This Jellyfish Amigurumi crochet pattern is a quick and easy crochet project for a super adorable JellyFish stuffed animal that makes a great addition to an ocean themed decor!
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Add a hanger and hang it from the ceiling or leave the hanger off and set it on a shelf to display it’s cuteness.
Crochet jellyfish aren’t just eye-catching ornaments; they also serve a practical purpose. Their soft, tentacle-laden bodies make them ideal for children, providing a sensory experience that encourages tactile exploration and imaginative play.
Moreover, these crochet jellyfish can be transformed into mobile decorations or even ornaments, allowing you to bring a touch of aquatic magic to your home.
This Jellyfish Amigurumi also makes a great toy for any marine loving kiddos! It can even be added to a marine biology curriculum!
Materials
Worsted Weight Yarn (#4)
- Main Color – 75yds/1.5oz
- Accent Color – 50 yds/1oz
F/5/3.75mm Crochet Hook
9mm Black Animal Eyes
Embroidery Floss
- Black
- Pink
Poly-Fil Ultra Plush
Yarn Needle
Scissors
Gauge
Not critical for this project
Finished Measurements
From top of head to bottom of tentacles = 6″ approx.
Stitch Guide
arnd = around
ch = chain
dc = double crochet
dec = single crochet decrease
sc = single crochet
sl st(s) = slip stitch(es)
Skill Level
Easy
Written in U.S. Terms
Notes
- Beginning chains do not count as stitches unless otherwise indicated.
- Worked in the round with no joins or turns.
- When asterisks appear, repeat the instructions between them as indicated.
- Tutorial Photos are on the last page
- I used various 100% acrylic worsted weight yarns for this project, but any fiber in any size can be used (this will change the texture and/or finished measurements)
Instructions
JELLYFISH HEAD
With Main Color,
R1. Make adjustable ring, ch 1, 6 sc in ring (6)
R2. 2 sc arnd (12)
R3. *2 sc, sc* arnd (18)
R4. *2 sc, sc x 2* arnd (24)
R5. *2 sc, sc x 3* arnd (30)
R6. *2 sc, sc x 4* arnd (36)
R7. *2 sc, sc x 5* arnd (42)
R8-15. sc arnd (42)
R16. *dec, sc x 5* arnd; Fasten. (36)
HEAD BASE
With Main Color,
R1. Make adjustable ring, ch 1, 6 sc in ring (6)
R2. 2 sc arnd (12)
R3. *2 sc, sc* arnd (18)
R4. *2 sc, sc x 2* arnd (24)
R5. *2 sc, sc x 3* arnd (30)
R6. *2 sc, sc x 4* arnd; Fasten. (36)
CURLY TENTACLES (Make 4)
With Main Color,
Ch 25, starting in 2nd ch from hook and working in the back bump of the chain only: *3 sc, sc, 2 sc, sc* 2X, *3 sc, sc x 2, 2 sc, sc x 2* 2X, 3 sc, sc x 3; Fasten. (34)
STRAIGHT TENTACLES (Make 4)
With Accent Color,
Ch 23, starting in 2nd ch from hook and working in the back bump of the chain only: sl st in each ch across; Fasten. (23)
Finishing
- Insert 9mm craft eyes between rows 13 & 14, leaving 5 stitches between them. Add hot glue to the back side of the eye before placing the washer on for extra security.
- Stitch eyelashes next to the eyes if desired. Knot tails on the inside of the head and then add a dab of hot glue to the knot for extra security.
- Stitch cheeks under eyes between rows 15 & 16. Knot tails on the inside of the head and then add a dab of hot glue to the knot for extra security.
- Stuff the jellyfish head and set aside.
- Sew the tentacles to the right side of the base piece, alternating tentacle styles (one curly, one straight…)
- Hold the base piece the bottom opening of the head, line up the stitches:
- Insert hook through both the head and base, draw up yarn, ch 1, sc in each st around (working through both layers), sl st to join (36)
- Ch 2 (cts as a stitch) 2 dc in same space as ch, dc in next, 2 dc, dc, *3 dc, dc, 2 dc, dc* arnd; sl st to join in top of beginning chain-2; Fasten. (63)
- Hide All Strings.
And that’s how you make the Jellyfish Amigurumi!
Looking for more marine life crochet patterns?
You might like these:
Flamingo Friend
Stingray Purse or Pal
Happy Crocheting!
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