons and face with brads; use tacky glue to secure.

10. Use hot glue to attach ribbon for hanging.