Whip up a sweet pocket-sized sea pal with the free no-sew crochet octopus pattern by Once Upon a Cheerio, a lightning-fast make designed for absolute beginners. Standing at a tiny 2.6 inches tall, this miniature critter avoids the headache of sewing small pieces together by working the tentacles straight into the lower rounds of the body.
Stitching it in DK-weight plush chenille yarn with a 3.25 mm hook creates an ultra-soft, velvety finish that works up in less than an hour. The compact size makes it a fun candidate for backpack keychains, party favors, desk companions, or quick stocking stuffers. Because you can crank out several in one evening without ever picking up a yarn needle to stitch on limbs, it is a great stash-buster for using up small chenille yarn scraps. Grab a ball of plush DK chenille, pick up your 3.25 mm hook, and crochet this cute no-sew octopus for an adorable, fast handheld buddy!
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