Wheat Stitch™ Crochet Crochet Snail Pattern

Meet the coziest little crochet companion ever — the Wheat Stitch™ Crochet Snail!

This adorable crochet snail is soft, squishy, and full of personality, making it perfect for Valentine’s Day gifts, emotional-support desk buddies, and anyone who needs a reminder to slow down and enjoy the stitches.

The snail body is worked in continuous rounds from head to tail, using two strands of worsted weight yarn held together for extra thickness, stability, and maximum cuddle potential. When your snail’s body is finished, add a Wheat Stitch™ Crochet Heart as a shell, and your new friend is done!

If you love whimsical amigurumi with a modern textured look, check out the Wheat Stitch™:

🐚 Clam
🐢 Turtle
🪼 Jellyfish
🐙 Octopus
🐡Pufferfish
🐳 Whale

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Wheat Stitch™ Crochet Snail Pattern Supplies

Yarn

Herrschners Worsted 8
100% Acrylic, 489yds/226g

Yarn is held double.

Yarn Quantities

As shown in Herrschners Worsted: 125yds

Yarn Substitutions

Brava Worsted – 100% Premium Acrylic, 218yds/100g

Herrschners Worsted 8 Specks – 100% Acrylic, 489yds/226g

Herrschners Worsted 3 – 100% Acrylic, 183yds/85g

Brava Worsted Speckle – 100% Premium Acrylic, 218yds/100g

Mary Maxim Maximum Value – 100% Premium Acrylic, 474yds/227g

Remember always to check the gauge and drape when substituting yarns.

Crochet Hook

Size US G (4.0mm) & H (5.0mm) Crochet Hook or hook to obtain gauge.

Notions

Scissors
Yarn Needle
Removable Stitch Marker

Skill Level

Intermediate

Size

One Size
Finished project size will depend on the yarn weight chosen.

Abbreviations

blo – back loop only
ch – chain
flo – front loop only
RS/WS – Right side/Wrong Side
sc – single crochet
sl st – slip stitch
st(s) – stitch(es)

Gauge

Not critical for this pattern.

How to Crochet A Gauge Swatch
Working a gauge swatch will let you know if you will have the correct sizing for this pattern. It will also help you practice the stitches used in this project and improve your stitch work for a flawless look.

Are you struggling to match the gauge? Check out the blog post on What is Crochet Gauge and How To Fix It

Special Stitches

Puff Stitch: Yarn over and insert your hook into the stitch/space, yarn over again and pull up a long loop, yarn over and insert your hook into the same stitch/space, yarn over again and pull up a long loop (5 loops on the hook), yarn over and pull through the first 4 loops, yarn over and pull through remaining loops.

Pattern Notes

• Warning: Safety eyes are not suitable for children under three years old, as they can pose a choking hazard if they become detached. Adult supervision is recommended. Feel free to embroider the eyes.
• A ch 1 at the beginning of a row is not counted as a stitch.
• Using a stitch marker at the beginning (or end) of the round is recommended.
• Invisible Join: Cut the yarn, leaving a 6-8 inch tail. Using your yarn needle, insert the needle under both loops of the second stitch of the round. Pull the yarn through gently, then insert the needle back into the center of the last stitch you made, going straight down through the middle (where the yarn exited).
• This Pattern Uses Standard US Terminology. I use affiliate links and follow GPSR Compliance: privacy & disclosure policy here.

FAQs for the Wheat Stitch™ Crochet Snail Pattern

Is the snail’s body worked in multiple pieces?

🐌 No! The snail’s head and body are worked as a single continuous piece, making this pattern beginner-friendly and low-stress.

Why use two strands of yarn?

🐌 Holding two strands together creates:

Extra squish
Better structure
A plush amigurumi finish

Is there a snail shell pattern included?

🐌 Yep! Check out the Wheat Stitch™ Heart post for more information!

Can I use different yarn types?

🐌 You sure can! Worsted-weight yarn is recommended, but you can experiment with other weights and fibers. Just make sure that your snail’s body is sturdy and big enough to hold the shell!

Is there a video tutorial included?

🐌 Heck yeah! The heart and the snail body are in the same video!

Video Tutorial for the Wheat Stitch™ Crochet Snail Pattern – Part 1

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Written Wheat Stitch™ Crochet Heart Pattern Instructions

Snail Antenna – Make 2

Use 2 strands of yarn and an H (5.0mm) Hook

Row 1:

Ch 7, 3 sc in the second ch from the hook, sl st in the back humps of the remaining 5 chs.

Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Set aside.

Snail Head & Body

The Snail will be worked continuously without joining. Using a stitch marker to keep track of rounds is helpful. For tighter stitches, use the hook-over-yarn method when working the stitches.

Use 2 strands of yarn and an H (5.0mm) Hook

Rnd 1:

Inside a Magic Ring, sc 7, do not join and work continuously. | 7 sts

Rnd 2:

2 sc in each st around. | 14 sts

Rnd 3:

2 sc in the first st, sc in the next; *2 sc in the next, sc in the next; repeat from * around. | 21 sts

Video Tutorial for the Wheat Stitch™ Crochet Snail Pattern – Part 2

Rnds 14-38:

Sc in each st around.

Rnd 39:

Sc2tog in the first st, sc in the next 5; sc2tog in the next, sc in the next 5. | 12 sts

Rnd 40:

Sc2tog in the first st, sc in the next 2; *sc2tog in the next, sc in the next 2; repeat from * around. | 9 sts

Rnd 41:

Sc2tog in the first st, sc in the next 1; *sc2tog in the next, sc in the next 1; repeat from * around. | 6 sts

Fasten off, use tail end to loop through the front loop of each stitch around, pull to close opening.

Attaching the Heart & Body

Using a strand of the body color yarn and a yarn needle, begin at the back of the Snail’s Head. Position the Heart on the weighted side and stitch it in place, working neatly along the curved edge. Continue sewing the Body and Heart together along one side of the heart, securing firmly to the Snail Tail as you go.

Finishing

Fasten off and weave in all ends, because even snails like to look polished before spreading the love!

The Wheat Stitch™ Crochet Snail Pattern is the perfect mix of cozy, cute, and relaxing.

Whether you’re stitching a Valentine’s Day snail with a heart shell or making a tiny emotional-support friend, this pattern is a joyful reminder that slow stitches make the sweetest projects. So take your time, enjoy the squish, and crochet at a perfectly snail-approved pace.

Add even more texture to your holiday (or everyday) decorating with these designs:

Wheat Stitch™ Trees
Wheat Stitch™ Wreaths
Wheat Stitch™ Braided Wheat Blanket
Snowy Wheat Stitch™ Ornament
Wheat Stitch™ Tree Skirt

Cheers, and happy crocheting!