Create a Royal Amigurumi Snake with Crown

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Amigurumi Snake

Crochet Amigurumi Snake an adorable royal snake amigurumi with this detailed pattern. This charming snake features a regal crown, colorful belly scales, and a curved body that gives it personality and style. Standing approximately 11cm (4¼ inches) tall, this royal snake works up relatively quickly and makes a wonderful gift or addition to your amigurumi collection.

Materials for Your Royal Amigurumi Snake

To create this crowned snake amigurumi, you will need:

  • Main yarn (Yarn A): Scheepjes Catona or similar 4-ply cotton in Light Orchid (226) – 1 ball (25g/63m)
  • Secondary yarn (Yarn B): Scheepjes Catona or similar 4-ply cotton in Linen (505) – 1 ball (10g/25m)
  • Small amounts of 4-ply cotton in various colors for the belly scales:
    • Saffron (249)
    • Rust (388)
    • Chrystalline (385)
    • Lilac Mist (399)
    • Lemon (280)
    • Kiwi (205)
    • Vintage Peach (414)
    • Marshmallow (518)
  • Thin cotton yarn (2-ply or lace weight) in Black Coffee (162) for facial details
  • 2.25mm crochet hook (US B/1)
  • Pair of 8mm safety eyes
  • Toy stuffing
  • Makeup blush for cheeks (optional)
  • 5 small beads for crown decoration (optional)
  • Yarn needle
  • Stitch markers

Understanding Amigurumi Snake

This snake amigurumi is created using continuous spiral rounds (the amigurumi method), where you work without joining rounds with slip stitches. Using stitch markers to track the beginning of each round is highly recommended.

The snake is worked in three main sections:

  1. The head (worked from top down)
  2. The body (worked from a space left in the head)
  3. The tail (worked from a space left in the body)

This construction method creates a curved, natural-looking snake that can be positioned in different poses.

Creating Amigurumi Snake Head

Begin with the head using Yarn A (Light Orchid):

  1. Create a magic ring.
  2. Round 1: Chain 1 (this does not count as a stitch throughout the pattern), work 8 double crochets into the ring. You will have 8 stitches.
  3. Round 2: Work 2 double crochets in each stitch around. You will have 16 stitches.
  4. Round 3: Work [1 double crochet, 2 double crochets in the next stitch] 8 times. You will have 24 stitches.
  5. Round 4: Work [2 double crochets, 2 double crochets in the next stitch] 8 times. You will have 32 stitches.
  6. Round 5: Work 1 double crochet, 2 double crochets in the next stitch, [3 double crochets, 2 double crochets in the next stitch] 7 times, 2 double crochets. You will have 40 stitches.
  7. Round 6: Work [4 double crochets, 2 double crochets in the next stitch] 8 times. You will have 48 stitches.
  8. Rounds 7-10: Work 1 double crochet in each stitch around, maintaining 48 stitches.
  9. Round 11: Work [7 double crochets, 2 double crochets in the next stitch] 6 times. You will have 54 stitches.
  10. Rounds 12-15: Work 1 double crochet in each stitch around, maintaining 54 stitches.
  11. Round 16: Work [8 double crochets, 2 double crochets in the next stitch] 6 times. You will have 60 stitches.
  12. Rounds 17-18: Work 1 double crochet in each stitch around, maintaining 60 stitches.
  13. Round 19: Work [2 double crochets, decrease over next 2 stitches] 9 times, change to Yarn B (leave Yarn A inside the work to crochet the body later), chain 8, skip 24 stitches, double crochet in first stitch of the round. You will have 27 stitches and 1 chain-8 space.
  14. Round 20: Work [1 double crochet, decrease over next 2 stitches] 9 times, work 1 double crochet in each chain across. You will have 26 stitches.

At this point, insert the safety eyes between Rounds 15 and 16, approximately 12 stitches apart. Start stuffing the head firmly.

  1. Round 21: Decrease over next 2 stitches 13 times. You will have 13 stitches.
  2. Round 22: Decrease over next 2 stitches 6 times, double crochet in final stitch. You will have 7 stitches.
  3. Fasten off and use the tail to close the opening.

Forming Amigurumi Snake Body

  1. Insert your hook into the first skipped stitch from Round 18 of the head and pick up Yarn A.
  2. Round 1: Chain 1, work 1 double crochet in first 24 stitches, change to Yarn B, working in the opposite side of the chain-8: work [1 double crochet, 2 double crochets in the next stitch] 4 times. You will have 36 stitches.
  3. Change to Yarn A.
  4. Rounds 2-12: Work 1 double crochet in first 24 stitches, change to Yarn B, work 1 double crochet in next 12 stitches.
  5. Round 13: Change to Yarn A, work [8 double crochets, 2 double crochets in the next stitch] twice, work 1 double crochet in next 6 stitches, change to Yarn B, work 1 double crochet in next 12 stitches. You will have 38 stitches.

Begin stuffing the body at this point and continue adding stuffing as you work.

  1. Rounds 14-15: Change to Yarn A, work 1 double crochet in next 26 stitches, change to Yarn B, work 1 double crochet in next 12 stitches.
  2. Fasten off Yarn A only.
  3. Round 16: Work [1 double crochet, decrease over next 2 stitches] twice, chain 6, skip 14 stitches (creating the tail space), work [1 double crochet, decrease over next 2 stitches] 6 times. You will have 16 stitches and 1 chain-6 space.
  4. Round 17: Work 1 double crochet in first 4 stitches, work 1 double crochet in each chain across, work 1 double crochet in final 12 stitches. You will have 22 stitches.
  5. Round 18: Decrease over next 2 stitches 11 times. You will have 11 stitches.
  6. Round 19: Decrease over next 2 stitches 3 times, slip stitch in final stitch.
  7. Fasten off and use the tail to close the opening.

Using the assorted colored yarns (Chrystalline, Lilac Mist, Lemon, Kiwi, Vintage Peach, and Marshmallow), sew small straight stitches over the stomach area to create the colorful belly scales.

Creating Amigurumi Snake Tail

  1. Join Yarn A in the seventh skipped stitch from Round 15 of the body.
  2. Round 1: Chain 1, work 1 double crochet in next 8 stitches, work 6 double crochets in the opposite side of the chain-6, work 1 double crochet in next 6 skipped stitches from Round 15. You will have 20 stitches.
  3. Rounds 2-26: Work 1 double crochet in each stitch around, maintaining 20 stitches.

Start stuffing the tail at this point and continue adding stuffing as you work.

  1. Round 27: Work [3 double crochets, decrease over next 2 stitches] 4 times. You will have 16 stitches.
  2. Rounds 28-30: Work 1 double crochet in each stitch around, maintaining 16 stitches.
  3. Round 31: Work [2 double crochets, decrease over next 2 stitches] 4 times. You will have 12 stitches.
  4. Rounds 32-33: Work 1 double crochet in each stitch around, maintaining 12 stitches.
  5. Round 34: Work [1 double crochet, decrease over next 2 stitches] 4 times. You will have 8 stitches.
  6. Round 35: Work 1 double crochet in each stitch around, maintaining 8 stitches.
  7. Round 36: Decrease over next 2 stitches 4 times. You will have 4 stitches.
  8. Fasten off, leaving a long tail.

Use the tail to close the final round, then stitch the tail to the body so it curves around to the front, creating the classic snake curve.

Amigurumi Snake Adding the Facial Features

Using the thin black cotton yarn (Black Coffee) and Yarn B (Linen), sew the mouth, nose, and fangs onto the head. You can follow the image as a guide for placement.

Creating Amigurumi Snake Tongue

  1. Using Rust color yarn, chain 6.
  2. Row 1: Slip stitch in second chain from hook, slip stitch in next chain, chain 3, slip stitch in second chain from hook and next chain, slip stitch in each remaining chain of the foundation chain-6. You will have 7 slip stitches.
  3. Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
  4. Sew the tongue to the mouth.

If desired, use makeup blush to add color to the snake’s cheeks for an extra cute touch.

Amigurumi Snake Crafting the Royal Crown

  1. Using Saffron colored yarn, chain 25 and join with a slip stitch to the first chain to form a loop.
  2. Round 1: Chain 1, work 1 double crochet in each chain around, slip stitch to beginning double crochet. You will have 25 stitches.
  3. Round 2: Chain 3 (counts as treble), work (1 treble, chain 3, 2 trebles) in same stitch as beginning chain-3, skip 4 stitches, work (2 trebles, chain 3, 2 trebles) in next stitch repeat from * to * 4 times, skip 4 stitches, slip stitch to top of beginning chain-3.
  4. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

If using beads, sew the small beads to the crown points. Then sew the crown onto the snake’s head, positioning it over Rounds 1-6.

Amigurumi Snake Finishing Your Royal Snake

Once all parts are completed and attached, take a moment to adjust the positioning:

  1. Make sure the head is firmly stuffed and the eyes are secure.
  2. Check that the body curves naturally.
  3. Position the tail so it curves elegantly toward the front.
  4. Ensure the crown sits properly on the snake’s head.
  5. Verify that all yarn ends are woven in and secure.

Tips for a Perfect Royal Snake

  • Use stitch markers to keep track of your rounds.
  • Stuff firmly but not overly tight for the best shape.
  • When changing colors, carry the unused yarn inside the work rather than cutting it each time.
  • For a cleaner finish, use invisible decrease techniques.
  • Take time to position and sew the parts together carefully for the most appealing pose.
  • If making this for a small child, consider embroidering the eyes instead of using safety eyes.

Customizing Your Royal Snake

This royal snake pattern offers many opportunities for personalization:

  • Try different color combinations for the main body and accents.
  • Vary the colors of the belly scales for different effects.
  • Add additional embellishments to the crown, such as different beads or yarn accents.
  • Create multiple snakes in different colors for a royal snake family.
  • Add a small crocheted accessory like a miniature wand or scepter.
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Conclusion

Your royal amigurumi snake with its regal crown is now complete! This charming character combines cute design elements with elegant details to create a unique crochet creation. The colorful belly scales and curved posture give this snake plenty of personality, while the crown adds a touch of whimsy and royalty.

Standing at approximately 11cm tall, this snake makes a wonderful gift, addition to an amigurumi collection, or delightful decoration. The relatively small size makes it perfect for on-the-go crafting, and the distinctive design is sure to attract attention and compliments.

With this detailed pattern, you’ve created a royal snake with character and charm that showcases your crochet skills. Enjoy your adorable crowned creation!