Crochet an Octopus to help a preemie or newborn baby in the NICU.

Crocheted octos make great hospital gifts and milestone props for monthly photos. They're proven to raise oxygen levels, keep preemies comfortable, and prevent them from pulling at the life saving equipment they're hooked up to!

This is a crochet pattern written in US crochet terms for advanced beginners.

Included with your purchase is a written pdf with plenty of photos

Skill level: Advanced Beginner

Finished product measures approx 7.5 in long.

Materials

C" (2.75 mm) and E" (3.5 mm)hooks
Worsted weight cotton yarn
Fiber Fill
Darning needle
Scissors
Stitch marker

Abbreviations

Ch (chain)
SC (single crochet)
MC (magic circle)
Inc (SC increase)
Dec (invisible decrease)
Rnd (round)
St(s) (stitch(es))
Sl st (slip stitch)

You may make items to sell with this pattern however, do not use my photos as your own and please do not distribute or modify my pattern as your own. Happy Crocheting!

Id love to see your finished Octos! Please tag me on instagram @butfirstcrochet