Did you know an octopus has three hearts? Opal the octopus will definitely capture yours next! The most tedious part of making the octopus is making every leg. However, it’s also satisfying seeing each leg get finished. Connecting all of them to make the final plushie brings it to life before your eyes.

Skill Level
Beginner

Size
Approx 14 inches (36 cm) long, 7 inches (18 cm) wide and 10 inches (25.5 cm) tall

Yarn
Super chunky chenille yarn, Premier Yarns Parfait Chunky, 100% polyester, 131 yds (120 m) and 3.5 oz (100 g) per skein
Iris (MC), 2 skeins, 262 yds (240 m) total
White (C1), ½ skein, approx 66 yds (60 m) total

Hooks
US size H-8 (5mm)

Notions
Polyester fiberfill
Removable marker used to mark the first stitch of the round
Tapestry needle
Pair of 6mm safety eyes (optional)

Gauge
10 sc x 5 rounds = 4 inches (10 cm)