Make waves in your nursery decor with this Amigurumi Ocean-Themed Baby Mobile crochet pattern! Featuring a delightful cast of sea creatures—think whales, turtles, starfish, and more—this charming mobile brings the magic of the deep blue sea right above your little one’s crib. Whether you’re crafting for a baby shower, decorating a coastal-themed nursery, or simply love marine-inspired amigurumi, this pattern lets you stitch up a soothing underwater scene that gently sways with every breeze. It’s a sweet and imaginative way to lull your little explorer into dreamland. 🌊🐢🐳
Designed for customization, this pattern invites you to play with soft ocean hues, textured yarns, and tiny embroidered details to make each sea creature come to life. Add bubbles, seaweed strands, or even a smiling sun peeking through the waves for extra charm. Whether you go for a realistic palette or a whimsical pastel reef, this Amigurumi Ocean-Themed Baby Mobile is a joyful and creative project—perfect for bringing a splash of handmade serenity to every stitch! 🧶💖🌊
🌊 Amigurumi Ocean-Themed Baby Mobile Crochet Pattern
Bring a wave of calm and color to your nursery with this adorable amigurumi ocean mobile! Featuring a cheerful jellyfish centerpiece surrounded by a whale, clownfish, starfish, and octopus, this underwater scene is both soothing and fun. Complete with curly green seaweed and soft bubbles, it’s the perfect handmade touch for a baby’s room.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – involves shaping, simple color changes, and secure assembly for hanging pieces.
📏 Finished Size
- Jellyfish: 5 in (12 cm) tall
- Whale & Octopus: ~4 in (10 cm) tall
- Ring: 10–12 in (25–30 cm) diameter
- Total Mobile Height: ~16 in (40 cm)
🧶 Materials
Yarn (DK or light worsted weight cotton):
- 🩵 Light blue (jellyfish, ring cover) – 40 g
- 💙 Dark blue (whale) – 30 g
- 🧡 Orange (clownfish) – 25 g
- ⚪ White (clownfish stripes, whale belly) – 10 g
- 🩷 Pink (octopus cheeks, octopus body) – 30 g
- 💛 Yellow (starfish) – 20 g
- 💚 Light green (seaweed vines) – 10 g
- 🖤 Black (eyes or embroidery) – scrap
Other Supplies
- Crochet hook: 2.5–3.0 mm
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Safety eyes (6–8 mm)
- Wooden or plastic ring (10–12 in diameter)
- Sewing thread or matching yarn for hanging
- Tapestry needle, stitch markers, scissors
- Optional: small bells or rattle inserts for sound
🔤 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same st)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loop Only
🪼 Jellyfish (Centerpiece)
Head – Light Blue
1️⃣ MR, 6 sc (6)
2️⃣ inc around (12)
3️⃣ (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
4️⃣ (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
5️⃣ (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
6️⃣ (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
7–13️⃣ sc around (36)
14️⃣ (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
15️⃣ (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
👀 Insert safety eyes between rounds 9–10, 6 sts apart. Add pink cheeks and a curved embroidered smile.
16️⃣ (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
17️⃣ (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
18️⃣ dec ×6 (6), FO and close. Stuff firmly.
Frilly Skirt (Underside)
Attach yarn to the BLO of round 13.
(Ch 3, sl st in next st) repeat around. FO and weave in ends.
Tentacles (Make 6–8)
Ch 30–45, 2 sc in each ch back for curls. Vary lengths for realism.
FO and sew evenly spaced under the jellyfish.
🐳 Whale
Body – Blue & White
1️⃣ MR, 6 sc (6)
2️⃣ inc around (12)
3️⃣ (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
4️⃣ (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
5️⃣ (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
6–12️⃣ sc around (30)
13️⃣ (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
14️⃣ (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Add eyes between rounds 8–9, stuff, and embroider smile and blush.
15️⃣ (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
16️⃣ dec ×6 (6), FO and close.
Fins (×2)
MR, 5 sc, sc around for 3 rounds. Flatten and sew on sides.
Tail (×2)
MR, 6 sc (6)
(2 sc, inc) ×2 (8)
Fold in half and sl st across top edge.
Sew both tail pieces at the back, angled outward.
💡 Add a small white oval to the underside for the belly (optional).
🐠 Clownfish
Body – Orange, White, and Black
Work in spiral rounds.
1️⃣ MR, 6 sc (6)
2️⃣ inc around (12)
3️⃣ (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
4–10️⃣ sc around (18), alternating color:
- R4–5 orange
- R6–7 white (edged with black rounds)
- R8–10 orange
11️⃣ (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
12️⃣ dec ×6 (6), FO and close.
Add eyes and stuff firmly.
Fins (×3)
MR, 6 sc, sc around once, FO. Flatten.
Sew two on sides, one on top.
⭐ Starfish – Yellow
1️⃣ MR, 5 sc (5)
2️⃣ inc in each (10)
3️⃣ sc around (10)
✨ To form arms: (ch 7, sl st in 2nd ch, sc 2, hdc 2, dc 1, sl st into next base st) repeat 5 times.
Add eyes and embroidered smile on one side.
Lightly stuff before closing.
🐙 Octopus – Pink
Head
1️⃣ MR, 6 sc (6)
2️⃣ inc around (12)
3️⃣ (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
4️⃣ (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
5–8️⃣ sc around (24)
Add eyes between rounds 6–7 and embroider smile.
9️⃣ (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
10️⃣ (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Stuff and close.
Tentacles (×8)
Ch 20, 2 sc in each ch back to curl.
Sew evenly around base.
🌿 Seaweed Vines – Light Green
Ch 35–45, 2 sc in each ch back for curls.
FO and attach between hanging sea creatures and the ring for a floating effect.
🫧 Bubbles (3–5 Pieces)
1️⃣ MR, 6 sc (6)
2️⃣ inc around (12)
3️⃣ sc around (12)
4️⃣ (1 sc, dec) ×4 (8)
Stuff lightly.
5️⃣ dec ×4 (4), FO and close.
🔁 Mobile Ring
1️⃣ Take a 10–12 in wooden or plastic ring.
2️⃣ Cover by single crocheting around it with light blue yarn or wrapping it tightly.
3️⃣ Tie hanging strings evenly spaced for:
- Center: Jellyfish
- Around: Whale, Clownfish, Octopus, Starfish
4️⃣ Add seaweed and bubbles between them.
5️⃣ Use 4 equal strands from the ring to gather and tie to the hanging point above.
💡 Assembly Tips
✨ Use secure knots and double-sew all attachments.
✨ Vary string lengths slightly for a dynamic look.
✨ Make sure the lowest piece hangs well above baby’s reach.
✨ Optional: insert small bells or rattles inside one or two characters for gentle sound.
🧮 Yarn Summary (Approximate)
| Color | Part | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Light Blue | Jellyfish + ring | 40 g |
| Dark Blue | Whale | 30 g |
| Orange | Clownfish | 25 g |
| White | Details | 10 g |
| Pink | Octopus | 30 g |
| Yellow | Starfish | 20 g |
| Light Green | Seaweed | 10 g |
| Black | Eyes/Details | Scrap |
🎀 Your Ocean-Themed Baby Mobile is ready! 🐙🐠🐳
Hang it above a crib or changing table for a dreamy undersea effect. Each piece spins gently, capturing baby’s attention with soft colors and smiling faces.
Happy Crocheting & Sweet Dreams! 💙🌊🧶
Hermoso 🤩