Crochet Reindeer Octopus Plush Amigurumi Pattern for Holidays
Welcome to the cozy world of Crochet by Namy!
This special Christmas Octo Collection includes three festive
designs
the Snowman Octo, the Gingerbread Octo, and the Reindeer
Octo.
Each one brings a little piece of holiday joy and warmth to your crochet table.
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These patterns are beginner-friendly, fun to make, and perfect for using your favorite plush yarn. Whether you decorate your home, create thoughtful handmade gifts, or simply enjoy some relaxing crochet time, these little octos are sure to make you smile.
Take your time, enjoy every stitch, and let your creativity shine because every handmade piece carries a bit of your heart. Thank you for choosing my pattern and for supporting small creators like me.
Happy crocheting!
With love, Ramona (@crochet.by.namy)
Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
ch – Chain
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
dec – Decrease (single crochet 2 stitches together)
sl st – Slip Stitch
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hdc – Half Double Crochet
dc – Double Crochet
tr – Treble Crochet
FLO – Front Loop Only
BLO – Back Loop Only
FO – Fasten Off –
st – Stitch
rep – Repeat
BOB – Bobble Stitch
DC Right Side
Yarn: Color of your choice (main + red + white + black) Other materials: Safety eyes, stuffing
Hook: Match to your yarn
Ears (make 2)
R1. 4 sc in MR (4)
R2. (1sc, inc) * 2(6)
R3. (2sc, inc) * 2(8)
R4. (3sc, inc) * 2(10)
R5. (4sc, inc) * 2(12)
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R6. Ch 1, fold ear in half and work 6 sc through both sides. Then fold again and make 3 sc through both sides to close the base.
Body
R1. 8 sc in MR (8)
R2. 8 inc (16) R3. (1 sc, inc) x 8 (24) R4. (2 sc, inc) x 8 (32)
R5. 7 sc, crochet 3 sc together with first ear, 13 sc, crochet 3 sc together with second ear, 6 sc R6-8 32 sc (3 rows)
R9. 16 sc, 1 bobble (red yarn, 5 Dc on hook and then pull through all
5) for the nose, 15 sc R10-12. 32 sc (3 rows) If you’re using blanket yarn, skip one round – it will keep the shape nice and balanced.
Add safety eyes between rounds 7 and 8, 6 stitches apart.
R13. (2 sc, dec) x 8 (24) R14. (1 sc, dec) x 8 (16)
R15. (FLO) [(1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 dc, 1 tr) in first stitch, (1 tr, 1 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc)
in next stitch] × 8 R16. (BLO) 16 sc → Start stuffing.
R17. 8 dec (8)
FO. Leave a long tail to close the hole.
Embroider the eyebrows with black yarn.
Add small white “V” stitches above the nose for sparkle.
If the ears are too floppy, secure them with a few extra stitches.
