DIY Octopus Plushie!!! | with Free Templates

Here is one of the cutest Plushie DIYs that I have made so far!
An adorable octopus which is surprisingly easy to make.
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I have seen similar octopus plushies around on the internet and I just had to try and make my own version of them. Please let me know what you think and feel free to leave any comments or questions below.
This tutorial uses a sewing method, you can learn the basic stitches and techniques that I used here: Hand-Sewing | Basic Stitches and Techniques ( • HOW TO HAND-SEW | Basi... )
If you would like to see a plushie DIY using the "No-Sew" method, you can follow this tutorial: DIY Domo Soft Toy/Plushie | No-Sew ( • DIY Domo Soft Toy/Plus... )
If you would to see me make more "No-Sew" DIYs please let me know in the comments section!
Stuff you will need:
My Templates - adobe.ly/2UZZBC1
My plushie is around 30cm high. To achieve this size, the template page must be A4-sized.
Fleece - Lilac (100cm×50cm); Purple (50cmx50cm); Black; White
Thread - Lilac; Purple; Black; White
Stuffing
Scissors
Needle
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[@camdenw7233]

I just finished making this! It's the first plushie I have ever sewn! Thank you so much for making this pattern!! It was easy for even a complete beginner to do!

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you so much for your comment! I'm glad you enjoyed making it 😊

[@snowball7775]

Please tell me what type of clothes you used & where shall I buy

[@meagan1169]

@@snowball7775 you can buy cloth from Hobby Lobby, or Walmart😊

[@snowball7775]

Thank you 😄

[@RedRockingBird]

@@snowball7775 she used what we call in the UK -fleece fabric. I have a cute cotton FREE bird pattern on my channel if you'd like to try that

[@darkhorizonstudios3014]

That's the best octopus plushie ever! Most people don't even make them that cute

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you!!

[@ctrlaltdimi7395]

THANK GOODNESS. Finally a template big enough to make a DYI Drifloon plush. Thank you so much. Cute octopus, by the way! Very well made!

[@totofarajallah831]

The cutest octopus ever! Thanks for the tutorial

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you for your comment!

[@jerriecoline7571]

5 years from now on she’s still replying to all comments, btw i wanted to try this🥰

[@aibhaili0]

I know

[@tpoia]

Hi

[@tpoia]

Hi

[@violetfernandez0215]

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[@richardbeets3854]

Greetings comrads

[@33pandagamer]

Just finish making one. Despite the fact that I did not have a printer at the time, and had no idea what those fancy stitches are, it turned out really good. Thanks for making this video.

[@meagan1169]

This is cute. I'm going to make this for my little sister.

[@stormehh19]

Me too for her bday cause of this coronavirus pandemic

[@luna8295]

I'm gonna make one for each of my little sisters. It's just so cute!

[@RedRockingBird]

@@luna8295 cute, how did you get on, a FREE bird pattern over on my channel ❤️

[@gautamgautamsuresh1218]

U guys are great siblings , all i have done my life is steal my sisters food and snacks

[@luna8295]

@@gautamgautamsuresh1218 all siblings do that. And i mean ALL

[@animanfan5442]

That's a lot of hand sewing. I applaud you for putting in so much effort

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you for your comment! =)

[@chaigen3183]

Used the head pattern to create a head for something else, great tutorial, very clear ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@natalieruby7934]

This looks store bought, so that means it looks AWESOME!! You did a good job, super cute

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you!! 😊

[@minhthaonguyen30]

why dont you have more views?? i found this tutorial to be the easiest to understand and have very clear instructions. nice!

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you!! :D

[@oliviabelle5763]

Super cute idea! My nephew is turning into a very big stuffed animal fan because of all the beautiful stuffed animals his amazing mom buys him. I can't wait to surprise the two of them with a stuffed animal made just for him 💕

[@NuttyCrafter]

That's sounds lovely 😊 I'm sure he'll love it!

[@oliviabelle5763]

@@NuttyCrafter thank you!!

[@alicegong5127]

I just made a mini version of this, thank you for the tutorial!! Quarantine got me making all sorts of tiny plushies

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thanks for your comment 😊

[@mariaandrealeguizamon1012]

me encantó

[@tessn722]

You're so talented! I can't wait to watch through more of your channel.

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you so much! =)

[@NuttyCrafter]

+Sydsnation Thank you for your comment!

[@melaniep4099]

looks so kawaii! (^_^)😆😆😆

[@nyracopo7043]

Nutty Crafter

[@edermarquez6870]

Lola 😚🤐💤💩🤒😳😔😖😡😡😡😡😝😜😛😂😃🍟🍉🍇🌨🌯🙄🤔

[@cry-ye4pu]

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[@XXanimeseekerXX]

no matter how many times I watch this it is still soooo cute!

[@NuttyCrafter]

That's so sweet, thank you! =D

[@XXanimeseekerXX]

You're very welcome!

[@Zahr-.9]

now is 1AM and Im trying to sleep but after I saw this cute video I’m going to make this adorable octopus now💕💕💕💕💕

[@alexismeinerz]

My cousin and I made these for her birthday and it was so fun! She learned a lot and we have adorable little plushies! Thank you so much

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you so much for sharing! I'm glad you enjoyed making them 😊

[@NIN-a9195]

Those plush toys are very fun and cute ❤

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you 😊

[@NIN-a9195]

@@NuttyCrafter You're welcome ❤

[@SewingCraftStudio]

Oh, she is so adorable 😍😍

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you ☺️

[@irinavassileva4128]

Nutty Crafter, I love the video! You and your ideas are awesome! Thanks for sharing this amazing video!

[@catherinebeckett2964]

Very professional looking! I am planning on making an elaborate fake fish tank with toy fish and similarly crafted aquarium decor for my niece and nephews, and I like this design very much! Thank you for what you do, and I hope you enjoy it!!

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you so much for your comment. That sounds like a fantastic idea! I'm sure they will love it 😊

[@RedRockingBird]

Catherine sounds amazing, cute little bird pattern over on my new channel ❤️

[@NekoKumeika]

I just want to say, that your tutorial was super helpful.^^ Finally I have my cute octo plushie and I'm really happy, thank you.

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you for your comment! I'm really glad it helped =D

[@LittleAnthroKitten18]

Thank you for the templates. After watching this I made a blue and green one for my son. He loved it

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thanks for your comment!

[@katealail2279]

I tried this octopus because it looked so cute… And it is adorable!! 🥰 🥰 🥰! Probably the cutest thing I have made :)! Tysm for the video!

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you for your comment! 😊

[@theresalichtenwalner5441]

This is so cute! Great job. Thanks for taking the time to share it with everyone.

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you so much for your comment! 😊

[@rina207100]

Thank you. Clear exact instructions which are easy to follow.

[@sandipaghosh6631]

I really enjoyed watching this video and making a really cut DIY octopus plushie . The tutorial was quite easy enough and the instructions were very easy to follow . Please make one dog plushie . Thanks so much for this delightful video Nutty Cracker

[@NuttyCrafter]

+Sandipa Ghosh I'm so happy to hear that. Thanks for your comment! :D

[@aginger1558]

This is the cutest Octopus EVER!!!!!!!!!😄

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you so much! :D

[@spide4man]

WOW That is AMAZING !!!😁😁😁😁

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you! ❤️

[@crimsonxredart4997]

Wow! This is so cute!!! I’m definitely making this (this will be the third thing like a stuffed plushie I’ve ever sewn,I’ve sewn an among us plushie and a pillow”

[@mollydreher4409]

So cute, surprised some people gave it a thumbs down

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you for your comment! =)

[@miss_whimsy_]

Im gonna make this, but with longer tentacles! :D

[@NuttyCrafter]

That's a good idea =) Let me know how it turns out!

[@juniorpolktheplotagonmovie4833]

That Octopus Is Cute😍

[@amandasummers3093]

Adorable, I can't wait to try it

[@SJrockerZ]

I saw many like this, but I really like this one

[@caroletho]

I love that. Thank you so much. I'll make one for my niece, for her Christmas!

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you for your comment! I'm sure she'll love it =)

[@KYNAEVIL]

Oh, I see you were here years before me… also being the cool and creative Auntie. I’m currently making her a giant worm on a string and looking at how to utilise the left overs.

[@katiem1093]

the bow looks so good ur so talented

[@darkhorizonstudios3014]

That is so cute!😍 I also love the music

[@samsungtabs6787]

J'adore c'est trop chou je cherchais justement un foufou pour mon petit cousin 😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁

[@TheMisslisa961]

I'm making this for my mom! (thank you)😇

[@pamistry]

Super cute smile ur plushie has!!

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you :)

[@coolperson3136]

OMG YAY!!!! I LOVE OCTIPI AND YOU PROVIDED US TEMPLATES!!!!!! YAYYYYYY

[@rebeccaburk4843]

I made one of these using your tutorial. It turned out great!

[@NuttyCrafter]

That's great! Thanks for your comment ❤️

[@collencutebontuyan6049]

It's so cuuuuuute 😍 I want to have it.

[@lailahakiki4210]

So cuteeee❣️

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you 😊

[@spongebobbestchannelever2161]

@@NuttyCrafter hello 👋

[@laurajanethomason5098]

Really really cute tutorial and plushie however the music did my head in so had to mute it, the loop was too much :(!!

[@Sadie-mo1jj]

Thank you for this video! I have recently taken up sewing as a hobby and I love creating new things and challenging myself by making plushies like these! Amazing tutorial video and thank you again for showing your creativity!

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you so much for your comment ❤️

[@macyvanwart2514]

OMG THIS IS THE CUTEST THING I'VE SEEN IN MY LIFE, CUZ MY BOYFRIEND'S NICKNAME IS OCTOPUS!!!!!!

[@moistymuffin4730]

Lol

[@lbell1703]

I was speed reading so at first, I thought this said "CUZ MY BOYFRIEND'S NAME IS OCTOPUS" and I was like "...you do you, boyfriend's mom." XD.

[@stormehh19]

@@lbell1703 😂 what the heck! I was about to comment that

[@mariavictoriapadsoyan4151]

Nice and cool the plushy octopus looks so cute and udorable

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you!!

[@crescent-zj4qm]

That is so CUTEEE !!!!! I'm in love with your octopus right now !!!! Can I ask you something ?? Can I use my old shirt to make this cute octopus ?? Because I am 12 ... So my mother would never buy me a felt or something ... Can I ????

[@Thedndwitch]

you probably could use an old t-shirt

[@cinnybatter]

Why are you asking her for permission lmao of course you can use whatever the hell you want

[@courtneymaclaren1466]

Yeah I did it with a old t shirt and it was fine

[@blackheartcrafts5487]

It worked very well and it's super cute!

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you!

[@by_soficor1493]

Thanks for masterclass))) Its really useful!!!

[@wendydejong5404]

This is too adorable😱😍

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you! =)

[@nancyab2162]

OMG!!!!! THIS IS SOOOOO CUTE!!!!!

[@kiaviermorrison6780]

yeah right,IT'S GORGEOUS, BUT NOT AS GORGEOUS AS MY BABY SISTER EMERIE

[@tooslandia]

So many tentacles but sooo worth it!! 👍👏

[@cylondiycrafts5234]

Amazing ... great videos! Love your channel! 😍

[@avajohnson7612]

So Cute! I going to make this one, and then I'm going to make a smaller pattern and make a little baby one! Thank you so much for this pattern!

[@thisfox7491]

It's so beautiful 🙂

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank youu! :D

[@thisfox7491]

+Nutty Crafter no problem :D

[@thisfox7491]

I subscribed your channels :3

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you :3

[@thisfox7491]

+Nutty Crafter your welcome :D

[@spongebobbestchannelever2161]

Awesome 🤩 nice job bro 😎

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you ❤️

[@satendrasingh-yd5xt]

Soooooooo cute🐙🐙

[@chara7980]

Guess what, I subscribed! You make some amazing stuff, and you have amazing talent!

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you so much!! And welcome to the family ❤️

[@chara7980]

Thank you! I have a recommendation, you should show how to make things from more games! A lot of people buy stuff or want to make stuff like that

[@janellehill9526]

Your talent forced me to subscribe 😂😂😂👌🏾🙈

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thanks for your comment and welcome to the Nutty Crafter family!! :D

[@lea-qb7du]

Nutty Crafter i also subscribe to you

[@MarioZelda-lr5xc]

Nutty Crafter what material you use for Head

[@NuttyCrafter]

I used fleece. All the materials are listed in the description box if you want to have a look =)

[@rita-jy6yn]

Janelle Hill me too

[@yourcraftbuddy937]

it is indeed the cutest thing I saw today

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you!!

[@gravedecaf27]

Do more plush tutorials!!!! So Awesome! And you have an template which makes it better >3

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thanks for your comment! I have many more plushie tutorials coming soon so stay tuned! :D

[@gravedecaf27]

+Nutty Crafter yay!! ^3^ subscribed!

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank youuu! :3

[@gravedecaf27]

+Nutty Crafter welcome ^~^

[@isommg]

+Nutty Crafter Can you make a plushie tutorial for a dog coin holder It would be like a small dog head and on top there would be like a zipper and it would hold coins.

[@labanidas8783]

This is so cute mam💗💗💗💗i will definitely try this😘😘😘😘😘

[@redrose14152]

Soo cute, amma definately try this.

[@cashiecutie]

Just made this! It turned out perfect. Great clear instructions, no trouble at all! Do more plush tutorials pleeease! Subscribed :)

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you for your comment! I'm so glad you found the tutorial easy to follow =) if you would like to share a photo of your creation, my social links are always in the description box. I have many more plushie tutorials planned for this year so stay tuned!! Thanks for subscribing =)

[@Liz-gp2bt]

I thought it was reversible but I loved it

[@raccoon_with_juicebox4982]

I made this out of my old jeans. AMAZING!

[@NuttyCrafter]

That's such a creative idea! Well done 😊

[@suicidemouse3100]

How did you you do that

[@SalimahTabassum]

tysm for thsi I was thinking that to giev my aunt somting liek this and your one is the most beautiful soft toy that I have evr seen ty

[@jasonmiles2384]

how does KZbin get it so perfect

[@Devil60official]

you are so good at crafts

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you! =)

[@craftyvee517]

I made a pattern very similar to yours. Would you be fine if I were to sell my plushies?

[@harukojean_801hiatus8]

Thank you for the tutorial

[@anikamobassira8655]

Soo...cute

[@Idkwhatthisis285]

My little sister always want an octopus plush just like in Roblox adopt me game...Ty for this tutorial,Now i can make my sister dream come true :D

[@ReeseMicahTuico]

I wish I can make an octopus plushie but my sewing machine is broken 😢

[@maddiejohnson4404]

Adorable! New subscriber

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you!! :D

[@maddiejohnson4404]

+Nutty Crafter :P

[@AnneAsad7500]

Thanks your ideas are superb

[@billimadison66]

definitely gonna make one :3

[@lenkiyoumi]

Going to make my mom one of these for Mother's Day can't wait to work on it

[@NuttyCrafter]

+lenkiyoumi Let me know how it goes! :D

[@maddychavez5683]

if you don't know how to sew you can just use hot glue and pull it inside out like +Nutty crafter did

[@adolys5616]

That's true

[@sousalarson6858]

Or you could learn to sew and broaden your skills. Everyone should know the 3 basic stitches used. They are useful for so much in life.

[@lamyalathee3330]

your talent forced me to subscribe

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you! Welcome to the Nutty Crafter family =)

[@angelesjarquin9078]

Alguien más latin@

[@luisa.q.v.9684]

Si yo

[@peterlim573]

Wow nice work i love your work😍

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you so much 😊

[@NuttyCrafter]

+Ieyla Aqilah Thank you for your comment! :D You can definitely use any old fabric to make this - it is a very good idea in fact! Let me know how it goes! :)

[@skyfry7565]

Nutty Crafter

[@loveleenpandey1949]

Nice video I will try this

[@alexamartinez235]

Alguien 2020, intentando hacer esto xq está en tendencia en Tik Tok? 😆

[@DIYwithHalynaYilmaz]

Super idea!

[@simplysofia5710]

cute video! but the music annoyed the shit out of me😂

[@JamesMagro]

there's a mute button for a reason

[@PradeepKumar-pi9sk]

uu8yuui hik

[@ellieblaxland8584]

Sofia14 you really dont need to swear😐😐😐

[@DelicateMoonMistress]

Videos are much more enjoyable when there is good music. 😂👌🏻

[@deletingthischanel9185]

SimplySofia rlly 😡

[@amuthamohan983]

Thank you so much for the video it helped so much i am a 12 year old and this is the first plushie i ve made the instructions are clear will be waiting for more such videos

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank you for your comment! ❤️ I have a whole playlist of plushie tutorials which you can watch using this link: kzbin.info/aero/PLm7yqiyulliCuEO9i7zezqW6h5wlE7z-a

[@JoseGarcia-qp3qk]

Esta bien el video lo que si da sueno Es la music

[@rainadiwan6594]

Si

[@nathaliatoth8744]

Super adorable! 💜🐙💗

[@saniyabasheer9190]

nutty crafter which material did you used for the head? do we find this material in local knitting stores

[@NuttyCrafter]

It's fleece. I buy it from fabric stores but you can also recycle an old blanket if you want =)

[@toothlesszilla9982]

Hugs the octo puffy 😍

[@apology89]

hm, you wouldn't happen to have a template for a top hat so I can finally have an Octi doll? :)

[@NuttyCrafter]

Unfortunately I don't have one sorry :(

[@NuttyCrafter]

I might make one in the future =) but at the moment I am working on a number of different projects

[@jessicamckay5486]

Nutty Crafter thank you

[@chocolatelover1425]

Nutty Crafter 🍦

[@faithboi8128]

apology89 OCTI

[@chlebsmaslem5928]

its a perfect ! i am from czech republic and this is the first instruction that makes sense

[@NuttyCrafter]

Thank youu!! =)

[@andyherrera2978]

I used a running stitch lol

[@ihatemondstadtscrabs6818]

did it work?

[@angx1ina]

CourtsofChaos Patternwalker what happened? Did it still work?

[@seounchoi]

This is so cute! I have an exam coming up and my teacher wants us to sew a plushie and this is my choice! I'll try my best 😄😄

[@NuttyCrafter]

Best of luck! I'm sure it will turn out great 😊