Gary Amigurumi SpongeBob – Free Pattern

Creating a Gary Amigurumi, the beloved pet snail from the animated series “SpongeBob SquarePants,” is a delightful project for crochet enthusiasts. This amigurumi captures Gary’s unique character using the art of crochet to bring to life this charming and recognizable snail.

The Gary Amigurumi should feature his iconic pink and blue shell with a spiral design, a key characteristic of the character. Gary’s soft, rounded body, typically in a light pink shade, contributes to his friendly and approachable appearance. The large, protruding eyes on flexible stalks are essential for capturing Gary’s curious and endearing expression.

Details like his small mouth and feelers add realism and charm to the amigurumi. The choice of yarn colors and textures can vary, allowing the crafter to add their personal touch to the project. Creating a Gary Amigurumi is not just a way to pay tribute to this beloved character but also an opportunity to explore creativity and skill in crochet, resulting in a unique and appealing toy.

Pattern Here

Materials:

Medium weight yarn in shades of vibrant pink and sky blue, and a small amount of black for facial features.
Crochet hook suitable for medium weight yarn (often a 3.5mm – E hook).
Fiberfill for stuffing.
A pair of round safety eyes, approximately 12mm in diameter.
Tapestry needle for sewing pieces together.
Stitch markers to mark rounds.

Abbreviations:

mr: magic ring
sc: single crochet
hdc: half double crochet
dc: double crochet
tr: treble crochet
inc: increase (2 sc in the next stitch)
dec: invisible decrease (sc next 2 sts together)
sl st: slip stitch
BLO: back loop only
FLO: front loop only
[ ]: repeat instructions within brackets as directed
( ): total number of stitches

Shell (Spiral and Body):

Start with pink yarn. Create a mr.
Round 1: 6 sc in mr (6).
Round 2: [inc] x 6 (12).
Round 3: [sc, inc] x 6 (18).
Continue increasing rounds by 6 sts (sc 2, inc; sc 3, inc…) until the base diameter is roughly 1/3 the desired total shell diameter.
Without increasing further, continue sc in spirals to build the shell’s height. Change to blue yarn to create a raised spiral pattern by working hdc, dc, and tr at regular intervals to mimic the image. Ensure to finish each color change with an invisible finish.
After achieving the desired height, sl st and leave a long tail for sewing.

Snail Body:

Use sky blue yarn. Begin with a mr.
Round 1: 6 sc in mr (6).
Round 2: [inc] x 6 (12).
Round 3: [sc, inc] x 6 (18).
Keep increasing until the body is the right width to fit the shell, then start straight rounds without increases to form the length.
For the underbody, switch to BLO for one round with hdc to create a ridge, then continue in both loops again.
Decrement to close the body, stuffing firmly before completely closed.
Attach to the shell using the long tail.

Eyes (make 2):

With white yarn, create a mr.
Round 1: 6 sc into mr (6).
Round 2: [inc] x 6 (12).
Rounds 3-4: sc around (12 for 2 rounds).
Fasten off, leaving a tail for attaching. Insert safety eyes.

Stalks (make 2):

With blue yarn, ch 15, then starting from the second ch from hook, perform 14 sc back down the chain.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for attaching.

Decorative Elements:

Crochet small blue circles for the spots on the shell.
Use hdc and dc in the pink yarn to create a ruffled edge for the base of the shell.

Assembly:

Sew the shell onto the body, ensuring the fit is snug and even.
Attach the eyes to the top of the stalks and then sew the stalks to the body.
Sew the blue spots randomly across the shell.
Embroider a small smile with black yarn under the stalks.

Finishing Touches:

Weave in all ends.
Position the eyes to give your snail a lively expression.

This detailed recipe should help you create an amigurumi snail that closely resembles the one in the image. Take your time with each step, particularly when creating the shell’s spiral pattern and the ruffled edge, to ensure a polished and professional finish.