Easy Crochet Snail Amigurumi Tutorial For Nature Lovers

This cheerful crochet snail amigurumi tutorial is perfect for anyone looking to add a touch of whimsy to their day. With simple instructions and colorful yarn, you can whip up a cute snail friend in no time. Perfect for beginners or seasoned crocheters, this project promises fun and a charming result. Grab your hook, and let's start making a delightful little snail!

Crochet Snail Amigurumi Tutorial

 

 

 

 

 

Materials Needed:

• Seven colors of cotton yarn (one for the head and six for the shell). The example uses Katia yarn from Schachenmayr, but any yarn will do.
• Matching crochet hook (suggested size: 2.5 mm)
• Scissors
• Sewing needle
• Eyes for the toy
• Toy stuffing

Head and Body of the Snail:

Start with a magic ring.

• Round 1: Crochet nine single crochet (sc) stitches into the ring, then pull the ring closed. (9 stitches)

For Round 2:

• Crochet two single crochet stitches in each stitch around. (18 stitches)

Round 3:

• 1 single crochet in the first two stitches, 2 single crochets in the next stitch. Repeat around. (24 stitches)

In Round 4:

• 1 single crochet in the first three stitches, 2 single crochets in the next stitch. Repeat around. (30 stitches)

Round 5:

• 1 single crochet in the first nine stitches, 2 single crochets in the next stitch. Repeat three times. (33 stitches)

Round 6:

• 1 single crochet in the first five stitches, 2 single crochets in the next stitch, 1 single crochet in the next 10 stitches, 2 single crochets in the next stitch. Repeat once, then 1 single crochet in the last five stitches. (36 stitches)

In Rounds 7-10:

• 1 single crochet in each stitch around.

Round 11 (Decrease Round):

• 1 single crochet in the first 10 stitches, then crochet two stitches together twice. Repeat around. (33 stitches)

Round 12:

• 1 single crochet in the first nine stitches, then crochet two stitches together. Repeat around. (30 stitches)

In Round 13:

• 1 single crochet in the first three stitches, then crochet two stitches together. Repeat around. (24 stitches)

Round 14:

• 1 single crochet in the first two stitches, then crochet two stitches together. Repeat around. (18 stitches)

Round 15:

• 1 single crochet in the first four stitches, then crochet two stitches together. Repeat around. (15 stitches)

Creating the Shell:

• Stuff the head of the snail.
• Continue crocheting with the same color for 25 rounds, without counting the stitches, just keep track of the rounds.
• For the shell pattern:
• Use six colors, each for 10 rounds, making a total of 60 rounds for the shell.
• Change colors on the same side for a neat appearance.

Last Round: 1 single crochet in the first three stitches, crochet two stitches together. Repeat around to decrease. (12 stitches)

Finishing Touches:

• Finish work with a slip stitch, cut the yarn, and secure it.
• Roll the shell and sew it together at various points for shape and stability.
• Sew the eyes between rounds 7 and 8 with a distance of five stitches apart.
• Sew the mouth with thread.

Antennae:

• Start with a magic ring.

Round 1:

• 6 single crochets in the ring.

Round 2:

• 1 single crochet in the first stitch, 2 single crochets in the next stitch. Repeat around. (9 stitches)

In Rounds 3-4:

• 1 single crochet in each stitch around.

Round 5:

• 1 single crochet in the first stitch, crochet two stitches together. Repeat around. (6 stitches)

For Rounds 6-8:

• 1 single crochet in each stitch around.
• Finish with a slip stitch, leave a long piece of yarn for sewing, and optionally stuff the antennae.