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Free Crochet Snail Amigurumi Pattern is a delightful project perfect for amigurumi lovers looking for a step-by-step, beginner-friendly creation. This charming snail measures approximately 12 cm when finished, making it an adorable gift or a cute desk companion. Designed by Mrs. Chance Crochet, the pattern guides you through each round with clear instructions and helpful tips. You’ll use a 5 mm crochet hook, Himalaya Dolphin Baby yarn in Brown (80337) and Cream (80333), stitch markers, scissors, fiberfill, a small amount of black thread for the mouth, and 8 mm plastic safety eyes. At the end of the pattern, you’ll also find some wonderful amigurumi snail ideas to inspire your next creations. Thank you, Crochet with Mimi!
This free crochet snail pattern is designed to be easy to follow while still creating a beautifully detailed amigurumi snail. It’s step-by-step, beginner-friendly, and perfect for anyone looking to practice or improve their amigurumi skills. Using the provided materials and instructions, you’ll be able to make a charming snail with soft, huggable textures and an expressive face. Whether you’re new to crochet or an experienced crafter, this pattern offers a relaxing and enjoyable project with satisfying results.
Materials
5 mm crochet hook
Yarn: himalaya dolphin baby
Colors: Brown (80337), cream (80333).
Stitch markers
Scissors
Fiberfill
Small amount of black thread for mouth.
8 mm plastic safety eyes
Abbreviations:
MR: Magic ring
St: stitch
Slst: Slip stitch
Sc: Single crochet
Ch: Chain
Inc: Increase
Dec: Decrease
BLO: Back loop only
FLO: Front loop only
AMIGURUMI SNAIL FREE PATTERN
Shell
Use brown yarn:
R1. 6 sc in MR (6)
R2. inc in each st around (12)
R3. inc in each st around (24)
R4. (1sc,inc)*12 (36)
R5. sc in each st around (36)
R6. BLO, sc in each st around (36)
Crochet a second piece following the same steps as above.
Using cream yarn, embroider with the slip stitch method as desired.
Place the two pieces on top of each other with the backs facing inwards.
Take one stitch from each of the back loops (BLO) of both pieces and join them together with a slip stitch.
(Alternatively, you can sew them together using a needle and thread).
Fill the inside with stuffing before completely closing.
Head and body
Use cream yarn:
R1. Make 6 sc in MR (6)
R2. inc in each st around (12)
R3. (1sc,inc)*6 (18)
R4. sc in each st around (18)
R5. (1sc,dec)*6 (12)
R6. 8sc, dec, dec (10)
R7-16. sc in each st around (10)
R17. 8 sc, dec (9)
R18-22. sc in each st around (9)
R23. 7 sc, dec (8)
R24-25. sc in each st around (8)
R26. (dec,sc)*4 (4)
R27. Join the remaining 4 sc together.
Attach the eyes on row 4, leaving 6 single crochets between them.
Sew the head to the shell, starting from the 5th row from the back of the head.
Antenna: make 2
Use cream yarn:
Make chain 7, make a single crochet in the 4th chain from the hook, and work slip stitches back down to the starting point.
Sew the antennas on row 2, leaving a space of 5 single crochets between them.
Using black thread and a needle, embroider a smiling mouth on row 5.
Both snails are made using the same body pattern: the only difference is in the eye patterns. If you want to create the 2nd snail with bigger eyes, follow these steps specifically for the eyes.
Eyes: make 2
Use yarnart sport white yarn:
R1. Make 6 sc in MR (6)
R2. inc in each st around (12)
R3. sc in each st around (12)
R4. sc in each st around (12)
R5. dec, around (6)
Attach the safety eyes, close the remaining 6 stitches with a needle, and sew the eyes side by side on row 2.
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