Amigurumi Snail Free Pattern

Introduction

Welcome to the world of amigurumi! This pattern will guide you in creating a charming snail, perfect for any crochet enthusiast.

Project Details

Skill Level: Intermediate
Estimated Time: 4 to 5 hours
Finished Size: Approximately 15cm tall

Materials

Light blue worsted weight yarn for the body and stalks
Beige worsted weight yarn for the shell
White worsted weight yarn for the eyes
2.5mm crochet hook
12mm red safety eyes
Tapestry needle for precise assembly
Premium polyester fiberfill

Amigurumi Snail Free Pattern crochet parts — All crocheted parts before assembly

Abbreviations

sc: single crochet
inc: single crochet increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: single crochet decrease (invisible decrease preferred)
ch: chain
sl st: slip stitch
FLO: front loops only

The Pattern

R1: ch 16. Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, crochet 14 sc, place 3 sc in the last ch. Working down the opposite side of the chain, crochet 13 sc, place 1 inc in the last ch. (32)

R2: 1 inc, 13 sc, [1 inc] x 3, 13 sc, [1 inc] x 2. (38)

R3: 1 sc, 1 inc, 13 sc, [1 sc, 1 inc] x 3, 13 sc, [1 sc, 1 inc] x 2. (44)

R4: In FLO, place 3 sc in every single stitch around the perimeter to force the ruffle to flare. (132)

Fasten off and weave in the ends. This piece remains flat.

R1: 6 sc in a magic ring. (6)

R2: [1 inc] x 6. (12)

R3: [1 sc, 1 inc] x 6. (18)

R4-R15: 1 sc in each stitch around. (18)

R16: [2 sc, 1 inc] x 6. (24)

R17-R18: 1 sc in each stitch around. (24)

Fasten off and leave a long tail. Stuff the tube firmly to provide a solid anchor for the stalks.

R1: 6 sc in a magic ring. (6)

R2: [1 sc, 1 inc] x 3. (9)

R3-R12: 1 sc in each stitch around. (9)

Fasten off and leave a long tail. Stuff the bottom half firmly, but leave the top half lightly stuffed so the head can tilt slightly.

R1: 6 sc in a magic ring. (6)

R2: [1 inc] x 6. (12)

R3: [1 sc, 1 inc] x 6. (18)

R4: [2 sc, 1 inc] x 6. (24)

R5-R8: 1 sc in each stitch around. (24)

R9: [2 sc, 1 dec] x 6. (18)

Insert the 12mm red safety eyes between rounds 4 and 5, placing them slightly off-center to create a gentle, downward gaze. Secure the backings.

R10: [1 sc, 1 dec] x 6. (12)

Stuff the eyeball very firmly to ensure a perfectly smooth sphere.

R11: [1 dec] x 6. (6)

Fasten off and weave the tail through the remaining front loops to close the hole tight.

R1: 6 sc in a magic ring. (6)

R2: [1 inc] x 6. (12)

R3: [1 sc, 1 inc] x 6. (18)

R4: [2 sc, 1 inc] x 6. (24)

R5-R7: 1 sc in each stitch around. (24)

Fasten off and leave a very long tail for sewing. Do not stuff.

R1: 6 sc in a magic ring. (6)

R2: [1 sc, 1 inc] x 3. (9)

R3-R5: 1 sc in each stitch around. (9)

R6: [2 sc, 1 inc] x 3. (12)

R7-R10: 1 sc in each stitch around. (12)

R11: [3 sc, 1 inc] x 3. (15)

R12-R16: 1 sc in each stitch around. (15)

R17: [4 sc, 1 inc] x 3. (18)

R18-R25: 1 sc in each stitch around. (18)

R26: [5 sc, 1 inc] x 3. (21)

R27-R35: 1 sc in each stitch around. (21)

R36: [5 sc, 1 dec] x 3. (18)

Fasten off and leave a massive tail (at least 20 inches) for coiling and sewing. Stuff the tip (Rounds 1-15) very firmly, then progressively stuff lighter as you reach the open end.

Assembly

First, position the Eyelids over the top hemisphere of the White Eyeballs. Sew them down securely, ensuring the rim of the eyelid sits just above the safety eye to create that sleepy, heavy gaze.

Next, sew the top of each Eyestalk to the bottom-center of the assembled eyes. Make sure the connection is robust.

Sew the bottom of the Eyestalks to the top opening of the Main Body (Round 18). Place them side-by-side, perfectly centered.

Sew the bottom of the Main Body (Rounds 1-3) directly to the top center of the Ruffled Foot Base. Ensure it sits flush and stable.

Finally, physically roll the Coiled Shell into a tight spiral, starting from the narrow tip. Use the long yarn tail to sew completely through the layers, locking the spiral in place. Sew the open base of the shell to the back half of the Main Body, resting it gently against the Ruffled Foot.