I have watched MANY clips on KZbin. This is one of the best if not the best. It is not a “learning to crochet” tutorial, it is a demo showing how to “crochet an octopus”. One can slow down the speed of a video as well as go backwards or forewards 10 seconds at a time, if you need to. (google will tell you how). This lady deserves 5 stars! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻. I had no problem with the audio on my iPad, set at about 60%
@tabathawilson4724 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for putting the writing on the screen for the pattern as you are doing it. I'm a visual learner and it really helps!
@MrsSoapPeddlersHomestead5 жыл бұрын
I have tried a couple other tutorials on these but they do not even compare to yours! I can follow what you are doing so easily. Thank you so very much!
@nunuaung25573 жыл бұрын
This is my first toy after I've learned crochet but it's really easy to do for me. And I'll do as much as I can to donate to preemies. Thank you so much!!
@mollymalone7777Күн бұрын
This is an amazing easy pattern!!! So happy I found this to make for premies. Thank u so much.❤️
@ashtenreeavery6 жыл бұрын
Amazing first video, and very great instruction!! Not even being rude or sassy in saying this so please don't hate me: Friends...there is a pause feature, not a titled a beginner video but definitely could follow along and do per her wonderful instruction! I'm not a beginner but I still require a visual sometimes I just pause and catch up...or back track it and re-watch...it's all going to be ok! Yes it's a bit hard to hear, but we can see what she's doing! THANK YOU Anastasia for this; for your service in providing these resources for our tiny and mighty babies! I can't wait to make more! Wonderful video!
@apcrochet91216 жыл бұрын
Ashten, thank you so much for the wonderful comment!!
@kellytmausufferer89055 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your instructions. I am very new to crocheting. 2 weeks from struggling to make a base chain to just finishing off my 1st octopus.
@leannefletcher13483 жыл бұрын
Brilliant tutorial, thank you!! I've successfully crocheted my first octopus for my daughter :)
@QTFAMKOL37 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial! I am having so much fun crocheting these adorable octopuses! I plugged in my earphones to hear better, and it was perfect.
@apcrochet91217 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your comment and suggestion!!
@KnitsOnIce7 жыл бұрын
Me too! I didn't want to bother my DH sitting in the same room so popped in earplugs and am having the best time. Happy Octopus-ing.
@marycook41905 жыл бұрын
Jennifer Kolodsick 5,q
@patsunkel25014 жыл бұрын
This is absolutely fantastic and easy to follow :) I will be making one for my special IVF Grandbaby . Thankyou Anastasia .xxx
@Pintaenpapel7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing, it was easy to follow. It was fun to crochet again after so many years and for a good cause.
@apcrochet91217 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your comment and for making octos!!
@matildanel29634 жыл бұрын
Sound is to low can't hear your voice
@judis.18107 жыл бұрын
While I was in the hospital with Pancreatitis, I not only made an Octopus, but also a baby blanket. I now have orders to make more Octopuses for the nurses and other workers in the hospital. I'm going to put the recipients name on theirs and also add eyes and a mouth, too. My first one is for me, tho. Thank you so much for this wonderful teaching video.
@pattimcguire88773 жыл бұрын
What a great tutorial! So clear and easy to follow! Thank you for making this!
@lindapearce99877 жыл бұрын
This is a very clear demonstration, except for two points! Even with the sound turned up to the max on both KZbin and external speakers, I could bearly hear what Anastasia was saying. Also, the video assumes you already know how to crochet, so when she is doing the actual crochet moves, it is very, very fast - too fast for a beginner to follow.
@apcrochet91217 жыл бұрын
Linda, Thank you very much for your comments and most of all for watching the video. This was my first video for youtube so we did have an issue with sound, but it has been resolved in our new videos. It is better to have too low than too high perhaps. =) For your second comment, thank you for bringing this up and giving me an opportunity. Yes, absolutely this was geared towards someone who already knows how to crochet or has the basic fundamentals in hand. This video was not designed for someone with no crochet knowledge. In my pattern description on he website there is a section discussing what skills are required for it. I do have a set of videos discussing and showing some basic techniques and I will be adding more. There are also other videos out there showing the basic techniques required. Crocheting is an awesome skill and craft, but it is like photography or cooking, There are plenty of basic videos how to show the basics of each, but it is not the best course of action to show the very basics for every video of every level. I will be adding in the future the intro projects that I show and teach in my beginner classes however. Thanks!
@pursuantwolf12307 жыл бұрын
APcrochet you should still slow it down at least the first run or so. I'm only going to be crocheting to do these octopus but it was very very hard to follow this without watching it over and over
@cristianelianlangevasconce3007 жыл бұрын
+APcrochet perros. e n tela
@amieparker3474 жыл бұрын
APcrochet gup
@gentriwalker13764 жыл бұрын
I didn't have a problem considering I can rewind it to where I need to. I fee if she slows it down too much it will confuse to make you lose your stitch place. My suggestion and what I do is rewind it to where you need to or skip to where you need it, you can do that. Also learn the different stitches and practice them before you do more advanced things. Crocheting is muscle memory a lot of the time. Repetitive motions. I learned to crochet when I was 12.. Stopped and then picked it back up when I was 19..
@missyd5016 Жыл бұрын
I usually crochet clothing for prem and angel babies, and I have attempted to make these octopuses several times, without success. However, this pattern is perfect! Thank you for a great tutorial ❤☺
@irenerhynes67325 ай бұрын
Thank you so much, been looking for a good instruction on octopus.
@KnitsOnIce7 жыл бұрын
Thank you for an excellent tutorial on the Octopus for Preemies. It was very clear and you are a great instructor. I appreciate that you did this to standards so our Octopus projects will be accepted by hospitals everywhere.
@apcrochet91217 жыл бұрын
Lynn, thank you so much for your comment!
@deidredoughty66755 жыл бұрын
I agree with other comments it was very difficult to hear just as well notes are included. Completed my first octopus
@rildapepper92986 жыл бұрын
Thanks Anastasia, great tutorial. Nothing wrong with the sound quality!
@kerris2670 Жыл бұрын
This is the best pattern by far thanks
@siennajasminemunden58266 жыл бұрын
I made one for my daughter who is 7 months and she loves it!
@apcrochet91216 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Congrats Sienna.
@nancyfrank8167 Жыл бұрын
You are a wonderful instructor. I am going to try to make an octopus.
@MrsGriffin16 жыл бұрын
Thankyou for the video in found it easy to watch and follow sound for me was fine. I am in the process of making my first octopus. My son who is nearly 2 is disabled and has a cochlear implant and feeding tube, I am hoping that the tentacles will help stop him pulling on his cochlear wire and tube. Also hoping he will enjoy and recognise the octopus and it's something he can hold and take anywhere with him. Many thanks again😀
@apcrochet91216 жыл бұрын
Katie, while I cannot begin to imagine what you are going through, I am ecstatic that my video was able to help you make an Octo for your little boy.
@ArtbyJenG2 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful pattern and thanks so much for the tips along the way! Just finished my first Octopus - thank you Anastasia
@BRAGACHOICE7 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial for a wonderful cause.
@apcrochet91217 жыл бұрын
Paulette, Thank you very much for watching and your comment. It is an AMAZING cause and I am glad I can get more people behind it by showing how to make these octos. More videos coming!
@nancyloveridge32505 ай бұрын
Love it! ❤
@jessicahull85847 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial!! I especially love the way you explain how to close the hole so it is cleaner on the bottom!! I am going to do that on all my amigurumis!! 👍😍
@apcrochet91217 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the lovely comment!! And stay tuned for more videos and tricks!
@neanahcrystal5 жыл бұрын
APcrochet mkooppppoookooiiiiiio
@Kimzeb04106 жыл бұрын
Anastasia I am absolutely loving this tutorial. It is so easy. Thank you for doing this. 😁❤👍
@apcrochet91216 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching!! Your comment means a lot to me!!
@TheElaine19583 жыл бұрын
Your explanation is excellent - thank you!
@DanaMason3 жыл бұрын
Thank-you. Excellent tutorial and pattern.
@nyacreed4332 жыл бұрын
The counting is very off considering the last stitch of each row. Mommy rows are not adding up to yours and I’ve started over three times to make sure I’m not missing something
@menuchahats67604 жыл бұрын
Thank you for clear instructions
@josieoshea3184 Жыл бұрын
Well explained thank you.
@jeannineroebben1604 Жыл бұрын
Dank u wel .
@dennisehamilton40764 жыл бұрын
Made this for the first time. Pretty easy with your direction. I'm sure my next attempt will get better. Ty.
@timmysue1117 жыл бұрын
Very helpful. Very clear. thankyou
@apcrochet91217 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for watching and your comment. Please like, subscribe and share. It will help me keep doing more of these videos. Thanks!
@amberferguson78767 жыл бұрын
Wonderful project, however I am having a very hard time hearing your audio. My laptop and video are turned up to the max.
@apcrochet91215 жыл бұрын
Thanks Amber. These were my first videos and unfortunately the audio was low. It has been fixed with my latest videos and going forward!
@kateloveless72633 жыл бұрын
I wish you showed the beginning of round two more clearly. Did you do a slip stitch to join the first row? I'm not sure where to place my hook. Here's hoping!
@gentriwalker137611 ай бұрын
I am probably late on this video but do you have any idea or ways on how to make this double the size? Would I just double the stitches for each row?
@karenstocks26233 жыл бұрын
Hi When I first do the 4 steps at the beginning its going ok , however I realise the octopus curves over for the shape , but it does it on the 4th row and it's probably the size of a thimble to fit on the thumb ? Is it suppose to curve that quickly ? Just looks like it's very tiny any suggestions please ?
@mimikmh7 жыл бұрын
I've found your Octopus for preemies is the best pattern I've seen.... That being said somewhere in the tentacles, I don't know I put in nine not eight, & two came out longer. 32 chains every time.... I had another great grandson born a preemie & I just wanted to help... Knitted blankets for both boys... Any tidbits you have to offer would be great...
@apcrochet91217 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching and your comment! I completely understand wanting to help! It's very hard having a preemie. Once I've got overly excited while crocheting an octo and skipped the last round of decreases, where you go from 18 sts to 16 sts, and like you ended up with 9 tentacles instead of 8. I've seen some of my students make the same mistake. So I would say make sure you have 16 sts before starting tentacles. Please let me know if this helps and good luck to your grandson!
@MrsGriffin16 жыл бұрын
Thankyou for the video. I am in the process of making my first octopus. I found the video easy to follow and the sound for me was fine. My son who is nearly 2 is disabled and has a cochlear implant and feeding tube I am making him one to see if it stops him playing with his tube and cochlear wire. Also hoping he will enjoy holding the tentacles and the octopus being something he will recognise and enjoy having with him. Many thanks again😀
@MrsGriffin16 жыл бұрын
Sorry I was reading your reply and posted mine in your replies. Hope your octopuses are going well
@robinrowe80252 жыл бұрын
The sound is to way to low will try my air buds . hopefully I can hear you to make it .
@gentriwalker13764 жыл бұрын
Love this tutorial! Do you have a pattern for making it about 4 times this size? Thank you
@elizabethmason82333 жыл бұрын
I used bernet baby blanket yarn and a 10 mm hook to make it bigger!!
@sophiiekicks2 жыл бұрын
I was wondering the same thing! I guess I'll just try to multiply it, since I want to use the same kind of yarn that I did for the one in the video!
@AuthenticMage5 жыл бұрын
These projects require strict standards. Please refer to the standards that your country has developed and not a random video on KZbin. I know several countries do not allow sugar and cream and peaches and cream due to quality and safety concerns.
@apcrochet91215 жыл бұрын
Better yet, call the local hospital where you want to donate these. In either case, my purpose with the videos is not to preach what yarn to use but rather how to make them. Thanks for watching.
@AuthenticMage5 жыл бұрын
There are very strict standards for making these. If not followed they risk the entire program being shut down. Faulty or inferior octopuses lead to little hands getting caught, choking, possible suffocation. If improper yarn is used it is not possible to sterilize them. So if you do not show the correct way to make them, which none of these would pass, you are ultimately doing more harm then good
@apcrochet91215 жыл бұрын
@@AuthenticMage Absolutely. The guidelines on sugar and cream came out after my initial video but I will make a note of it to spread the message. Thanks.
@anamiller13804 жыл бұрын
@@apcrochet9121 You are a kinder, more Patient woman than I- the way you respond to such comments... You're a Peach!!!
@vesnakozina2244 жыл бұрын
Thank You!
@sheliawood15634 жыл бұрын
Brilliant xxx
@desteneevickroy35355 жыл бұрын
Is there a pdf I can download for the pattern
@ikestrelrandomly4 жыл бұрын
Not sure if you still need help, but you can see the pattern on the website she linked :3
@fnafgalaxy99847 жыл бұрын
and I'm guessing if you use a stitch marker you just put it in the first stitch every time?
@apcrochet91217 жыл бұрын
Hi Britt, thank you for your comment. You have two options on where to place the stitch marker. It could either go into the first stitch of a round or the last one, the choice is your, just remember what you picked :) and be consistent throughout the project. When you work all around and reach the marker, work appropriate stitches into the marked stitch and then move the marker up into the newly made stitch. Let me know if it helps, I will try to do a video in the near future show exactly what I mean.
@fnafgalaxy99847 жыл бұрын
APcrochet thank you for your advice I will give that a try and let you know :)
@KnitsOnIce7 жыл бұрын
All hail the st marker. So much easier. Now making my second 'curly cue leg'. EVER. Having a blast learning this pattern.
@rosabetrisey60722 жыл бұрын
Qui peux me conseiller je doit toujours mettre la ouate dans un bas pour les pieuvres
@tabathawilson4724 Жыл бұрын
Does anyone know about how much cotton yarn I would need to make one? I was thinking of the small balls of cotton yarn.
@margytorres4191 Жыл бұрын
I get 1-1/2 to 2 from each skein of cotton yarn using 3.5 hook. About 1-1.25 ounces or 25 grams. Hope this helps.
@tarakohler Жыл бұрын
Going for 1st row to 2nd row, did you do a slip stitch and chain before continuing with the 2 single crochets?
@margytorres4191 Жыл бұрын
She didn’t but you could. I think continuous rows won’t leave gaps.
@abigaildibsdale25147 жыл бұрын
These are fabulous , I have just opened a new channel for crochet, I normally vlog about my life and having a micro preemie son but now he is 4 I have decided to great and donate to N.I.C.U's all over the UK. Could I possibly use this pattern to make a video in UK terms? I would of cause give you credit for the original pattern and link your channel in the description.
@apcrochet91217 жыл бұрын
Hey there, thanks for watching my videos and your comment. ABSOLUTELY! That is the reason for me doing these. Go right ahead, just please link to my video and or crochetforbabies.com for the pattern.
@abigaildibsdale25147 жыл бұрын
APcrochet That is fantastic and yes of course I will link all that 😊. Thank you 😀 x
@BlackRose_22446 жыл бұрын
To make these a bit bigger would I have to change the size of my needle or is it the stitching I have to increase?
@apcrochet91216 жыл бұрын
Great question! You can do it both ways: thicker yarn and bigger hook or an extra row of increases. Good luck!!
@Uniquestitchdesigns3 жыл бұрын
HI ANASTASIA ...I FOUND THIS VIDEO AND I LOVE IT .....I WOULD LOVE TO USE YOUR PATTERN TO DO VIDEO ON MY CHANNEL AS IT IS MUCH MUCH BETTER THEN MINE😜OF COURSE I WOULD PUT YOUR NAME A CREDIT TO YOU.....PLEASE LET ME KNOW WHAT DO YOU THINK .....IF NOT ITS FINE LOVE IT ANYWAYS🥰🥰🥰🥰TAKE CARE SILVIA
@vesnakozina2245 жыл бұрын
Thank You! I made it.
@southernpinkgirl777 жыл бұрын
Since you used a 4.25 mm hook, does that keep the stuffing in after it is washed? Some organizations want there to be no visible gaps in the octopus.
@christinev38617 жыл бұрын
I'm guessing it doesn't because the hook is "big." She actually didn't stuff it enough, but you get the idea. It has to be stuffed to the max. They require it stuffed to the point that it feels "rock hard" and will not give under the one finger push pressure. It's still a great video just to follow the process.
@deamoore1203 жыл бұрын
Can I use wool yarn?
@swampfire2473465 жыл бұрын
Bruh, please edit the audio, or at least allow subtitles, if you can. It's a very good video, but I can't hear any of it. Lol
@santanagossard27136 жыл бұрын
It would be really nice if you do a video that slows it up tou were going to fast to follow and the audio was very poor im trying to learn and it wasnt a beginner video
@apcrochet91216 жыл бұрын
Hello Santana! Thank you so much for watching and for your comment. You are correct this is not a Learn to Crochet video. You or more importantly your fingers need to have the memory of making loops and creating stitches. It takes a bit of practice and you will be on your way! For my complete beginner students I recommend crocheting 10-15 every day for at least a week! That is usually enough to build finger memory. I would recommend starting with a project that doesn't have increases on the beginning of the project. It is just too overwhelming to learn how to do the stitches, identify them, been able to see how many you have, increase, etc when you are just starting out. Good luck!!
@tashainjena6 жыл бұрын
Magic rings are so hard for me to do...
@apcrochet91216 жыл бұрын
Hi Tasha, thank you for your comment! A lot of people struggle with the adjustable ring/magic ring. Its such an amazing technique, it is worth mastering it! There are many ways to do it, try watching different videos and find the one that works the best for you. Good luck!
@mabelwongting2 жыл бұрын
I have trouble hearing your words on max volumes :(....
@haileygood22776 жыл бұрын
Is it ok to make with wool if it's for my own baby out soon...
@apcrochet91216 жыл бұрын
Hailey, thank you for the comment! I don't see why not
@rosabetrisey60722 жыл бұрын
Photo copie merci
@agnessmit15893 ай бұрын
🙏😘
@philliprosenbalm33125 жыл бұрын
I have one. two. of. thim to
@marymilton73463 жыл бұрын
To soft cant hear what your saying :(
@saraholiver69313 жыл бұрын
This is not the correct pattern to donate for the official charity octopus for preemies. IF you use this pattern, then the charity will not accept them. If you are looking to donate the octopuses, then make sure you are using their official site. :)
@arlinayang60227 жыл бұрын
Do u send your octopus to local hospitals for preemies?
@apcrochet91217 жыл бұрын
I have not had the time to make enough to bring to the hospital. I have made few for a direct donation though.
@noellekietzman79467 жыл бұрын
I am a bit confused. When you are working on the first tentacle, after you chained 32, you said you are going to start 2 sc into 3rd stitch from hook, but then it sounded like you changed it to the 2nd stich from hook. Just trying to under stand what constitutes 3rd from hook since you don't count the one on the hook. Sorry, I'm a novice at crochet but I really want to make these for a local hospital project.
@QTFAMKOL37 жыл бұрын
Hi Noelle! I tried both ways, 2 sc into 3rd stitch from hook and 2 sc into 2nd stitch from hook. This does NOT include the loop on the hook. I prefer the look and feel of the later (2 sc into 2nd stitch from hook). I also tried using a "G" hook and an "F" hook. Both hook sizes produce a cute octopus. I prefer the "F" hook for babies, as it makes a smaller animal. I volunteer at a hospice and am making some of these cuties for my patients. I hope this explanation helps you. Good luck and have fun crocheting these adorable little creatures!
@noellekietzman79467 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the reply Jennifer!
@bettycollins89465 жыл бұрын
Great. Video love it you make it so easy thank you xxx
@darrenread80547 жыл бұрын
hi what size hook do you use please?
@apcrochet91217 жыл бұрын
Hi Darren, thanks for watching and your questions. I used 4.25 mm, US G/6 size hook. All of the details are in the video :) and the pattern page crochetforbabies.com/2017/03/04/octopus-for-preemies-2-0-free-crochet-pattern-octo-project/
@kristendavis78704 жыл бұрын
Can't hear!! And can't download pattern
@rosemaryfayers95087 жыл бұрын
Cant hear what your saying.
@apcrochet91217 жыл бұрын
I appreciate your comment and watching the video. This was my second video so the sound was lower. Just raise the volume on your end. =) thanks!
@pearlwise16 жыл бұрын
Me also I am having a very hard time hearing your audio. My laptop and video are turned up to the max
@MsRightseeksMrRight5 жыл бұрын
Volume needs to be louder! Can't you! thx
@apcrochet91215 жыл бұрын
Yes older videos were recorded lower, raise speaker volume. Cannot re-record
@MsRightseeksMrRight5 жыл бұрын
wow I shoulda thought about raising my volume! l never thought to do that!....(pretty insulting comment!).. what a STUPID SUGGESTION!!! do ya NOT think most people would've tried that first??? btw it was at 100%!!!!! I was letting you know YOU HAD A PROBLEM with the video!!! geesh smdh 😡👎
@canuck334 жыл бұрын
Cindy Stewart instead of being snarky and rude, how about a thank you for the free pattern and tutorial. And, yes, some people stupid enough not to raise their volume. I had no problem with the sound. 🤦♀️
@anamiller13804 жыл бұрын
@@MsRightseeksMrRight No need to be so Rude!!! If you bothered reading any of the Other comments, you would have kept your rudeness to the people that Have to put up with you...
@MsRightseeksMrRight4 жыл бұрын
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@gisellamccutchen22246 жыл бұрын
Il suono e troppo basso ma le istruzioni sono chiarissime Parla piu forte, Alza la voce :)
@teenagordon74507 жыл бұрын
Good thing I could see what you were doing, because I couldn't hear you...speak up!
@apcrochet91217 жыл бұрын
Teena, Thank you for watching and your comment. I am new to video and even though I spoke at my normal tone, the volume was not captured properly by the camera. It WILL be fixed in my next videos! I hope you found this video helpful.