Drift into a world of cozy crochet with this Amigurumi Sleepy Snail pattern! 🐌💤✨ With its droopy eyes, soft spiral shell, and relaxed posture, this design captures the essence of a peaceful little snail ready for a nap. Whether you’re crafting for a nature-inspired décor piece, a whimsical gift, or simply love character-driven amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a charming addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in shell textures, body shape, and even tiny accessories like a miniature pillow or a leaf blanket to enhance its sleepy personality. Choose classic earthy tones for a realistic look or experiment with pastel hues for a dreamy twist! Whether displayed as part of a cozy setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi sleepy snail is sure to bring smiles. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this adorable little napper to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🐌 Sleepy Amigurumi Snail – Free Crochet Pattern
Introducing this peaceful little garden dweller – the Sleepy Snail! With its calm expression, soft earthy colors, and a charming spiraled shell, this amigurumi is perfect for woodland-themed decor or a relaxing shelf companion.
🧵 Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves shaping, color changes, and seamless spiral shell construction.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 22 cm (8.5 in) long and 16 cm (6.5 in) tall using DK yarn and a 2.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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DK weight cotton yarn:
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Beige (body base)
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Light gray (head)
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Dark brown (shell)
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Pink (eyelids)
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2.5 mm crochet hook
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Stitch marker
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Yarn needle & scissors
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Optional: wire for antenna support
✂️ Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
ch – Chain
st(s) – Stitch(es)
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
🐌 Snail Body
Start with beige yarn
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–22. sc around (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff firmly. -
dec x6 (6) – FO and weave shut.
🌀 Shell (Dark Brown)
Work in spiral
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
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(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
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(6 sc, inc) x6 (48)
9–24. sc around (48)
Begin spiral roll from center, shaping as you sew it together tightly to form the shell shape. Stuff as you close and attach to the back of the body at an angle.
👀 Head (Light Gray)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5–11. sc around (24) -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff and FO. Sew to front of body.
👁 Eyelids (Pink, Make 2)
Ch 5
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch and across (4)
FO and sew gently over each eye, angled down to show a sleepy look.
🐌 Antennae (Make 2 – Light Gray)
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MR, 4 sc
2–6. sc around (4) -
inc x4 (8)
8–9. sc around (8) -
dec x4 (4)
Stuff tip. FO and sew on top of head.
✨ Assembly
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Sew shell on back, slanted toward the body curve
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Attach head to front neck
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Stitch pink eyelids directly over upper part of safety eyes or embroidered eyes
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Sew on antennae securely
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Use brown or pink yarn to add a gentle smile or sleepy mouth expression if desired
This cozy, dozing snail is the perfect companion for slow and steady inspiration. Add it to your shelf, or give it as a peaceful gift to someone who loves whimsical woodland creatures! 🌿🐌
