Free Crochet Snake Pattern – Easy Amigurumi Plush Toy
Meet the softest, squishiest amigurumi snake you’ll ever crochet 🐍 – long, cozy, and just plain fun to make, whether you’re new to crochet or have been at it for years.
Looking for a free crochet snake pattern that’s quick to make and actually fun from start to finish? You’re in the right place. This snake amigurumi pattern is easy to follow, step-by-step, and made with chunky plush yarn to give you that irresistible velvety texture.
I made this snake for my daughter, and now she won’t go to bed without it – it’s her favorite cuddle buddy!
At 120 cm (about 47 inches) long, this snake is more than just a toy – it’s a cuddle companion, a playful home accent, or even a whimsical handmade gift. Whether you’re making it for yourself or as a gift, this amigurumi plush project is one of those feel-good makes that comes together so nicely.
No complicated stitches or stressful steps – just straightforward rounds and a cute finish that’s sure to get compliments. Grab your hook, your favorite plush yarn, and get ready to create your very own squishy snake friend!
This free crochet pattern, designed by Zhuravleva Lyudmila (@liska_nbrand), is shared here with her kind permission. I thoughtfully choose and translate lovely amigurumi patterns so you can enjoy them in English.
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Materials for Free Crochet Snake Pattern
Pick your favorite plush yarn – just pair it with a matching hook size for best results.
For this snake, Himalaya Dolphin Baby Colors was used – 100% polyester super bulky baby amigurumi yarn. Each ball weighs 100 g (3.5 oz) and measures 120 m (132 yards).
Not using the same yarn? Try the Yarn Substitution Tool – it’s a handy way to find a good match.
Additional materials:
- A bit of smooth (not bulky) pink yarn for the tongue, for example, YarnArt Jeans
- Crochet hook size 3,5 mm for the snake, 2 mm for the tongue
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Bead eyes, 8-10 mm in size
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker
Gauge and Measurements
The completed snake is about 120 cm (approximately 47 inches) long. Gauge isn’t super important for this pattern – you can easily adjust the size by going up or down in yarn or hook size, or playing with both.
Abbreviations (US terms)
These are the crochet abbreviations used throughout the pattern for this amigurumi plush. All terms follow standard US abbreviations. Need a quick reference? You can always check the Crochet Abbreviations guide as you go.
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ch/chs | chain/chains |
| inc | increase (two single crochets in one stitch) |
| inv dec | invisible decrease (see tutorial) |
| sc | single crochet |
| […] x | repeat the instructions in brackets x times |
| (…) | total number of stitches in the round |
Let’s Start the Snake Amigurumi Pattern Free
The snake is crocheted starting from the head. Work in rounds, always moving the stitch marker to the first stitch of each round. Stuff as you go.
R1: Into the magic ring, 6 single crochets, then pull the yarn tail to close the ring (6)
R2: inc in each st around (12)
R3-5: sc in each st around (12)
R6: [sc, inc] x 6 (18)
R7-9: sc in each st around (18)
R10: [sc, inv dec] x 6 (12)
Continue crocheting the body for approximately 145 rows. You can increase or decrease the number of rows depending on the desired size of your snake.
R11-155: sc in each st around (145 rounds, 12)
Next, crochet the tail, decreasing one stitch every 5 rows until only 6 stitches remain.
R156: inv dec, 10 sc (11)
R157-161: sc in each st around (5 rounds, 11)
R162: inv dec, 9 sc (10)
R163-168: sc in each st around (5 rounds, 10)
R169: inv dec, 8 sc (9)
R170-174: sc in each st around (5 rounds, 9)
R175: inv dec, 7 sc (8)
R176-180: sc in each st around (5 rounds, 8)
R181: inv dec, 6 sc (7)
R182-186: sc in each st around (5 rounds, 7)
R187: inv dec, 5 sc (6)
R188-192: sc in each st around (5 rounds, 6)
Tighten the opening, cut the yarn, and weave in the end inside.
Tongue
With smooth pink yarn and a 2 mm crochet hook.
Take one end of the yarn and chain 3 stitches (photo 1). Then take the other end of the yarn and chain 3 stitches the same way (photo 2).
Next, place both unfinished 3-stitch chains (from each yarn end) onto one crochet hook (photo 3). Then, chain 4 stitches, working through both strands of yarn at the same time (photo 4). Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing (photo 5).
Sew the tongue onto the amigurumi ring where you started crocheting the snake. Attach the bead eyes, slightly pulling the fabric to shape the head as you sew.
Well Done! Your Snake is Now Complete!
You did it – your amigurumi plush snake is complete! I hope the process was as relaxing and satisfying for you as it was for me when I first made it.
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