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When a baby is born prematurely, parents and all the other health professionals responsible for this tiny human being seek every possible means to keep the child healthy. For those who accompany or have already gone through this delicate moment, it is possible to affirm that, in spite of being so small and fragile, they are true warriors of life.
Learn about this amazing project, which emerged in a European country and developed cute little crocheted aquatic animals, and learn how to be part of this fight by making these little animals for those in need, and get inspired by a selection of colors and shapes.
Crocheted Octopus: What is it for?
Fragile, helpless, and in a delicate and often distressing moment, premature babies receive small crocheted octopuses from volunteers that transmit security and well-being. The project, called Octo, began in 2013 in Denmark, with a group sewing and donating these cute aquatic animals to premature babies in neonatal Intensive Care Units.
The goal is that when hugged, the octopuses transmit a feeling of comfort, while the tentacles (which should not exceed 22 centimeters) resemble the umbilical cord and promote the impression of protection when they were still in mom's belly.
Incredible, isn't it? Today, all over the world, many newborn babies are being given little crocheted octopuses made of 100% cotton. Articles, doctors and professionals claim that the little octopuses improve the respiratory and cardiac systems and increase the oxygen levels in the blood of these little warriors. Learn now how to make this incredible octopus with extraordinary powers!
Crocheted Octopus: step by step
Check out five videos with tutorials that explain all the steps to make a crochet octopus. For baby safety reasons, make with 100% cotton material and the tentacles up to 22 centimeters. Learn and be part of this movement:
See_also: 70 ideas to decorate and make better use of the space behind the sofaCrochet Octopus for Premature Baby with 100% Cotton Yarn, by Teacher Simone Eleotério
Well explained, the video follows all the steps and norms established according to the Octo project's official website, using crochet thread that is 100% cotton, and respecting the size of the octopus' tentacles.
Octopus Friend's Crocheted Hat, by Cláudia Stolf
Learn with this quick and easy tutorial how to make a little crocheted hat for the octopus that will be given to a small newborn baby. Make it the color and size you want!
Crocheted Octopus for Premature Babies, by THM By Dani
This simple and basic version of the little octopus also follows all the norms of the original project. Remember that the tentacles should not exceed 22 centimeters when stretched! These bugs are filled with siliconized fiber.
Crocheted Octopus step by step, by Midala Armarinho
A little different than the originals, this octopus gets a bigger head. If you are donating it to a premature baby, follow all the techniques established by the Danish project. You can also gift it to a bigger child.
Polvinho for premature babies with embroidered eye, by Karla Marques
For the premature, do not use plastic eyes, do it yourself embroidering with a suitable thread and 100% cotton. With the same material, you can also embroider a small mouth for the crochet octopus without any difficulty.
See_also: Living room plants: 70 ways to decorate with naturalness and freshnessAlthough it may seem a bit complex, the effort will be worth it! The idea is to create several crochet octopuses, of various colors and shapes - always respecting the rules of the original project - and donate them to your local hospital or day care centers. Make a difference: give safety and comfort to the little ones!
50 cute crocheted octopus inspirations
Now that you know more about this movement and have watched the step-by-step videos, check out dozens of cute and friendly octopuses for inspiration:
1. make it any color you want!
Create small details for the crocheted octopus
3. sew the eyes and mouth
4. flower crown and headphones for crocheted octopuses
5. the tentacles refer to the umbilical cord of the mother
6. mother octopus and daughter octopus
7. make the tentacles in various colors
8. aren't these crocheted octopuses the cutest things?
9. use 100% cotton thread
10. you can also make crocheted eyes
11. green and white crocheted octopus
12. crochet octopus with a delicate tiara
13. give as a gift to moms-to-be
14. crochet mini octopus
15. use colored threads to make
16. blue crocheted octopus
17. donate to your city's hospital
18. tentacles cannot exceed 22 centimeters
19. make expressive little faces on crocheted octopuses
20. the eyes alone are also very delicate
21. notice the delicate details on the crocheted octopus heads
22. crochet eyes, beak, and hat
23. most beautiful octopus duo
24. filler should be acrylic fiber
25. although it may seem complex to do, the effort will be worth it
26. dedicated to the triplets!
27. a bow tie to give the item even more grace
28. bow ties for the crocheted octopuses
29. trio of cute crocheted octopuses
30. make use of materials that respect the design standards
31 The Octo project was created by a group of volunteers
32. explore different color combinations
33. make the tentacles in other ways
34. the more colorful the better!
35 Even adults will want to have a crocheted octopus!
36. making requires few materials
37. the filling must be washable
38. crocheted octopuses help babies grow healthily
39. octopus with crown and tie
40. crocheted octopus waiting for Heitor
41. several octopuses to help premature babies
42. the pet provides comfort and security to the baby
43. crocheted octopuses already help thousands of children
44. make use of thread with various colors
45. complete the octopus with props
46 For the girls, make a little flower on their head
47. make the tentacles with other colors
48. customize and be creative!
49. scarf for the little crocheted octopuses
50 - Make the eyes of the crocheted octopus very special
Now that you know about this extraordinary project, know how to do it, and have been inspired by these dozens of examples, create yourself crocheted octopuses following the established guidelines. You can give them as a gift to a future mother or donate them to the hospital near you. Explore the different colors available and help these little warriors!
