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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 teaches you to crochet a cute snail amigurumi with a textured mustard shell and a wired antenna for poseable details. The snail is made mainly in single crochet with joining techniques and a separate shell construction. Clear photos and instructions guide you through every step from crocheting components to assembly.

Snail Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

You will make the snail using a 2 mm hook and lightweight yarn; the finished toy measures about 13 cm / 5.1 inches long and tall. The pattern covers shell, body, head, eyes, ears, paws, feet, antenna cups, hair and assembly.

Why You'll Love This Snail Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines simple amigurumi techniques with a playful textured shell that gives the snail real personality. I enjoy the way the wired antenna adds a posable element, and the separate shell construction creates a satisfying finishing step. The pattern photos make the process intuitive, and I find the tiny details like embroidered eyebrows and blushed cheeks bring the toy to life. Every time I make this snail I customize the shell color, which keeps the project fresh and fun.

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 many ways you can customize this snail pattern to make it your own.

You can change the shell color to create different personalities — try pastel shades for a soft baby snail or bold jewel tones for a brighter look.

For a miniature keychain version, use finer yarn and a smaller hook to scale the pattern down and swap the wire for a short sturdy thread.

To make a cuddlier, larger snail, use bulky yarn and a bigger hook; increase stuffing proportionally and adjust placement of features for balance.

Try embroidered eyes instead of safety eyes for a softer, child-safe toy — embroider simple round pupils and add tiny highlights with white thread.

I often add tiny props like a mini crocheted hat or scarf to personalize the snail as a gift for different seasons.

Swap the beige body color for gray or brown to create woodland creature vibes — a quick change that really alters the character.

Experiment with hair: fluffier yarn gives a whimsical tuft while wool locks create realistic hair; attach in clusters as described for a textured topknot.

If you want more poseability, insert light craft wire into the tail as well, or create multiple shell attachments to try different angles.

I also like to stitch tiny motifs onto the shell — flowers or initials — for bespoke gifting; use contrasting yarn to make the details pop.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the wireframe step for the antenna can cause floppy antennae; shape and insert the folded 20 cm wire and secure it before stuffing to ensure stable, poseable antennae. ✗ Not starting rounds in the correct place for the neck causes asymmetry; place a marker at the middle of the front neck and begin new rounds there as instructed to keep the face centered. ✗ Tightening safety eyes too strongly in the little white discs will distort the eye whites; insert the safety eyes into the white discs gently and do not fully tighten until the head is stuffed and positioned. ✗ Forgetting to stuff gradually leads to lumps in the head and body; stuff little by little while shaping and add more stuffing as you close rounds for an even finish. ✗ Ignoring BLO (back loops only) directions for the shell strips flattens the texture; be sure to work BLO when the pattern specifies to achieve that ribbed shell appearance. ✗ Not hiding yarn tails properly can leave visible ends; break yarn with long tails for sewing where required and hide ends inside with a tapestry needle between stuffing and seams.

Snail Amigurumi Pattern

Make an adorable hand-crocheted snail toy with this step-by-step pattern. You will crochet the snail body and shell using a single 2 mm hook, add a wired antenna, and finish with cute embroidered features. This pattern is richly photographed and guides you through assembly and finishing touches so you can create a charming keepsake.

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 the foot details
  • 04
    Wool in light beige color (or beige yarn) for the hair (small amount)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.0 mm
  • 02
    Stitch marker
  • 03
    Tapestry needle
  • 04
    Embroidery needle
  • 05
    Scissors
  • 06
    Rouge (for cheeks, optional)
  • 07
    Wire (approx. D-1.2 mm) - cut a 20 cm piece and fold for antenna wireframe
  • 08
    Adhesive tape (to secure wire ends)
  • 09
    Stuffing material (polyester fiberfill)
  • 10
    Safety eyes D=10 mm (2 pieces)
  • 11
    Pins for assembly

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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.

Info :

Crochet the second part similarly but do not break yarn.

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Continue crocheting: Chain 13 and attach the chain foundation to any stitch of the first circle with a slip stitch. To do this, you must 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.

Round 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, as shown in the photo. Chain 1, turn (13)

Round 2 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 11 sc, 1 sl st, attach in the next stitch of the circle with 1 sl st, as indicated above (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)

Round 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)

Info :

Continue crocheting to the chain foundation on the right side and follow the photos. Start crocheting each round in the 3rd stitch from hook and work through back loops only (BLO) as directed for subsequent rounds.

Round 4 :

BLO: 1 sl st, 15 sc, 1 sl st, attach the piece in the next stitch of the circle with sl st as indicated above, chain 1, and turn (17)

Round 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)

Round 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)

Round 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)

Round 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)

Round 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)

Round 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 rounds 9-10 ten 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.

Round 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)

Round 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)

Round 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)

Round 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)

Round 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)

Round 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)

Round 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)

Round 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)

Round 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)

Round 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)

Round 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)

Round 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.

Round 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 :

Info :

With light beige No. 03 and a 2 mm crochet hook.

— Tail (the first part) :

Round 1 :

6 into MR (6)

Round 2-3 :

6 sc (6)

Round 4 :

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

Round 5 :

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

Round 6 :

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

Round 7 :

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

Round 8 :

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

Round 9 :

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

Round 10 :

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

Round 11 :

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

Round 12 :

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

Rounds 13-23 :

24 sc (24) - 11 rounds

Info :

Break yarn and secure it. Stuff the tail with fiberfill gently.

— Body (the second part) :

Round 1 :

6 into MR (6)

Round 2 :

(6 inc)*6 (12)

Round 3 :

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

Round 4 :

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

Round 5 :

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

Round 6 :

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

Round 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.

Round 8 :

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

Round 9 :

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

Rounds 10-13 :

42 sc (42) 4 rounds

Round 14 :

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

Round 15 :

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

Round 16 :

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

Round 17 :

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

Round 18 :

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

Round 19 :

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

Round 20 :

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

— Neck :

Rounds 21-23 :

18 sc (18) 3 rounds

Info :

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.

Round 24 :

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

Round 25 :

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

Round 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.

Round 27 :

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

Rounds 28-33 :

48 sc (48) 6 rounds

Round 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.

Rounds 35-38 :

36 sc (36)

Round 39 :

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

Round 40 :

30 sc (30)

Round 41 :

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

Round 42 :

24 sc (24)

Info :

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.

Round 43 :

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

Round 44 :

(sc, 1 dec)*6 (12)

Round 45 :

6 dec (6)

Info :

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.

— Cups for the antennas (make 2) :

Info :

With mustard yarn and a 2 mm crochet hook.

Round 1 :

6 into MR (6)

Round 2 :

6 inc (12)

Rounds 3-5 :

12 sc (12)

Info :

Stuff gently.

Round 6 :

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

Info :

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 (make 2) :

Info :

With light beige yarn and a 2 mm crochet hook.

Round 1 :

6 into MR (6)

Round 2 :

6 inc (12)

Info :

Break yarn, leaving a tail for sewing to the head. Crochet the second ear similarly. Pin the ears on the sides of the head under the antennas between rounds 37-38 of the head and sew on.

— Paws (make 2) :

Info :

With light beige yarn and a 2 mm crochet hook.

Round 1 :

6 into MR (6)

Round 2 :

6 inc (12)

Round 3 :

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

Round 4 :

18 sc (18)

Info :

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.

Round 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)

Round 2 :

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

Round 3 :

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

Round 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)

Round 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 (Round 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.

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Insert the eyes between rounds 36-37 of the head and sew the whites. Embroider the eyebrows with brown thread as shown in the photo. 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 out the needle to the top of the head. Pull the thread gently, sculpting the mouth socket. Fasten off and cut it.

Info :

Embroider the nose under the eyes with light beige yarn: first make 2-4 horizontal stitches and 5-6 vertical stitches around previous stitches of the nose.

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

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the foot to the body following the pattern photos, aligning the foot opening with the bottom of the body and stitching securely with a tapestry needle.
  • Pin the shell to the body and foot, checking placement and symmetry, then sew the shell sides to the body through the long yarn tail left on the shell.
  • Insert and secure the wireframe for antennas before final stuffing; attach mustard cups to the wire ends and hide yarn tails inside the cups.
  • Insert the safety eyes between rounds 36-37 of the head, sew the white eye discs over the back of the safety eyes and secure from inside before finishing the head.
  • Pin the ears under the antennas between rounds 37-38 of the head, then sew them on firmly using tails left for sewing.
  • Pin the paws to the bottom of the body in the photographed positions and sew in place using the long tails left on each paw.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work through BLO (back loops only) on the shell strips as instructed to obtain the ribbed, textured shell effect.
  • 💡Place stitch markers especially at the start of rounds where the pattern specifies the front/middle of the neck or head to keep facial features centered.
  • 💡Stuff gradually and firmly but not overly tight; overstuffing can distort shaping especially for the head and shell attachment.
  • 💡When attaching safety eyes inside the small white discs, do not fully tighten until the head is shaped and stuffed to avoid distorting the eye whites.

This sweet snail pattern is a delightful weekend make that results in a charming, poseable amigurumi with personality 🧶. It includes full component instructions, wiring for antennas, and finishing tips to make your snail truly special. Perfect as a handmade gift or a small decorative keepsake 🧵✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 13 cm (5.1 inches) long and about 13 cm (5.1 inches) in height when using the recommended yarn and a 2.0 mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can substitute yarn weights, but that will change the final size—use a correspondingly larger or smaller hook with bulky or thinner yarn and expect adjustments in stitch counts.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated Intermediate due to shaping, joining parts, and working with a wireframe; some basic experience with amigurumi stitches and techniques is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time can vary depending on experience level and customization.

How do I make the antennas poseable?

Cut a 20 cm length of wire, fold it, insert it into the head and neck before stuffing, wrap yarn around the wire for each antenna and attach small crocheted cups to the ends to finish.