Amigurumi Plush Octopus - Free Crochet Pattern

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Dive into a sea of softness with the Amigurumi Plush Octopus, a cuddly ocean friend that’s as charming as it is huggable! 🐙🧶 With its large rounded head, spiral-tipped tentacles, and oversized safety eyes, this pastel cutie is bursting with personality and squishy appeal. Whether it’s perched on a shelf, snuggled by a little one, or gifted to a fellow sea creature fan, this octopus brings a wave of handmade joy wherever it goes.

Perfect for crocheters who love plush textures and playful shapes, this pattern is a fun and satisfying project that works up beautifully in soft, soothing colors. Add a smile, experiment with variegated yarns, or stitch up a whole pod of octo-friends in different hues. The Amigurumi Plush Octopus is a delightful way to stitch up sweetness, whimsy, and a splash of underwater magic—one loop at a time! 🧵🌊💖

A cute crocheted octopus plush in shades of mint green and pink sits on a shelf, surrounded by other soft toys and baby blankets in a nursery setting.

🐙 Plush Octopus Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

This irresistibly soft plush octopus is the perfect cuddly companion for nurseries, playrooms, or cozy corners. With its round head, gentle smile, and spiral tentacles in pastel tones, this design brings both calm and cuteness to your crochet collection.

✨ Skill Level

Beginner to Intermediate – Basic stitches, increasing/decreasing, and simple assembly. Great project for those working with plush or velvet yarns.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 11–13 inches (28–33 cm) tall when using plush (chenille) yarn and a 4 mm crochet hook.

🧶 Materials

Yarn: Super bulky (chenille or velvet type)
- Color A: Mint Green – 1½ skeins (for head & 4 tentacles)
- Color B: Blush Pink – 1½ skeins (for alternating tentacles)
Hook: 4 mm (or size recommended for your yarn)
Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill
Eyes: 20–24 mm black safety eyes
Embroidery thread: Black for smile
Yarn needle for sewing parts
Scissors
Stitch marker (optional but helpful)

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off

🪸 Head

Using Color A (Mint Green):

MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
(sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
(6 sc, inc) x6 (48)
(7 sc, inc) x6 (54)
10–20. sc around (54)

➡ Tip: Adjust the number of even rounds (R10–R18 for chunkier yarn or R10–R20 for smaller yarn) depending on how round you want the head to be.

(7 sc, dec) x6 (48)
(6 sc, dec) x6 (42)
(5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
(sc, dec) x6 (12)

Stuff firmly as you close.
28. dec x6 (6), FO and weave in the end securely.

👀 Face Details

Eyes:
Insert safety eyes between R10–R11, spacing them about 11–12 stitches apart for a friendly, balanced look.

💡 Eye Securing Tip:
For plush yarn, use a washer or felt disc behind the safety eye backs to prevent them from sinking into the soft stitches over time.

Smile:
With black embroidery thread or thin black yarn, embroider a gentle U-shaped smile centered between the eyes, 1–2 rounds below the eye line. Keep it about 3–4 stitches wide for a simple, happy expression.

🐙 Tentacles (Make 8 Total)

Alternate 4 tentacles in Mint Green and 4 in Blush Pink.

For each tentacle:

Ch 35.
Starting in 2nd ch from hook: 2 sc in each ch across (about 68–70 sc).
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

The strip will naturally curl into a spiral on its own — no extra shaping needed.

💡 Color Transition Note:
This design uses solid-color tentacles. To create an ombré or gradient effect, switch colors every 15–20 stitches while working the chain.

❗ Do not stuff the tentacles — they should remain soft and flat.

🧩 Assembly

Position Tentacles:
Turn the octopus upside down. Attach all 8 tentacles around R27–R28 (just above the final closing round).
Space them evenly in a circle and angle them slightly outward (about 45°) so they splay naturally when the octopus sits.
Attach Tentacles:
Use the long yarn tails to stitch each tentacle securely to the base. Double stitch each for durability.
Adjust Tentacle Curl:
Twist spirals lightly to achieve even curls, alternating direction for a natural look.
Shape Head:
Press gently to round out the stuffing and ensure symmetry.

💡 Maker’s Tips

Stuffing: Keep the head firm but not rigid — this helps maintain the rounded shape without distorting stitches.
Tension: Work loosely with plush yarn; tight stitches can create stiffness and uneven surface texture.
Hiding the MR hole: Use the yarn tail from your starting magic ring to close the tiny opening neatly at the crown.
Variation idea: Add a rattle insert for baby toys or use safety-embroidered eyes for younger children.

🌸 Finishing Touch

Your pastel octopus is now complete — soft, cheerful, and full of charm! Perfect as a nursery decoration, baby shower gift, or snuggly sea friend.

Place your finished plush on a shelf, curl its tentacles naturally, and enjoy how this handmade cutie adds a touch of undersea magic wherever it goes. 🐚💕

🧵 Yarn Used in Photo Sample: