The Best Free Patterns
Cute Crochet Octopus
Get inspired to make your own cute crochet octopus with this collection of the best free patterns. There are tiny octopus amigurumi, big octopus softie toys, and octopus patterns designed as a calming aid for premature babies.
Free Written Patterns for Crochet Octopus
Sleepy Crochet Octopus Toys from Amiimaker
This free pattern is available as a free PDF download with step-by-step photos. The octopus is made in one piece, and the finished product is about 9¾” (24.5 cm).
YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Stich markers, polyester fiberfill, scissors, tapestry needle, and embroidery thread.
Little Octopus from Amour Fou
This cute little crochet octopus measures about” (10 cm)
YARN REQUIRED: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight or #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight, cotton yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Fiberfill stuffing, scissors, a yarn needle, and a rattle (optional).
Free Crochet Octopus Pattern from Knit Paint Sew
Otis the Octopus is a no-sew pattern. The entire toy is crocheted in one piece. Plastic safety eyes are used, but if you would prefer to embroider the eyes for safety reasons that’s a good option too. the finished octopus has a circumference of 12″ (30.5 cm) and is about 11″ (28 cm) long from the top of the head to the bottom of the tentacles.
YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton, e.g., I Love This Cotton!, from Hobby Lobby.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.25 mm (D-3) and 4 mm (G-6) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: 8 mm safety eyes, scissors, a stitch marker, a yarn needle, and polyfill stuffing.
Cute Crochet Octopus Pattern from Denizas Toys Joys
This little octopus toy was designed to help comfort premature babies. The pattern includes step-by-step photos and is suitable for crocheters with an intermediate skill level. You will need to be familiar with crocheting in a continuous round, single crochet stitch, increasing, and decreasing. The finished octopus is approximately 10½” (27 cm) tall.
YARN REQUIRED: #2 / Fine / Sport weight cotton yarn, e.g., Schachenmayr Catania.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Toy stuffing, scissors, yarn needle, stitch marker, and a piece of cloth or sock for containing the stuffing material.
Free Octopus Crochet Pattern by Lemon Yarn Creations
Inky is an amigurumi octopus with an incredibly adorable facial expression! The pattern for this cute creation, designed by Lemon Yarn Creations, is free and includes instructions for making the submarine and the tiny fish. The octopus is crocheted using two strands of yarn together and measures approximately 8½” (22 cm) tall.
YARN REQUIRED: #2 / Fine / Sport weight cotton, e.g., Dahlia from Hobbii. Dahlia is a cake yarn with beautiful, long colour changes. You’ll also need small amounts of #1 / Super Fine / Sock / Fingering weight cotton, e.g., Rainbow Cotton 8/4, in Black, White, Light Blue, and Sunny Yellow.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors, a yarn needle, and stuffing material.
Caroline the Octopus: Free Crochet Pattern from Elisa’s Crochet
This cute crochet Octopus measures approximately 4″ x 3″ (10 cm x 7.5 cm). The octopus legs feature little suckers made with French Knot embroidery.
YARN REQUIRED: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2.75 mm (C-2) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors, an embroidery needle, and toy stuffing material.
Easy Crochet Octopus Pattern from Whistle & Ivy
There are two versions of this free pattern. The pattern listed here and a smaller version – ‘Octolegs’.
YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn in two contrasting colours and a small amount of black.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Polyfil stuffing, scissors, and a darning needle.
Octopus Amigurumi Pattern from Stringy Ding Ding
This is a simple octopus pattern with cute, curly tentacles.
YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) and 6 mm (J-10) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: 6 mm safety eyes, scissors, stuffing material, and a tapestry needle.
Octopus Crochet Pattern from Dutch Crochet
This cute and colourful crocheted octopus is worked in continuous rounds with #2 sport-weight cotton.
YARN REQUIRED: #2 / Fine / Sport weight cotton yarn, e.g., Schachenmayr Catania.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2.50 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: 12 mm sagey eyes, fiberfill stuffing, scissors, and a yarn needle.
Tiny Octopus Crochet Pattern by Anastasia Kirs
This little crochet Octopus is so tiny he can sit on the tip of a finger. The exact gauge isn’t important, if you want to make a bigger toy, you can use a heavier-weight yarn and the corresponding hook.
YARN REQUIRED: Embroidery thread.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 0.5 mm steel crochet hook.
NOTIONS: White sewing thread, 1 mm glass toy eyes (or seed beads), a thin beading needle, scissors, polyester fiberfill, and a toothpick or similar for stuffing.
Crochet Octopus for Preemies from Crochet 365 Knit Too
This is an easy-to-follow pattern suitable for beginners who are familiar with working a magic ring, single crochet, chain stitch, and slip stitch. This is a no-sew pattern with lots of tips for beginners.
YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton, e.g., I Love This Cotton!, from Hobby Lobby.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2.50 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Stich marker, scissors, stuffing material, and a tapestry needle. You’ll also need embroidery thread for the facial features, or you could use 9 mm safety eyes if this is not being made for a baby.
Large Crochet Octopus Pattern from Schachenmayr
This gorgeous crochet octopus toy is crocheted in Luxury Velvet yarn, which makes her extra squishy and cuddly. The finished toy is a giant 37″ tall including the tentacles (95 cm).
YARN REQUIRED: #6 / Super Bulky / Roving weight yarn, e.g., Luxury Velvet from Schachenmayr. You will also need a small amount of #2 sport weight yarn in Black for the eyes.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Tapestry needle, scissors, stuffing material, and a stitch marker.
Octopus Cupcake Amigurumi Pattern from Paint it Colourful
These cupcake-themed cute amigurumi octopuses are so adorable! The cute little tentacles are made with Popcorn stitches.
YARN REQUIRED: #2 / Fine / Sport weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2.50 mm or 3 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: 4 mm safety eyes or flat black beads, black embroidery thread, pink embroidery thread, polyfill stuffing, scissors, and a tapestry needle.
Red Heart Preemie Crochet Octopus from Yarnspirations
These preemie octopus toys are perfect for donating to your local hospital for their NICU. Their cuddly tentacles are perfect for tiny little fingers to wrap themselves around. The finished toys measure approximately 12″ (30.5 cm), including the tentacles.
YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Bunches of Hugs from Red Heart.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors, stitch markers, toy stuffing, and black thread for the facial features.
Sleepy Amigurumi Octopus by Cotton Pod
This pattern was designed in collaboration with the Small & Mighty Babies organisation and designed to comfort premature babies. If you are making this toy for a baby, you should ensure that the tentacles do not exceed 8½” (22 cm) long.
YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton, e.g., DROPS Paris from Garnstudio.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Black embroidery thread, toy filling, a darning needle, scissors, and a stitch marker.
Baby Octopus Pattern from Kirsti M Testroote
This cute baby octopus pattern is available as a free Ravelry download in Dutch and English.
YARN REQUIRED: Approximately 25 g of cotton yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2.50 mm or 3 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Stuffing material, scissors, and a yarn needle.
Crochet Octopus Pattern by Sapphirestring
YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight, cotton yarn, e.g., Bernat Handicrafter.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors, a yarn needle, stuffing material, and sequins for the tentacles.
Little Octopus: Free Crochet Pattern from Irina Rybolovleva
This is a free pattern for crocheters with some experience with amigurumi. The octopus is crocheted in #0 thread and a 1.25 mm hook.
YARN REQUIRED: #0 / Thread / Lace / Light Fingering weight yarn, e.g., Iris from YarnArt.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 1.25 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Toy stuffing material, a tapestry needle, scissors, pins, 3 mm round stem eyes or buttons, and some oil/dry pastels.
Octopus Baby Plush Toy Pattern from Ekaterina Chirkova
The pattern for this sweet toy is available as a free Ravelry download and makes a finished octopus measuring approximately 6″ (15 cm) when made in the listed materials.
YARN REQUIRED: #6 / Super Bulky / Roving weight yarn, e.g., Dolphin Baby from Himalaya.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: 12 mm safety eyes, fiberfill stuffing, scissors, black embroidery thread, and a yarn needle.
Octopus Squish from Sweet Softies
This cute little toy is a quick and easy amigurumi pattern that can be crocheted in around 20 minutes – perfect for craft fairs! This little guy is 2″ tall (5 cm).
YARN REQUIRED: #6 / Super Bulky / Roving weight, chenille or velvet yarn, e.g., Baby Snuggle from Hobbii.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: 9 mm safety eyes, black embroidery thread, stuffing material, scissors, and a yarn needle.
Free Crochet Pattern: Reversible Octopus from Curious Papaya
This fun crochet pattern is worked in soft and squishy velvet yarn.
YARN REQUIRED: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn, e.g., Velvet from Bernat, in Pink and Red.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors, yarn needle, stitch markers, pins, fabric glue, felt, safety eyes, and black embroidery thread or yarn for the mouth.
Mr. and Mrs. Octopus from Circulo Yarns
Mr and Mrs Octopus make a cute pair with an approximate size of 8¾” (22 cm). The pattern is a free PDF download and is suitable for crocheters with some amigurumi experience.
YARN REQUIRED: #2 / Fine / Sport weight cotton, e.g., Amigurumi from Circulo.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2.75 mm (C-2) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Polyester stuffing, a tapestry needle, scissors, a stitch marker, and embroidery thread for the facial features.
Octoblinky the Octopus by Revukan Fendrenim
Octoblinky is about 11¾” across and 5½” (30 cm x 14 cm ) when finished in the listed materials.
YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn. Approximately 65 yds/60 m for the top of the octopus and 55 yds/50 m for the underneath.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Safety eyes (optional), scissors, a yarn needle, and stuffing material.
Little Octopus from Gründl Wolle
This free crochet pattern makes a cute little toy measuring approximately 2¾” (7 cm).
YARN REQUIRED: #6 / Super Bulky / Roving weight yarn, e.g. Funny from Gründl.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) or 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Polyester filling, 6-7 mm safety eyes, black embroidery thread, white embroidery thread, scissors, a yarn needle, and a gauge ruler or a tape measure.
Sir Tentacles the Free Crochet Octopus Pattern from Oombawka Design Crochet
The Sir Tentacles pattern is a simple design that measures about 3.5 inches by 3.5 inches with 6-inch tentacles (9 cm x 9 cm and 15 cm). The pattern includes links to lots of helpful tutorials for any techniques you may be unfamiliar with.
YARN REQUIRED: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., Scheepjes Soft Fun.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.75 mm (F-5) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: 12 mm safety eyes, scissors, a yarn needle, stitch marker, and Polyfil stuffing.
Octopus Toy by Crochet4FunbyMei
This adorable amigurumi octopus would make a great gift. The intermediate-level pattern is a free Ravelry download, and the finished octopus is about 10″ tall (25 cm).
YARN REQUIRED: 77-93 yds (70-85 m) of #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton, e.g., Scheepjes Cahlista.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3 mm, 3.50 mm (E-4), and 4 mm (G-6) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: 7 mm safety eyes, toy stuffing, an embroidery needle, and scissors.
Octopus Comforter by Donna Wilkins
This pattern is safe for little ones, and these cute crochet octopi make perfect gifts for newborns.
YARN REQUIRED: 100 yards (91 m) of #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., Rico Design Essentials Cotton DK. You’ll also need small amounts of black and white yarn for the facial features.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Stitch marker, tapestry needle, scissors, and toy stuffing.
Free Crochet Octopus Patterns With Video Tutorials
No-sew Baby Octopus Free Amigurumi Pattern from Little Crochet Farm
This is a free written pattern and video tutorial for a cute crochet octopus amigurumi that doesn’t require any sewing. This pattern is a great project for beginner crocheters with step-by-step tutorials for all the skills and techniques used – how to do a magic ring, crochet in the round, colour changes, and more. This is a mini octopus toy; it measures about 2″ (5 cm) when made in the listed materials.
YARN REQUIRED: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight cotton yarn in two different colours.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Stuffing material, scissors, sewing needle, embroidery thread for the facial features ( or you could use plastic safety eyes).
Octopus Amigurumi Crochet Pattern from Off The Beaten Hook
Ingrid the Octopus is a great pattern and tutorial for a gorgeous crochet octopus toy. Ingrid measures 18″ (46 cm).
YARN REQUIRED: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight cotton, e.g., Stylecraft Naturals Organic Cotton DK. The main colourways used in the tutorial are Blush, Artichoke, and Moonlight.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2.75 mm (C-2) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: 12 mm safety eyes, scissors, tapestry needle, stitch markers, and stuffing.
No-Sew Chunky Octopus Pattern from They Yarn Bowl Crochet
These cute crochet octopuses are made with extra-squishy, super bulky yarn. A video tutorial accompanies the written pattern, which is perfect for beginners.
YARN REQUIRED: #6 / Super Bulky / Roving weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) and 5 mm (H-8) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: Polyfil, safety eyes, stitch markers, and scissors.
Crochet Amigurumi Octopus from Croby Patterns
This is an easy pattern, and you can learn to make this cute crochet octopus by following along with the step-by-step video tutorial, or there is a free written pattern linked below.
YARN REQUIRED: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight cotton, e.g., Paintbox Cotton DK.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3 mm and 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: Safety eyes, stuffing material, a yarn needle, scissors, and stitch markers.
Octopus for Preemies by NJ Crafty Creations
Follow along with this tutorial to learn how to make a no-sew crocheted octopus for a premature baby to donate to your local NICU. The Octopus features a cute ruffle and embroidered facial features. This is an easy-to-follow, full, step-by-step tutorial.
YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton, eg., Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2.50 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Stitch marker, yarn needle, black embroidery thread, stuffing material, and scissors.
The Friendly Octopus Amigurumi Pattern & Tutorial from The Friendly Red Fox
This easy amigurumi octopus pattern makes a great toy for little ones.
YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Polyfil stuffing, a rattle noise maker, scissors, and a yarn needle.
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