This free pattern starts by making the body part, head, dorsal fins, pectoral fins, keel, trunk rings, and it also has instructions on how to assemble all parts, and how to embroider the mouth and how to embroider on the tail, head, and cheeks.

You can make it with any weight of yarn you prefer; you can make it smaller/ bigger by using thinner/ thicker yarn with a suitable hook for it.

You can use it as a thoughtful handmade gift for couples, ocean lovers, or amigurumi fans.

Designer: Red Bunny Crochet

Materials

• Yarn size you prefer in colors:
• Blue, pink, yellow
• White, light pink, pink threads for emboidery
• Safety eyes
• Wire
• Electric taoe

Abbreviations

Mr – magic ring
st – stitch
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease
dc – double crochet
hdc – half double crochet
ch – chain stitch
tr – treble crochet

Body

Fill with stuffing while you crochet.

Using blue color.

Rnd 1: 5 sc in Mr (5)
Rnd 2-15: 5 sc (5) (14 rounds)

Place a wire frame covered with electric tape to allow the tail to be movable.

Rnd 16: 5 inc (10)
Rnd 17: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 5 (15)
Rnd 18: (4 sc, 1 inc) x 3 (18)
Rnd 19-21: 18 sc (18) (3 rounds)
Rnd 22: 3 dec, 12 sc (15)
Rnd 23: 15 sc (15)
Rnd 24: 7 sc, 3 dec, 2 sc (12)
Rnd 25-26: 12 sc (12) (2 rounds)
Rnd 27: 6 dec (6)

Fasten off and hide the ends.

Head

Fill with stuffing while you crochet.

Using blue color.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in Mr (6)
Rnd 2-3: 6 sc (6) (2 rounds)
Rnd 4: 2 sc, 2 inc, 2 sc (8)

Place the eyes between rnds 5 and 6 of the head, 4 st apart.

Rnd 5: 2 sc, 1 inc, 2 sc, 1 inc, 2 sc (10)
Rnd 6: 10 sc (10)
Rnd 7: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 5 (20)
Rnd 8: (1 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc) x 5 (20)
Rnd 9-10: 20 sc (20) (2 rounds)
Rnd 11: (1 sc, 1 dec, 1 sc) x 5 (15)
Rnd 12: (1 sc, 1 dec) x 5 (10)
Rnd 13: 5 dec (5)

Fasten off and hide the ends.

Dorsal Fins x2

Using pink color.

Rnd 1: Mr 1 hdc, 2 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc, 2 ch, 1 sc, 1 hdc, 2 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sl st

Fasten off and hide the ends.

Using blue thread, embroider lines around the fins.

Pectoral Fins x2

Using pink color make a Mr (crochet using blue color: 3 ch, color change to pink: 1 sc) x 6

Fasten off and hide the ends.

Keel

Using yellow color.

Rnd 1: Mr 3 ch, 3 tr, 2 dc, 1 ch, 1 tr, 1 ch, 2 dc, 3 tr, 3 ch, 1 sl st

Fasten off and hide the ends.

Trunk Rings

Using pink color.

Rnd 1: 30 ch, start on the thrid ch from the hook: (1 sl st, 3 ch) x 28

Fasten off and hide the ends.

Assembly

• Sew the head onto the body, between rnds 8 and 9 of the head.
• Sew the trunk rings from rnd 9 of the head to rnd 12 of the body.
• Sew the pectoral fins to the head, between rnds 10 and 11. 5 st apart.
• Sew the dorsal fins between rnds 22 and 23 of the body.

Embroidery

• Using white thread, embroider a white line around the pupil.
• Using light pink thread, embroider lines 2st long on the tail, with 1 st distance between each line.
• Using light pink thread, embroider 1st long lines over the head, like confetti.
• Using pink thread, emboider an X under the eye to simulate a blush.

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Stitches used in this tutorial are so simple and easy, like single crochet stitches, half double crochet stitches, and some crochet techniques like increasing and decreasing.

This tutorial includes how to make the main body, fins, and flower, and how to assemble all parts. You can customize it by adding a different flower shape, a bow, or a smile to give it a different look.

It’s perfect as a unique handmade gift for friends, children, or collectors. Display it on shelves, tables, or in a nursery for a touch of whimsy.

Designer: Dolls and Stuffies

Materials

• Premier Parfait Chunky yarn in 3 colors
• 4 mm crochet hook
• 16 mm safety eyes
• Yarn needle
• Stuffing

Abbreviations

Mr – magic ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
hdc – half double crochet

Body

Rnd 1: 8 sc in a Mr (8)
Rnd 2: 8 inc (16)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x 8 (24)
Rnd 4: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
Rnd 5: (2 sc, inc, 2 sc) x 6 (36)
Rnd 6-11: 36 sc (36) (6 rounds)
Rnd 12: (sc, dec) x 6, (4 sc, dec) x 3 (27)
Rnd 13: (sc, dec) x 4, (3 sc, dec) x 3 (20)
Rnd 14: (sc, dec) x 3, 9 sc, dec (16)
Rnd 15-18: 16 sc (16) (4 rounds)

Insert eyes between R6-7, 13 stitches apart. Make sure the decreases for the back of the head are centered between the eyes.

Start stuffing, continue as you go. Stuff the tail lightly.

Rnd 19: (6 sc, dec) x 2 (14)
Rnd 20-21: 14 sc (14) (2 rounds)
Rnd 22: (5 sc, dec) x 2 (12)
Rnd 23-25: 12 sc (12) (3 rounds)
Rnd 26: 6 dec (6)

Fasten off, use the tail to close the hole, using the front loops of R26. Weave in yarn tail.\

Front Fins x2

Rnd 1: 6 sc in a Mr (6)
Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)
Rnd 3: (3 sc, inc) x 3 (15)
Rnd 4-5: 15 sc (15) (2 rounds)
Rnd 6: (sc, dec) x 5 (10)
Rnd 7-8: 10 sc (10) (2 rounds)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing later. Do not stuff.

Back Fins x2

Rnd 1: 6 sc in Mr (6)
Rnd 2: (sc, inc) x 3 (9)
Rnd 3: (2 sc, inc) x 3 (12)
Rnd 4: (3 sc, inc) x 3 (15)
Rnd 5: 15 sc (15)
Rnd 6: (sc, dec) x 5 (10)
Rnd 7: 10 sc (10)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing later. Do not stuff.

Petals x5

6 ch, starting in the 2nd ch from the hook – 2 sl st, 2 sc, 4 hdc in last stitch, on the other side of the ch – 2 sc, 2 sl st.

Fasten off by sl st into 1st stitch of the round. Weave in yarn tails.

Flower Center

Rnd 1: 5 sc in Mr (5)
Rnd 2: attacj each petal by crocheting into the fasten off stitch, then into the next stitch in the center, then complete the sc. Each sc will attach a petal. 5 sc (5)
Rnd 3: 5 sc (5)

Fasten off, use the tail to close the hole, using the front loops of R3. Leave a long tail for sewing.

Assembly

• Front fins: sew the front fins on R7-10, at a slight angle.
• Back fins: sew the back fins on R24-26
• Tail curveL curve the tail slightly and add a few stitches to keep the curve.
• Flower: sew the flower on the head of the whale in the center of R10.

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Stitches used in this tutorial are so simple and easy, like single crochet stitches, double crochet stitches, half double crochet stitches, and some crochet techniques like increasing and decreasing, working in front loop only, and back loop only.

This pattern is working in the round, starting with the body part, claws, legs, and whiskers, then attaching safety eyes to the body part.

Before you start, make sure you spread the polyfil stuffing with your hands, and when working in the front loops for the claws, in the next round, work in the back loops.

It’s great for ocean-themed decor, unique gifts, or adding a touch to your amigurumi collection, brightening shelves.

Designer: Melly Inspired Crochet

Materials

• Premier Parfait Chunky in Cardinal
• 4 mm crochet hook
• Polyfil
• Stitch marker
• Scissors
• Darning needle
• 9 mm safety eyes

Abbreviations

sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – decreae
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
dc – double crochet
hdc – half double crochet
BLO – back loops only
FLO – front loops only

Body

To get a good head and body shape, make sure you spread the polyfil with your hands toward the outer walls of your plush and then stuff the middle.

Rnd 1: sl knot and ch 3, in 2nd ch from hook sc, inc, on other side of ch sc, inc (6)
Rnd 2: (1 inc, 2 sc) x 2 (8)
Rnd 3: (1 inc, 3 sc) x 2 (10)
Rnd 4: Claw, 4 sc, Claw, (inc, sc) x 2 (12)

Be sure to work in the back loops of the Claws in next round.

Rnd 5-6: sc around (12)

Insert safety eyes between round 2-3 approx 2 st apart.

Rnd 7: (1 dec, 4 sc) x 2 (10)
Rnd 8: 2 sc, dec, 3 sc, inc, 2 sc (10)
Rnd 9: (1 dec, 3 sc) x 2 (8)
Rnd 10-11: sc around (8)
Rnd 12: sc until you reach the side of lobster and ch 1

Fold in half and work the following st across: 3 dc in 1 st, 2 dc, 3 dc in 1 st (8)

Rnd 13: ch 1 and turn, inc x 2, 4 sc, inc x 2 (12)

Sl st, fasten off and weave in ends.

Claws x2

Be sure note when working in the front loops for the claws, in the next round you will work in the back loops in order for the row count to be correct.

Sl st into front loop of st and ch 5, in 2nd ch from hook: (hdc x2, sl st all in same st), ch 2, hdc in 2nd ch from hook and sl st back into first, st, sl st down rest of ch and sl st back into original st.

Legs x6

Sl st between round 506 of st (right behind claw) and ch 4, in 2nd ch from hook: 3 sc down ch and sl st back into original st without cutting off yarn, continue into next round and make 2 more legs totaling 3 on each side of your lobster.

(Sl st into next st and ch 4, in 2nd ch from hook: 3 sc down ch and sl st back into original st) x 2

Sl st, fasten off and weave in ends.

Whiskers x2

Sl st into round 2 and ch 5, fasten off and weave in ends back into plush do this again on the other side approx. 1 st apart.

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This pattern includes instructions on how to make the crab legs, arms, and body. It uses simple stitches like single crochet, increasing, and decreasing, making it beginner friendly. Once all parts are finished, you just attach the limbs, shape the eyes, and add the safety eyes.

You can customize your crab by using any color you like or adding small details. This crab makes a lovely decoration, a cute handmade gift, or a fun toy for kids.

Designer: Manicula Magica

Materials

• Orange Chenille yarn
• White yarn for eye detail
• 4-5 mm crochet hook
• Darning needle for sewing details
• Stuffing
• 18 mm safety eyes
• Stitch markers

Abbreviations

Mr – magic ring
sc – single crochet
st – stitch
inc – increase
dec – decrease
sl st – slip stitch

Legs x2

Rnd 1: 4 sc in a Mr (4)
Rnd 2: 4 inc (8)
Rnd 3-4: 8 sc (8)

Finish off, then make a second one, which you don’t finish off. Instead, connect it with the first part, crocheting 2 sl st through both parts. Finish off, then make a third one and connect it with the second one, again with 2 sl st. Make sure you find the two middle stitches of the second part to do so. Don’t finish off.

Rnd 5: 16 sc all around (16)

Finish off. Stuff.

Arms x2

Rnd 1: 4 sc in Mr (4)
Rnd 2: (1 inc, 1 sc) x 2 (6)
Rnd 3: 6 sc (6)

Finish off, make the second part, don’t finish off.

Rnd 1: 4 sc in Mr (4)
Rnd 2: 4 inc (8)
Rnd 3-4: 8 sc (8)

Connect it with the first part of the arm using 2 sl st. Continue crochetin all around.

Rnd 5: sc, 4 inc, 5 sc (14)
Rnd 6: 10 sc, 2 dec (12)
Rnd 7: (sc, dec) x 4 (8)

Finish off and stuff.

Body

Rnd 1: 8 sc in Mr (8)
Rnd 2: sc, (3 sc in one st) x 2, 2 sc, (3 sc in one st) x 2, sc (16)
Rnd 3: 2 sc, 4 inc, 4 sc, 4 inc, 2 sc (24)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 8 (32)
Rnd 5: (7 sc, inc) x 4 (36)
Rnd 6: (8 sc, inc) x 4 (40)
Rnd 7: 40 sc (40)
Rnd 8: (9 sc, inc) x 4 (44)
Rnd 9: 44 sc (44)
Rnd 10: (3 sc, dec, 4 sc, dec) x 4 (36)

In the next 2 rounds we will join the arms and legs. Make sure to start joining with a st on the side of the arm/leg.

When crocheting them together, place the outer sides together.

Rnd 11: 8 sc through leg and body part, sc, 4 sc through arm and body part, 8 sc, 4 sc through 2nd arm and body, sc, 8 sc through 2nd leg and body, 2 sc (36)

Rnd 12: (2 sc, dec, 3 sc, dec) x 4 (28) – crochet through the normal body part and the leftover st of arms and legs, ignore the 9 and 4 sc connection st from last round. Insert the eyes between rows 8-9 after.
Rnd 13: (2 sc, dec) x 7 (21)
Rnd 14: (sc, dec) x 7 (14)
Rnd 15: 7 dec (7)

Finish off, close.

Legs: to connect with body, first insert your hook into the st of the leg, then into the st of the body.

Arms: make sure that when you connect the first arm, the smaller part of the claw is on the left. When connecting the second claw, the smaller claw part is supposed to be facing right.

Details

Eye shaping: to create a little more shape and a little nose, pinch the eyes together and sew back and forth, inserting the orange yar right on the inner part of the eye and bringing it out at the inner part of the other eye. Then insert again (use another st close). Repeat some times and pull it as tight as you like.

White eye details: insert the needle with yarn anywhere between the eyes (leave a tail) and bring it out right under one eye. Insert again right on top of the eye. Bring it out on top of the eye, and insert it again under the eye. Bring it to the place where the tail is. Secure the ends with a knot and hide them inside.

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This guide is filled with step-by-step instructions to help you create this adorable umbrella octopus.

Stitches used in this tutorial are single crochet stitches, half double crochet stitches, double crochet stitches, and some crochet techniques like increasing, decreasing, working in front loop & back loop only.

It’s perfect for ocean-themed color, unique gifts for kids, Sealife lovers and collectors, and nursery displays.

Designer: Crafty Emmi

Materials

• 2.5 mm crochet hook
• Sport weight yarn in 2 colors (A: coral, B: apricot)
• 12 mm safety eyes
• Polyester fiberfill

Abbreviations

rnd – round
st – stitch
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
dc – double crochet
sc2tog – 2 st together with sc (decrease)
sc3tog – 3 st together with sc
FLO – front loops only

Fins x2

Use color A.

ch 7, dc in fourth ch from hook, hdc in next 2 ch, sc in last ch, fasten off.

Make two and set them aside for later.

Eyes x2

Use color B.

ch 6, sl st in first ch, 12 sc in chain ring, fasten off with an invisible join to 2nd sc.

Insert the shaft of a safety eye into the hole of the ring. Make two and set them aside for later.

Head

Use color A.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring
Rnd 2: (2 sc, in next sc) x 6 (12)
Rnd 3: (2 sc in next sc, 1 sc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, in next sc, 2 sc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: (2 sc in next sc, 3 sc) x 6 (30)
Rnd 6: (2 sc in next sc, 4 sc) x 6 (36)
Rnd 7-9: 36 sc (36)
Rnd 10: (2 sc in next sc, 11 sc) x 3 (39)
Rnd 11-12: 39 sc (39)
Rnd 13: (2 sc in next sc, 12 sc) x 3 (42)
Rnd 14: 42 sc (42)
Rnd 15: (2 sc in next sc, 13 sc) x 3 (45)
Rnd 16: (2 sc in next sc, 14 sc) x 3 (48)

Attach the fins and place the eyes with their rings between rnd 13 and 14, 10 st apart (counted in rnd 14).

Umbrella

Rnd 17: 48 sc FLO (48)
Rnd 18: (2 sc in next sc, 2 sc) x 16 (64)
Rnd 19: (2 sc in next 2 sc, 6 sc) x 8 (80)

Note: the invisible decrease is not suitable when working sc3tog in next rounds.

Rnd 20: (1 sc, 2 sc in next 2 sc, 3 sc, sc3tog, 1 sc) x 8 (80)

Note: the starting point changes in the following rounds.

Rnd 21: (2 sc, 2 sc in next 2 sc, 3 sc, sc3tog) x 8 (80),
add 1 sc in first sc of this round and mark the next sc (-> that is your new starting point)
Rnd 22: (2 sc in next sc, 1 sc, 2 sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc3tog) x 8 (96),
add 1 sc in first sc of this round and mark the next sc (-> the is your new starting point)
Rnd 23: (2 sc in next 2 sc, 1 sc, 2 sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc, 2 sc in next 2 sc, sc3tog) x 8 (128), change to color B,
add 1 sc in first sc of this round and mark the next sc (-> that is your new starting point)

Rnd 24: (3 sc, 1 sc in next sc and fifth next sc together (see this detail later), 4 sc, sc3tog) x 8 (72)

Fasten off with an invisible join to 2nd sc.

Rnd 24: Insert your hook into the indicated sc, skip the next 4 sc and insert the hook into the fifth next sc from the back.

Pull up a loop through both sc together and complete the single crochet as usual.

Closing.

Go inside the piece and start with color A in first back loop of rnd 16.

Rnd 1: (sc2tog, 6 sc) x 6 (42)
Rnd 2: (sc2tog, 5 sc) x 6 (36)
Rnd 3: (sc2tog, 4 sc) x 6 (30)

Start stuffing.

Rnd 4: (sc2tog, 3 sc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: (sc2tog, 2 sc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 6: (sc2tog, 1 sc) x 6 (12)
Rnd 7: (sc2tog) x 6 (6)

Fasten off and close the remaining hole.

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It’s crafted with Parfait chunky red yarn, a 4mm crochet hook, safety eyes, stuffing, tapestry needle, scissors, and stitch markers to keep your stitches in line.

This tutorial includes how to make the body, legs, right claw, and left claw. Just follow the instructions to complete it quickly and have your cheerful sea friend.

This crochet baby crab pattern creates a tiny sea creature with soft claws, which is perfect for beach-themed décor, nursery décor, or toys.

Designer: Hook Crochet Co

Materials

• Red yarn (Parfait Chunky)
• 4 mm crochet hook
• 10 mm safety eyes
• Stuffing
• Tapestry needle
• Scissos
• Stitch markers

Abbreviations

sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease
sl st – slip stitch
ch – chain
hdc – half double crochet
hdc inc – half double crochet increase
BO – booble stitch (5 loops on the hook)
FLO – front loops only
Mr – magic ring

Crab

Rnd 1: 8 sc in Mr (8)
Rnd 2: inc x 8 (16)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x 8 (24)

The bobbles in the next round are made with 4 unfinished double crochets. There should be 5 loops on the hook before pulling through.

Rnd 4: 10 sc, BO, 3 sc, BO, 9 sc (24)

In the next round, mark the first back loop with a stitch marker.

Rnd 5: working in FLO, (3 sc, inc) x 5, 4 sc (29)
Rnd 6: working in the remaining back loops starting with where your stitch marker is, sc around (24)
Rnd 7: 5 sc, Leg, 2 sc, Leg, 2 sc, Leg, 8 sc, Leg, 2 sc, Leg, 2 sc, Leg, 3 sc (24)

Legs: ch 5, starting in 2nd chain from hook, sl st x 4, sl st back into original stitch in body

In needed, adjust the location of the legs to make sure they are evenly located on the sides.

Rnd 8: skip over the legs and claws, (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Add safety eyes in bobbles.

Rnd 9: (sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Stuff.

Rnd 10: dec x 6 (6)

Slip stitch in the next stitch and fasten off.
Sew hole closed.

Claws

• Right Claw – hold up-side down and front facing you. Insert your hook between rounds 7-8 and pull yarn through. Complete instrctions below for the claw.
• Left Claw – hold right-side up and the front facing you. Insert your hook between rounds 7-8 and pull yarn through. Complete instructions below fot the claw.
• Claws: ch 6, starting in 2nd chain from hook, sc, hdc inc, hdc, sl st x2, sl st back into body.

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This adorable sea creature is worked in the round using double treble crochet stitches and single crochet stitches to create a soft, bubbly surface.

With a round puffy body, little fins, a hat, and its expression, it’s the perfect stash-busting project for ocean lovers and handmade gift givers.

It’s crafted with sport-weight yarn with blue, turquoise, off-white, and purple shades, a 2mm crochet hook, safety eyes, stuffing, a tapestry needle, scissors, and some scraps of yarn in different colors for embroidery.

Designer: Natura Crochet

Materials

• Sport weight yarn in: blue, turquoise, off-white, purple
• Scraps of yarn in different color (yellow, off-white)
• Small black beads or saferty eyes (2 mm)
• 2 mm crochet hook
• Sewing neelde
• Pins
• Stitch markers
• Fiberfill

Size: 10 cm tall

Abbreviations

Mr – magic ring
ch – chain
st – stitch
sc – single crochet
dtr – double treble crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease
sl st – slip stitch

Body & Head

Start in off-white.

(Be aware that the dtr stitches pop out on the rish side of work. You can push them in the right direction when making the next sc. Make the dtr stitches more relaxed/loose and sc stitches tighter for more edefined spikes.)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in Mr (6)
Rnd 2: (dtr+sc in one st) x 6 (12)
Rnd 3: inc in all 12 st (24)
Rnd 4: (dtr, sc) x 12 (24)
Rnd 5: (sc, inc) x 12 (36)
Rnd 6: (dtr, sc) x 18 (36)
Rnd 7: (2 sc, inc) x 12 (48)
Rnd 8: (dtr, sc) x 24 (48)
Rnd 9: sc in all 48 sc (48)
Rnd 10: (sc, dtr) x 24 (48)
Rnd 11: sc in all 48 st (48)
Rnd 12: (dtr, sc) x 24 (48)
Rnd 13: sc in all 48 st (48)
Rnd 14: (sc, dtr) x 24 (48)
Rnd 15: sc in all 48 st (48)

Change to blue, cut the off-white yarn.

Rnd 16-20: (5 rounds) sc in all 48 st (48)
Rnd 21: (2 sc, dec) x 12 (36)
Rnd 22: sc in all 36 st (36)

Stuff the body with fiberfill and continue stuffing as you go.

Rnd 23: (sc, dec) x 12 (24)
Rnd 24: sc in all 24 st (24)
Rnd 25: 12 dec (12)
Rnd 26: 6 dec (6)

Fasten off, leaving a yarn tail.

Using a yarn needle, weave the yarn tail through the front loop of each remaining stitch and pull it tight to close.

Weave in the yarn end.

Tail

Startin turquoise

ch 9. Stitches are worked around both sides of the foundation chain.

Rnd 1: start in second ch from hook, inc, 6 sc, 4 sc in last ch. Continue on the other side of the foundation chain, 6 sc, inc (20)
Rnd 2-4: (3 rounds) sc in all 20 st (20)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, dec) x 4 (16)

Change to blue, don’t cut the turquoise yarn.

Rnd 6: sc in all 16 st (16)

Change to turquoise, don’t cut the blue yarn.

Rnd 7: (2 sc, dec) x 4 (12)

Change to blue, cut the turquoise yarn.

Rnd 8-9: (2 rounds) sc in all 12 st (12)

The tail doen’t need to be stuffed. Sl st in next st. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Sew the tail between rounds 11 and 16 of the body and head.

Dorsal Fin x2

Start in turquoise.

ch 5. Stitches are wored around both sides of the foundation chain.

Rnd 1: start in second ch from hook, inc, 2 sc, 4 sc in last ch. Continue on the other side of the foundation chain, 2 sc,inc (12)
Rnd 2-3: sc in all 12 st (12)
Rnd 4: dec, 8 sc, dec (10)
Rnd 5: dec, 6 sc, dec (8)

Sl st in next st. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Sew the dorsal fins over and under the tail with an interspace of approx. 1 stitch.

Lateral Fin x2

Starting in Off-white.

Ch 7. Stitches are worked around both sides of the foundation chain.

Rnd 1: start in second ch from hook, inc, 4 sc, 4 sc in last ch. Continue on the other side of the foundation chain, 4 sc, inc (16)
Rnd 2: sc in all 16 st (16)
Rnd 3: (2sc, dec) x 4 (12)
Rnd 4: sc in all 12 st (12)
Rnd 5: (2 sc, dec) x 3 (9)
Rnd 6: sc in all 9 st (9)
Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 3 (6)

Sl st in next st. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewign. Sew the lateral fins to the sides of the body and head between rounds 18-22 with an interspace of approx. 20 stitches at the front.

Eye x2

Starting in Off-white.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in a mR (6)
Rnd 2: inc in all 6 st (12)

Sl st in next st. Fasten off and weave in the yarn end. Sew a small black bead in the centerr of the magic ring or insert a small black safety eye. As this part is vert small, recommended splitting a separate yarn tail into strands and using a single strand of off-white yarn to sew the eyes between rounds 20 and 25 of the body and head with an interspace of approx. 1 st.

Mouth

Starting in turquoise.

Ch 18 and join with a sl st to make a circle. Make sure the chain isn’t twisted. Crochet 20 sc in the circle by wrapping them around the chain and not making them into any chain spaces, sl st in first st.

Fasten off, cut the yarn, weave the end in between the stitches. As this part is small, recommended splitting a separate yarn tail into strands and using a single strand of turquoise yarn to sew the mouth between rounds 16 and 20 of the body and head.

Embroider straight stitches on the body and head and lateral fins using off-white and yellow yarns.

Hat

Stating in purple.

Rnd 1: 4 sc in a Mr (4)
Rnd 2: 3 sc, inc (5)
Rnd 4: (sc, inc) x 3 (9)
Rnd 5: (2 sc, inc) x 3 (12)
Rnd 6: sc in all 12 st (12)
Rnd 7: (2 sc, inc) x 4 (16)
Rnd 8: sc in all 16 st (16)
Rnd 9: (3 sc, inc) x 4 (20)
Rnd 10: (4 sc, inc) x 4 (24)
Rnd 11: sc in all 24 st (24)
Rnd 12: inc in all 24 st (48)
Rnd 13: sl st in all 48 st (48)

Sl st in next st. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. The hat doesn’t need to be stuffed. Sew the hat on top of the body and head.

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You can make this starfish as an applique, or you can fill it with fiber and use it as a stuffed creature, but make sure to fill every arm after you make it, and before you start on the last arm, make sure to fill the body part and add a bit by bit of filling as you crochet the last arm.

All you need to know before working on this pattern is how to make a single crochet stitch, also you need to know how to increase and decrease.

It’s perfect for gifts, nursery décor, or appliques; this crocheted starfish adds coastal charm anywhere.

Designer: Twingurumi

Materials

• Cotton yarn – size 8/4, in the following colors:
• Light purple
• Scissors
• 2.5 mm crochet hook
• Sewing needle
• Fiberfill

Abbreviations

Mr – magic ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease

Starfish

Use light purple color yarn or color of choice.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in Mr (6)
Rnd 2: inc x 6 (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)

Make 2 circles, fasten off only the 1st one.

Continue R6 with the 2nd circle to make the 1st arm, do not cut the yarn of fasten off!

Rnd 6: 6 sc, place the 1st circle the back side to the back side of the 2nd circle, make 6 sc across the 2nd circle (12)
Rnd 7-10: sc around (12)
Rnd 11: (2 sc, dec) x 3 (9)
Rnd 12-15: sc around (9)
Rnd 16: (1 sc, dec) x 3 (6)
Rnd 17-20: sc around (6)

Fasten off, weave in the ends.

To make the other arms, attach yarn on R5 and repeat from R6 to R20 5 more times.

Optional: if you are filling the starfish, make sure to fill evert arm after you make it. Before you start on the last arm, make sure to fill the body and add a bit by bit of filling as you crochet the last arm.

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The stitches needed to finish this tutorial are single crochet stitches, half-double crochet stitches, and double crochet stitches, as well as some crochet techniques like increasing, decreasing, and working in front loops only and back loops only.

You can customize this pattern by using different colors or adding a bow or a flower to the head to give it a cute look. Also, you can use different yarn weights with a suitable hook to make different sizes.

This jellyfish is perfect for cuddling, hanging, or gifting. it also adds a handmade touch to any space, and it’s great for baby showers or kids’ rooms.

Designer: Bright Side Designs

Materials & Tools

• Any yarn of your choice.
• Crocheth hook

Abbreviations

Mr – magic
sc – single crochet
dec – decrease
inc – increase
FO – fasten off
sl st – slip stich
hdc – half double crochet
BLO – back loops only
FLO – front loops only
st – stitch
dc – double crochet

Head

Rnd 1: 6 sc in a Mr (6)
Rnd 2: inc x 6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
Rnd 7-10: sc in each st (36)
Rnd 11: (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
Rnd 12: FLO: (2 dc, 1 hdc in the same st, and sc in the next st) x 15

Tentacles

Work in the BLO from R12

Ch 20, starting in the 2nc ch from hook, inc in the next 10 st, and sc in the next 9 sttches, sl st 3, and repeat the process around.

To finsh the plush:

Rnd 13: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
Rnd 14: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Rnd 15: (sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 16: dec x 6 (6)

FO and weave in end.

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This tutorial includes instructions on how to make single crochet stitches around the edge, how to fasten off invisibly, bobble stitch, double crochet decrease, and attaching a new strand of yarn.

It can be used as a fun toy, part of a marine-themed collection, or even a keychain or decoration.

Designer: FloeCreation Crochet

Materials & Tools

• 2.5 mm crochet hook
• Sport weight yarn in colors: cream, orange, red, white
• Stuffing
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Safety eyes
• Stitch marker

Abbreviations

sc – single crochet
MR – magic ring
inc – increase
dec – decrease
ch – chain
dc – double crochet
hdc – half double crochet
FO – fasten off
sl st – slip stitch

dc-dec:

1. Make 1 unfunished dc (leaving 2 loops on the hook)
2. In the next stitch, make another unfinished dc by pulling through the first 2 loops
3. Now you have 3 loops on your hook. Hook the yarn and pull through all of them

Body

Carry the yarn along and work over it for smoother color changes. Chains at the beginning of the rows do not count toward the total stitch count.

Orange in orange text
Cream in black text

Row 1: 4 ch, beginning in the 2nd ch from the hook, sc, sc, sc, turn (3)
Row 2: (ch, inc), 2 hdc, turn (4)
Row 3: (2 ch, dec), 2 hdc, inc, turn (5)
Row 4: (ch, inc), sc, 2 hdc, dc, turn (6)
Row 5: (2 ch, dc), dc, 2 hdc, sc, inc, turn (7)
Row 6: (ch, inc), sc, 2 hdc, 3 dc, turn (8)
Row 7: (2 ch, dc), 2 dc, 3 hdc, sc, inc, turn (9)
Row 8: (ch, inc), sc, 3 hdc, 4 dc, turn (10)
Row 9: (2 ch, dc-dec), 2 dc, 3 hdc, 3 sc, turn (9)
Row 10: (ch, sc), 2 sc, 3 hdc, 3 dc, turn (9)
Row 11: (2 ch, dc), 2 dc, 3 hdc, 3 sc, turn (9)
Row 12-14: (ch, dc), 8 sc, turn (9)
Row 15: (ch, dec), 5 sc, dec, turn (7)
Row 16: (ch, dec), 3 sc, dec. FO (5)

Insert safety eyes into the front piece of the body, between R13 and R14, approximately 3 stitch holes apart. Use red yarn to embroider 2 blushes under the eyes.

With cream yarn, assemble the 2 pieces of body together with sc around the edges. Make 1 sc adjacent to a sc, and make 2 sc adjacent to a hdc or dc. Stuff as you go. FO invisibly.

Tail

At the base of the shrimp body, locate 2 stitches, attach orange yarn with a ch to the first stitch, 7 ch, beginning in the 3rd ch from the hook, dc, dc, hdc, hdc, sc.

Sl st into the next stich on the shrimp’s body, 7 ch, beginning in the 3rd ch from the hook, dc, dc, hdc, hdc, sc,, sl st into the same stitch where the ch started. FO.

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