Crochet Mini Octopus NO SEW Tutorial ✸ Crochet Amigurumi Tutorial ✸ Right-Handed, Beginner Friendly

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YAY this video is finally here!! I've been dying to film this free tutorial for you guys so I hope you enjoy! I'm seriously obsessed with making these octopi -- they make the perfect little desk friend and stress ball! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. Please credit me as the pattern creator if posting the finished product on social media. Happy crocheting!! :)
★ MATERIALS ★
☞Bernat Velvet Yarn (any color -- can also use whatever yarn you’d like, I personally love the velvet look)
☞Two 12 mm safety eyes
☞Polyester fiberfill
☞Stitch markers
☞5 mm hook (you can use whatever size hook to change the size of your octopus)
☞Yarn needle (for closing)
☞Finished Octopus measurements using a 5 mm hook and Bernat Velvet Yarn are 4” by 4”
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[@crochetbygenna]

Ahh the color quality is off again, I'm so sorry, but I hope you guys enjoy!! Tag me on Insta if you make one of these octopi

[@sophie.Arts.and.crafts]

i really ❤ liked the totorial , and i loved how mine came out! thank you for posting this vid for some reason when other people make totorial's for some reason i dont get them, So thank YOU😊

[@crochetbygenna]

@@sophie.Arts.and.crafts Aww this makes me so happy to hear

[@celestialblock]

Do you have the pattern for a jumbo one? I want it big!

[@HealthHacks-bl9uu]

Bee tutorial

[@berryavegirl100]

I loved this tutorial you explained it so well! I made one of these octopi and it turned out amazing it was so simple to make and it’s absolutely adorable thanks for making this video!!❤️

[@maudbeenders5665]

Had a big fight with the yarn on closing the magic circle but in the end managed and my octopus is the cutest ever!!!

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww yay!! Great job!!

[@He4rtinthecl0uds]

If you will make more, I recommend chaining 3 and do one sc on the first Stich and just put your single crochet there :)

[@keung1family843]

Same😂😂😂😂

[@miintyxoink]

​@@He4rtinthecl0udsI usually chain two and use the second chain from the hook as a magic ring!!

[@anniefaith7863]

Same!😂 I ripped my yarn twice trying to make a magic ring, but now I am successfully creating a cute octopus!🥰

[@kdm5407]

Timestamps :> 0:00 - 1:00 Intro ^_^ 1:00 - 1:41 Stitches/other important info! ♡~♡ 1:41 - 2:29 Materials ✂️ 2:29 - 2:54 R1 2:54 - 3:20 R2 3:20 - 3:43 R3 3:43 - 4:05 R4 4:05 - 4:39 R5 4:39 - 5:03 R6-R11 5:03 - 5:51 R12 {Disclaimer- important info toward the end of r12!} I'll finish later lol!

[@crochetbygenna]

thank you!!

[@simplyroseina1330]

It’s been 8 months

[@user-bz4kg4vz4x]

I never thought something so cute would be so easy to make. Thank you for the tutorial!!! Can't wait to make it!!!!

[@crochetbygenna]

Thanks Jonas! Can't wait to see yours

[@hollypng7829]

As a complete beginner, this was my first project that i've been able to complete! you talked it through super easily. I got a little confused while doing the tentacles but just found a YT video to go over the HDC & DC to see what i needed to do! I dropped and added a few sticthes by accident but im still so happy with it! thank you!!!

[@ameliaseely5156]

thank you so much!! this is the first project i have completed and it only took me about 2 hours! i did have to look up increase and decrease stitches as well as refer to other videos throughout to refresh my memory but i got there!! good luck everyone 😊

[@ashleighkiss9413]

I love how detailed this tutorial is, and how just professional the video is. I have been working on teaching my younger sister to crochet as well as a few friends and this was one we worked on together 💗 while I am more than experienced with the final parts of it and working into that back loop, it was challenging for my sister to get it, but by stitch 4 she felt that she got it down pretty well. I just want to thank you for how clear this video was. While I am good for the tips and tricks, I lack the skills of explaining the “how-to.” Thank you!

[@creativelove1005]

Thank you so much! This is my first ever amigurumi project. I made a baby blanket and had no idea what to do with the leftover yarn. So a cute little octo to accompany the blanket is perfect!

[@crochetbygenna]

Ahhh oh my gosh I love this!! It prob looks adorable ❤️

[@ElocinLuna]

I think this is finally the nicest looking amigurumi I’ve ever made. I’ve been crocheting for 7 months and picked up on it really quick but amigurumi keeps being a struggle for me. When there’s separate pieces you have to see on, mine always get crooked. So this completely one piece little guy was perfect for me to make :) I love him

[@jenjenz95]

Ugh could I love this pattern more??? Thank you for making this so easy to follow and accessible for new beginners like me!

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww of course!! So glad you loved it🥺❤️

[@annaaguilera2]

I bought some thin velvet from Amazon and am making them with 2 colors. 1 with pink and yellow and the other one with brown and yellow. Thank you for sharing this pattern, super cute and easy.

[@harjotbhandari3074]

I started crocheting for the first time today and made this. Thank you this was so easy and cute to make ❤❤❤❤

[@Urlocalbagoftakis._.]

Thank you so much for the tutorial!! ❤❤❤❤❤ This was my first ever crocheted octopus and it is adorable!!!! 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@Citi_1stCrochetChannel]

Thanks so much Genna my daughter was starting her own crochet booth or stand, and she is only 10 years old, and she really loved your patterns also. Thanks so much!

[@JohnnyTwinkletits]

Just made the cutest lil guy!! I used yarn in pastel rainbow colors and I love it. This tutorial was also really easy to follow thank you 💕🐙

[@gracesmith-1308]

Okay ngl. I had doubts, but as soon as i finnished the last round and looked at it. My heart melted, he is the cutest thing ive ever made😍 Thank you so much for this amazing pattern!❤❤❤❤

[@fancydeer]

aaaahh thank you so much this is the first amigurumi I've gotten to turn out right! I made three today for gifts tomorrow and it was so super quick and easy.

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww yay!! Im so glad!! They are quite addicting and look so cute together🥰

[@amberkay3983]

I love this pattern, it’s so cute. I had the biggest trouble with working the BLO for round 14, I kept getting completely lost and missing stitches so I had to keep winging it. Eventually I had to start putting a stitch marker in every back loop so I made sure I hit every stitch (I’m not a complete beginner but I think the velvet yarn is what made this part tougher for me)

[@annahilley7432]

Loved making this little guy! It was difficult to work in the back loops but once I got the hang of it I was good! Love this pattern ❤

[@kathytincler2446]

I haven't started yet and that back loop is what's making me nervous....I'm a super newbie to crochet!!

[@hollysmith8404]

Thank you so much for this tutorial!! I was searching and searching for a good octopi pattern and I just couldn't find one. Then I saw this pattern. The octopuses are SO ADORABLE!!!!!!!! I've made 2 already. Planning to make more in the future. 🐙😃

[@crochetbygenna]

Awwww oh my gosh yay!! This makes me so happy hehe enjoy your little octo army ❤

[@ranpoedogawa43]

My friends gave me some yarn because I am obsessed with crocheting, and this project would be a great thank you gift for them! Thank u! 😊❤

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww wait I love this!! Of course❤️❤️

[@Sienna_Equestrian313]

I can’t thank you enough for this tutorial! I have a market coming up and these are perfect to sell! Thank you so much for sharing!❤️😊

[@crochetbygenna]

You are so welcome!

[@heartsfromjelly]

This is by far one of my favorite patterns ever!!! I love it soo much!!🫶🏼🫶🏼

[@adrianc.7575]

This was so fun and easy! My son wanted a green octopus and it worked up so quick. Thanks!

[@drawingwithart932]

This pattern is absolutely amazing and beautiful! Thank you! I've made so many of these octopuses! 💗

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww thank you sooo much❤️❤️❤️

[@nicolegomez4742]

So easy to follow along and make. Although I had slight trouble trying to finding stitches with the velvet yarn, but I still love it. 😊

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww yay :) so glad you enjoyed! Thanks so much❤️

[@chrisntiffany]

Thank you for sharing! I was surprised how quickly and easily this worked up. Great pattern, Genna!

[@Miss_Grudge]

I loved this tutorial! Would love for you to make more tutorials on anything you crochet. You explained well and were easy to follow. Thank you so much 😊

[@crochetbygenna]

Omg aww thanks so much!! ❤️ :')

[@amandaparker6377]

Thank you for posting this pattern! It’s ADORABLE and I can’t wait to make it and tag you ❤️

[@crochetbygenna]

Oh my gosh you’re so welcome!!! So excited to see you octopi🥰❤️

[@minyardsss]

just finished up this pattern, it was my first time making a plushie + working w fuzzy yarn (kind of a hassle LOL) but it came out so cute!!! ur pattern was rly easy to understand

[@crochetbygenna]

Oh my gosh yay!! Makes me so happy, thank you🥰

[@peachyemi870]

Mine turned out soo good. It looks almost exactly like the blue one you showed us at the end. I used a blue yarn and it came out smaller. I luv it. Thx so much for the pattern. I’m giving it to my bestie tomorrow. Xx

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww I'm so glad you loved it! Thanks so much ❤️

[@sarahwilson5029]

Love this pattern Genna ❤ You're doing an amazing job! Looking forward to watching you thrive!

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww thanks so much Sarah, you are so sweet ❤

[@DebbiePickel-qb4sq]

Absolutely adorable, and I can’t wait to try and make some for me! Thanks for the easy to follow tutorial. ❤😊

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww yay! Of course, so excited for you to try❤️

[@Teresa2493]

okay i just need to put this out there, how much easier it was to follow your pattern but it was the perfect size and was just exactly what i was looking for when it cme to making. perfect octopus. thank you

[@crochetbygenna]

Oh my gosh this is the sweetest comment, Im so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much❤️

[@savannahwalton714]

I love this pattern!!! I HATE seeing parts together. It was a little tough finding the back loops to go through with the fuzzy yarn. But this pattern is so cute and really easy overall!

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww I'm so glad

[@TKOrchids]

Super adorable!! For a squishy little octopus this is perfect. Just made one following your tutorial and it was great. You're an awesome teacher!!! I'll definitely make more of these! TY

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww thanks so much! I'm soo glad you thought it was easy to follow! ❤️

[@danavi22]

Thank you so much mine came out so cute, all thanks to you!❤ I made it with a chunky yarn and it came out bigger! 💞

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww yay! Im so glad❤️

[@Dreamerz101z]

the fact that this is the only video that I actually could find and understand how to follow, thank you🙏

[@TRose18]

Thanks! I’m new to crocheting and this was a perfect easy project :) I would love other tutorials for no sew plushies

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww yay, this makes me so happy to hear! Thank you

[@sararoberts6046]

You need to do more tutorials! This was so easy to follow! I made 10 this weekend.. lol

[@River._.Crochetz]

Omg, thank you so much for the tut! They are very very cute, and I'm definetly making them ❤!

[@delorisporter8003]

Please more tutorials!!! Great job and a beautiful finished. I have grandchildren and great nieces and nephews which I would love this to be my new project. I really love your big turtle. ❤

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww thanks so much! So glad you enjoyed, the mini octos are so popular with the kiddos!

[@mereluna4988]

I've made 3 of these so far. They are kinda addicting to make and very, very cute ❤

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww I love this! They really are addicting😂 thank you!!❤️

[@amylmorton]

Thank you so much for sharing this pattern! It is the cutest octo ever! ❤

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww thank you soo much!! So glad you love 🥰❤️

[@reihanehhatami9820]

Thank you for sharing the pattern. As a beginner this helped a lot and my octopus turned out cute. ❤️✨

[@Dani-ut1fy]

I cant believe that i actually buyed her octopus pattern because i didn’t knew that she made this tutorial 🥲

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww Im sorry!! Its always nice to have the pattern in PDF form too 🥰

[@saltedcandiesss1023]

thank you so much for this! i have made two as gifts and i am going to make a few more for myself! so cute!! 😍

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww yay! I love that! Of course❤️❤️❤️

[@CrochetbyLisa]

When I made my first octopus with your pattern I made it a little wrong so it got like a cute little but crack in between its tentacles 😂😂❤️🐙 I really like the pattern that you made , good job! ❤️❤️

[@crochetbygenna]

hahaha aww!! thanks so much! ❤️

[@rukmanisrinivasan8236]

Hi I made one with bulky yarn and bigger hook. It is so adorable. Thank you for your tutorial.

[@dulcemendoza8672]

i loved this i made mine with 3 weight yarn and put a key chain on it it’s super cute😁

[@jslowens]

I love your tutorials, can you please do more? It's so easy to follow you and you're so fun to watch.

[@kathytincler2446]

Especially 'no sew'!

[@thread.needle.scissorsstcl9537]

She's EVERYTHING! So cute!

[@crochetbygenna]

awww thank you so much!!

[@giansfranz7681]

Omg! I just made my first amigurumi! Took me an hour 😂 thank you Genna ❤❤❤

[@crochetbygenna]

omg yay!! of course

[@slfinn12]

Love it! ❤ just made one! Thank you for sharing your talent! 🤩

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww yay! Of course, thank you❤️

[@Mttt179]

Couldn't sleep so made a tiny one but when I finished I realised that they are not even by 1 row but it makes me love him more 😂❤️

[@crochetbygenna]

hahaha aww!! ❤️

[@attreyedattamazumder3745]

This was super easy to follow and I made myself the cutest little plushie! Love it! Thanks Genna 🤍

[@berfin5267]

I just made this, turned out really cute. Thank you Will make more when i get more safety eyes

[@Crochetbykirsten]

I’ve literally just made this!! Amazing! Super easy pattern I love it!! 🐙 😍 I will share on Instagram so you can see xxx

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww thanks so much🥰❤️❤️❤️

[@FaithyGaming]

Love this pattern!! Just made a cute little red one 🥰

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww yay! So glad you enjoyed hehe🥰❤️

[@KrystalMuchow]

absolutely love it! thanks so much for sharing Genna i totally switched projects just to make one lol.

[@crochetbygenna]

Haha oh my gosh I love that🥺❤️ Im so glad you enjoyed hehe thank you❤️

[@Isis-vm9sz]

I love your octopuses and I'd already said this but they're so cute and I made my own like mini version and I think it's really adorable so thank you

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww yay!! Of course! Minis sound so cute 💕

[@chrissieemery5374]

I love watching you crochet, your videos are so helpful!!!

[@crochetbygenna]

Thank you so much!❤️

[@Lily_238]

I love this pattern your channel is amazing idk how you don’t have more subs im going to America this for my sister birthday thank you for this ❤❤

[@crochetbygenna]

oh my gosh, sooo sweet!! thank you so much!! your sister is gonna love it hehe have so much fun in America

[@nrmsubway9275]

Love this pattern …no sew is awesome….I made 3…thank you

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww Im so glad!! ❤️

[@barbaraprinz359]

Hi, Jenna. I followed your pattern and made the baby octopus. Thank you so much for sharing. Barb

[@lornabrannum6542]

These were so easy! Thanks for sharing your talent!

[@debbiehaskins2566]

Enjoyed your first vid and would love more please. Have watched others and to be honest some of them get on my last nerve. U did great in my opinion and look forward to more. One girl is never organized and cannot find her stuff...she gets side tracked and oh well u get my meaning. God bless and have a great day.

[@crochetbygenna]

Aw thank you so much Debbie, I'm glad you enjoy my videos

[@michellegallagher5613]

Hey Genna! First off, thanks so much for your videos and sharing all of your great tips and information! I have been crocheting for several years but have not tried little characters until recently, thanks to your inspiration. I usually use worsted yarn. I am trying to use the plush yarn but find it very difficult to see the stitches. Do you have any helpful hints? Thanks in advance. 😊

[@esthersamuel4063]

I always look forward to your videos! Thank you so much for this beautiful tutorial! I think I'd want to learn how to make a leggy froggy next ^-^

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww thank you so much Esther!

[@christinacutcliff5091]

thank you for adding this tutorial on your channel. I'm a crocheter myself so thanks you so much for the vids!!!!!!

[@idkd5303]

Absolutely love this pattern!!!

[@manda5649]

Thank you so much! The pattern was super easy to do! I love it! ❤️

[@crochetbygenna]

I'm so glad! Of course❤️

[@theMermaidRhonda]

Love this! I've already made three!

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww yay! So glad you enjoyed ❤️

[@joniritter3445]

Love love this pattern!! Awesome tutorial and I love how sofe it is. Thank you so much! On to the next one lol

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww thank you so much!! ❤️ so happy you enjoyed!!

[@YourgirlFaithy]

thank you so much for sharing this pattern i absolutely love them!!

[@lavonneknifley112]

Love this pattern, so easy to make! Just made a pink one with baby bee Adore-A-Ball in pink a boo. I would like to see you do a tutorial on a sloth. A kitty or puppy. All small like your octopus.

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww Im so glad you enjoyed and made one!! Thank you! Deff want to make more mini patterns hehe thanks for the ideas🥰

[@ProgramPat]

Thank you so much. I’ve came out perfect, you are definitely a great teacher!

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww Im so glad!! :’) thanks so much🥰

[@esperanzamartinez617]

Imagine my excitement when this is my favorite yarn to buy and I have so many different colors lol ❤

[@crochetbygenna]

hehehh

[@pik_aplayzz4819]

Hey Genna, LOVE the octopus plushie especially it no sew. I was wondering if I can use this cute pattern to make and sell? ❤

[@itsjustautumn7413]

Thank you so much for this pattern, my octopus turned out adorable. Definitely I new sub as I also made the axolotl pattern from you yesterday and it turned out amazing too!!!

[@MadisCrochetCorner]

Follow the pattern and loved it. Super easy

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww yay, thanks so much

[@kaileymarie8358]

Definitely can’t wait until you post more tutorials!!

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww thanks so much❤️❤️

[@abbyq5961]

Thank you so much! One of my fav octos!!! I love your projects so much!!!!!!!!😁😁😁

[@crochetbygenna]

Omg awww!! Thank you so much❤️❤️❤️

[@abbyq5961]

@@crochetbygenna I made like... 8 of these guys and they are so cute!!!Thanks again so much!!!❤❤❤💗💗💖💓💞💕❤

[@preppypacertest]

This pattern is so cute!!! It was super easy to follow, Thanks Genna!! I don't have insta so I can't tag you, but it turned out super cute!!

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww yay, Im so glad you liked the pattern! Thanks so much❤️❤️❤️

[@Lisa..4]

Thank you for doing a tutorial for this. 🐙

[@crochetbygenna]

hehe of course💕

[@tommikehappy]

LOVE IT! Already made 5

[@kathleenjeffrey8467]

Super easy, great instruction with written directions, awesome!

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww thanks so much, so glad you liked! 💕

[@sandracarpenter144]

Thank you, love it! ❤

[@peach_games]

i love watching your videos, keep up the good work!

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww thank you so much ❤️❤️

[@gerifaas470]

Great video! So easy and quick! Thanks for sharing!

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww of course❤️ thank you!!

[@ammiller3911]

Thank you

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww I love this!! Excited for you to make your own octo army❤️

[@handmadebysophia]

i love this pattern so much, and my octopus turned out so cute!! 🥰 just wondering if i'm allowed to sell any creations i make with this pattern, even if i didn't buy it?

[@erinmorris2969]

This is so cute! 🥰 Thanks for the tutorial! As soon as my son saw it he demanded one 🤣 Would love to see a whale, or a frogie tutorial if you're up for it.

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww omg I love this! I hope he enjoys his octo! and more tutorials to come ❤️

[@CraftyCatCrochets]

I love this pattern! ❤❤

[@judybrown9043]

Love your tutorials Genna! 12:59

[@katrinamalcolm8727]

The octopus are so darn cute. 😊

[@crochetbygenna]

Hehe thank you! Totally agree🥰❤️

[@Happee2bMe]

Great tutorial...super cute octo🤗

[@crochetbygenna]

thank you soo much ❤️❤️

[@harikris3600]

love your patterns

[@Molly-ns2hs]

I had to restart cause I miss read some lol I’m just finishing my octopus now I love him!

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww yay! I'm so glad 💕

[@Molly-ns2hs]

@@crochetbygenna do you have any more free patterns I love your videos

[@pinkfluffyunicorn4711]

Hey genna! I absolutely love your little octopuses, they are so freaking cuuuteee 😍 however the MR is driving me completely insane 😭 can you please make a detailed tutorial on how to do a MR with this super bulky yarn 😢