Crochet Octopus Keychain Pattern That Pop with Style

Crocheting an Octopus Phone Strap

Project Essentials

Use this guide to craft a small, multi-functional accessory. The finished size is perfect for attaching to cell phones, key rings, or zipper pulls.

• Yarn: Obtain yarn in your desired color for the octopus body (the tutor uses Milk Cotton M Big Play yarn) and a small amount of a contrasting color (Pink or Black Polyerry yarn) for facial details (optional).

• Hook: Use a 3.5 mm crochet hook.

• Stuffing: Use fiberfill (Dacron) to firmly stuff the octopus head.

• Tools: Prepare scissors, a tapestry needle, and a stitch marker to keep track of your rounds.

Special Features

The design of this octopus focuses on two main unique elements:

• Seamless Head Shaping: You create the head using standard amigurumi increases and decreases, resulting in a smooth, continuous sphere without any sharp corners or ridges.

• Wavy Tentacles: You form the distinct, curly tentacles by chaining and working various stitches (slip stitch, double crochet) directly into the back loops of the last body round, eliminating the need to sew on eight separate pieces.

Level of Difficulty

Beginner/Easy.

This is an excellent project for beginners who want to learn basic amigurumi shaping. You must be comfortable with the following techniques: Magic Ring, single crochet (sc), increasing (inc), decreasing (dec), double crochet (dc), and slip stitch (sl st). The pattern is simple and highly repetitive, making it quick to memorize.

Insights from the Creator

The tutor provides key steps to ensure a neat finish and proper shaping:

• Back Loop Decreases: When shaping the bottom of the head (Round 10), work the single crochet decreases specifically in the back loop only (BLO). This leaves a clean front loop on the outside, which you will use later as the anchor points for the tentacles

• Stuffing Density: Stuff the head with fiberfill until it is quite firm and dense. This ensures the octopus maintains its smooth, spherical shape after you close the body and attach the tentacles.

• Tentacle Count: Pay close attention to the tentacle pattern, as you need to repeat the formula 6 times to ensure you create all the necessary tentacles evenly spaced around the head.

The Creative Journey: Step-by-Step Guide

This project is a wonderful choice for makers of all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned experts.

Made using lightweight or medium-weight yarn like cotton or acrylic, the accessory is durable enough for regular handling while remaining soft and appealing to the touch.

Plus, it’s easy to customize—you can experiment with vibrant colors or add details like tiny embroidered eyes and other embellishments for a truly personal touch.

Versatile and heartfelt, it serves as an excellent gift option for loved ones or a fun addition to your own accessory collection. Whether it’s for practical use or a cheerful decorative flair, this piece stands out with its combination of functionality and creativity, making it a small yet meaningful treasure anyone would adore.

Its small size, soft texture, and flowing tentacles give it a distinctive look that grabs attention and sparks joy wherever you go.

The Final Polish Tip

Enhance the Wavy Look: To make the tentacles extra bouncy and curly, slightly twist each finished tentacle tightly around your finger after you complete the round. This action helps to set the wavy shape created by the double crochet increases and ensures they stand out from the body.

A Satisfying Completion

You have successfully crocheted an adorable and functional octopus accessory! This quick project demonstrated how to efficiently shape a sphere and create signature wavy limbs without any sewing, leaving you with a delightful charm ready for immediate use.