Show off your Slytherin pride with this Amigurumi Slytherin Serpent crochet pattern! Whether you’re crafting for Harry Potter fans, adding a mystical touch to your collection, or simply love creating detailed amigurumi creatures, this free pattern lets you stitch up a cunning little serpent full of charm. With its sleek, coiled body, piercing eyes, and signature green and silver hues, this crochet snake embodies the spirit of ambition and cleverness. Perfect for gifting to fellow wizarding enthusiasts, decorating a magical space, or simply celebrating the joy of crochet, this Slytherin-inspired serpent is ready to slither into your handmade treasures! πβ¨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of green, textured stitches for a realistic effect, or even tiny accessories like a miniature Hogwarts crest or a wizardβs hat for extra flair. Craft a classic Slytherin serpent, create a shimmering version with metallic yarn, or even stitch up an entire magical menagerie! Whether displayed as a mystical accent, gifted to a fellow Potterhead, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Slytherin Serpent is a dynamic and enchanting projectβperfect for bringing a touch of wizarding magic to every stitch! π§Άβ‘
π Amigurumi Slytherin Serpent β FREE Crochet Pattern
Bring a bold and magical presence to your space with this amigurumi serpent, inspired by the legendary Slytherin house. Featuring a coiled body, smooth underbelly, and forked tongue, this realistic serpent is perfect for wizarding fans and serpent lovers alike.
β¨ Skill Level
Advanced β Includes shaping, color changes, and poseable structure.
π Finished Size
Approx. 18β24 inches (46β60 cm) long using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
π§Ά Materials
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Yarn (Worsted weight):
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Color A: Slytherin Green (main body)
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Color B: Cream/Beige (belly)
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Color C: Burgundy (tongue)
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Crochet hook: 3.5 mm
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Polyfill stuffing
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Safety eyes: 12 mm
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Chenille wire or armature (optional for coiling)
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Stitch marker
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Tapestry needle
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Scissors
π§΅ Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR β Magic Ring
sc β Single Crochet
inc β Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec β Decrease (sc 2 together)
ch β Chain
sl st β Slip Stitch
FO β Fasten Off
st(s) β Stitch(es)
π Body (Worked in continuous spiral)
Color A (top) and Color B (belly):
We will carry yarn and change color halfway through each round to form the top (green) and bottom (beige) split.
Color split strategy:
For each round, use Color A for the first 18 sts and Color B for the last 18 sts (adjust if stitch count increases).
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MR, 6 sc (in Color A)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4β40. sc around (maintain color A on top half, color B on bottom half)Optional: Insert armature or chenille wire inside after stuffing halfway
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (24)
42β44. sc around -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
46β52. sc around -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
54β58. sc around -
dec x6 (6)
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sc around (6)
Stuff fully as you go -
dec x3, FO and close
π Head (Color A, Start in rounds, then shape with short rows)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6β10. sc around -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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sc around
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 8β9, approx. 6 sts apart
Stuff head firmly -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6), FO, sew to body
π§ Eye Ridges (Make 2 β Color A)
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ch 5
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sc back, FO
Sew above each eye to create raised brow line
π Forked Tongue (Color C)
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ch 8
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sl st into 3rd ch from hook, ch 5
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sl st to starting point
FO, leave long tail
Sew under snout using tapestry needle
πͺ‘ Finishing & Assembly
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Shape the body into an elegant coil or βSβ pose
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If using wire, gently bend it from inside for balance
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Sew head on at a slight upright angle
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Optionally, use felt cutouts or embroidery for snake scales or Slytherin detailing
π‘ Customization Ideas
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Add tiny Slytherin crest embroidery or appliquΓ©
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Use metallic thread in belly for a magical sheen
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For a mini version, use sport weight yarn and a 2.5 mm hook
This mystical serpent adds a dash of danger and a whole lot of Hogwarts style to your shelf or cosplay props. May it guard your common room with pride! πβ¨π§Ά