Crochet Octopus – Amigurumi Free Pattern

This Crochet Octopus amigurumi pattern creates a two-color project with a rounded body and curled, textured edges. The instructions use US crochet terms and include materials, stitch explanations, round-by-round directions, and assembly steps. A stitch marker and careful counting will help you keep the increases and decreases in the right places.

This octopus can be made alongside other animal amigurumi projects, such as a pig, whale, dinosaur, chick, bear, frog, rabbit, panda, or bird. If you are new to crochet, choose a yarn that makes your stitches easy to see and check your tension as you work.

Before starting, gather all the supplies and separate the yarn colors. The pattern uses blue yarn for one side and pink yarn for the other; black yarn is used to sew the mouth. A 6 mm hook and 8 mm eyes are specified.

Materials for the Crochet Octopus

• Yarn in three colors: black, pink, and sky blue
• 6 mm crochet hook
• Darning needle
• Scissors
• Stitch marker
• Multipurpose glue or hot-melt adhesive
• Two pairs of 8 mm eyes

Keep the tools and materials together before you begin. Use the stitch marker to identify the first stitch of each round, especially while working the increases and decreases.

Difficulty and Helpful Tips

This pattern is rated intermediate. The repeated stitch sequences are manageable when worked slowly, but accurate stitch placement is important for keeping the body shape even.

• In Round 2, work two single crochets into each stitch. Count the completed stitches to check that the round ends with 16.
• In Rounds 3 and 4, place each increase in the stated sequence. A stitch marker can help you keep track of where each repeat begins.
• In Round 9, take care when working the single-crochet decreases so the stitch count reduces to 24.
• In Round 11, the repeated double crochets, skipped stitch, and slip stitch form the textured edge. Count each repeat as you go.
• When joining the two sides, keep the edges aligned and use matching yarn for a neat seam.

Stitches and Abbreviations

• sc: single crochet
• magic ring: an adjustable loop used to begin crocheting in the round
• sc2tog: single crochet two stitches together; a decrease
• dc: double crochet
• sk: skip
• ss: slip stitch
• ch: chain
• st: stitch

Special Stitches

1. Magic ring: Make an adjustable loop and work the starting stitches into its center. Pull the yarn tail to close the center securely.
2. Increase (2 sc in next stitch): Work two single crochet stitches into the same stitch. This adds one stitch to the round.
3. sc2tog: Insert the hook into the next stitch, yarn over, and pull up a loop. Insert the hook into the following stitch, yarn over, and pull up another loop. Yarn over and draw through all three loops on the hook.
4. Skip: Pass over the stated stitch without working into it. In Round 11, skipping stitches helps form the patterned edge.

Pattern Notes

• The pattern is written in US crochet terms.
• Mark the first stitch of every round to help track your place.
• Check the stitch count at the end of each round before moving on.
• Instructions in italics, where provided, indicate additional notes.

Step-by-Step Crochet Octopus Pattern

Body

• R1: With blue yarn, make 8 sc in a magic ring. Join with 1 ss and make 1 ch. [8]
• R2: Work (2 sc in next stitch) 8 times. Join with 1 ss and make 1 ch. [16]
• R3: Work (1 sc, 2 sc in next stitch) 8 times. Join with 1 ss and make 1 ch. [24]
• R4: Work (1 sc, 2 sc in next stitch, 1 sc) 8 times. Join with 1 ss and make 1 ch. [32]
• R5–R8: Work 32 sc in each round. Join with 1 ss and make 1 ch after each round. [32 stitches in each round]
• R9: Work (1 sc, sc2tog, 1 sc) 8 times. Join with 1 ss and make 1 ch. [24]
• R10: Work 24 sc around. Join with 1 ss. [24]
• R11: Work (5 dc in one stitch, skip 1 stitch, 1 ss) 8 times. Fasten off, leaving a yarn tail. [40]

Change to pink yarn and repeat Rounds 1–11 to make the second side. Keep the stitch counts consistent so the two pieces can be joined evenly.

• Make the second side in pink by repeating Rounds 1–11.

Assembling the Crochet Octopus

1. Sew on the mouth: Use black yarn to embroider a mouth on the body. Position it before joining the pieces so it is easier to access the front surface.

2. Join the sides: Place the two pieces together and sew around their edges with matching yarn. Keep the edges aligned as you stitch.

3. Attach the eyes: Position the eyes where desired and secure them using the method suitable for the eye type and materials. If using adhesive, follow its product instructions and allow it to set as directed.

Finishing the Crochet Octopus

Check that the seam is secure and that the facial features are positioned as intended. This two-color amigurumi can be used as a handmade decoration or a small gift. For projects intended for young children, take particular care with eye attachment and follow age-appropriate toy safety guidance.

With the rounds complete and the pieces assembled, your Crochet Octopus is ready to display or give as a handmade present. Keep the pattern and your stitch notes together if you plan to make another one; recording any changes in yarn or tension can make the next project easier.