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Easy Crochet Snake Pattern for Beginners

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Looking for a fun, no-fuss crochet project to keep your hands busy while binge-watching your favorite show? This super simple crochet snake is perfect! It’s cute, customizable, and great for beginners. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to use up leftover yarn.

Why You’ll Love This Project

  • Beginner-Friendly: Uses basic crochet stitches and requires little sewing.
  • Mindless Fun: Perfect for crocheting without much focus.
  • Customizable: Make it as long or short as you want, and play with colors!
  • Cute & Cozy: The result is a soft, squishy snake that’s adorable with or without a tongue.

What You’ll Need

  • Main Yarn: Super bulky yarn in any color (I used about 38g of Premier Yarns Parfait Chunky Pom Pom in Electric Blue).
  • Optional Tongue Yarn: DK weight yarn in pink or another color (I used Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK in Blush Pink).
  • Crochet Hooks:
    • 4.5mm hook for the snake.
    • 2.5mm hook for the tongue (if adding).
  • Safety Eyes: 8mm (or embroider eyes for a softer look).
  • Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill (just for the head).
  • Tools: Stitch marker, yarn needle, scissors.

Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • ch: Chain
  • sc: Single crochet
  • inc: Increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
  • invdec: Invisible decrease (combine 2 stitches into 1; see notes for a tutorial link)
  • sl st: Slip stitch
  • st/s: Stitch/es
  • […]: Repeat the instructions inside the brackets
  • (…): Number of stitches at the end of the round

Useful Tips

  • How to Work in a Spiral: This pattern is crocheted in a continuous spiral (no joining rounds). Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round.
  • Adjust the Length: Want a longer or shorter snake? Just add or subtract rounds in the body section.
  • Tight Stitches: Make sure your stitches are tight so the stuffing doesn’t peek through. If needed, use a smaller hook.
  • Helpful Tutorials:
    • How to Do an Invisible Decrease
    • How to Close Amigurumi

Finished Size

The snake is about 19.5 inches (49.5cm) long without the tongue. Your snake’s size may vary depending on your yarn, hook, and tension.

Gauge

No need to worry about gauge! Just match your hook size to your yarn and keep stitches tight.

Pattern Instructions

Snake (Using 4.5mm Hook and Super Bulky Yarn)

  1. Start the Head:
    • Chain 2.
    • In the second chain from the hook, make 6 sc. (6 stitches total)
  2. Round 2: Make 2 sc in each stitch around. (12 stitches)
  3. Round 3: Sc in each stitch around. (12 stitches)
  4. Round 4: [3 sc, inc] repeat 3 times. (15 stitches)
  5. Round 5: 2 sc, inc, [4 sc, inc] repeat 2 times, 2 sc. (18 stitches)
  6. Rounds 6-7: Sc in each stitch around for 2 rounds. (18 stitches)
  7. Round 8: [Sc, invdec] repeat 6 times. (12 stitches)
  8. Add Eyes:
    • Insert 8mm safety eyes between Rounds 5 and 6, about 6 stitches apart.
  9. Round 9: Sc, invdec, [2 sc, invdec] repeat 2 times, sc. (9 stitches)
  10. Stuff the Head:
    • Add a small amount of stuffing to the head. Don’t stuff the body for a flexible, floppy snake (or stuff lightly if you prefer).
  11. Rounds 10-67: Sc in each stitch around for 58 rounds. (9 stitches per round)
    • Tip: For a longer snake, add more rounds. For a shorter snake, do fewer rounds.
  12. Round 68: Invdec, 7 sc. (8 stitches)
  13. Round 69: Sc, invdec, 2 sc, invdec, sc. (6 stitches)
  14. Round 70: [Sc, invdec] repeat 2 times. (4 stitches)
  15. Close the Tail:
    • Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail.
    • Pull the yarn through the last stitch.
    • Use a yarn needle to weave the tail through the front loops of the 4 remaining stitches, then pull tight to close.
    • Hide the yarn end inside the snake.

Optional Tongue (Using 2.5mm Hook and DK Yarn)

  1. Start:
    • Leave a long starting tail for sewing.
    • Chain 6.
  2. Shape the Tongue:
    • Slip stitch in the second chain from the hook and the next chain.
    • Chain 3, then slip stitch in the second chain from the hook and the next chain.
    • Slip stitch in the remaining 3 chains of the starting chain.
  3. Finish:
    • Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
    • Sew the tongue to Round 1 of the snake’s head using both yarn tails.

Make It Your Own!

  • Colors: Use variegated yarn, add stripes, or mix and match colors.
  • No Tongue? No Problem: The snake looks just as cute without it.
  • Stuffing: Keep the body unstuffed for a super flexible snake, or stuff lightly for a bit more shape.

More Fun Amigurumi Patterns

Loved this snake? Try these no-sew patterns next:

  • No-Sew Crochet Sloth Pattern
  • No-Sew Crochet Axolotl Pattern
  • No-Sew Crochet Mouse Pattern

Happy crocheting, and enjoy your new squishy snake friend!

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