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Ostin the Octopus Amigurumi Pattern

Ostin the Octopus Amigurumi Pattern
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crocheting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Playful characters full of personality, designed to spark imagination and become cherished playtime favorites.

About This Ostin the Octopus Amigurumi Pattern

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This pattern makes a beautiful handmade gift — thoughtful enough for someone special, and the plush yarn ensures it will be the softest toy in their collection.

Why You'll Love This Ostin the Octopus Amigurumi Pattern

I honestly love how the tentacles are joined directly to the body as you go—it saves so much sewing at the end! Plus, using puff stitches for the suction cups gives him such a realistic but cute texture that’s really satisfying to crochet.

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I remember the first time I tried working with plush yarn; it felt like crocheting with a cloud! Ostin really highlights everything I love about this material. The way the blue and pink play together makes him look like he just swam out of a tropical reef. When I was designing the tentacles, I really wanted that bubbly feel for the suction cups, and the puff stitches worked out perfectly. It’s one of those patterns where you might feel like you’re making a lot of pieces at first—eight tentacles is a commitment!—but once you start joining them to the body in Round 33, it all comes together so fast. My biggest tip for you is to keep a light hand with the stuffing. You want him squishy, not stiff. If you overstuff the head, you might lose that slightly flattened, real octopus shape. I’ve found that using a slightly smaller hook for the eyes really helps the black and white semi-cotton pop against the fuzzy body. I can’t wait to see the color combos you choose for your own Ostin!

If you're feeling adventurous, try using a variegated yarn for the outer tentacles to give him a camouflaged look!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ When working the tentacles, ensure you don't stuff them too firmly or they won't have that natural, floppy curl that makes Ostin so charming.✗ In Round 33, be careful to align the tentacles evenly around the body; if you miss a stitch, the last tentacle might overlap the first one awkwardly.✗ For the eyes, the color change to white happens mid-round, so keep your tension consistent to avoid a visible jog in the circle.✗ When sewing the blushes, use a thinner cotton thread rather than the plush yarn to keep the stitches invisible and the cheeks looking neat.

Ostin the Octopus Amigurumi Pattern

You're going to fall in love with making this squishy friend! Ostin is a chunky, huggable octopus that uses plush yarn for that extra cozy feel. I've designed this pattern to be a joy to work up, with those textured tentacles adding such a fun tactile element. It's the kind of project that makes you want to keep crocheting just to see the personality emerge.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Ostin the Octopus Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    About 2 balls of blue plush yarn (120m/100g) for the main body and outer tentacles
  • 02
    About 2 balls of pink plush yarn (120m/100g) for the inner tentacles and rosy cheeks
  • 03
    Small amount of black semi-cotton yarn for the eyes and facial details
  • 04
    Small amount of white semi-cotton yarn for the eye highlights

— Tools Required

  • 01
    3.5mm crochet hook for the plush yarn
  • 02
    2mm crochet hook for the eyes and details
  • 03
    Tapestry needle for sewing and embroidery
  • 04
    Stitch markers to keep track of rounds
  • 05
    Sharp scissors
  • 06
    Polyester fiberfill for stuffing

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— 1. Tentacles - Inner Part (Make 8) :

Info :

Use pink plush yarn and a 3.5mm hook. Turn and work a turning ch at the end of every row.

Row 0 :

ch 9

Row 1 :

Starting in the 2nd ch from the hook, work 8 sc (8)

Row 2 :

2 sc, 4 ps, 2 sc (8)

Row 3 :

FLO: skip 1 st, 7 sc (7)

Row 4 :

skip 1 st, sc, 4 ps, sc (6)

Row 5 :

FLO: skip 1 st, 5 sc (5)

Row 6 :

sc, 3 ps, sc (5)

Row 7 :

FLO: 5 sc (5)

Row 8 :

sc, 3 ps, sc (5)

Row 9 :

FLO: 5 sc (5)

Row 10 :

sc, 3 ps, sc (5)

Row 11 :

FLO: 5 sc (5)

Row 12 :

sc, 3 ps, sc (5)

Row 13 :

FLO: 5 sc (5)

Row 14 :

sc, 3 ps, sc (5)

Row 15 :

FLO: 5 sc (5)

Row 16 :

sc, 3 ps, sc (5)

Row 17 :

FLO: 5 sc (5)

Row 18 :

sc, 3 ps, sc (5)

Row 19 :

FLO: 5 sc (5)

Row 20 :

sc, 3 ps, sc (5)

Row 21 :

FLO: 5 sc (5)

Row 22 :

sc, 3 ps, sc (5)

Row 23 :

FLO: 5 sc (5)

Row 24 :

sc, 3 ps, sc (5)

Row 25 :

FLO: 5 sc (5)

Row 26 :

sc, 3 ps, sc (5)

Row 27 :

FLO: 5 sc (5)

Row 28 :

sc, 3 ps, sc (5)

Row 29 :

FLO: 5 sc (5)

Row 30 :

sc, 3 ps, sc (5)

Row 31 :

FLO: 5 sc (5)

Row 32 :

sc, 3 ps, sc (5)

Row 33 :

FLO: skip 1 st, 4 sc (4)

Row 34 :

skip 1 st, sc, ps, sc (3)

Row 35 :

FLO: skip 1 st, 2 sc (2)

Info :

Fasten off and hide the yarn tails on the back side.

— 2. Tentacles - Outer Part (Make 8) :

Info :

Use blue plush yarn and a 3.5mm hook. Turn and work a turning ch at the end of every row.

Row 0 :

ch 9

Row 1 :

Starting in the 2nd ch from the hook, work 8 sc (8)

Row 2 :

8 sc (8)

Row 3 :

skip 1 st, 7 sc (7)

Row 4 :

skip 1 st, 6 sc (6)

Row 5 :

skip 1 st, 5 sc (5)

Row 6-32 :

Work 5 sc in each of these 27 rows (5)

Row 33 :

skip 1 st, 4 sc (4)

Row 34 :

skip 1 st, 3 sc (3)

Row 35 :

skip 1 st, 2 sc (2)

Info :

Fasten off and hide the tails on the wrong side.

— 3. Tentacle Assembly :

Info :

Place one pink inner piece and one blue outer piece together. Crochet around the edges through both layers using sc. At the very tip of the tentacle, work 2 sc into each of the 2 stitches. Stuff lightly as you go so they remain flexible and twisty. Do not work into the stitches along the top edge. Tie the yarn ends and tuck them inside.

— 4. Head-Body :

Info :

Use blue plush yarn and a 3.5mm hook. Stuff as you go, but keep it soft.

Round 1 :

8 sc into a MR (8)

Round 2 :

8 inc (16)

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) repeat 8 times (24)

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) repeat 8 times (32)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc) repeat 8 times (40)

Round 6 :

(4 sc, inc) repeat 8 times (48)

Round 7 :

(5 sc, inc) repeat 8 times (56)

Round 8 :

(6 sc, inc) repeat 8 times (64)

Round 9-20 :

Work 64 sc in each of these 12 rounds (64)

Round 21 :

(14 sc, dec) repeat 4 times (60)

Round 22 :

(13 sc, dec) repeat 4 times (56)

Round 23 :

(12 sc, dec) repeat 4 times (52)

Round 24 :

(11 sc, dec) repeat 4 times (48)

Round 25 :

(10 sc, dec) repeat 4 times (44)

Round 26 :

(9 sc, dec) repeat 4 times (40)

Round 27 :

(8 sc, dec) repeat 4 times (36)

Round 28 :

(7 sc, dec) repeat 4 times (32)

Round 29 :

(3 sc, inc) repeat 8 times (40)

Round 30 :

(4 sc, inc) repeat 8 times (48)

Round 31 :

(5 sc, inc) repeat 8 times (56)

Round 32 :

(6 sc, inc) repeat 8 times (64)

Round 33 :

Join the 8 tentacles: work 8 sc through both the body and the top of a tentacle, repeating this for all 8 tentacles (64)

Colour Change :

Switch to pink plush yarn.

Round 34 :

(6 sc, dec) repeat 8 times (56)

Round 35 :

(5 sc, dec) repeat 8 times (48)

Round 36 :

(4 sc, dec) repeat 8 times (40)

Round 37 :

(3 sc, dec) repeat 8 times (32)

Round 38 :

(2 sc, dec) repeat 8 times (24)

Round 39 :

(sc, dec) repeat 8 times (16)

Round 40 :

8 dec (8)

Info :

Close the hole, fasten off, and weave in the end.

— 5. Blushes (Make 2) :

Round 1 :

Using pink plush yarn, work 6 sc into a MR and fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing (6)

— 6. Eyes (Make 2) :

Info :

Use semi-cotton yarn and a 2mm hook.

Round 1 :

With black yarn, work 6 sc into a MR (6)

Round 2 :

6 inc (12)

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) repeat 3 times, change to white yarn, then BLO: (sc, inc) repeat 3 times (18)

Row 4 :

BLO: sc, inc, ss, then turn (4)

Row 5 :

Skip the ss from the previous row, 2 sc, 7 inc hdc, 2 sc (18)

Info :

Fasten off, leaving long tails of both colors for assembly and embroidering the glare.

Assembly Instructions

  • Position the crocheted eyes on the head between Rounds 20 and 25, leaving a 5-stitch gap between them.
  • Secure the eyes by sewing around the edges with black and white thread, or use non-toxic glue if preferred.
  • Use the white thread tail to embroider small highlights or glare spots on the black portion of the eyes.
  • Embroider thin eyebrows and optional eyelashes above the eyes using black semi-cotton yarn.
  • Create a friendly smile by pinning the curve in place and sewing through the bottom points to hold the shape.
  • Attach the small pink blushes just below and to the outside of each eye using thin cotton thread.
  • Double-check that all thread ends are tied securely and hidden deep inside the plush stuffing.

Important Notes

  • 💡If you find the magic ring difficult with plush yarn, start with a ch 2 and work your first round into the second chain from the hook.
  • 💡Maintain a medium tension throughout; if your stitches are too loose, the stuffing might show through the plush yarn.
  • 💡When joining the tentacles in Round 33, make sure to catch both the front and back layers of the tentacle to ensure a sturdy attachment.
  • 💡If you notice gaps between the tentacles after joining, work a few stitches into the side loops of adjacent tentacles to close them up.
  • 💡Use a stitch marker religiously, as it can be very hard to see individual stitches in fuzzy plush yarn.

I hope you enjoyed bringing Ostin to life as much as I did! There is something so rewarding about finishing those eight tentacles and seeing them all curl up together. He’s the perfect size for a big hug, and I bet he’ll be a hit with anyone who sees him. Don’t forget to share your finished photos with the community—I love seeing the different colors you all pick out. Happy crocheting, and may your stitches always be even! 🧶 ✨

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FAQs

Can I use safety eyes instead of crocheted eyes?

Absolutely! If you prefer safety eyes, I recommend 16mm or 18mm sizes. Just remember to attach them before you start the decreases on the head.

My tentacles aren't curling as much as the ones in the photo. What's wrong?

The curl comes from the difference in row counts and the light stuffing. Make sure you aren't overstuffing them, and try scrunching them with your hands to encourage the shape.

What's the best way to change colors for the pink base?

I like to finish the last sc of Round 33 with the new pink yarn. This creates a much cleaner transition for the bottom of the octopus.

Is this pattern suitable for a total beginner?

It's best for someone with a few projects under their belt. The shaping and the way tentacles are joined while crocheting can be a little tricky if you're still learning stitch placement.