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Snail Amigurumi Pattern

Snail Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Snail Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a delightful amigurumi snail with a ribbed mustard shell, wired antennae and a soft beige body. It uses a single hook size throughout and comes with detailed step-by-step instructions and many photos. You will sew only the shell, ears and paws—the rest is crocheted as one piece for neat assembly.

Snail Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Includes full materials list, US abbreviations and detailed rounds for each part. Perfect as a gift or to decorate your space with a handmade friend.

Why You'll Love This Snail Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines simple amigurumi techniques with charming details like a ribbed spiral shell and wired antennae. I enjoyed designing the shell construction so it looks sculpted and textured while being easy to follow. The pattern flows logically from the shell to the body and head, and the included photos make placement and assembly straightforward. I'm excited when I see the finished snail—its personality really shines with a little embroidery and wool hair.

Snail Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Snail Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Snail Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Snail Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this snail by changing yarn colors; try pastel shades for a sweet nursery friend or variegated yarn for a speckled shell effect.

You can make the snail larger or smaller by switching yarn weight and hook size; bulky yarn and a bigger hook create a chunky version, while fingering yarn yields a tiny keychain snail.

I often add tiny accessories like a mini scarf or a crocheted flower sewn to the shell to give each snail its own personality.

If you prefer a floppy shell, use a softer, stretchier yarn for the shell and skip tight stuffing; for a more structured look, stuff firmly and add a thin felt circle inside.

I sometimes swap the wire antennae for pipe cleaners for a child-safe option or remove the wire completely for a plush-only snail.

Try embroidering different facial expressions by moving the eye placement slightly and adjusting mouth shaping for happy, sleepy, or surprised looks.

Make a family of snails in graduated sizes by changing yarn weight and hook size to create a decorative set with coordinating colors.

For a seasonal twist, change the shell color to orange and add a tiny pumpkin applique for autumn decor, or use holiday colors for festive gifts.

I also like adding beads or sequins to the shell center for a little sparkle—just sew them securely if the toy is for display only.

Finally, experiment with different eye types: safety eyes, sewn buttons, or embroidered eyes can each change the final character of your snail dramatically.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the step to start each shell round in the 3rd stitch from the hook causes uneven edges; always insert the hook in the 3rd stitch and work BLO as instructed. ✗ Not stuffing gradually makes shaping difficult and lumpy; stuff small amounts as you go to keep smooth, rounded shapes. ✗ Failing to secure or hide wireframe ends can poke the stuffed head; bend, tape and hide wire ends before finishing the head and inside the cups. ✗ Forgetting to attach the two shell circles correctly will distort the shell; join the circles as shown, chain foundation and attach with slip stitches before building the shell rows.

Snail Amigurumi Pattern

Make a charming hand-crocheted snail with this complete, photo-rich pattern. You will create a cuddly snail with a textured mustard shell, wired antennae and cute facial details. The pattern guides you step-by-step with clear rounds, assembly tips, and materials so you can follow along with confidence.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Snail Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Adelia Kiss (50 g – 145 m, 100% polyester), color 03 light beige - 1 skein for the body
  • 02
    YARNART Jeans (50 g, 160 m, 55% cotton, 45% polyacrylic), color 84 mustard - 1 skein for the shell and cups of the antennas
  • 03
    A little bit of white yarn for the eye whites and foot
  • 04
    Wool in light beige color (or beige yarn) for hair (small amount)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.0 mm
  • 02
    2 mm crochet hook (for details and small parts)
  • 03
    Safety eyes or eye beads D=10 mm (2 pcs)
  • 04
    Fiberfill stuffing (polyester stuffing)
  • 05
    Stitch marker
  • 06
    Tapestry needle
  • 07
    Embroidery needle
  • 08
    Scissors
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    Rouge (for cheeks)
  • 10
    Wire (20 cm piece, approx D-1.2 mm) for antennae
  • 11
    Adhesive tape for securing wire ends
  • 12
    Brown embroidery thread for eyebrows and mouth shaping

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— Shell :

Info :

With mustard No. 84 and a 2 mm crochet hook. Make 2.

Rnd 1 :

6 into MR, 1 sl st in the first stitch, chain 3 (6)

Rnd 2 :

3 DC in the first stitch, (3 DC in each stitch)*5, 2 DC in the first stitch, where we crocheted 3 chains at the beginning of the round, sl st. (20)

Info :

Break yarn and secure it. Hide the yarn tail. Crochet the second part similarly but do not break yarn.

Info :

Continue crocheting: Chain 13 and attach the chain foundation to any stitch of the first circle with a slip stitch. Insert the hook from the right side of the circle, bring the working yarn to the wrong side of the circle, grab the working yarn and pull it through the loops on the hook making a slip stitch. Chain 1. Turn.

Info :

Start crocheting in the 2nd chain from the hook.

Rnd 1 :

1 sl st, sc, HDC, 7 DC, HDC, sc, 1 sl st. Attach the first line of the shell in the next stitch of the circle with sl st as usual. Chain 1, turn (13)

Info :

Continue crocheting to the chain foundation on the right side and then turn work; from now on start each round in the 3rd stitch from the hook and work through back loops only (BLO).

Rnd 2 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 11 sc, 1 sl st, attach in the next stitch of the circle with 1 sl st (insert the hook from the right side of the circle, hold the working yarn on the wrong side and pull it through the loops on the hook, making a slip stitch). Chain 1, turn. (13)

Rnd 3 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 2 sc in 1 stitch, HDC, 3 DC, 3 DC in 1 stitch, 3 DC, HDC, 2 sc in 1 stitch, 1 sl st. Attach the piece in the next stitch of the circle with sl st as usual. Chain 1, and turn the work. (17)

Rnd 4 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 15 sc, 1 sl st. Attach the piece in the next stitch of the circle with sl st as usual, chain 1 and turn (17)

Rnd 5 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 2 sc in 1 stitch, 1 sc, HDC, 9 DC, HDC, 1 sc, 2 sc in 1 stitch, 1 sl st. Attach the piece in the next stitch of the circle with sl st as usual. Chain 1, and turn the work (19)

Rnd 6 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 17 sc, 1 sl st, attach the piece in the next stitch of the circle with sl st as indicated above, chain 1, and turn (19)

Rnd 7 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 2 sc in 1 stitch, 2 sc in 1 stitch, 1 sc, HDC, 9 DC, HDC, 1 sc, 2 sc in 1 stitch, 2 sc in 1 stitch, 1 sl st. Attach the piece in the next stitch of the circle with sl st as usual. Chain 1, and turn the work (23)

Rnd 8 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 21 sc, 1 sl st, attach the piece in the next stitch of the circle with sl st as indicated above, chain 1, and turn (23)

Rnd 9 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 5 sc, HDC, 9 DC, HDC, 5 sc, 1 sl st. Attach the piece in the next stitch of the circle with sl st as usual. Chain 1, and turn the work (23)

Rnd 10 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 21 sc, 1 sl st, attach the piece in the next stitch of the circle with sl st as indicated above, chain 1, and turn (23)

Info :

Repeat 9-10 rounds 10 times. Rounds 11-30: repeat rounds 9-10. Note: the right side of the circles is facing outward and the wrong side of the circles is facing inward.

Info :

We have crocheted 16 double rounds if you count from the first round. From the next round, start increasing the number of stitches.

Rnd 31 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 2 sc in 1 stitch, 4 sc, HDC, 9 DC, HDC, 4 sc, 2 sc in 1 stitch, 1 sl st. Attach the piece in the next stitch of the circle with sl st, chain 1, turn (25)

Rnd 32 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 23 sc, 1 sl st, attach the piece in the next stitch of the circle with sl st, chain 1, turn (25)

Rnd 33 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 6 sc, HDC, 9 DC, HDC, 6 sc, 1 sl st. Attach the piece in the next stitch of the circle with sl st, chain 1, turn (25)

Rnd 34 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 23 sc, 1 sl st, attach the piece in the next stitch of the circle with sl st, chain 1, turn (25)

Rnd 35 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 6 sc, HDC, 4 DC, 3 DC in 1 stitch, 4 DC, HDC, 6 sc, 1 sl st. Attach the piece in the next stitch of the circle with sl st, chain 1, turn (27)

Rnd 36 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 25 sc, 1 sl st, attach the piece in the next stitch of the circle with sl st, chain 1, turn (27)

Rnd 37 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 6 sc, HDC, 11 DC, HDC, 6 sc, 1 sl st. Attach the piece in the next stitch of the circle with sl st, chain 1, turn (27)

Rnd 38 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 25 sc, 1 sl st, attach the piece in the next stitch of the circle with sl st, chain 1, turn (27)

Rnd 39 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 6 sc, HDC, 11 DC, HDC, 6 sc, 1 sl st. Attach the piece in the next stitch of the circle with sl st, chain 1, turn (27)

Rnd 40 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 25 sc, 1 sl st, attach the piece in the next stitch of the circle with sl st, chain 1, turn (27)

Rnd 41 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 6 sc, HDC, 11 DC, HDC, 6 sc, 1 sl st. Attach the piece in the next stitch of the circle with sl st, chain 1, turn (27)

Rnd 42 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 25 sc, 1 sl st, attach the piece in the next stitch of the circle with sl st, chain 1, turn (27)

Info :

Attach the piece of the last 4 rounds in the first stitch of the circle and crochet as rounds 39-40. Break yarn and secure it, leaving a long yarn tail for sewing. Stuff the shell with fiberfill.

— Eyes :

Info :

Eyes (white) make 2. With white yarn and a 2 mm crochet hook.

Rnd 1 :

6 into MR (6)

Info :

Tighten the ring gently. Insert the safety eye into the ring and do not tighten strongly, as shown in the photo. Break yarn, leaving a short tail for sewing to the head. Crochet the second eye similarly. Put the ready eyes aside. Start crocheting the body.

— Body :

Item Name (Tail the first part) :

Rnd 1: 6 into MR (6)

Rnd 2-3 :

6 sc (6)

Rnd 4 :

2 sc, 1 inc, 2 sc, 1 inc (8)

Rnd 5 :

3 sc, 1 inc, 3 sc, 1 inc (10)

Rnd 6 :

4 sc, 1 inc, 4 sc, 1 inc (12)

Rnd 7 :

5 sc, 1 inc, 5 sc, 1 inc (14)

Rnd 8 :

6 sc, 1 inc, 6 sc, 1 inc (16)

Rnd 9 :

7 sc, 1 inc, 7 sc, 1 inc (18)

Rnd 10 :

8 sc, 1 inc, 8 sc, 1 inc (20)

Rnd 11 :

9 sc, 1 inc, 9 sc, 1 inc (22)

Rnd 12 :

10 sc, 1 inc, 10 sc, 1 inc (24)

Rnd 13-23 :

24 sc (24) - 11 rounds. Break yarn and secure it. Stuff the tail with fiberfill gently.

Item Name (Body the second part) :

With light beige No. 03 and a 2 mm crochet hook. Rnd 1: 6 into MR(6)

Rnd 2 :

(6 inc)*6 (12)

Rnd 3 :

(1 sc, 1 inc)*6 (18)

Rnd 4 :

(2 sc, 1 inc)*6 (24)

Rnd 5 :

(3 sc, 1 inc)*6 (30)

Rnd 6 :

(4 sc, 1 inc)*6 (36)

Rnd 7 :

(5 sc, 1 inc)*6 (42)

Info :

In the next round, start joining the tail and circle (body) together. Fold both parts with the right side facing each other and start crocheting 12 through both loops of the tail and body together at once, continue crocheting 30 sc to the body.

Rnd 8 :

12 sc through both stitches of the tail and body together, 30 sc to the body (42)

Rnd 9 :

12 sc to the outer side of the tail, 30 sc (42)

Rnd 10-13 :

42 sc (42) - 4 rounds

Rnd 14 :

19 sc, 1 dec, 19 sc, 1 dec (40)

Rnd 15 :

(8 sc, 1 dec)*4 (36)

Rnd 16 :

(7 sc, 1 dec)*4 (32)

Rnd 17 :

(6 sc, 1 dec)*4 (28)

Rnd 18 :

(5 sc, 1 dec)*4 (24)

Rnd 19 :

(4 sc, 1 dec)*4 (20)

Rnd 20 :

8 sc, 1 dec, 8 sc, 1 dec (18)

Item Name (Neck) :

Rnds 21-23: 18 sc (18) - 3 rounds. Do not forget to stuff the body. Crochet shift stitches. The beginning of the new round must be in the middle of the front part of the neck. I crocheted 10 sc and put the marker.

— Head :

Info :

Make the wireframe for the neck and antennas before you start crocheting the head. Cut a 20 cm/7.8 inches piece of wire. Fold the wire in half and put it aside.

Rnd 24 :

(2 sc, 1 inc)*6 (24) through front loops only

Rnd 25 :

(3 sc, 1 inc)*6 (30)

Rnd 26 :

(4 sc, 1 inc)*6 (36)

Info :

Note: crochet increases for the cheeks in the next round. The marker is in the middle on the front side of the head! Crochet shift stitches if needed.

Rnd 27 :

2 sc, 6 inc, 20 sc, 6 inc, 2 sc (48)

Rnd 28-33 :

48 sc (48) - 6 rounds

Rnd 34 :

2 sc, 6 dec, 20 sc, 6 dec, 2 sc (36)

Info :

In round 36 insert the eyes and secure them from inside. I install the eyes and sew the whites to the ready stuffed head later.

Rnd 35-38 :

36 sc (36)

Rnd 39 :

(4 sc, 1 dec)*6 (30)

Rnd 40 :

30 sc (30)

Rnd 41 :

(3 sc, 1 dec)*6 (24)

Rnd 42 :

24 sc (24). Insert the wireframe into the head and neck. Stuff the head and neck with fiberfill firmly. Draw out the ends of the wireframe to the sides in round 42. The distance between the antennas is 10-12 sc.

Rnd 43 :

(2 sc, 1 dec)*6 (18)

Rnd 44 :

(sc, 1 dec)*6 (12)

Rnd 45 :

6 dec (6). Break yarn and tighten the hole with a tapestry needle. Hide the yarn tail inside the head.

— Antennas :

Info :

Attach light beige yarn to the head and secure it from inside. Cut the ends of the wireframe if they are long. Bend the ends and secure them with adhesive tape. Wrap the beige yarn around the wireframe moving upward. Break yarn and tie it into a knot. Repeat with the other antenna.

Item Name (Cups for the antennas - make 2) :

With mustard yarn and a 2 mm crochet hook. Rnd 1: 6 into MR (6)

Rnd 2 :

6 inc (12)

Rnd 3-5 :

12 sc (12). Stuff gently.

Rnd 6 :

(1 sc, 1 dec)*6 (6). Break yarn and tighten using a tapestry needle. Hide the yarn tail inside. Crochet the second cup similarly. Put the cups onto the ends of the wireframe and sew them. Hide the beige yarn tails from the antennas inside the cups. The antennas are ready.

— Ears :

Info :

Ears (make 2). With light beige yarn and a 2 mm crochet hook.

Rnd 1 :

6 into MR (6)

Rnd 2 :

6 inc (12). Break yarn, leaving a tail for sewing to the head. Crochet the second ear similarly.

Info :

Pin the ears on the sides of the head under the antennas between rounds 37-38 of the head and sew on.

— Paws :

Info :

Paws (make 2). With light beige yarn and a 2 mm crochet hook.

Rnd 1 :

6 into MR (6)

Rnd 2 :

6 inc (12)

Rnd 3 :

(1 sc, 1 inc)*6 (18)

Rnd 4 :

18 sc (18). Break yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing to the body. Crochet the second paw similarly. Pin the paws to the bottom of the body and sew them.

— Foot :

Info :

With light beige yarn and a 2 mm crochet hook.

Rnd 1 :

chain 9, start crocheting in the second chain from hook 7 sc (one sc in each stitch), 5 sc in the last chain foundation, turn and continue crocheting on the other side of the chain 7 sc, 5 sc in the last chain foundation (24)

Rnd 2 :

7 sc, inc, 1 sc, inc, 1 sc, inc,7 sc, inc, 1 sc, inc, 1 sc, inc (30)

Rnd 3 :

7 sc, inc, 2 sc, 2 inc, 2 sc, inc, 7 sc, inc, 2 sc, 2 inc, 2 sc, inc (38)

Rnd 4 :

7 sc, inc, 3 sc, inc, 2 sc, inc, 3 sc, inc, 7 sc, inc, 3 sc, inc, 2 sc, inc, 3 sc, inc (46)

Rnd 5 :

7 sc, inc, 4 sc, inc, 4 sc, inc, 4 sc, inc, 7 sc, inc, 4 sc, inc, 4 sc, inc, 4 sc, inc (54)

— Frill :

Info :

Continue crocheting as following the chart below:

Rnd 6 :

chain 3, *2 TR in one stitch, chain 2* - repeat from * to * to the end of the round. Fasten off and break yarn. Hide the yarn tail.

— Assembly :

Info :

Sew the foot to the body as shown in the photo. Pin the shell to the body and foot and sew them together, sewing the sides of the shell. Sew the paws if you did not do it before.

Info :

Insert the eyes between rounds 36-37 of the head and sew the whites. Embroider the eyebrows with brown thread as shown; do not cut thread and move it to the mouth point in the center of the 29th round of the head. Make 1 stitch (length 1-2 sc) and draw the needle to the top of the head, pull gently to sculpt the mouth socket. Fasten off and cut thread. Embroider the nose under the eyes with light beige yarn: make 2-4 horizontal stitches and 5-6 vertical stitches around previous stitches of the nose.

Info :

Hair: Use a piece of beige wool for hair. Take 4 cm / 1.5 inches long pieces, divide into 6-8 pieces and attach to top of head with a crochet hook. Trim ends and divide hair into two parts (bangs + top hair). Twist ends with fingers. Put some rouge on the cheeks and inside the ears optionally. Our snail is finished!

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the foot to the body aligning the center of the foot with the belly area and secure with tight stitches so the foot sits flat.
  • Pin the shell to the body and foot, align the shell opening with the body attachment area, then sew the sides of the shell to the body using the long tail left on the shell for a secure attachment.
  • Insert the eyes between rounds 36-37 of the head from the inside and sew the white crocheted eye pieces over the safety eyes to secure and hide fasteners.
  • Pin the ears under the antennas between rounds 37-38 of the head and sew them on symmetrically for an even look.
  • Attach the antenna cups to the ends of the wireframe and sew them to the wire ends, then hide the beige yarn tails inside the cups so the antenna finish is neat.
  • Pin the paws to the bottom of the body in the positions shown in the photos and sew them firmly; use the long tails left on the paws to secure them well.

Important Notes

  • 💡Start the shell rows in the 3rd stitch from the hook and work BLO where stated to get the ribbed shell texture correctly.
  • 💡Use stitch markers to track the beginning of rounds, especially when shaping the neck and head to align facial features.
  • 💡Stuff parts gradually and firmly but not overstuffed; gentle, even stuffing gives the best shape and prevents distortion.
  • 💡Hide all yarn tails and wire ends inside pieces and secure wire ends with tape to prevent poking and to keep the antennae stable.

This delightful snail makes a perfect handmade gift or a charming shelf friend—small enough to carry, big enough to show personality. You will love how the ribbed mustard shell and wool hair give it character and charm. Happy stitching and enjoy the smiles your little snail brings! 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 5.1 inches / 13 cm long and 5.1 inches / 13 cm in height using the recommended yarn and 2 mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but this will affect the final size; adjust your hook size accordingly and expect changes in texture and detail scale.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate due to shaping, working BLO, joining parts, and using a wireframe for the antennae, so basic amigurumi experience is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary based on experience level, customization and photography steps.