This no-sew crochet crab free pattern is a quick and easy summer amigurumi project that’s perfect for confident beginners. Made with minimal finishing and no sewing required, this cute little crab works up quickly and makes a fun addition to your collection of ocean-themed crochet patterns.

It’s crafted with Parfait chunky orange and beige yarn, a 5mm crochet hook, 8 mm safety eyes, stuffing, a tapestry needle, scissors, and stitch markers to keep your stitches in line. The stitches used in this tutorial are simple and easy, like single crochet stitches and half double crochet, plus some crochet techniques like increasing and decreasing.

This tutorial includes how to make the body, legs, and big and small claws. Just follow the instructions to finish it in no time and have your cheerful sea friend.

Materials

• Velvet Medium Weight Yarn in colors: orange, beige
• Sport Weight Yarn in colors: black
• 5 mm crochet hook
• Yarn needle
• Stitch marker
• Scissors
• Fiberfill
• 8 mm safety eyes

Abbreviations

Mr – magic ring
sl st – slip stitch
ch – chain
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease
BLO – back loops only

The pattern is worked in continuous rounds.

Legs x6

Start with orange yarn.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in Mr/2ch (6)
Rnd 2: 6 sc (6)
Rnd 3: (2 sc, inc) x 2 (8)
Rnd 4-7: 8 sc (8) (4 rounds)

Lightly stuff the leg. Fold the last round and 4 sc across the 2 sides to connect them.

Fasten off, cut the tail short.

Claws x2

Start with orange yarn.

The claws have 2 parts: a longer part and a shorter part, which will be connected with 2 sc to create the arm part of the claws. We first make the big parts of the claws, then fasten off and make the small part, connecting it to the big part.

Big Claw Part x2

Rnd 1: 4 sc in Mr (4)
Rnd 2: 2 sc, 2 inc (6)
Rnd 3-4: 6 sc 96) (2 rounds)

Fasten off, cut the tail short.

Small Claw Part x2

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

Put the big part right next to the small part and insert the corchet hook through the inside of the big part and through the small part, making 1 sc. Repeat 1 more time for another sc.

Do not crochet on these sts. They will remain inside.

Step 1: crochet 2 sc through the big and small claw.
Step 2: crochet 4 sc around the outside of the small claw.
Step 3: crochet 4 sc around the outside of the big claw.
Note: the 2 sc we dii to connect the claws remain unworked.

Claw Continuation

Rnd 1: 4 sc around the small claw and 4 sc around the big claw (8)
Rnd 2-5: 8 sc (8) (4 rounds)

Fold the last round and 4 sc across the 2 sides to connect them.

Fasten off, cut the tail short.

Body

Rnd 1: begin in beige, 7 ch, crochet starting from the 2nd ch from hook, make 6 sc on one side of the chains, turn and make 6 sc on the other side of the chains. You should be left with an oval surrounding the initial chain (12)
Rnd 2: (sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x 9 (27)
Rnd 4: 27 sc (27)
Rnd 5: (2 sc, inc) x 9 (36)
Rnd 6: 36 sc (36)
Rnd 7: (3 sc, inc) x 9 (45)

Now we will make a seamless color change to orange as such, while also attaching the final 4 sc of the legs and claws to the body. Make sure the small part of the claw is pointing downwards.

Rnd 8: in orange: make LOOSE sl sts in the BLO of R7: 4 sl st (4 sl st through 1 leg) x 3, 4 sl st through 1 claw, 7 sl st, 4 sl st through 1 claw, (4 sl st through 1 leg) x 3, 2 sl st

Rnd 9: 45 sc in BLO of sl sts (45)
Rnd 10: (3 sc, dec) x 9 (36)
Rnd 11: (sc, dec) x 12 (24)
Rnd 12: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Insert the eyes between R11-R10, between the 2 claws at the front, about 5 sts apart.

Fully stuff the crab’s body.

Rnd 13: (sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 14: 6 dec (6)

Fasten off, sew the hole closed.

Using black sport-weight yarn, embroider a little mouth between the crab’s eyes.

Using orange yarn, sew the “claws” part of the claws attached to the “arm” part of the claws on the inner side (towards the face), to give them a 90 degree angle pointing towards the face and each other, instead of having them point straight.

Weave in all ends.

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Dive into the world of amigurumi with this charming crochet fish! Designed with a rounded body, delicate fins, and a graceful tail, this handmade creation captures the beauty of underwater life in a simple yet playful style.

This free fish tutorial works up super-fast and has so much potential for fun color combinations; the main body portion is worked up as one piece, and then the fins and tail are sewn on at the end.

Using simple crochet stitches like single crochet stitches, double crochet stitches, and some basic amigurumi techniques like increase and decrease, makes working on this tutorial very easy and takes no time to finish.

It’s displayed in ocean, beach, or coastal-themed décor. Pair with other marine animal amigurumi for a themed collection.

Materials

• Dolphin Baby yarn in colors:
• Yellow, lilac
• 4.0 mm crochet hook

Abbreviations

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

Body

Start with yellow yarn.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in a 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: 24 sc (24)
Rnd 6: (Lilac) (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
Rnd 7: 30 sc (30)

Insert safety eyes between rounds 3-4

Rnd 8: (yellow) (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
Rnd 9: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Rnd 10: (lilac) (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 11: (1 sc, dec) x 3 (9)
Rnd 12: (yellow) 4 sc (4)

Through both loops.

Tail

Rnd 13: ch 3, dc in same st, 2 dc inc, dc, ch 2, sl st into last dc

Work 2 dc in each stitch or round 12.

Fins x3

Placed between rounds 6-7.

Top center -> top fin
Sides -> side fins

In one stitch: ch 2, 1 dc, ch 2, sl st

Embroider pink cheeks.

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Meet a tiny sea creature with little ears on the sides that you probably never heard about before – the dumbo octopus. This is a fascinating species of octopus that lives deep in the ocean, and you can instantly recognize it by the ear-like fins on the sides of its head.

To make this amigurumi pet, you will need chenille yarn in any color of your choice, because there are really no bad color combinations for this pattern, a 4 mm crochet hook, safety eyes, stuffing, and stitch markers.

This pattern is beginner-friendly, it does not require any sewing or any difficult stitches besides regular increases and decreases, and it works up quickly in one sitting with the head and body made together.

Crochet your own unique little octopus or make a whole collection in different colors. You can use it as a keychain or gift it to friends and family, although it might be better to make at least two, because once you start making them, it is hard to stop.

Materials

• Chenille yarn (YarnArt Dolce)
• 4 mm crochet hook
• 8-10 mm safety eyes
• Stitch markers
• Stuffing
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors

Abbreviations

Mr – magic ring
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease
hdc – half double crochet
BLO – back loops only
FLO – front loops only
CC – color change
2 CFH – in 2nd chain from hook

Pattern worked in continuous rounds.

Head & Body

The head and body are worked all in one piece, starting with the top of the head and working down.

Rnd 1: 8 sc in a Mr (8)

Only the dumbos ears are worked in the FLO. If it helps, mark the back loops of the ears, we will be working in those in rnd 3.

Rnd 2: 1 sc, inc, *FLO: [sl st, ch 2, 2 CFH, 1 sc, sl st back in same body st]*, inc, 1 sc, inc, repeat * to *, inc (12)
Rnd 3: 1 sc, inc 1 sc, BLO: inc, (1 sc, inc) x 2, 1 sc, BLO: inc, 1 sc, inc (18)
Rnd 4-5: 18 sc (18) (2 rounds)
Rnd 6: (7 sc, dec) x 2 (16)
Rnd 7: 16 sc (16)

We will be working the tentacles in the next rnd. Each tentacle is worked all in one st, with 1 sc in between.

Rnd 8: FLO: ( [1 sc, hdc, ch 3, 2 CFH, sl st, inc, sc into the same base body st], 1 sc) x 8

After your last tentacle, do a sl st in the last st of the rnd, instead of a sc!

Sl st into the first sc from the first tentacle. Add eyes between rnds 5-6 – in line with the ears, approx 3-4 sts apart.

Rnd 9: BLO: dec x 8 (8)

Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing the body closed. Stuff your octopus – make sure to round him out. To close, use the yarn tail, thread onto a needle and weave the needle throught the FLO sts of rnd 9 and pull gently but firmly to close. Hide tail.

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Captain Tusk is a charming crochet character full of personality and adventure. This amigurumi creation captures the spirit of a fearless explorer ready to set sail on new journeys.

This tutorial has detailed instructions on how to make the head, body, snout, front flipper, tusk, tail flipper, eye patch, pandana, and how to assemble all parts. You’ll need worsted-weight yarn in warm brown, white, red, and black shades, two safety eyes, fiberfill, a 2-3 mm crochet hook, a stitch marker, and a tapestry needle.

This pattern is made in continuous rounds, so use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each new round to keep track of where you are.

The final measurements for Captain Tusk are 10.5 cm (4.1”) using cotton yarn, and you can make it in a different size if you use bulkier yarn with a suitable hook.

Plant him on your desk to intimidate coworkers, add him to a nautical or ocean-themed collection or gift him to the pirate-obsessed person. He commands every shelf he sits on and demands immediate respect.

Materials

• Yarn in light brown, red, black and white colors
• 2 mm crochet hook (for cotton) / 3 mm crochet hook (for acrylic)
• 6 mm safety eyes
• Fiberfill
• Stitch markers
• Yarn needle
• Pins
• Scissors

Size: 10,5 cm tall on cotton yarn and 13,5 cm tall in medium weight acrylic yarn

Abbreviations

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

Pattern worked in continuous spirals, not in joined rounds.

Head & Body

Use brown yarn.

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)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)
Rnd 8: (6 sc, inc) x 6 (48)
Rnd 9-26: 48 sc (48) (18 rounds)

You’re now going to crochet the backbone of the body.

Ch 16, then start in the second st from the hook (this is also the new start of rnd 27!):

Rnd 27: inc, 14 sc down the chain, sl st in the same st as where the chain started (do not count this as a stitch), 23 sc, dec, 23 sc, 14 sc down the other side of the chain, inc (79)
Rnd 28: 16 sc (skip the sl st of rnd 27), dec, 20 sc, dec x 2, 20 sc, dec, 15 sc (75)

Now that you can see which side of the face is the front, you can place the eyes between rnd 8 and 10, with 5 visible st in between. Stuff the head firmly and keep stuffing as you go.

Rnd 29: 16 sc, dec, 15 sc, dec, 6 sc, dec, 15 sc, dec, 15 sc (71)
Rnd 30: dec x 2, 27 sc, dec, 8 sc, dec, 28 sc (67)
Rnd 31: dec, 12 sc, dec, 16 sc, dec, 17 sc, dec, 12 sc, dec (62)
Rnd 32: 12 sc, dec, 34 sc, dec, 12 sc (60)
Rnd 33: (8 sc, dec) x 6 (54)
Rnd 34: (7 sc, dec) x 6 (48)
Rnd 35: (6 sc, dec) x 6 (42)
Rnd 36: (5 sc, dec) x 6 (36)
Rnd 37: (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
Rnd 38: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
Rnd 39: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Rnd 40: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Close the hole by working your yarn tail through all front loops of the last round with a yarn needle.

Fasten off and weave in the yarn end.

Snout

Use brown yarn.

Ch 5, then start in the second st from the hook:

Rnd 1: inc, 2 sc, inc, continue on the other side of the chain, inc, 2 sc, inc (12)
Rnd 2: inc, 4 sc, inc x 2, 4 sc, inc (16)
Rnd 3: inc, 6 sc, inc x 2, 6 sc, inc (20)
Rnd 4: inc, 8 sc, inc x 2, 8 sc, inc (24)
Rnd 5: inc, 10 sc, inc x 2, 10 sc, inc (28)
Rnd 6: dec, 10 sc, dec x 2, 10 sc, dec (24)

Sl st, fasten off.

If you’re using a safety nose, place it between rnd 1 and 2.

The snout is stuffed while sewing it on.

Front Flipper x2

Use brown yarn.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in Mr (6)
Rnd 2: inc x 6 (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: 18 sc (18)
Rnd 5: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 6-8: 24 sc (24) (3 rounds)
Rnd 9: dec x 6, (sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 10: dec x 4, (sc, inc) x 6, dec x 2 (24)
Rnd 11-12: 24 sc (24) (2 rounds)
Rnd 13: 10 sc, (2 sc, dec) x 3, 2 sc (21)
Rnd 14: 10 sc, (sc, dec) x 3, 2 sc (18)
Rnd 15: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

The flippers don’t need to be stuffed, you may need to stuff them lightly if you’re working with a soft yarn type. The walris needs the flippers to sit upright.

Fold the sides together and close by working 6 sc through both sides (6)

Leave a long tail. The flippers are later sewn onto the body.

Tusk x2

Use white yarn.

Rnd 1: 4 sc in a Mr (4)
Rnd 2-4: 4 sc (4) (3 rounds)
Rnd 5: inc, 3 sc (5)
Rnd 6: inc, 4 sc (6)

Sl st, fasten off. Leave a long tail.

The tusks don’t need to be stuffed. You can stuff them lightly if you work with a soft and heavy yarn type.

Tail Flipper x2

Use brown yarn.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in a Mr (6)
Rnd 2: (1 sc, inc) x 3 (9)
Rnd 3: (2 sc, inc) x 3 (12)
Rnd 4: (3 sc, inc) x 3 (15)
Rnd 5: (4 sc, inc) x 3 (18)
Rnd 6: (5 sc, inc) x 3 (21)
Rnd 7: 21 sc (21)
Rnd 8: (5 sc, dec) x 3 (18)
Rnd 9: (4 sc, dec) x 3 (15)
Rnd 10: (3 sc, dec) x 3 (12)
Rnd 11: (2 sc, dec) x 3 (9)
Rnd 12: (1 sc, dec) x 3 (6)

Sl st, fasten off. Leave a long tail.

The tail flippers don’t need to be stuffed. The are later sewn onto the back of the body.

Eye Patch

Use black yarn.

Ch 59, then start at the 2nd st from the hook. (Measure the length by placing your chain around the walrus head. You may need to adjust the number of stitches):

Row 1: 58 sc (58)

Close to a ring by sewing, then fasten off and weave in the yarn end.

For the eye patch, pull up a new loop though one of the stitches of row 1 (make sure the part where the two ends are attached to each other sits in the back).

The eye patch is crocheted onto the “band”, in rows:

Row 2-3: 7 sc (7), ch 1, turn
Row 4: dec, 3 sc, dec (5)

Fasten off. Weave in the yarn ends.

Bandana

Use red yarn.

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)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)
Rnd 8: (6 sc, inc) x 6 (48)
Rnd 9: (23 sc, inc) x 2 (50)
Rnd 10-12: 50 sc (50) (3 rounds)

Sl st.

With the yarn still attached ch 11 for the first of two “knot ends”, then work from the second st from the hook:

Row 1: sc, hdc, dc, tr 4, dc 2, hdc, sl st

Work another ch 11 and repeat the steps of row 1 for the second “knot end”.

Sl st in rnd 12, fasten off and weave in the yarn end.

Assembly

• Sew the snout onto the walrus face, between rnd 10 and 19, right under the eyes. Stuff the snout while sewing. Work a strand of brown yarn straight down from under the nose to the bottom of the snout.
• Embroider a nose in between rnd 1 and 3-4 if you haven’t used a safety nose.
• Sew the tusks onto the underside of the snout and secure them to the walrus chest with a couple of stitches.
• Use pins to position the front flippers between rn 25 and 28, with approx. 16 st in between them at the front. The flippers should fold a bit at the ends. Make sure the walrus can sit on its own before sewing the flippers on.
• Sew each tail flipper onto ine side of the end of the walrus body.
• Place the bandana on top of head. Give him the eye patch.

Done!

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This beautiful crochet jellyfish pattern is a simple, fun project that comes together quickly with just a few basic stitches like single crochet stitches, bobble stitches, and half double crochet stitches.

This crochet jellyfish is worked in a spiral from the top down, and crocheting some bobble stitches at the end round, then make tentacles separately, then sew them to the inside of the body.

Materials used are bulky velvet chenille yarn, a 4 mm crochet hook, a tapestry needle, and scissors.

You can add a hanging loop or a keychain loop to the jellyfish for different uses. Also, you can use it in coastal decor arrangements, pair it with other sea creatures for an amigurumi collection.

Materials

• 4 mm crochet hook
• Bulky Velvet Chenille, Yarn weight #6 (approx. 5-6 wpi)
• Color #1: orange, Color #2: grey, Color #3: yellow
• Gauge: 8-10 sts = 10 cm (4″), 10-14 rows

Abbreviations

sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease
ch – chain stitch
hdc – half double crochet
sl st – slip stitch
CC2 – crochet in the second chain from the hook

Body

Row 1: Color #1, 8 sc in Mr (8)
Row 2: 8 inc (16)
Row 3: (1 sc, inc) x 8 (24)
Row 4: 24 sc (24)
Row 5: (2 sc, 1 inc) x 8 (32)
Row 6-8: 32 sc (32)
Row 9: Color #2, (Bobble-3 dc, 1 sc) x 16 (32)

Fasten off, hide yarn end.

Tentacle

Use Color #3

Crochet on chain foundation.

Row 1: 33 ch, CC2, 2 sc, (3 ch, 1 sc) x 30

Repeat Row 1 for 4 more times.

Row 2: crochet along the edge. Sc3tog (single crochet 3 together)

Fasten off, leave yarn for sewing.

Assembly

• Sew the tentacles to the inside of the body.
• You can add a hanging loop or a keychain loop if desired.

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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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