Sure! Here’s a stepbystep tutorial for creating a cozy octopus crochet blanket. This tutorial will guide you through the basic process, but feel free to customize the colors and size according to your preference.
Materials Needed:
Yarn: Choose a soft yarn in various colors (for the blanket body and octopus features). A bulky or worsted weight yarn works well.
Crochet hook: Size appropriate for your yarn (commonly an H8 or I9 for worsted weight).
Scissors
Yarn needle
Measuring tape (if you want a specific size)
Stitches Used:
Chain (ch)
Slip stitch (sl st)
Single crochet (sc)
Double crochet (dc)
Half double crochet (hdc)
Blanket Base:
1. Create the Foundation Chain:
Begin by making a slip knot and chain the desired length. A common size might be 100150 chains, depending on how big you want the blanket.
2. Row 1:
In the second chain from the hook, make 1 sc. Continue to make sc across the chain. You should have a solid foundation.
3. Subsequent Rows:
Turn your work, chain 1, and sc across for as many rows as desired. You can change colors in any row for a striped effect.
4. Finishing the Blanket:
Once you reach your desired length, finish with a row of sc and fasten off. Weave in any loose ends.
Octopus Appliqué:
Body:
1. Making the Octopus Head:
Start with a magic ring.
Round 1: 6 sc into the magic ring (6)
Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12)
Round 3: 1 sc, increase repeat around (18)
Round 4: 2 sc, increase repeat around (24)
Round 57: Sc in each stitch (24)
Round 8: 2 sc, decrease repeat around (18)
Round 9: 1 sc, decrease repeat around (12)
Finish stuffing and close it off.
Tentacles:
1. Creating Tentacles:
Make 8 tentacles using chains and single crochet:
Chain 40, turn, and then work hdc back, finishing with a sc at the end.
Fasten off. Repeat for all tentacles, adjusting the length as you see fit.
2. Attaching Tentacles:
Sew the bottom of the tentacles to the bottom of the octopus head with your yarn needle, spacing them evenly around.
Features:
1. Eyes:
You can crochet small circles or use safety eyes. To crochet:
Make a small magic ring, insert a few stitches, and fasten off.
Sew these onto the head.
2. Smile:
With contrasting yarn, sew a simple smile using a back stitch.
Finishing Touches:
Position your octopus where you want it on your blanket and sew it onto the blanket securely using the yarn needle.
Optional Edging:
For a finished look, consider adding a simple border around the blanket:
Use a contrasting color and create a round of sc or dc all around the blanket edges.
Care Instructions:
Always wash the yarn according to the label’s instructions. Hand washing is recommended to keep the shape and colors vibrant.
Conclusion:
Congratulations on completing your octopus crochet blanket! Customize this tutorial by experimenting with colors and sizes for both the blanket and the octopus. Happy crocheting!