Soft, squishy, and irresistibly adorable—this Amigurumi Octopus Baby crochet pattern is the perfect blend of charm and simplicity! With its round, cuddly body and tiny tentacles, this little octopus is ready to bring a touch of ocean-inspired cuteness to your handmade collection. Whether you’re crafting for a nursery, a sea-themed display, or simply love whimsical amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a delightful project for crocheters of all skill levels.
Designed for quick and easy stitching, this pattern allows for customization in colors, tentacle shapes, and even tiny embroidered details to give your octopus a unique personality. Choose classic blues for a traditional ocean look, soft pastels for a dreamy aesthetic, or vibrant hues for a playful twist! Whether perched on a shelf, gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, or used as a sensory toy, this tiny octopus is sure to bring smiles. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s create a little sea creature full of charm! 🐙✨🧶
🐙 Amigurumi Octopus Baby Crochet Pattern
Create a heart-melting octopus plush with swirly tentacles, cheerful eyes, and an adorable smile! Perfect for nurseries, gifts, or ocean-themed decor.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes shaping, surface details, and color changes.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 8–10 inches (20–25 cm) across including tentacles using DK yarn and 2.5–3.0 mm hook.
🧵 Materials
- Yarn (DK or light worsted weight):
- Light Purple (Body)
- Aqua Blue (Tentacle edges)
- Black, White, and Blue (Eyes)
- Pink (Cheeks)
- Crochet hook: 2.5 mm
- Safety eyes (12 mm or crocheted eyes)
- Tapestry needle
- Polyfill stuffing
- Stitch markers
🧶 Abbreviations (US)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same st)
dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FLO – Front Loop Only
BLO – Back Loop Only
FO – Fasten Off
🟣 Head/Body (Main Sphere)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
- (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
8–18. sc around (42) - (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
- (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff firmly - (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6), FO and close hole
🌀 Tentacles (Make 8)
Using Light Purple:
- Ch 40
- Starting in 2nd ch from hook, 3 sc in each ch across (120)
- Switch to Aqua Blue, sc in each st across (spirals form)
- FO, leave long tail for sewing
Sew the tentacles in a tight circular formation on the underside of the body. Overlap slightly for fullness.
👀 Eyes (Crocheted Option)
Blue Iris (Make 2)
- MR, 6 sc in Blue
- inc x6 (12), FO
Black Pupil
- MR, 4 sc in Black, FO
White Eye Sparkle
Embroider a small white stitch or use a French knot on the black pupil.
Sew the black pupil onto the blue iris, then attach the eyes to the head.
Position them between rounds 10–12 with 4–5 sts between them.
👁 Eyelids & Lashes
Embroider curved lines above the eyes with black yarn.
Use a backstitch or chain stitch to mimic lashes.
😊 Cheeks (Make 2 – Pink)
- MR, 6 sc
- (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
FO, sew under each eye.
😀 Mouth
Use black yarn to embroider a small curved smile between and slightly below the cheeks.
🪡 Assembly
- Sew the tentacles tightly to the bottom of the head.
- Attach eyes securely, with or without safety backs.
- Sew cheeks in place.
- Embroider lashes and mouth.
- Shape with light stuffing and adjust for symmetry.
🎨 Customization Ideas
- Use variegated yarn for tentacles.
- Add a star or bow on the head for personality.
- Insert a rattle for baby gifts.
This cuddly cephalopod is ready to wiggle into your heart. Whether it’s for hugs, decor, or gifting, your amigurumi octopus will leave a wave of smiles behind!
Happy crocheting! 🧶
