The Octopus Squish crochet pattern samples are made in pink, light blue, green, and purple yarn. The 4 octopus amigurumi are stacked 2 high in 2 piles. The text on the image says "The Octopus Squish by Sweet Softies Pattern Review".

The Octopus Squish by Sweet Softies

The Octopus Squish amigurumi pattern is a delightful and quick crochet project, perfect for creating last-minute gifts, craft fair products, or simply indulging in a fun and satisfying crafting experience. Its no-sew construction and minimal material requirements make it accessible for beginners, while its charming design appeals to crafters of all skill levels.

The Octopus Squish crochet pattern samples are made in pink, green, and purple yarn. The pink octopus amigurumi in being held in a hand with the other 2 in the background. The text on the image says "The Octopus Squish by Sweet Softies Pattern Review".

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The Octopus Squish

The Octopus Squish by Sweet Softies is an adorable and beginner-friendly crochet pattern that allows you to create a charming, pocket-sized octopus plushie in just about 20 minutes.

Pattern Name: The Octopus Squish
Designer: Sweet Softies
Craft: Crochet
Project Type: Toy – Amigurumi
Yarn Weight: Super Bulky
Suggested Yarn: Bernat Blanket, Hobbii Baby Snuggle Solid

Design and Construction

This no-sew amigurumi pattern is worked entirely in one piece, featuring a round, squishy body and eight chubby tentacles. The tentacles can be styled either by pulling them down for a jellyfish-like appearance or curving them upwards for a cute, seated look. The design’s simplicity and kawaii (cute) aesthetic make it a delightful desk ornament, keychain charm, or thoughtful gift.

Sizing

The finished octopus measures approximately 2 inches (5 cm) in height, making it a perfect pocket-sized companion. However, the size can be easily adjusted by using different yarn weights and corresponding hook sizes to create larger or smaller versions.

Materials and Yarn

The pattern recommends using super bulky weight yarns such as Hobbii Baby Snuggle Solid or Bernat Blanket, both 100% polyester, to achieve a soft and cuddly texture. Approximately 10-15 yards are needed per octopus, making it an excellent stash-busting project.

A 5.0 mm (H) crochet hook is suggested to achieve the appropriate gauge.

The crochet pattern also recommends 9 mm plastic safety eyes, stuffing, black embroidery thread for facial features, yarn needle, and scissors.

Skill Level and Techniques

This pattern is suitable for beginners, requiring familiarity with basic crochet stitches and techniques, including:

  • Single crochet (sc)
  • Increases (inc) and decreases (dec)
  • Working in the round
  • Back loop only (BLO) and front loop only (FLO) stitches

The pattern provides clear, step-by-step instructions, and a complete video tutorial is available to assist crocheters through the process.

The Octopus Squish crochet pattern samples are made in pink, light blue, green, and purple yarn. The 4 octopus amigurumi are stacked 2 high in 2 piles. The text on the image says "The Octopus Squish by Sweet Softies Pattern Review".

Availability

The Octopus Squish pattern is available for free on the Sweet Softies website, offering both written instructions and a video tutorial. An ad-free, printable PDF version is also available for purchase on Ravelry, which includes additional modifications for chubby tentacles.

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