Crocheting sea animals is the perfect summer project for beach days and poolside crafting. These ocean friends make adorable gifts for kids, nursery décor, or just to add a splash of fun to your collection. Try the dolphin, whale, octopus, jellyfish, turtle, and penguin patterns below — they’re quick, satisfying, and full of personality!

If you love crocheting ocean animals then go ahead and try out this free whale pattern! It is one of my easiest Pocket Animals to make with just regular single crochet stitches, and just the occasional popcorn stitches for the fins, which works up in one round and really quickly!

After learning how to crochet a simple cylinder, then the next step is to try making a simple animal amigurumi like a dolphin! This involves crocheting a bent cylinder with some curves and then simply adding on some fins as well. With the free pattern below and the accompanying video, you will be mastering this animal in no time!

Turtles are popular amigurumi to make - and this version is done without having to sew on the shell separately! If you are looking to crochet turtle, look no further - try out this little guy with his flippers and shell! There are quite a few colour changes with this, so you should be comfortable with interchanging many crochet colours before trying him out!

If you have mastered how to crochet a simple sphere, then the next step is to try making a simple animal amigurumi like a jellyfish or an octopus! This involves crocheting a sphere and then simply add on some tentacles. With the free pattern below and the accompanying video, you will be mastering this animal in no time!

Crocheting has been a popular pastime for many years, with enthusiasts creating all sorts of items from blankets to clothing and even toys. Crochet octopuses are cute and cuddly creatures, perfect for children and adults alike, and they make great gifts for any occasion.