Crochet Pattern: Cute Mini Octopus Amigurumi Keychain

Adorable mini octopus keychains crochet Cute Mini Octopus Amigurumi Pattern, perfect for adding a touch of fun to your keys or bags!

This enchanting mini amigurumi features a round, plush body with intricately crocheted tentacles that gracefully curl. The head is adorned with bright, expressive eyes, giving it a playful and friendly appearance. Crocheted from soft sky blue yarn, its shape is compact and perfectly suited for keychain use.

Crochet Mini Octopus Amigurumi Keychain

The color possibilities are endless, allowing you to choose vibrant hues like turquoise, arctic, or coral to create a lively and cheerful accessory. Each choice brings out a unique character in this charming mini octopus, making it a delightful addition to your collection or a thoughtful, handmade gift for others.

Materials Needed:

• Yarn in one color for the body (plus small amounts of black for the mouth and pink for the cheeks)
• 4mm safety eyes
• Blank keyrings (if turning into keychains)
• Stuffing material
• Crochet hook (3mm is recommended for tight stitches)
• Yarn needle
• Stitch marker (or a paperclip)
• Scissors

Pattern Steps:

Start with a Magic Circle:

• Make a magic circle and chain one to start. This chain does not count as a stitch.
• Make 6 single crochets (sc) into the magic circle.
• Pull the tail to cinch the magic circle closed. You have completed Round 1 with 6 sc.

Round 2 (Increase Round):

• Increase in each stitch around by making 2 sc in each stitch from the previous round, giving you a total of 12 sc.

For Round 3:

• Alternate Increases: sc in the next stitch, then 2 sc in the following stitch (increase) all the way around, ending the round with 18 sc.

Round 4 (Staggered Increases):

• Begin with 1 sc, increase in the next stitch, then 1 sc in the next two stitches. Continue this pattern (1 sc, 1 sc, increase) around, ending up with 24 sc.

Round 5-9:

• Sc in each stitch around, maintaining 24 stitches. Your piece will start to curve.

Insert Safety Eyes:

• Place safety eyes between Rounds 6 and 7, three stitches apart.

Round 10 (Start Decreasing):

• Start with 1 sc, then do an invisible decrease over the next two stitches. Repeat this pattern (1 sc, invisible decrease) around, ending with 16 stitches.
• Invisible decrease is performed by working only in the front loops of the stitches.

Stuff the Octopus:

• Partially stuff the octopus body, ensuring it’s firm but not overstuffed.

Round 11 (Further Decreasing):

• Invisible decrease in each stitch around, working in the back loops only, to create a base for the tentacles. You’ll finish with 8 stitches.
• Close up the opening by weaving the tail through the front loops of the last round’s stitches and pulling tight.

Making the Tentacles:

• Work in the front loops of Round 10. Attach yarn, chain 5, then make 4 half double crochets down the chain. Slip stitch into the next front loop.
• Repeat this for all 8 tentacles.

Embroider the Face:

• Using black yarn, embroider a smile between the eyes on Round 7.
• With pink yarn, stitch the cheeks below each eye.

Final Touches:

• Sew on the keychain loop or attachment as desired.
• Weave in all loose ends securely.

Finishing the Octopus:

• Ensure all components are securely attached, eyes are properly in place, and all ends are woven in.