Brighten up your day with this crochet octopus toy with headphones! With a playful smile and colorful suction cups, this sea-inspired amigurumi is perfect for ocean-themed nurseries or as a quirky gift.
Under-the-Sea Fun with a Musical Crochet Octopus
This music-loving octopus isn’t just adorable – it’s a conversation starter! Crafted with care, it’s a charming addition to any handmade toy collection.
With light blue yarn: Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6) Round 2: (sc, inc) x3 (9) Rounds 3–18: sc around (9) Fasten off, stuff lightly, and sew evenly spaced around the underside of the body.
Pom-Poms (make 8 total):
Use pink, yellow, and light blue yarn. Mix and match colors for fun.
Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6) Round 2: inc x6 (12) Round 3: sc around (12) Round 4: (sc, dec) x4 (8) Round 5: dec x4 (4) Fasten off, close, and sew one pom-pom to the tip of each tentacle.
Headphones (make in 3 parts):
Headband:
With grey yarn: Ch 30 (or enough to stretch gently across the head) Row 1: sc in each ch Fasten off. Leave long tail for sewing.
Earcups (make 2):
Start with white yarn: Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6) Round 2: inc x6 (12) Switch to grey yarn: Round 3: sc around (12) Round 4: (sc, dec) x4 (8) Fasten off and lightly stuff.
Sew one cup to each side of the head. Sew the band over the top to complete the headphone look.
Assembly:
Attach tentacles evenly on the underside.
Sew pom-poms to tentacle tips.
Position and sew on headphones.
Add any additional details: embroidered cheeks, musical notes, or small bow.
