♥ “I took my time” never looked so cute.

Meet the slowest, sweetest crochet companion you’ll ever make. This little snail has a heart-shaped Wheat Stitch™ shell, a squishy body and a whole lot of personality.

Perfect for Valentine’s Day, desk buddies, emotional support pals and handmade love notes. Printable gift tags are included.

▶️ Watch it come together on YouTube

✨ What makes it work

• Heart-shaped shell. Worked in the round and shaped as you go. This is where the “aww” happens.
• Extra squish. The body is worked head to tail with two strands held together.
• No tricky joins. Add antennae and safety eyes, then sew the shell on.
• Printable gift tags included.
• You’re not on your own. Video tutorial and written pattern included.

✂️ What you’ll need

• Yarn: Herrschners Worsted 8 (#4, 489 yds/226 g). Body: 125 yds in Sleet and Sandstone. Shell: 70 yds in True Red, Lotus and Posy
• Love a swap? Brava Worsted, WeCrochet · Herrschners Worsted 8 Specks · Herrschners Worsted 3 · Brava Worsted Speckle, WeCrochet · Maximum Value, Mary Maxim
• Hooks: G (4.0mm) and H (5.0mm), or size to meet gauge
• Tools: Safety Eyes · Removable Stitch Markers · Yarn Needle · Scissors · String for Tags

⭐ Good to know

• Size: one size, see the schematic. Changing yarn weight changes the size
• Skill level: Advanced Beginner
• Special stitch: Wheat Stitch™
• Gauge: not critical for this one
• Terms: US crochet

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Cheers,
Briana

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