This PDF is a 22-page pdf that I consider an intermediate/advanced crochet pattern. It is not for beginners, but I do have over 70 pictures to help and two charts. This pattern took me over a year to write and then additional years to have finished.

Marcellus is over 4’ tall and 30” around at his head. He is huge. This is a time involved creation.

I also have another smaller octopus pattern in my store that has detailed photos that is more beginner friendly.

I give full written instructions on how to make this octopus. As mentioned above I have over 70 photos included in this pattern to help you create this gigantic beast. I have also included two charts at the end for notation as you go to help you check off as you go.

This pattern uses a size G/4mm hook and a LOT of yarn. I have used Craft Smart Value Tweed a 4-ply yarn in Mustard and Navy. Value Tweed is 252 yds/5oz/231m/141g per skein and I used almost all of 8 skeins. I used 5 in Navy and 3 in Mustard with the top of my example being Navy and the bottom being Mustard. You can choose any color or any two colors. I do believe that the colors that I used in my example are now discontinued. I highly encourage you to grab an extra skein or two of the yarn you choose if it’s close to the same yardage as the skeins that I have chosen since I did only have the smallest of two balls left. You tension and gauge may be different than mine and you may need more yardage.

I also used 30mm glass eyes, but safety eyes will also work.

US Crochet Terms ONLY - even if you read this or have this translated in another language my PATTERN IS ONLY AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH.

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This and all my patterns use US CROCHET TERMS.

You may make and sell products from my patterns, but please do me the kindness of linking back to my pattern and mentioning The Burgundy Basket with links where applicable to all the photos you put online.

I use the standard crochet stitches in my patterns.

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I would love to see your octopus toys made from this pattern so please tag me on IG @theburgundybasket