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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 whimsical snail amigurumi with wired stalked eyes and a decorative mantle. It includes step-by-step instructions for the shell, eyes, upper and lower eyelids, jaws, body and mantle. The design uses wire for poseable eye stems and clear assembly photos to guide you through finishing.

Snail Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Perfect for intermediate crocheters who want to practice shaping and small amigurumi construction. The pattern includes materials, abbreviations and assembly tips for a polished final toy.

Why You'll Love This Snail Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines playful character with clever shaping techniques that bring the snail to life. I enjoy the way the wired eye stems allow a bit of personality and poseability. The shell shaping and ruffled mantle create a delightful silhouette that makes each finished toy unique. Working through the small pieces and assembly is satisfying and results in a charming display piece.

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 changing colors to create different personalities — try pastel tones for a soft nursery friend or neon shades for a quirky display piece.

I often swap YarnArt Jeans for a slightly thicker cotton to make a chunkier snail; adjust your hook and wire accordingly if you do this.

For a keychain version, use thinner yarn and a smaller hook, shorten the frame and skip the heavy wire for safety.

I sometimes embroider eyelashes or a small smile to give the snail a different expression before attaching the eyes.

You can replace glass eyes with embroidered irises for a child-safe option, or use smaller glass eyes for a more subtle look.

Try changing the mantle design — increase or decrease the number of loops for a fuller or sleeker ruffle effect.

I add tiny crocheted props like a scarf or a mini leaf to tell a small story with each snail I make.

Mix and match shell colors to create a family of snails; each colorway becomes its own character in a set.

If you want posable limbs, use thinner craft wire in the body core but ensure it is fully wrapped and insulated with textile band-aid for safety.

I recommend practicing the eyelid assembly on a test eye first so youre comfortable with wiring and inserting the socket before the final assembly.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Crocheting too loosely for amigurumi causes large holes and exposed stuffing; use tighter tension and adjust to a smaller hook if necessary. ✗ Forgetting to leave sewing tails when instructed results in messy joins and short threads; always leave extra yarn for sewing and weaving in ends. ✗ Not stuffing gradually leads to lumps or overstuffed sections that distort shaping; stuff little by little while shaping and check silhouette frequently. ✗ Skipping the wiring and wrapping steps for the eye frame can make the eyes unstable; follow the wire folding and textile band-aid wrapping instructions for a secure, neat frame.

Snail Amigurumi Pattern

Create an adorable crocheted snail with expressive eyeballs and a ruffled mantle. This pattern leads you through each piece step by step so you can build the shell, eyes, jaws, body and decorative mantle with clear photos and wiring instructions. Youll enjoy shaping the characterful face and assembling the parts for a charming finished toy to display or gift.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Snail Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    YarnArt Jeans (160 m / 174 yds per 50 g) - light green (color 29) - 14 g
  • 02
    YarnArt Jeans (160 m / 174 yds per 50 g) - purple (color 72) - 7 g
  • 03
    YarnArt Jeans (160 m / 174 yds per 50 g) - white (color 62) - 3 g
  • 04
    Polyester fiberfill - small amount to lightly stuff shell and body

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Steel crochet hook size 1.75 mm (#4 US)
  • 02
    Wooden skewer and a toothpick with broken tips for stuffing
  • 03
    Gypsy needle (darning/yarn needle)
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    2 glass eyes 14 mm (0.55 inch)
  • 06
    Glue Moment Crystal (clear craft glue)
  • 07
    Craft wire (aluminum or copper) thick 0.75-1 mm (0.03-0.039 inch) - approx. 115 cm
  • 08
    Round pliers and wire cutters
  • 09
    Textile band-aid (to wrap and insulate wire)
  • 10
    Stitch markers

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— Shell :

Round 1 :

We knit in a spiral. Row 1: 6 sc in MC

Round 2 :

Row 2: 6 inc = 12

Round 3-12 :

Row 3-12: 12 sc

Round 13 :

Row 13: inc, 11 sc = 13 (photo 1)

Round 14-23 :

Row 14-23: 13 sc

Round 24 :

Row 24: inc, 12 sc = 14

Round 25-29 :

Row 25-29: 14 sc

Round 30 :

Row 30: 3 sc in 1, 13 sc = 16

Round 31 :

Row 31: sc, 3 sc in 1, 14 sc = 18

Round 32 :

Row 32: 2 sc, 3 sc in 1, 15 sc = 20

Round 33 :

Row 33: 3 sc, 3 sc in 1, 16 sc = 22

Round 34 :

Row 34: 4 sc, 3 sc in 1, 17 sc = 24 (photo 2)

Round 35 :

Row 35: 5 ps, 3 ps in 1, 18 ps = 26 (photo 3-4), fasten off, hide the tip of the thread. Fill the shell with fiberfill lightly.

Info :

Make a tie from the narrow part of the shell and fix it at the first round (photo 5-6).

— Eye :

Round 1 :

We knit in a spiral with white yarn. Row 1: 6 sc in MC

Round 2 :

Row 2: 6 inc = 12

Round 3 :

Row 3: (sc, inc) * 6 = 18

Round 4 :

Row 4: (2 sc, inc) * 6 = 24

Round 5-7 :

Row 5-7: 24 sc

Round 8 :

Row 8: (2 sc, dec) * 6 = 18

Round 9 :

Row 9: (sc, dec) * 6 = 12, fill with fiberfill.

Round 10 :

Row 10: 6 dec = 6, pull the hole by the front loops. Hide the tip of the thread inside the ball (photo 4).

Info :

Pick up the eye in the 7th row for 2 columns on a long wire. Align the ends of the wire and twist it under the eye (photo 1-2). Bend the ends of the wire.

Info :

Stretch the ends of the wire through the tube of the lower eyelid, thereby inserting the eye into the socket (photo 3-5). The eye does not need to be sewn in any way. It is remarkably fixed between the eyelids (photo 6).

— Upper eyelid :

Round 1 :

We knit in a spiral with light green yarn. Row 1: 6 sc in MC

Round 2 :

Row 2: 6 inc = 12

Round 3 :

Row 3: (sc, inc) * 6 = 18

Round 4 :

Row 4: (2 sc, inc) * 6 = 24

Round 5-8 :

Row 5-8: 24 sc, fasten off, hide the tip of the thread (photo 1).

— Lower eyelid :

Round 1 :

We knit in a spiral with light green yarn. Immediately leave the tip for sewing 20 cm (8 inch). Row 1: 5 sc in MC, we do not tighten the ring tightly - there should be a hole for the frame (photo 2-3).

Round 2-6 :

Row 2-6: 5 sc

Round 7 :

Row 7: 7 inc = 12 (the marker of the beginning of the row will shift by 2 loops)

Round 8 :

Row 8: (sc, inc) * 6 = 18, sl st. Cut the yarn leaving a tail for sewing (photo 4).

Info :

Fold the upper and lower eyelid and combine 8 sc in pairs (photo 5).

— Upper jaw :

Round 1 :

We knit in a spiral with light green yarn. Row 1: 6 sc in MC

Round 2 :

Row 2: 6 sc

Round 3 :

Row 3: inc, 5 sc = 7

Round 4 :

Row 4: 7 sc

Round 5 :

Row 5: inc, 6 sc = 8

Round 6 :

Row 6: 8 sc

Round 7 :

Row 7: 3 sl st, sc, 4 hdc = 8 (photo 1), finish, hide the tip of the thread. Fold the wire with a loop (photo 2), wrap it with a textile band-aid (photo 3). Insert it into the upper jaw. To add volume, fill it slightly (photo 4).

— Lower jaw :

Round 1 :

We knit in a spiral with light green yarn. Row 1: 4 sc in MC

Round 2 :

Row 2: (inc, sc) * 2 = 6

Round 3 :

Row 3: 6 sc, sl st. Do not fill.

Round 4 :

Row 4: ch, rotate, 3 join sc with upper jaw on sl st (photo 1-2), when knit on upper jaw: sc, 3 hdc, sc, on lower jaw: 3 sl st = 8 (photo 3)

Info :

Insert the eye wires at the base of the first and last half double crochet of the 7th row of the upper jaw (photo 4). Stretch the frame into the neck (photo 5-6). Wrap the wires with a textile band-aid.

— Body :

Round 1-2 :

We continue to knit from the united jaws in a spiral around the frame. Row 1-2: 8 sc

Round 3 :

Row 3: dec, 6 sc = 7

Round 4 :

Row 4: dec, 5 sc = 6

Round 5-7 :

Row 5-7: 6 sc

Round 8 :

Row 8: inc, 5 sc = 7

Round 9 :

Row 9: 7 sc

Round 10 :

Row 10: inc, 6 sc = 8

Round 11 :

Row 11: 8 sc

Round 12 :

Row 12: inc, 7 sc = 9 (photo 1)

Round 13 :

Row 13: inc, 8 sc = 10

Round 14 :

Row 14: (inc, 4 sc) * 2 = 12

Round 15 :

Row 15: (3 sc, inc) * 3 = 15

Round 16 :

Row 16: (4 sc, inc) * 3 = 18

Round 17-19 :

Row 17-19: 18 sc

Round 20 :

Row 20: dec, 16 sc = 17

Round 21-23 :

Row 21-23: 17 sc

Round 24 :

Row 24: dec, 15 sc = 16

Round 25-27 :

Row 25-27: 16 sc

Round 28 :

Row 28: dec, 14 sc = 15

Round 29 :

Row 29: 15 sc

Round 30 :

Row 30: dec, 13 sc = 14

Round 31 :

Row 31: dec, 12 sc = 13

Round 32 :

Row 32: dec, 11 sc = 12 Fill the body with fiberfill lightly.

Round 33 :

Row 33: dec, 10 sc = 11

Round 34 :

Row 34: dec, 9 sc = 10

Round 35 :

Row 35: dec, 8 sc = 9

Round 36 :

Row 36: dec, 7 sc = 8

Round 37 :

Row 37: dec, 6 sc = 7

Round 38-51 :

Row 38-51: 7 sc, cut off the excess tip of the frame (photo 2), complete, pull the hole by the front loops, hide the tip (photo 3-4).

Info :

We bend the body of the snail in the place of thickening with the letter L. We sew the shell to the body with invisible stitches, picking up the border between 34 and 35 rows (photo 1-2). The stitch length is 1 column or 1 row. We bend 35 Row up.

— Mantle :

Info :

Make 47 loops on the body. To do this, it is convenient to mark 3 columns on the chest (photo 3) and count another 22 rows on the sides of them. For each row and for each single crochet, make 1 loop. The mantle line should be in 2 loops below the shell. The line does not have to be flat. The curves of the line will create the illusion of mobility of the mantle (photo 4-5).

Round 1 :

Row 1: rotate, 10 sc, 7 hdc, 5 dc, 3 inc dc, 5 dc, 7 hdc, 10 sc = 50

Round 2 :

Row 2: sl st on the body, rotate, skip 1, 10 inc, 7 inc hdc, 16 inc dc, 7 inc hdc, 10 inc, sl st, fasten off, hide the tip of the thread (photo 1).

— Assembly and design of the toy :

Item Name (P1) :

1. Press a recess on the abdomen with your finger (photo 2) and sew it around the perimeter so that the snail stands more stable (photo 3).

Item Name (P2) :

2. Glue the eyes (photo 4-5).

Info :

Insert and arrange the eye frames, fix wires with textile band-aid and hide ends. Sew shell to body between rows 34 and 35 with invisible stitches. Attach mantle line below shell and arrange curves for a natural look.

Assembly Instructions

  • Bend the body at the thickened place into an L shape and sew the shell to the body using invisible stitches, picking up the border between rows 34 and 35 so the shell sits securely.
  • Press a slight recess on the abdomen and sew around the perimeter so the snail stands more stable and balanced.
  • Insert the wired eye frames through the 7th row tube of the lower eyelid, align and twist wire ends, wrap with textile band-aid and hide the ends before final positioning.
  • Glue the glass eyes into the eyelid sockets (photo references) and ensure they sit snugly between upper and lower eyelids before securing.
  • Make the mantle loops on the body (47 loops) and stitch the mantle line two loops below the shell; allow curves to create the illusion of movement.
  • Trim excess frame wire, pull holes closed by front loops where indicated, hide tips and weave in all yarn ends for a neat finish.

Important Notes

  • 💡The toy must be crocheted with tight stitches to avoid small holes when stretching crochet fabric.
  • 💡If there are tiny holes, use a smaller hook size and stuff the body while crocheting; do not use stuffing material too sparingly.
  • 💡If the toy is for a toddler under the age of three, use safety eyes and do not use buttons; ensure all wires are wrapped and insulated.
  • 💡Stuff lightly and evenly to preserve shape; overstuffing can distort shaping and under stuffing can collapse features.

This charming snail amigurumi is full of personality and small details that make it a delightful handmade gift. Sewn and wired with care, each eye and curl of the shell brings a cute expression to life. Perfect for display or gifting, this little creature will brighten any shelf or desk. 🧶🐌✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 13.5 cm x 11.5 cm (5.31 x 4.53 inch) using the recommended yarn and hook size.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will affect the final size. Make sure to choose an appropriate hook size for your chosen yarn and adjust wire/frame lengths accordingly.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so basic knowledge of crochet stitches and experience with small amigurumi shaping, stuffing and simple wire work is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, depending on skill level and time spent on wiring and assembly.