- Designed by: Loops and Love Crochet
This cute little fellow is so adorable and sweet! In other words, it's a very fun project, that's going to make an amazing toy for the little ones. Moreover, this cutie is about 4 - 5 inches tall, that's why it's perfect for a lovey!
Photo is by Loops and Love Crochet / Ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on loopsandlovecrochet.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
TagsEmil, the Preemie Crochet Octopus
Meet Emil, the cute preemie octopus crochet pattern. Do you crochet for charity? Have you heard about preemie octopus before? They're cute little amigurumi octopus (or jellyfish) suffed toys. Yes, they are adorable but that's not all. Scientific research has shown they actually help preemies get better. “The purpose of the crocheted octopuses is to promote comfort and development for the pre-term babies while in the hospital. The tentacles of the soft octos mimic the feel of the umbilical cord in their tiny hands and have been found to soothe the babies and help prevent them from pulling on wires and tubes.” Octopus for a Preemie-US Project Ambassador Randi Palm of Lonsdale Emil is an easy, beginner-friendly plush crochet octopus pattern. Only single crochet stitches are used throughout the pattern. Guidelines on size and construction were followed to be sure you can donate your crochet octopus to charity.
Crochet Octopus Free Pattern
This free crochet octopus pattern was recommended in a Martha Stewart article about how these plush toys help preemies. The pattern is available in both US and UK crochet terms. This toy uses crochet eyes so you don't have to worry about safety eyes. Note that there aren't specific instructions for personalizing the octopus with accessories, but you can get some great inspiration from the photos.
Baby Octopus Amigurumi Free Crochet Pattern
- Designed by: Whistle and Ivy
I absolutely love this one! This octopus is so fluffy and cuddly, that your kiddo won't stop playing with it. Moreover, it's going to make a great lovey - just remember to replace the plastic eyes for embroidery, if you want to give it to a baby.
Amigurumi Octopus Free Crochet Pattern
- Designed by: Mari-Liis Lille
This adorable octopus amigurumi is so easy and fast to make, you'll be able to enjoy your sweet toy in almost no time. In other words, let's start crocheting! If you want to make it safer for babies, just replace any plastic elements for embroidery.
Crochet Octopus Free Pattern - No Eyes Required
If you want to avoid the issue of safety eyes altogether, then one option is to forgo the eyes entirely. They aren't necessary to make a cute crochet octopus. Lilla Bjorn Crochet used this pattern and explains why she chose a no-eyes design. The pattern is by Anastasia Popova of Crochet for Babies.
