Octopus free amigurumi crochet pattern

With eight wiggly legs and a whole lot of cuteness, this amigurumi octopus is here to swim into your crochet collection! Whether you’re making it for a baby toy, a keychain, or just for fun, this project is beginner-friendly and super rewarding. The best part? You can experiment with colors and create an entire family of tiny octopuses! Ready to make a splash? Let’s get started!

How to crochet Octopus Amigurumi – Free Pattern by AmiguWorld

Pattern by: @amiguworld

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Abbreviations:

R = round

mr = magic ring

sc = single crochet

inc = increase (2 sc in the next stitch)

dec = decrease (join the next 2 stitches into 1)

sl st = slip stitch

st = stitch

ch = chain

FO = Fasten off/finish off

FLO = Front loops only

BLO = Back loops only

[ ] = number of stitches you should have at the end of the round/row

( ) x 6 = repeat whatever is between the brackets the number of times stated

To crochet an amigurumi Octopus you need:

– Yarn (2.5mm): light blue, orange

– 3.0 mm crochet hook

– Size eyes: 8mm

– Fiberfill for stuffing

– Sewing needle and scissors

Amigurumi Octopus

Free Crochet Patterns

Head

Start with orange yarn

R 1: 6 sc in mr	[6]
R 2: inc x 6	[12]
R 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6	[18]
R 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6	[24]
R 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6	[30]
R 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6	[36]
R 7: (5 sc, inc) x 6	[42]
Insert the eyes between rounds 8 9, and 7 sts apart
R 8-14: 42 sc (7 rounds)	[42]
R 15: (5 sc, dec) x 6	[36]
R 16: (4 sc, dec) x 6	[30]
R 17: (3 sc, dec) x 6	[24]
R 18: (2 sc, dec) x 6	[18]
Stuff with fiberfill
R 19: (1 sc, dec) x 6	[12]
R 20: dec x 6	[6]

Stuff with fiberfill. Cut the yarn, and hide the tail.

How to crochet Octopus Amigurumi – Free Pattern by AmiguWorld

Siphon octopus

Start with orange yarn

R 1: 6sc in mr	[6]
R 2: inc x 6	[12]

Stuff with fiberfill. Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.

How to crochet Octopus Amigurumi – Free Pattern by AmiguWorld

Tentacles (make 8)

Start with light blue yarn

R 1: 6 sc in mr	[6]
R 2-4: 6 sc (4 rounds)	[6]

Stuff with fiberfill. Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.

How to crochet Octopus Amigurumi – Free Pattern by AmiguWorld

Hooray! Your octopus is now ready to explore new adventures with you! Will it be a travel buddy, a cuddly companion, or a gift for a friend? The choice is yours! Tag us at @AmiguWorld to show off your octopus family, and keep an eye out for more adorable amigurumi patterns coming your way!

How to crochet Octopus Amigurumi – Free Pattern by AmiguWorld

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