Free Crochet Plush Snake Pattern Easy Amigurumi Tutorial
Make a cute and cuddly toy with this Free Crochet Plush Snake Pattern and enjoy an easy project that adds charm to your crochet collection or makes a sweet gift.
A cute snake made from soft yarn can be a fun little project to add to a crochet collection. This crochet snake is a soft plush toy with a long body, a small head, and a simple shape that is easy to work with. The Free crochet Plush Snake Pattern is a nice choice for anyone who enjoys amigurumi, crochet animals, and easy crochet projects. Different yarn colors can be used to make each snake look a bit different.
Free Crochet Plush Snake Pattern Cute and Easy Crochet Toy
The finished snake has a long, wiggly shape that makes it fun to bend and pose. Its soft and squishy texture feels nice to hold, while the small eyes and tongue give it a cute face. Bright colors work well for a playful toy, while green, brown, or darker shades can give it a more natural look. It can be placed on a bed, shelf, sofa, or desk, so it can be used as both a toy and a simple room decoration.
This pattern is suitable for beginners with basic crochet skills. The main stitch is the single crochet, which gives the plush a neat and firm shape. Simple increases and decreases are used to form the head and body without making the pattern too hard to follow.
The finished snake can make a sweet handmade gift for children, friends, or anyone who loves crochet. It can also be kept as part of a handmade plush collection or used as a fun decoration in a bedroom or craft space.
No-Sew Snake Crochet Pattern
This beginner-friendly amigurumi snake features smooth shaping, natural curves, and simple color options for a quick and satisfying finish. The pattern produces a soft, flexible snake with embroidered or safety eyes and a tapered tail, ideal for toys, gifts, or decorative purposes.
Skill Level
Beginner: This pattern is designed for crafters comfortable with basic stitches—single crochet, increase, and decrease. No sewing is required, making it accessible to new crocheters and a relaxing project for more experienced makers.
Materials
- Yarn: Any color, preferably acrylic or cotton for a smooth finish
- Crochet Hook: 3mm
- Scissors
- Toy Stuffing
- Safety Eyes: 8–10mm, or use embroidery thread for handmade eyes
Special Stitches
- Magic Ring (MR): A tight adjustable ring used to start projects in the round.
- Increase (INC): Work two single crochet in the same stitch.
- Decrease (DEC): Work two stitches together to reduce stitch count, preferably using the invisible decrease for a neat finish.
Stitch Abbreviations
- MR – Magic Ring
- SC – Single Crochet
- INC – Increase
- DEC – Decrease
- SL ST – Slip Stitch
- CH – Chain
Useful Tips
- Use a stitch marker to track your round starting point, especially for long projects like this snake.
- Stuff the snake as you go; pause after every few rounds to lightly fill the tube and maintain softness.
- For a more natural curve, gently shape the snake as you stuff.
- If using safety eyes, install them before finishing the head. If embroidering eyes, add them after the body is completed.
Pattern
Magic Ring & Foundation
- Begin with a Magic Ring.
- CH 6 within the ring.
Round 1
- Work 1 SC in each of the first 4 chains.
- In the fifth chain: 3 SC.
- Continue down the other side, working 1 SC in each of the next 3 chains.
- In the last chain: 2 SC.
- You will have 12 stitches at the end of this round.
Round 2
- (1 INC, 1 SC) three times, then 6 SC (total: 15 stitches).
Round 3
- SC in each stitch around (15).
Round 4
- (2 SC, 1 INC) three times, then 6 SC (total: 18 stitches).
Round 5
- SC in each stitch around (18).
Round 6
- (1 INC, 3 SC) three times, then 6 SC (total: 21 stitches).
Round 7
- (4 SC, 1 INC) three times, then 6 SC (total: 24 stitches).
Rounds 8–11
- SC in each stitch around (24 stitches per round).
Eye Placement
- Place safety eyes between rounds 5 and 6, approximately 6 stitches apart, or embroider eyes after the snake is finished.
Round 12
- 3 SC, (1 SC, 1 DEC) six times, 3 SC (total: 18 stitches).
Round 13
- (4 SC, 1 DEC) three times (total: 15 stitches).
Rounds 14–73
- SC in each stitch (15 stitches per round).
- Stuff the snake body as you progress.
Round 74
- 1 DEC, 13 SC (total: 14 stitches).
Rounds 75–76
- SC in each stitch (14 stitches).
Round 77
- 1 DEC, 12 SC (total: 13 stitches).
Rounds 78–79
- SC in each stitch (13 stitches).
Round 80
- 1 DEC, 11 SC (total: 12 stitches).
Rounds 81–82
- SC in each stitch (12 stitches).
Round 83
- 1 DEC, 10 SC (total: 11 stitches).
Rounds 84–85
- SC in each stitch (11 stitches).
Round 86
- 1 DEC, 9 SC (total: 10 stitches).
Rounds 87–88
- SC in each stitch (10 stitches).
Round 89
- 1 DEC, 8 SC (total: 9 stitches).
Rounds 90–91
- SC in each stitch (9 stitches).
Round 92
- 1 DEC, 7 SC (total: 8 stitches).
Rounds 93–94
- SC in each stitch (8 stitches).
Round 95
- 1 DEC, 6 SC (total: 7 stitches).
Round 96
- SC in each stitch (7 stitches).
Round 97
- 1 DEC, 5 SC (total: 6 stitches).
Round 98
- SC in each stitch (6 stitches).
Round 99
- 1 DEC, 4 SC (total: 5 stitches).
Round 100
- SC in each stitch (5 stitches).
Round 101 / Finishing
- A couple of decreases to finish shaping the tail, then finish with a SL ST.
- Fasten off and weave in the end.
Assembly and Sizing
This snake is completely no-sew and worked amigurumi style in continuous rounds. Stuff lightly as you go and finish by flattening and shaping the snake, especially at the neck and tip of the tail. Safety eyes are placed between rounds 5 and 6 (approximately 6 stitches apart); if embroidering, add eyes after completing the crochet. The finished snake measures approximately 30–40 cm long (depending on yarn and tension). The diameter tapers from a rounded head to a thin tail, ideal for a serpentine effect.
Conclusion
This no-sew snake amigurumi combines continuous round construction with gradual shaping, resulting in a flexible, realistic toy. Basic techniques and simple increases and decreases create a pleasing transition from the head to the tail. The pattern’s length and minimal shaping make it ideal for both new and advancing crochet hobbyists, offering a gentle introduction to amigurumi with instant appeal. Personalizing with color choices or embroidered facial details further enhances its playful character, and the easy steps ensure a smooth, satisfying crochet experience. This snake is suitable for gifts, playtime, or decorative accents and offers an engaging project for any skill level.







