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, color change, spiral technique, and embroidery.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 8–10 inches (20–25 cm) across (including tentacles) when made with DK yarn and a 2.5–3.0 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
Yarn (DK / light worsted):
- Light lavender purple – 60 g (body + tentacle base)
- Aqua blue – 25 g (tentacle edges + iris)
- Black – small amount (pupil + mouth + lashes)
- White – small amount (eye highlight)
- Light pink – small amount (cheeks)
Other Supplies:
- 12–14 mm safety eyes
- Crochet hook: 2.75–3.0 mm
- Polyester fiberfill stuffing
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Scissors
🔤 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
FLO = front loop only
BLO = back loop only
FO = fasten off
🟣 Head & Body (One Piece)
With Light Lavender:
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
R7: (5 sc, inc) ×6 (42)
R8–18: sc around (42)
📍(The rounded top and tall dome match the plush’s proportional head height.)
R19: (5 sc, dec) ×6 (36)
R20: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
R21: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
Stuff firmly and evenly.
R22: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
R23: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R24: dec ×6 (6)
FO, weave in tail.
🌀 Tentacles (Make 8)
With Light Lavender:
Ch 45.
Starting in 2nd ch from hook, work 3 sc in each ch → 129 sc total.
Switch to Aqua Blue.
Work 1 sc in each st across (this reinforces the curl).
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
📍Curl should be tight and even, rolling naturally into a spiral with contrasting aqua edges.
📍Tip: Steam-block lightly if needed to achieve soft, smooth curls.
💙 Eyes (Crocheted Option)
Iris (Aqua Blue):
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: sc around (12), FO.
Pupil (Black):
R1: MR, 4 sc (4), FO.
Sew the black pupil in the center of the blue iris. Add one small white stitch or French knot highlight to the upper right corner for a sparkle effect.
Alternatively, attach 12–14 mm safety eyes on the head between rounds 10–12, spaced 7 stitches apart.
📍Eyes should appear large and forward-facing, not too close together.
🩵 Eyelid Accent (Optional – Aqua Blue Outline)
To match the subtle turquoise ring around the eyes, use aqua yarn to work a surface slip stitch around each eye once it’s attached. This gives the bright “eye rim” look seen in the photo.
💕 Cheeks
With Pink:
R1: MR, 6 sc (6), FO.
Sew below the eyes, about 2 stitches apart from each mouth corner.
😄 Mouth
Using black embroidery thread or fine yarn, embroider a small upward-curving smile just below the cheeks.
📍Make sure the mouth sits in a soft “U” shape, slightly offset upward for a cute look.
🧵 Eyelashes
With black thread, embroider two curved lashes above each eye, angled outward for a happy expression.
🪡 Assembly
1️⃣ Arrange 8 tentacles in a ring and pin them to the underside of the head. Slightly overlap bases for a fuller look.
2️⃣ Sew securely in two passes — once at the base and again around outer edge for strength.
3️⃣ Insert and secure safety eyes (if using).
4️⃣ Sew cheeks and embroider mouth and lashes.
5️⃣ Adjust stuffing and shape for round symmetry.
Your amigurumi octopus is now complete — soft, squishy, and full of charm! 🐙✨ With its cheerful smile, bouncy spiral tentacles, and big bright eyes, this little sea friend will bring joy wherever it goes. Whether you display it on a nursery shelf, gift it to someone special, or keep it as your own cuddle companion, it’s sure to remind you to “Dream Big” — just like the tag beneath its happy grin. 💜💙
Happy crocheting! 🧶
