Octopus by Hooked by Robin

Octopus

Crochet
April 2017
Bulky (7 wpi) ?
4.0 mm (G)
100 - 170 yards (91 - 155 m)
both US and UK
English
This pattern is available for free.

5 Page full colour PDF pattern written in English using either USA or UK Stitch Terms.

The best part about this happy little chap is that there is NO SEWING of limbs! The only thing you need your needle for is to weave in your yarn ends (hooray!)

MATERIALS NEEDED:

• 1 x 100gm ball Cygnet Chunky yarn
• A scrap of black & a scrap of pink dk yarn
• 4mm hook
• 12mm safety eyes
• Stuffing
• Stitch Marker (optional but advised)
• Needle
• Scissors

SIZE:

Completed octopus stands approximately 5 - 5.5” inches tall when using recommended yarn and hook size

DIFFICULTY:

With lots of photographs to help you along the way, this pattern is suitable for beginners, an ideal starter project whilst still learning a few new tricks.

Stitches used:

• Magic ring / circle
• Single / double crochet
• Increase
• Invisible decrease

Links to tutorials on special stitches and techniques are provided in the pattern.

This crochet octopus pattern comes with permission to sell your items.

Got a question? I’m happy to help! Just drop me a message.

I would love to see any finished items you make - you can find me on Facebook Hooked by Robin or with the hashtag #hookedbyrobin on Instagram! (I am @puddnhead)