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I am happy to share this free jellyfish crochet pattern with you today! It is the perfect no-sew Amigurumi project for beginners who would like to learn different crochet techniques.
This super cute jellyfish Amigurumi is much fun to make and will be an ideal gift for all kids who love sea creatures. It will also look just adorable hanging as a decoration in your kid’s room. 🙂
Why You Will Love this Pattern!
- NO-SEW: enjoy easy assembly with no sewing required
- All you need to know is basic crochet stitches
- Works great with a variety of different yarns including worsted weight yarn
- Easy-to-follow instructions with step by step photos
- Includes detailed video tutorials for extra help
- I’m always happy to provide support with this pattern
- And more importantly…you will have fun making a beautiful gift for your little one or family and friends
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Free Jellyfish Crochet Pattern – Before You Get Started
Pattern Notes
Skill level: beginner to intermediate crochet skills and knowledge
Finished size – height: 25.5cm / 10 inches when using a 3 mm crochet hook = C/2 and Fine Sport #2 = 4 ply yarn
Finished size – width: 9cm / 3.5 inches when using a 3 mm crochet hook = C/2 and Fine Sport #2 = 4 ply yarn
Materials and Equipment
Type of yarn:
– this easy pattern will work nicely with 100% cotton yarn, 100% acrylic yarn or a blend
– I recommend using this weight: Fine Sport #2 = 4 ply OR Light Worsted Weight Yarn #3 = DK
– you can also use Worsted Weight Yarn #4 but your crochet toy will be a bit larger than specified above
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Yarn I used:
– Fine Sport #2 = 4 ply
– 55% cotton and 45% acrylic
– 1x ball of dark blue yarn – YarnArt Jeans – colour 55 – (50g/160m)
– 1x ball of light blue yarn – YarnArt Jeans – colour 76 – (50g/160m)
– 1x ball of pink yarn – YarnArt Jeans – colour 42 – (50g/160m)
I like to purchase my YarnArt Jeans from Amazon or from Etsy.
Or just simply use any 100% cotton that will work just as well. You can also use 100% acrylic if you prefer to work with this type of yarn.
Yarn Substitutes
US Suppliers:
Sport weight yarn (4ply #2):
- 100% cotton: Schachenmayr Pyramid Cotton
- blend of cotton/acrylic: WeCrochet Comfy
Light worsted weight yarn (DK #3):
- 100% cotton:: WeCrochet Animation DK
- blend of cotton/acrylic: Sirdar Stories DK
Worsted weight yarn (Aran #4):
- 100% acrylic: Universal Yarn Uptown
- 100% acrylic: WeCrochet Brava
UK Suppliers:
Sport weight yarn (4ply #2):
- 100% cotton: Scheepjes Catona
- 100% cotton: Paintbox Yarns Cotton
Light worsted weight yarn (DK #3):
- 100% cotton: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
- blend of cotton/acrylic: Paintbox Yarns Cotton Mix DK
Worsted weight yarn (Aran #4):
- 100% acrylic: Universal Yarn Uptown
- 100% acrylic: Scheepjes Chunky Monkey
If you would like to check some more substitutes for YarnArt Jeans then have a read of my Best Yarn for Amigurumi Crochet tutorial. You can find the substitutes towards the end of the article.
Other materials used:
– a long piece of thin white yarn for eye lash embroidery
Crochet hook:
– I used 3 mm hook = C/2, if using different weight of yarn then refer to hook size recommendations on the yarn but go for one size smaller.
– I highly recommend this ergonomic crochet hook set from Amazon as it comes in a stylish case and with other accessories such as stitch markers etc.
Other equipment used:
– scissors
Choking hazard warning: the use of safety eyes or buttons poses a choking risk for children under the age of 3 therefore I recommend using embroidery instead.
Abbreviations Used
This free jellyfish crochet pattern is written using US terms
– MR: magic ring (magic circle)
– ST: stitch
– SC: single crochet stitch
– HDC: half double crochet stitch
– DC: double crochet stitch
– TC: triple crochet stitch
– CH: chain stitch
– SL: slip stitch
– INC: increase = two single crochet stitches in the same stitch
– L INC: large increase = three single crochet stitches in the same stitch
– DEC: standard decrease
– INV DEC: invisible decrease = insert the hook into the front loop of the first stitch (two loops on hook) and immediately insert it again into the front loop of the next stitch (three loops on the hook). Yarn over and draw through the first two loops on the hook (two loops on the hook). Yarn over and draw through the two loops on the hook to finish your invisible decrease.
– BLO: back loop only
– FLO: front loop only
– FO: fasten off
– (…..) x 6: repeat the pattern inside the brackets by the given number (in this example, repeat the pattern in the brackets 6 times)
– {…}: number shown inside these brackets equals the number of total stitches at the end of each round
I Need Help with this Pattern
If it is your first time dipping your toes in the world of Amigurumi, then you may find these Amigurumi tutorials handy before you get started with this free crochet pattern.
And don’t forget to watch my step by step video tutorials for extra help with my crochet patterns.
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Free Jellyfish Crochet Pattern – Step by Step Instructions
You can find the full written pattern below. I have included lots of details with many photos to make it easier for you to follow the instructions.
Some sections of the pattern may also include video tutorials that will show you various crochet techniques needed for that specific part of the pattern.
I have also explained how to assemble your crochet toy to help you reach the finishing line with a big smile on your face! 🙂
Head (Jellyfish Body)
Starting from the centre of the head downwards.
R1: MR – 6 x SC into the ring {6} – watch this step by step video tutorial on How to crochet a magic ring for Amigurumi
R2: INC in each ST around {12}
R3: (SC in next ST, INC) x 6 {18}
R4: SC in next ST, INC, (SC in next 2 ST, INC) x 5, SC in next ST {24}
R5: (SC in next 3 ST, INC) x 6 {30}
R6: SC in next 2 ST, INC, (SC in next 4 ST, INC) x 5, SC in next 2 ST {36}
R7: (SC in next 5 ST, INC) x 6 {42}
R8: SC in next 3 ST, INC, (SC in next 6 ST, INC) x 5, SC in next 3 ST {48}
R9: (SC in next 7 ST, INC) x 6 {54}
R10: SC in next 4 ST, INC, (SC in next 8 ST, INC) x 5, SC in next 4 ST {60}
R11: (SC in next 9 ST, INC) x 6 {66}
R12-R22 (11 rounds): SC in each ST around {66} – leave your stitch marker in at the start of R17 as you will need to refer
to it when placing the eyes
R23: (SC in next 9 ST, INV DEC) x 6 {60} – watch this step by step video tutorial on How to crochet an invisible decrease for Amigurumi
R24: SC in next 4 ST, INV DEC, (SC in next 8 ST, INV DEC) x 5, SC in next 4 ST {54}
R25: (SC in next 7 ST, INV DEC) x 6 {48}
R26: SC in next 3 ST, INV DEC, (SC in next 6 ST, INV DEC) x 5, SC in next 3 ST {42}, do not FO and do not cut the yarn off
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You can now place the eyes:
– stuff the head well first
– place eyes between rounds R17 and R18 leaving 11 stitches in between the eyes
– it helps to use pins with large heads to first mark the spots where the eyes will be placed. You can make a decision whether you are happy with the placement and if it looks symmetrical before you insert the safety eyes. The safety eyes usually make a large hole in between the stitches so it is not recommended to change the placement of the eyes once they are in.
– you can now insert the safety eyes and put the safety backs on
Jellyfish Belly
Starting from the centre of the belly.
R1: MR – 6 x SC into the ring {6}
R2: INC in each ST around {12}
R3: (SC in next ST, INC) x 6 {18}
R4: SC in next ST, INC, (SC in next 2 ST, INC) x 5, SC in next ST {24}
R5: (SC in next 3 ST, INC) x 6 {30}
R6: SC in next 2 ST, INC, (SC in next 4 ST, INC) x 5, SC in next 2 ST {36}
R7: (SC in next 5 ST, INC) x 6 {42}
FO and weave the yarn end in
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Curly Tentacles
Crochet 4 long tentacles using the pattern below (2x dark blue curly cues and 2x light blue curly cues):
R1: Chain 101 STs
R2: Start from the 2nd CH from the hook – (HDC in next ST, 2xHDC in next ST) x 50 {150}
Tie a knot with the two yarn ends and do not weave them in – you will use them to attach the tentacles to the belly
Crochet 6 long tentacles using the pattern below (3x dark blue curly cues and 3x light blue curly cues):
R1: Chain 81 STs
R2: Start from the second chain from the hook – 1xSC in each ST {80}
Tie a knot with the two yarn ends and do not weave them in – you will use them to attach the tentacles to the belly
Bow
R1: Chain 5 STs
R2: 4xTC into the 1st CH ST of R1
R3: Chain 4 STs and SL ST into the 1st CH ST of R1 (Pic B1)
R4: Chain 4 STs (Pic B2)
R5: 4xTC into the 1st CH ST of R1
R6: Chain 4 STs and SL ST into the 1st CH ST of R1 (Pic B3)
FO and cut the yarn off leaving a long tail. Wrap the yarn tail around the centre of the bow several times. Tie a knot with both yarn tails on the back of the bow. (Pic B4). Thread your yarn needle with one of the yarn tails and and sew the bow to the head.
How to Assemble Your Crochet Jellyfish
How to attach the jellyfish tentacles to the belly
Step 1: Use pins with large heads to mark the spots where you would like to attach the tentacles (Pic T1) – distribute the first 4 tentacles evenly around R3 of the belly. The remaining 6 tentacles can be attached to the increase stitches in R6 of the belly.
Step 2: Attach each tentacle individually by pulling each yarn tail through the belly (Pic T2 & T3)
Step 3: Tie a knot with the yarn ends on the wrong side of the belly (Pic T4)
Step 4: Attach all of the tentacles using the same method (Pic T5 & T6)
How to attach the belly to the head
R1: You will need to crochet the two parts together
– leave your hook in the last ST of R26 of the head
– slip your hook through the next ST of the head
– and then slip your hook through any ST of the belly
– so you now have two STs on the hook, SC these 2 STs together
– SC the corresponding STs of each part together all the way round (Pic A1 & A2) {42}
R2: Change yarn to light blue colour and crochet the decorative hem (Pic A3) – (SC in next ST, DC in next ST, 2xTC in next ST, 2xTC in next ST, DC in next ST, SC in next ST) x 7 {56}, FO and weave yarn end in
Eye lash embroidery: You may choose to embroider the eye lashes using white embroidery thread yarn.
You have now finished your crochet animal. I hope you found my free jellyfish crochet pattern easy to follow and had fun making it. And if you enjoyed the easy assembly then you will love these patterns:
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Happy crocheting!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, absolutely. My crochet animal patterns work great with a variety of different yarns including worsted weight yarn. Your crochet toy will just be a bit bigger than specified.
However, I wouldn’t use worsted weight yarn for making my loveys as they could feel a bit bulky. I prefer using thinner yarn such as Sport yarn #2 of Light worsted yarn #3 for a nice cuddly feel.
Having said that, my lovey patterns will absolutely work with worsted weight yarn if that’s the type of yarn you prefer using. But bear in mind that your loveys will be a bit bigger than specified in this pattern.
To find out more about the best yarn for making crochet toys have a read of my Best Yarn for Amigurumi Crochet tutorial.
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Thanks so much for this wonderful pattern. I have translated parts of it to French. I will be teaching a couple of grade 4 students how to read and follow a crochet pattern. I kept the English version so he/she can get use to reading English patterns, because they are often found on Pinterest and other sites. .
Hi Sylvie, you are very welcome and I’m happy my pattern is suitable for you to teach your students. 🙂 It’s a great idea to translate them but also use the English version at the same time. 🙂
Love,
Petra x
Witam 🤗🤗🤗 właśnie skończyłam swoją meduzę i wyszła mi bardzo fajnie 😊😊😊😊
Dziękuję za udostępnienie wzoru, który jest bardzo zrozumiale napisany.
NASTĘPNY będzie żółw 😉😉😉
Pozdrawiam serdecznie
Thank you so much. I’m happy you enjoyed making the jellyfish and hopefully you will also like the turtle pattern.
Love,
Petra x
my goodness!
the jellyfish turned out adorable and my granddaughter will love it!
thank you!!!!
You are very welcome Janice! 🙂 Really pleased to hear you are happy with the jellyfish and that your granddaughter loves it! 🙂 This is a really nice toy for babies and toddlers. 🙂
Love, Petra x
This was such a fun project to work on
The instructions are clear
I would love to share my finished product
Is there a specific space to post it?
Hi Sophia, thank you so much. I am happy you had fun working on this pattern. 🙂
You can share the photo on Instagram or my Cuddly Stitches Community FB group. I would love to see it. 🙂
Love, Petra x
I really like this pattern and as my first amigurumi AND crochet project I found your instructions and videos very good. The only place I had a problem – and figured it out – was the tentacles and the instruction to “2xHDC”. Google, and even my crochet friends didn’t know. I guessed it meant to do a HDC in the same loop twice. It seems to be right, and the stitch count comes out right.
Hi Cheryl, thank you so much. I am happy to hear you liked the pattern and found the instructions and videos helpful. I will try to amend the 2xHDC so it is more obvious what I mean. Thank you. 🙂
Love, Petra x
The tentacles can be a problem if you don’t keep the chain straight as you crochet, I believe.
The octopus mentioned for the Newborn ICU must meet strict standards. Please check with the hospital before making them to donate. I tried to make them but I couldn’t crochet to the strict standards. The little babes grasp the tentacles instead of pulling on the tube, IVs, etc. That’s why the octopuses are useful.
Love! the patterns!
Hi Veon, thank you for your comment. I completely agree that crochet octopuses are great for newborn babies for exactly the reasons you mentioned. My mum has made hundreds of them for her local baby unit already. 🙂 However, my jellyfish pattern was not designed for newborns so please keep that in mind and check with your local hospital if there are any criteria that need to be met.
Love, Petra x
Thank you for sharing these patterns. I am in the process of making the jellyfish. So far, it has been easy to follow and your video of an invisible decrease was very helpful. I would be so appreciative if you would make your pattern printable so that I can mark my rows as I finish. Thank you.
Also, I am unsure of how to complete the belly and tentacles if I cannot FO yarn from the head. Please help.
Hi Chris,
Many thanks for your comment. I am really happy you are finding the jellyfish pattern easy to follow and that the video tutorial was helpful! 🙂
My patterns are only available for free online. If you would like to download the printable PDF version you can do so for a small fee from my Etsy store. Your generous contribution will help towards the cost of materials and running this website so I can continue to publish my free online patterns for everyone to enjoy.
And to asnwer your question about the pattern…you can use another ball of the same yarn if you have one or use the other end of the yarn ball you are using. Otherwise you can always cut the yarn to finish the belly and tentacles and then re-connect the yarn to the head again.
I hope this helps but please let me know if you have more questions.
Love, Petra
Hiya, I have a question. My tentacles are basically straight lines and I don’t know whi. Do you maybe have any tips or something to make them more curly? They’re really ugly now >,<
Hi Isis, thank you for your comment. The more tension you apply the curlier the tentacles will be but if you want them really curly you can adjust the pattern as per below:
2xSC into 2nd CH from the hook, 2xSC in next ST, 3xSC in next ST, 2xSC in next ST and so on taking turns between 2xSC and 3xSC till you reach the end of the chain.
I hope this helps and you are happy with the final result. 🙂
Kind regards,
Petra
These octopus creatures are used in the NICU because our babies like to grab things and it can keep their hands off of necessary things like IV lines, NG tubes, oxygen and feeding tubes… they work well for this use!!!
Hi Meredith, thank you so much for sharing this with us! I am so happy that my patterns contribute to such a good cause and can help healthcare professionals with looking after babies when they are unwell. If you ever need a pattern that you think would be suitable for the babies, please do let me know and I can custom design this for you. 🙂 I am more than happy to help! 🙂
Kind regards,
Petra
Lil confused about what to do with the yarn once the body is done. Says don’t FO or cut off yarn…so how do you continue using that color??
Hi Sarah, thank you for your message. You crochet the head and the belly of the jellyfish as two separate parts. The reason why you do not FO and cut of the yarn after you finish the head is because you will then need the yarn to crochet the belly and the head together. This is described in the assembly section of the pattern. I hope this helps but please let me know if you have more questions. Kind regards, Petra
Hi Duane,
Yes, that’s correct, that would make more sense indeed. 🙂 Thank you for the suggestion. 🙂
Love, Petra
Thank you so much!
It became really cute.
I will donate this cuteness to one of the south Israel kids that left his home because of the 7Oct attack.
I wish it will warm his heart a little
Many thanks
Hi Malka, thank you so much for your kind comment and for being so generous and thinking of the poor Israeli children who lost their home! It is very sad what is happening in the World at the moment. Let’s hope it will be over soon!
Love,
Petra x