Olive the Octopus by Cuddly Stitches Craft

Olive the Octopus

Crochet
May 2022
Sport (12 wpi) ?
2.5 mm
US
English
This pattern is available for free.

Try this easy to follow crochet octopus pattern that includes detailed step by step instructions with many photos. This Amigurumi octopus pattern will help you make your own crochet toy with confidence so don’t hesitate and get started NOW. And remember that I am happy to provide support with any of my crochet animal patterns if needed. Happy crocheting!

DETAILS:

  • available only in English using US crochet terms
  • skill level: basic crochet skills and knowledge
  • finished size – height: 10cm / 4 inches
  • finished size – width: 16cm / 6.5 inches

THIS AMIGURUMI OCTOPUS PATTERN CONSISTS OF:

  • step by step pattern descriptions including lots of photos for guidance
  • Information on how to assemble your toy including photos
  • Information about materials and equipment needed
  • List of abbreviations used in the pattern

MATERIALS NEEDED:
- this pattern will work nicely with 100% cotton, 100% acrylic or a blend. I recommend using this weight: Fine Sport #2 = 4 ply OR Light Worsted #3 = DK

I USED:

  • Fine Sport #2 = 4 ply
  • 55% cotton and 45% acrylic blend
  • 1x ball of pink yarn - YarnArt Jeans - colour 42 - (50g/160m)
  • 1x ball of green yarn - YarnArt Jeans - colour 29 - (50g/160m)
  • 1x ball of blue yarn - YarnArt Jeans - colour 76 - (50g/160m)
  • 1x ball of yellow yarn - YarnArt Jeans - colour 35 - (50g/160m)
  • 1x ball of purple yarn - YarnArt Jeans - colour 50 - (50g/160m)

OTHER MATERIALS USED:

  • a long piece of black thread yarn for mouth embroidery
  • polyester fibre fill

EQUIPMENT NEEDED:

  • crochet hook: I used 2.5mm = B/1 , if using different weight of yarn then refer to hook size recommendations on the yarn but go one size smaller
  • scissors, yarn needle, pins with large heads, stitch marker or thin yarn to use instead
  • 8mm safety eyes

You may sell the crochet toys you made using this octopus crochet pattern as long as you credit me as the original designer