Octopus Toys Crochet Pattern

Difficulty

Beginner
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Emma Osmond
Needle Type

Crochet Hook

What you need to know

Crochet two easy octopus toys for children with this simple crochet pattern, designed by Emma Osmond for GMC

These crochet octopus toys will bring the magic of the ocean to any toy box. Their cute smiles, rosy cheeks and beady eyes will really appeal to young children. Customise them by adding the bow detail in different places, and making them in contrasting colours. They are made using amigirumi techniques and a DK cotton yarn which is soft and easy-care, too. Download this toy crochet pattern today.

Pattern extracted from Weekend Makes: Crocheted Toys by Emma Osmond, GMC Publications, RRP £14.99, available online and from all good bookshops.

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Sizing

21cm tall

What do I need

Yarn: Rowan Handknit Cotton or any DK yarn, For the pink octopus A – 2 x 50g of Sugar 303, B – 1 x 50g of Raspberry 356, C – 1 x 50g of Ballet Pink 372, D – 1 x 50g of Black 252
For the blue octopus A – 2 x 50g of Cloud 345, B – 1 x 50g of Atlantic 346, C – 1 x 50g of Ballet Pink 372, D – 1 x 50g of Black 252
Hook: 4mm
Toy stuffing
2 x Black safety eyes
Stitch marker
Tapestry needle

Stitches and skills used

Amigurumi
Magic ring
double crochet
increasing
decreasing

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