Making Anchor the Octopus Step by Step/Market Prep/Crochet Plushie/

[@carmanrutten7768]

Your Anchor turned out so good! I made the large one. Can't wait to make another one. I always enjoy your videos. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

Thank you!!

[@wandahowell5392]

You did an amazing job of Anchor. I was hoping when I found this video that you were going to demonstrate how he is made. I agree that more pictures would have been helpful, especially doing the eyes. Do you think you could make a video of that part?

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

it isn't my pattern so I can't show how he is made I was just sharing my process

[@wandahowell5392]

@cottontailcrafts1719 ok, thanks for replying. I've figured most of it out. Just putting my Anchor together now.

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@wandahowell5392 It's not my pattern so I cat show how to make any part of the pattern. She should have had videos for the tricky bits in my opinion

[@camillescrochet777]

Thank you for this breakdown Heather. I have been curious about what is involved to make this octopus, and you have helped me decide if I will do it one day. The color choices are prefect!

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@camillescrochet777 Thanks just finished my 2nd one lol

[@camillescrochet777]

@@cottontailcrafts1719 can't wait to see!!!

[@DianeBaird-h4f]

Thank you for sharing him with us..he is vwet impressive..I really want try the pattern but sure I am ready for that project just yet.

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@DianeBaird-h4f it's a challenge for sure

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

This was fun! I like seeing the process. Your baby anchor turned out great!!

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@KnottingHookCrochet Thanks Robin!

[@Onepatch1]

Love this type of video. It is great to see the process and hear your feedback on the various steps involved. I like to have an idea of the timing and how much sewing is involved. Thanks for doing this! This pattern has been on my list for quite awhile as well.

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@Onepatch1 ok thanks for the feedback dear

[@HoofnIt03]

I love him! Great job!

[@melissastewart5838]

I agree with these kind of patterns at least a how to make the parts and assembly would be great then it also peaks more interest in the pattern.

[@chelenapavlova1562]

Thank you so much for the pattern breakdown. I just bought this pattern and have put off making it because it looks a little intimidating, lol. I know people hate it when someone plays "armchair Doctor" but, I struggled with the same problem with my sinuses for years. I tried everything, antibiotics, nose rinses, and even went through 2 sinus surgeries, but nothing helped, UNTIL my Ear Nose and Throat DR. sent me to an Immunologist. He did blood work and I have something called Common Variable Immune-Deficiency Disease. Basically, no Immunity. I started on plasma treatments once a week and it changed my world. Might be worth a shot....

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@chelenapavlova1562 I hope to see an ENT soon

[@jackieschneider7354]

That octopus is awesome! I like this format, gives an idea how long to make something.

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@jackieschneider7354 thank you!

[@bethferguson705]

I love your Anchor the Octopus 🐙 Great color choices. This is a helpful video. I have bought 2 skeins of Stormy Ocean but I haven't started him yet. Happy Crocheting 🩷

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@bethferguson705 I'm on my 2nd Octo now lol

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

This is my first time for a video like this,,, let me know if you want more like this one!

[@delonnickels9573]

I like it. More, please

[@lorenascraftingspot]

@@cottontailcrafts1719 Yes, it was great. More please 😋

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@lorenascraftingspot okie dokie 😊

[@rhiannoncallahan1329]

Oh my gosh! Thank you so much for this! I was struggling so badly!

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@rhiannoncallahan1329 glad it helped you

[@MimiMakesKeepsakes]

Your anchor looks good! I agree about the tentacles. You kinda have to figure it out. Mine are backward. 😁

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@MimiMakesKeepsakes lol I'm sure a few ofime are too lol

[@greenck4]

I bought this pattern too but can't find the time to make it. Thank you for the video which makes it feel more doable. He's really beautiful!

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@greenck4 The 2nd one for me was quicker lol

[@lorenascraftingspot]

The colors of the octopus are beautiful. I have that pattern in my wish list but have not pulled the trigger yet. Still thinking about it. Hope you feel better!❤

[@HighCliffCraftyCreations]

I love your Anchor and I enjoy these videos

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@HighCliffCraftyCreations Thank you!

[@HoofnIt03]

I know once I figure this out I will love him! Your Anchor is quite handsome! This is my second watch...seeing your step by step results were very helpful. As a determined newbie, I agree about more pictures. 😎🐙

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@HoofnIt03 aww thanks!

[@nancywilliams798]

I enjoyed this and he turned out really good 😊 Happy Crocheting 🧶

[@AntisocialAuntie]

Your baby anchor is awesome! Looks very cuddly 🥰 Thank you for the feedback on the different parts of the pattern. I have this on my list but not for awhile. Lots of love from the Pacific Northwest 🧡

[@joanprince733]

Anchor is amazing

[@cherylflannery1479]

I agree with you about the pattern. I still love the octopus but it will take trial and error in some areas for sure. In the end I do love these...

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@cherylflannery1479 I wish my wrists were better I'd like to make more

[@therumimillcrochet]

I’ve been wondering about this pattern because of everyone doing it and that I’m on an octopus kick right now. This was helpful and I love how it turned out. 😍Good seeing you Heather! ❤️

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@therumimillcrochet I just finished Octo #2 lol was easier 2nd time around lol

[@merlemiddleton6703]

Love your octopus, wish you had made a tutorial.❤️

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@merlemiddleton6703 I can't it isn't my pattern.

[@MarleneMackenzie-k1h]

I enjoyed this type of video. The octopus is cute.😅

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@MarleneMackenzie-k1h Glad someone enjoyed it 🤣

[@mespreier]

How do you make it where the tentacles flip and lay flat? I am having such a hard time with this pattern

[@Stacymakes]

Enjoyed this video! I do remember now when I made the large octopus in April that I doubted which end was correct when attached the outer color to the suckers. I think I went to look at her IG pics and pics she was tagged in to see if it was the end that had a bobble close or not 😂 and I remember being confused about sewing the tentacles all together. The way it was written I think I had to turn my work but she didn't say anything about turning.. Forgive me if I'm wrong it was 3 months ago 😂 You're turned out beautiful though 😍

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@Stacymakes yes her pics show the tentacles facing her when crocheting them on I had to have them on the backside. That's what worked for me anyways 😂

[@DeannaCrochetMagician]

Loved the video Heather. He looks awesome!

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@DeannaCrochetMagician Thanks so much!

[@kathyfriesen1612]

I love him 😍 I just went and purchased the pattern 😀

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@kathyfriesen1612 It looks pretty amazing when done!

[@bethferguson705]

For your sinuses, Have you tried a Neti pot? It has helped me a lot. I've had to take the antibiotics a lot in the past but the saline water in the Neti pot works for me. Hope you feel better Heather 💚

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@bethferguson705 I've tried everything lol

[@Connie.the.Crocheter]

I’ve also bought the pattern and haven’t made it yet. Hope to soon!

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@Connie.the.Crocheter just finished #2 lol

[@Alanaawaytoanisland]

I’m struggling to get my suckers to be the same length as the arm so when I crochet them together one ends up way longer and I have to start over it’s so frustrating

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@Alanaawaytoanisland it is frustrating

[@tanyamiles5843]

Try putting the suckers in place, and clip the suckers to the arm with a hair clip to hold it in place while you crochet them together. That’s what I do and it helps a lot.

[@noraspence2671]

I liked this video! Now I won't be at a complete loss if I try to make one.

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@noraspence2671 the second one is easier lol

[@cherrib00m]

I Have the pattern but I struggle with the eyes, I dont know what to do after you've put the mark to seperate the rounds, I get a hole in the middle when I try to sc around 😭

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

just close the hole with yarn

[@brownnikki1]

explain the eye part

[@craftwizardsbyjane]

Sorry to hear you have not been well. Do try nasal nasal rinse with neti pot method. You can google the details. Hope you get well soon ❤

[@Synderai]

Lovely work❤ Have you tried an antihistamine for your sinuses? Also a vaporizer might help clear your congestion or some steam and a towel over your head.

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

I've tried everything

[@brownnikki1]

Imade one but I did not understand the eyes part.

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

Did you message the seller

[@dzamarelli]

I found this so hard. I’m making it now and I’m stuck at the eyes part. I’m literally crying and having a meltdown. I would give anything for some help

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@dzamarelli have you messaged the pattern designer?

[@slipperysnake9410]

I’m stuck on the eyes too. I CANNOT understand it. I’ve done it over and over and something is not clicking with the way it’s worded for me and having no video tutorial literally anywhere is so frustrating.

[@jeepgirl4984]

@@slipperysnake9410I completely agree. I think the designer should at least make a video on how to do the eyes.

[@sherridonelli7369]

😍🐙

[@colleendupont6007]

I think that's one that I would not try I just don't care for it maybe it's just me but you did a great job on it

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@colleendupont6007 Thank you!

[@slipperysnake9410]

I bought the pattern and I can’t for the life of me understand the eyes. I’ve done it and redone it so many times and it NEVER looks right. I’m so frustrated because there is no video tutorial and I’m a visual learner. 😭

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@slipperysnake9410 I agree a video tutorial would have been very helpful. Message the seller and leave honest feedback

[@kathymartin5036]

Your congestion sounds like allergies to me. I have had them forever and they can be miserable. There were times it was just work to breathe. There are good medications now that really help with out making you drowsy. People think allergies are nothing, but mine would get so bad I would have allergy onset asthma. So that was not fun. Take care and feel better soon. oh, and I love the octopus.

[@marniegrosz7546]

I can't see anything that your doing...

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@marniegrosz7546 This isn't a tutorial on how to make him. This isn't my pattern.

[@marniegrosz7546]

OK 😢

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@marniegrosz7546 so sorry dear

[@RebeccaSchmitt-o8f]

I'm sorry this was a pointless video. Absolutely no help at all.