Free Plushie Sewinf Pattern- Ollie Octopus

This plushie soft toy pattern shows you how to sew your very own adorable character we called "Ollie Octopus". He is around 10" tall. He is a little sad as he only has 5 legs.

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What you need

Felt or Polar Fleece Material
Toy Wadding/Filling
Embroidery thread
Needle and thread
Scissors

Instructions

Start by downloading the Octopus Pattern.

Begin by cutting two 14-inch circles from your fabric. Mark five evenly spaced points around the edge of each circle, then gently scoop the fabric between each point to create the star-like body shape shown in the pattern diagram. These shaped pieces will form the base and legs of your octopus.

Cut two matching star shapes from your fabric: one from the main body color and one from the contrast color. These two pieces will be stitched together to create the octopus body.

Next, prepare the head piece. Stitch around the head using blanket stitch, leaving an opening at the bottom. Fill the head firmly but gently with toy wadding, making sure the shape stays smooth and rounded.

Now stitch around the two star-shaped body pieces using blanket stitch, leaving enough space to add the stuffing. Fill the body with wadding until it has a soft, plush shape.

On the side of the body that is the same color as the head, carefully cut a circle in the center. This circle should be the same diameter as the bottom opening of the head. The head will sit down into this opening, helping it fit neatly into place.

Place the stuffed head into the circular opening in the body. Once you are happy with the position, stitch around the join to securely attach the head to the body.

To finish, add Ollie’s face. You can sew the facial features on with small stitches, or glue them in place using a suitable fabric glue. Add eyes, a mouth, or any extra details you like to give your octopus its own little personality.