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Moody Reversible Octopus
"Flip this crochet reversible octopus plush over and turn him inside out to change his mood between happy and sad. This adorable little guy can help you show the world how you’re feeling. You are going to love this free pattern, inspired by the social media trend: a reversible mood octopus! Now you can make your very own crochet version. This cute plushie displays different facial expressions, happy or sad, depending on which way you flip him.It’s a good choice for a child or anyone who loves plush toys. As well as a cuddly stuffed animal, this octopus is also a great visual aid to help kids learn about emotions and show how they are feeling. And because you can turn it inside out and back again, it makes a great sensory toy or stress reliever, too. Make it in your recipient’s favorite colors for a thoughtful and personal gift. This friendly octopus stuffie uses only basic crochet stitches, with simple increases and decreases. There is also a small amount of sewing involved. But I’ve included a video tutorial to walk you through it. Crocheters of every skill level, even an advanced beginner, should be able to follow this cute pattern. "
Crochet HookG/6 or 4 mm hook
Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)
Crochet Gauge4 sts x 4 rounds = 1 square inch
Finished Size8.5 (d) x 3.5 (h) inches
Materials List
- Premier “Just Yarn” Yarn (worsted, 400g/875 yds): Seaglass, Blue, Tiny bit of black for the mouth
- 4.0 mm hook
- Scissors
- tapestry needle
- Plastic safety eyes
- polyfill
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