How to Make Your Own Calming Octobuddy

Wow! Look at what we have before us. It’s Octobuddy, the calming octopus. You can make these guys in different sizes; they are super easy to create. The calming octopus will be great for kids and helpful for anxiety relief. These are therapy toys that can assist anyone. The little Octobuddies will be perfect as key holders, while the bigger ones will be great as toys.

Materials Needed

• Any weight yarn
• Crochet hook (Pick a suitable size for your chosen yarn to crochet without gaps between stitches. For example, use a 3.25mm hook with worsted weight yarn, or a 6mm hook with super bulky yarn.)
• Plastic safety eyes
• Stuffing
• Scissors
• Optional: black yarn and yarn needle for sewing mouth and eyelashes