Crochet Googly-Eyed Snail Pattern For Garden Decor

Today’s crochet pattern shows you to make a cute amigurumi snail, perfect for quick crafting. Using googly eye rings and plush, colorful yarn, this project brings charm with minimal effort. The snail consists of a spiraled shell and a soft body, which works up quickly, taking about 25 minutes once familiar with the pattern. Add a smile for extra character, making it a delightful decor or gift. Crafting is made easy and fun!

Crochet Googly-Eyed Snail Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Primary yarn color (e.g., light green)
• Secondary yarn color (e.g., dark green)
• Size 6 Chenille yarn (Sweet Snuggles Light or similar)
• 5 mm crochet hook
• Scissors
• Sewing needle (plastic recommended for chenille yarn)
• Stuffing
• Googlie eye rings

Abbreviations:

• MR: Magic Ring
• ch: Chain
• sc: Single Crochet
• inc: Increase (2 single crochets in one stitch)
• dec: Decrease (single crochet 2 stitches together)
• sl st: Slip Stitch

Shell:

1. Start with the secondary color yarn (e.g., dark green):
   • Make a Magic Ring (MR).
   • Ch 2 and do 6 sc into the ring.
   • Close the MR.
2. Round 1:
   • Inc in each stitch (12 stitches).
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3. Round 2:
   • (Inc, sc) repeat 6 times (18 stitches).
4. Round 3:
   • (Inc, sc in next 2 stitches) repeat 6 times (24 stitches).
5. Round 4:
   • Sc in each stitch around (24 stitches).
6. Round 5:
   • (Dec, sc in next 2 stitches) repeat 6 times (18 stitches).
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7. Round 6:
   • (Dec, sc) repeat 6 times (12 stitches).
8. Round 7:
   • Dec 6 times (6 stitches).
9. Finish the shell:
   • Sl st in the next stitch, ch 1, and fasten off leaving a long tail.
   • Weave the tail through the front loops of the remaining stitches and pull tight to close the hole.
   • Secure the end and weave it into the shell.

Body:

1. Start with the primary yarn color (e.g., light green):
   • Make a Magic Ring (MR).
   • Ch 2 and do 6 sc into the ring.
   • Close the MR.
2. Round 1:
   • Place 3 sc in the first stitch.
   • Secure the center tails if needed.
3. Attach the googly eyes:
   • Slip the eyes over the top of your hook, facing away from your crochet.
   • Skip the next stitch and place 3 sc in the next stitch.
   • Next, place 3 sc in the following stitch.
   • Slide the googly eyes towards the hook, skip the stitch they are seated on, and place 3 sc in the final stitch (total 12 stitches).
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4. Rounds 2-12:
   • Sc in each stitch around (12 stitches). Repeat for a total of 11 rounds.
5. Add Stuffing:
   • Stuff the body, filling the top part firmly and the bottom half lightly.
6. Round 13:
   • (Dec, sc in the next 2 stitches) repeat 3 times (9 stitches).
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7. Round 14:
   • Sc in each stitch around (9 stitches).
8. Round 15:
   • (Dec, sc) repeat 3 times (6 stitches).
9. Finish the body:
   • Sl st, ch 1, and fasten off leaving a long tail.
   • Weave the tail through the front loops and pull tight to close the hole.
   • Position the body with eyes facing away from you and prepare to sew the shell onto the body.

Assembly:

1. Sew the Shell to the Body:
   • Position the shell centered on the back of the body.
   • Stitch the single crochet round of the shell to the body, ensuring it’s securely attached.
2. Finishing Touches:
   • Weave loose ends and secure all knots.
   • Optionally, use chenille yarn to create a smile by looping yarn across the front of the face.
   • Add any additional details as desired.

Conclusion:

• Your crochet snail is now complete! Enjoy your adorable new creation.

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