♡ Crochet No-Sew Jellyfish and Octopus Tutorial | ocean (bag) charms ♡

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14 Jun 202320:43

Summary

TLDRThis crochet tutorial guides you through creating a jellyfish or octopus amigurumi. It starts with making a magic ring and progresses to various rounds of single crochets, increases, and decreases. For the jellyfish, the tutorial includes making tentacles using chains and single crochets in front loops, and adding a ruffle with popcorn stitches. For the octopus, it involves creating legs with double crochets and slip stitches. The video also covers filling the amigurumi with fiber filling, embroidering eyes, and adding a blush effect for a cute finish.

Takeaways

🧶 Start by creating a magic ring with appropriate yarn and crochet hook.
🔄 For round one, make six single crochets into the magic ring to close it.
🔑 Use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of each round.
📈 Increase stitches are made by crocheting two single crochets into one stitch.
🔄 In round two, make increased stitches in every stitch to achieve a total of 12 single crochets.
🔄 Continue increasing in subsequent rounds, following a pattern of increases and single crochets.
🧵 Switch to back loop only stitches from round 13 to create texture.
🔍 Decrease stitches are introduced in round 13, combining single crochets and decrease stitches.
🎨 Fill the project with fiber fillings or stuffing to maintain shape and form.
🐙 For the octopus variation, follow the same pattern until round 17, then make slip stitches across rounds and create tentacles with double crochets.

Q & A

What is the first step in the crochet project described in the script?
-The first step is to create a magic ring and then insert the hook, yarn over, and pull through the loop to create a loop on the hook.
How many single crochets are made in round one of the project?
-In round one, you need to make a total of six single crochets into the magic ring.
What is the purpose of using a stitch marker in round two?
-A stitch marker is used in round two to mark the first single crochet made, helping to keep track of the round and ensuring the pattern is followed correctly.
How do you make an increase stitch in this crochet pattern?
-An increase stitch is made by doing two single crochets together in one stitch.
What is the total number of single crochets in round three?
-In round three, you will have a total of 18 single crochets after following the pattern of one single crochet and an increase stitch in the next stitch.
How many single crochets are made in each round from round seven to twelve?
-From round seven to twelve, you make one single crochet in each and every stitch, resulting in thirty-six single crochets for one row.
What is the purpose of filling the project with fiber fillings or scorpions?
-Filling the project with fiber fillings or scorpions is done to give it shape and ensure it does not look wonky or misshapen.
How many tentacles are typically made for the jellyfish project?
-Typically, eight or ten tentacles are made for the jellyfish project by repeating the pattern of slip stitches, chains, and single crochets in the front loops.
What is the difference between the jellyfish and octopus patterns after round 17?
-For the jellyfish, you continue by making slip stitches and then work on creating the ruffle and tentacles. For the octopus, you make slip stitches across the rounds until you reach the last front loop round and then start making the body and legs with double crochet stitches.
How do you add the eyes to the jellyfish or octopus project?
-You can either embroider the eyes or use amigurumi eyes and attach them above the ruffle on the third or fourth round for the jellyfish, and for the octopus, you embroider or attach eyes after completing the body and legs.
What is the final step in finishing the jellyfish or octopus project?
-The final step is to weave in the ends of the yarn to ensure the project is neat and tidy, and then you can add a keychain ring or kicking strap if desired.

Outlines

00:00

🧶 Introduction to Crocheting a Jellyfish

The video begins with a tutorial on how to crochet a jellyfish using yarn and a crochet hook. It starts by creating a magic ring and performing basic crochet stitches like single crochets and increasing stitches to form the initial shape. The process involves making multiple rounds, each with specific instructions for stitch count and placement, such as making six single crochets in the magic ring for round one and increasing stitches in every stitch for round two to achieve a total of 12 single crochets. Stitch markers are used to keep track of the rounds, and the tutorial progresses to round three, where the pattern of single crochet and increase stitches continues to expand the shape.

05:02

🐙 Crocheting the Octopus and Jellyfish Body

The script continues with detailed instructions for crocheting the body of both an octopus and a jellyfish. It describes how to increase the number of stitches in each round to expand the body, using techniques like making single crochets and increase stitches in specific patterns. The tutorial also covers how to fill the crocheted piece with fiber fillings to give it shape and stability. The process includes making tentacles by crocheting chains and single crochets in the front loops of previous rounds, creating the distinctive shape of the jellyfish. The video also provides guidance on how to make the octopus's legs using a similar technique of chains and single crochets.

10:07

👀 Adding Details to the Jellyfish

This part of the script focuses on the final touches for the jellyfish, including adding eyes and a ruffle for aesthetic appeal. It explains how to embroider or attach amigurumi eyes to the jellyfish and suggests adding a horizontal line for blush to give the creature a more lifelike appearance. The tutorial also covers how to weave in the yarn ends to ensure a clean finish. The video demonstrates how to create a ruffle or bubble stitch using double crochets and slip stitches, which adds texture and detail to the jellyfish's head.

15:10

🔗 Finishing Touches and Additional Options

The final paragraph provides instructions on how to complete the jellyfish and octopus projects. It includes tips for weaving in the yarn ends to hide them within the main body of the creature and suggests adding a keychain ring or kicking strap for those who wish to use their creations as keychains. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to like, subscribe, and share their own creations by tagging the creator on social media.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Magic Ring

A 'magic ring' is a technique used in crochet to create a loop that serves as the starting point for a project. It is called 'magic' because it allows the creation of a neat, adjustable ring without having to create a slip knot first. In the video, the magic ring is used as the initial step to start the crochet project, setting the foundation for the entire piece.

💡Single Crochet

A 'single crochet' is a basic stitch in crocheting, characterized by its simple construction and versatility. It is made by inserting the hook into the fabric, yarn over, and pulling through a loop, repeating this process to form a chain of connected stitches. In the video, single crochets are used extensively to build the body of the jellyfish and the octopus, with variations in the number of stitches indicating different stages of the project.

💡Increase Stitch

An 'increase stitch' in crochet is a technique used to add extra stitches to a row, which effectively increases the width of the fabric. This is typically done by working two or more stitches into a single stitch space. In the context of the video, increase stitches are used to expand the size of the jellyfish and octopus, creating a rounded, bulbous shape.

💡Stitch Marker

A 'stitch marker' is a tool used in crochet to mark a specific stitch or round, helping the crocheter keep track of their progress and maintain consistency in their work. It is particularly useful in complex patterns where rounds need to be accurately followed. In the video, a stitch marker is used to mark the beginning of each round, ensuring that the pattern is followed correctly and the shape of the jellyfish and octopus is maintained.

💡Back Loop Only

The term 'back loop only' refers to a crochet technique where the hook is inserted only through the back loop of the stitch, rather than both loops. This creates a different texture and appearance on the fabric's surface. In the video, back loop only stitches are used to create a specific look for the jellyfish and octopus, giving the final product a distinct and textured appearance.

💡Decrease Stitch

A 'decrease stitch' is a crochet technique used to reduce the number of stitches in a row, which helps to shape the fabric by narrowing it. This is typically done by working two or more stitches together as one. In the video, decrease stitches are used towards the end of the project to taper the shape of the jellyfish and octopus, giving them a more defined form.

💡Chain Stitch

A 'chain stitch', often abbreviated as 'ch', is a fundamental stitch in crochet that creates a series of loops connected by a single yarn over and through the loop. It is used to form the base for other stitches and can also be used to create edges and connectors between different parts of a project. In the video, chain stitches are used to create the tentacles of the jellyfish by forming a chain and then working single crochets along it.

💡Slip Stitch

A 'slip stitch' is a type of stitch in crochet that is used to join rows or to create a seamless surface by working the hook into the same stitch or space as the previous stitch. It is a simple stitch that involves yarn over, inserting the hook into the designated space, and pulling through both loops on the hook. In the video, slip stitches are used to secure the tentacles to the jellyfish's body and to create the octopus's legs.

💡Popcorn Stitch

A 'popcorn stitch' is a decorative stitch in crochet that creates a round, puffy texture. It is made by working multiple stitches into one stitch or space, then pulling them all through together, resulting in a cluster that resembles a popcorn kernel. In the video, popcorn stitches are used to create a textured surface on the jellyfish, adding visual interest and dimension to the finished piece.

💡Fiber Fillings

Fiber fillings, such as polyester fiberfill or cotton, are materials used in crochet to stuff and shape 3D projects. They provide bulk and support, helping to give the finished object a solid and rounded form. In the video, fiber fillings are used to stuff the jellyfish, ensuring that it maintains its shape and is not flat or deflated.

💡Weave in Ends

To 'weave in ends' is a finishing technique in crochet where the loose yarn tails are woven into the existing fabric to secure them and give a clean, professional appearance. This is done by using a yarn needle to sew the yarn ends into the back of the work, hiding them from view. In the video, the presenter instructs viewers to weave in the ends to complete the jellyfish and octopus projects, ensuring a neat finish.

Highlights

Introduction to crocheting a project using any type of yarn and appropriate hook.

Creating a magic ring as the starting point for the crochet project.

Instructions for making single crochets in round one, totaling six stitches.

Technique to close the magic ring with a tail.

Beginning round two with a single crochet and using a stitch marker.

Increasing stitches in every stitch for round two, resulting in 12 single crochets.

Round three involves a pattern of single crochet and increase stitches, leading to 18 stitches.

Round four's pattern of two single crochets and an increase stitch, totaling 24 stitches.

Round five's pattern of three single crochets followed by an increase stitch, reaching 30 stitches.

Round six requires four single crochets before an increase stitch, aiming for 36 stitches.

Rounds seven to twelve consist of single crochets in every stitch, maintaining the stitch count.

Round thirteen introduces a decrease stitch pattern, reducing to 30 stitches.

Switch to back loop only stitches from round fourteen onwards.

Round fifteen's pattern of two single crochets and a decrease stitch, resulting in 24 stitches.

Round sixteen's pattern of one single crochet and a decrease stitch, leading to 12 stitches.

Filling the project with fiber fillings or scorpions for shape and stability.

Final round seventeen involves making decrease stitches only, reducing to six stitches.

Instructions for making tentacles using front loops and chains for the jellyfish.

Creating a ruffle effect by making bubble or popcorn stitches in the last round of front loops.

Guidance on embroidering eyes and adding blush to the jellyfish for a finished look.

Tutorial on making an octopus by following the jellyfish pattern up to round seventeen.

Final steps for the octopus include making slip stitches and bubble stitches for the head.

Option to add a keychain ring or kicking strap for using the project as a keychain.