How to Draw Santa with His List (Easy Step by Step)
Santa with his list is a cute, chubby character built from simple shapes: a big round face, a dome-shaped hat, circles for glasses, and a boxy list. His floppy hat, round glasses, and fluffy beard make him easy to recognize, and the little checklist adds a fun story to the picture.
- Easy
- 15 minutes
- 8 steps
You need: paper, a pencil, an eraser, and crayons or markers for coloring.
Start drawingIn this article (7 sections)
How to draw Santa with his list step by step
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Step 1: Sides of the head
Draw two curved lines that bulge outward, one on the left and one on the right, like the sides of a big round face. Leave the top and bottom open for now.
Step 2: Floppy hat
Draw a rounded dome above the head for the hat. Then draw a wide, thick band across the bottom of the dome, with its ends touching the sides of the head.
Step 3: The pom-pom
Draw a short curved line from the right side of the hat, and finish it with a small circle at the end for the pom-pom.
Step 4: Beard outline
Draw a wavy line across the face from one side to the other, dipping in the middle, for the top of the beard. Then draw a bumpy curved line along the bottom to close the beard.
Step 5: Glasses and smile
Draw two small circles side by side for the glasses and join them with a little bridge. Add a tiny curved lip shape and a small smile below the glasses.
Step 6: Mustache
Draw a wide, wiggly mustache just under the glasses, with a little dip in the middle.
Step 7: Arms and list
Under the beard, draw two arms curving down on each side and a boxy shape between them for Santa's list. Add a few small check marks and short lines on the list.
Step 8: Boots and list edge
Draw two small ovals at the bottom for boots, one on each side. Add a short curved line across the top of the list to finish it.
All done!
Go over your lines with a marker, then color it in.
Finished your Santa with his list? Keep the pencils out and learn how to draw a melting snowman or how to draw a penguin family next.
Tips for drawing Santa with his list
- Draw the two sides of the face first so the hat and beard have a nice place to sit.
- Make the two glasses circles about the same size so Santa looks friendly.
- Draw the list as a boxy shape first, then add the check marks and lines inside it one at a time.
Free Santa with his list coloring page
Want to go straight to coloring? Open this Santa with his list coloring page at full size and print it. It is the same drawing you just learned, with clean lines ready for crayons or markers.
How to color your Santa with his list drawing
Color the hat and pom-pom red and white, and the boots dark brown or black. For a creative twist, give Santa rainbow glasses and color the list in your favorite Christmas pattern.
Santa with his list fun fact for kids
The song 'Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town' says that Santa is making a list and checking it twice. It was first performed on the radio in 1934.
Questions about drawing Santa with his list
What shapes do I need to draw Santa with his list?
You need two curved lines for the face, a dome and a band for the hat, circles for the glasses and pom-pom, and a boxy shape for the list. Small ovals make the boots.
How do I make my Santa look cuter?
Make his face very round and wide, and keep the glasses small. A little smile and a fluffy beard make him extra cheerful.
How do I draw the checklist?
Draw a boxy shape, then add small check marks on the left and short lines on the right. Do it in rows so it looks like a real list.
