These free crochet octopus patterns are a surprisingly mixed bunch. There are reversible toys, tiny appliques, mini keychains, a coffee cozy, an egg cozy and several squishy amigurumi, so you’re not just choosing between sixteen versions of the same stuffed octopus.
Beginners can start with simple, easy or no-sew options, and several designs include a step-by-step video tutorial. If you’re learning how to make amigurumi, Octo Ollie, Bubbles, Jelly Bean and Ozzy all keep the finishing fairly light.
There’s also a baby octopus applique, a C2C blanket square, a Curly Q hat embellishment and a soft pillow-sized Squish. Use the Explorer filters to narrow the collection by yarn, difficulty and project type, then pick the one that actually suits what you want to crochet.
16 Free Crochet Octopus Patterns
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Reversible Octopus Fidget Toy Crochet Pattern
Two colors and two faces give this reversible crochet octopus a completely different mood when you flip it inside out. Hookfully’s free pattern is beginner-friendly, no-sew and made without stuffing, with all those curly tentacles worked around the edge.
Free Crochet Octopus and Jellyfish Appliques
Small enough for cards, bags or other sea-themed projects, this flat crochet octopus has a rounded head and four curly tentacles. The pattern is free on the blog and sits alongside a matching jellyfish applique made in a similar way.
Octo Ollie Mini Octopus Amigurumi Pattern
Octo Ollie is a tiny round octopus with eight little legs and a finish that takes less than 20 minutes. It’s a free no-sew crochet pattern rated easy, with a step-by-step tutorial plus instructions for turning him into a keychain.
Colorful No-Sew Crochet Octopus Amigurumi Pattern
Bright colors make this octopus a great way to use up yarn leftovers. In the beginner-friendly free pattern, you crochet eight separate arms and work them directly onto the body, so there’s no sewing them all on afterward.
Bubbles Mini No-Sew Octopus Amigurumi Pattern
Bubbles is a small, round octopus with eight curly legs worked straight into the body. Free to follow online, the crochet pattern works for a mini cotton keychain or a much squishier chenille version, and there’s no sewing at all.
Oscar the Octopus Crochet Coffee Cozy
Oscar turns an ordinary travel mug into a crochet octopus, complete with a ribbed body and a row of dangling legs. His free pattern uses worsted yarn scraps, works up quickly and only needs a little sewing to close the cozy and add eyes.
Free Curly Octopus Crochet Keychain Pattern
One little octopus, two completely different looks: choose long curly arms or short stubby ones made with popcorn stitches. Free on the blog, this beginner-friendly crochet pattern also shows you how to add a keyring for the finished amigurumi.
Mr and Mrs Octopus Amigurumi Patterns
Mr. and Mrs. Octopus have round stuffed bodies, long curly legs and optional accessories that give them different personalities. Alongside the free crochet pattern, there’s a step-by-step video tutorial plus instructions for a tiny top hat and bow.
Baby Octopus Applique Free Crochet Pattern
Mr. Giggley is a tiny baby octopus applique with an oval head and four long, wiggly tentacles. His free pattern keeps the crochet simple enough for beginners, takes less than ten minutes and comes with a step-by-step video tutorial.
Octopus C2C Blanket Square Free Pattern
A bright octopus fills this C2C square, ready to become part of a blanket, pillow, tote bag or wall hanging. Lovable Loops provides the crochet pattern free, with both a graph and written instructions for advanced beginners tackling the color changes.
Jelly Bean No-Sew Amigurumi Octopus Pattern
Jelly Bean is a plump little octopus with bobbly tentacles worked directly into the body for a completely no-sew finish. The crochet pattern is free, beginner-friendly and paired with a full video tutorial, using super bulky chenille for a soft amigurumi.
Kraken Octopus Egg Cozy Free Pattern
Eight springy curlicues turn this little egg cover into a wonderfully silly octopus for Easter. Moogly’s free crochet pattern uses a small amount of cotton yarn and two button eyes, with embroidered eyes suggested if you would rather leave the buttons off.
Preemie Octopus With Curly Tentacles Pattern
An oval head and eight long spiral tentacles give this one-piece octopus its distinctive shape. The crochet pattern is free and beginner-friendly; if you are making it for a preemie donation, the designer says to check your hospital’s requirements first.
Octopus Curly Q Crochet Hat Topper
Eight chunky curls grow from one central ring to create this fun octopus embellishment for hats and other projects. Worked in one piece, the free crochet pattern uses chunky yarn before the finished Curly Q is sewn wherever you want it.
Squishy Octopus Pillow Free Crochet Pattern
Big, soft and seriously squishy, this octopus pillow has a round body, wiggly tentacles and button suckers underneath. Moogly shares the crochet pattern free, using super bulky blanket yarn with a microbead pillow ball or regular stuffing inside.
Ozzy No-Sew Amigurumi Octopus Crochet Pattern
Ozzy is a chunky octopus with a rounded head and eight curled tentacles worked straight from the body. The free pattern keeps the crochet easy and no-sew, with bulky yarn and a step-by-step video tutorial showing the whole amigurumi from beginning to end.
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Free Crochet Octopus Pattern FAQs
What can I make with a free crochet octopus pattern?
There’s much more than amigurumi in this collection. You can make a reversible octopus, mini keychain, appliques, coffee cozy, egg cozy, C2C blanket square, hat embellishment and squishy pillow. Use the Explorer filters to narrow the free crochet octopus patterns by project type.
Which free crochet octopus patterns are good for beginners?
Several are specifically described as beginner-friendly or easy, including Flippy Friends, Octo Ollie, Bubbles, the Jen Hayes keychain and Jelly Bean. Some also include a step-by-step video tutorial, so you can use the Explorer difficulty filter to find a pattern that suits your experience.
Are there any no-sew crochet octopus patterns?
Yes, and there are several different styles. Flippy Friends, Octo Ollie, Bubbles, Jelly Bean and Ozzy are all no-sew designs, while the colorful Cuddly Stitches octopus has separately made arms that are crocheted directly onto the body rather than sewn in place.
What yarn should I use for a crochet octopus?
Start with what you already have in your stash. Use the Explorer filters to narrow the free crochet octopus patterns by yarn weight, then check the individual designer’s recommended yarn and hook before starting. This collection includes projects made with several different yarn weights.
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Published: August 17, 2024 | Last Updated: September 22, 2026
