Crochet Amigurumi Snail
Meet the adorable Crochet Amigurumi Snail – a charming little companion that is sure to bring a smile to your face! With its squishy shell and cute googly eyes, this snail is perfect for anyone looking to add a touch of whimsy to their day. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, creating this delightful snail will surely fill you with joy and warmth. So grab your crochet hook and yarn, and let's embark on a fun and cozy crafting adventure together!
Materials Needed:
- Crochet hook
- Scissors
- Two colors of yarn (one for the shell, one for the body)
- Stuffing (fiber, cotton, or yarn scraps)
- Yarn needle
Abbreviations:
- sc: single crochet
- inc: increase (2 single crochet in the same stitch)
- dec: decrease (single crochet two stitches together)
- st: stitch
Body
Round 1: Make a magic circle, work 8 sc into the magic circle. (8 stitches)
Rounds 2-11: 1 sc in each stitch around. (8 stitches)
Remember to use a stitch marker to keep track of your rounds.
Round 12: (1 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (12 stitches)
Rounds 13-15: 1 sc in each stitch around. (12 stitches)
Stuff: Start stuffing the body now.
Round 16: Dec around. (6 stitches)
This will close off the body. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Use the tail to close any remaining hole by sewing through the front loops of the remaining stitches and pulling tight.
Shell
Round 1: Make a magic circle, work 8 sc into the magic circle. (8 stitches)
Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (16 stitches)
Round 3: (1 sc, 1 inc) repeat around. (24 stitches)
Rounds 4-5: 24 sc in each stitch around.
Fasten Off: Leave a long tail for sewing.
Repeat these steps to create the second half of the shell.
Assembly
Sew Shell Halves: Place the two halves of the shell together and sew around the outer edges. Leave a small opening to stuff the shell.
Stuff Shell: Stuff the shell and finish sewing the opening closed. Fasten off and weave in any remaining ends.
Attach Shell to Body:
Position the shell on the body and use the long tail from the shell to sew it to the body. Secure well and weave in any remaining ends.
Eyes and Antennas
Eyes:
Use a scrap of yarn to embroider two eyes on the head of the snail. You can use black or any other color you prefer.
Antennas:
Cut a small length of yarn and attach it securely at the top of the head, then trim to the desired length for antennas.
Finally, your cute little snail is complete!