I have a soft spot for sea creatures, and this little guy is one of the cutest yet! The Mini Jellyfish Crochet Pattern free is quick, beginner-friendly, and uses just a small amount of yarn—perfect for stash-busting or last-minute gifts.

Whether you’re making a set for a market stall, whipping up a toy for your cat, creating a keychain, or adding to your own amigurumi army, this project checks all the boxes: easy, fast, and ridiculously cute.

Jump into the mini jellyfish crochet pattern free now, or pin it for later here!

Why You’ll Love this Mini Jellyfish Crochet Pattern

• Beginner-Friendly
• Quick to Make – Finish one in under an hour.
• Perfect Stash-Buster – Uses just a bit of DK (or any other) weight yarn.
• Customizable – Try different colors, facial expressions, or add a keychain loop.

And yes—there’s a step-by-step video tutorial to help you through every stitch!

This crochet pattern is reader supported by ads on my blog. If you’d rather print the pattern for some cozy couch crocheting, you can find the ad-free, printable PDF in my shop here or on Ravelry here.

So grab your scrap yarn, your favorite hook, and let’s get stitching!

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This crochet pattern is for PERSONAL USE ONLY. This pattern or parts of it may not be reproduced, resold, distributed, published, altered, translated, posted or shared without authorization. You can sell your finished items provided that you credit Off the Beaten Hook as the designer using this verbiage, “This pattern was designed by Lindsey Roe and Off the Beaten Hook.” Thank you for your respectfulness!

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🌿 Eco-Friendly Crafting

What makes this crochet pattern eco-friendly and sustainable?

THE YARN: I use only sustainable and eco-friendly yarn that has been ethically grown/raised and processed, putting the people and the planet first. This is why I chose 100% natural yarn for this pattern.

HANDMADE FOR LONGEVITY: Creating your own toys promotes mindful consumption. This handmade jellyfish reduces the need for mass-produced alternatives.

THE SLOW YARN MOVEMENT: I’m participating in the Slow Yarn Movement. There’s far too much to talk about here, but please take a few minutes to learn about what this means by reading the article I wrote about the Slow Yarn Movement as part of my 6-part Sustainable Crochet Series.

If you’re interested in learning more about sustainable crochet you can read all about it in the 6-part series I wrote covering everything about Sustainable Crochet and how to implement it into your own crafting starting today!

Mini Jellyfish Crochet Pattern Free Guide:

Size & Gauge:

Size: 3″

Gauge: N/A

Materials you will need:

Yarn:

Rico Ricorumi Spin Spin | 100% Cotton | 3/DK/Light Worsted | 126y (115m)/ball

Classic Rainbow: x1 ball (more if you’re making more than a few)

If you would like to explore other yarn options, here are some that would work well for this pattern:

• Deramores Studio Organic Cotton DK | 100% Organic Cotton | Weight: 3/Light Worsted
• Stylecraft Naturals Organic Cotton | 100% Organic Cotton | Weight: 3/Light Worsted
• Rico Essentials Organic Cotton DK | 100% Organic Cotton | Weight: 3/Light Worsted
• Rowan Handknit Cotton | 100% Cotton | Weight: 3/Light Worsted
• Rowan Summerlite DK | 100% Cotton | Weight: 3/Light Worsted
• Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK | 100% Cotton | Weight: 3/Light Worsted

Other tools and materials needed:

• Crochet Hook Size: 3.00 mm
• Tapestry Needle (bent tips make all the difference!)
• Stitch Markers
• Scissors
• Stuffing
• Optional: cat nip if you’re making this as a cat toy!

Abbreviations used in the mini jellyfish crochet pattern:

This pattern is written in English, using US terms. If needed, you can find a handy term conversion chart right here in my Resource Library.

ch – chain
st – stitch
hk – hook
sk – skip
sl st – slip stitch
mc – magic circle / magic ring
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
dc – double crochet
tr – treble crochet
FLO – front loop only
BLO – back loop only
inc – increase
dec – decrease
(…) x – repeat instructions indicated number of times
[…] – number of stitches in row/round
PH – photo reference number

Tips for Making a Mini Jellyfish As a Cat Toy

• Yarn: Stick with DK or worsted-weight cotton or natural yarn—something durable, washable, and tightly spun.
• Stuffing: Use fiberfill or yarn scraps. You can add a bit of dried catnip for extra excitement!
• Safety: Avoid buttons or loose parts. Embroider details instead to keep it safe for biting and batting.

Other Tips & Ideas

• Want to turn it into a keychain? Just add a split ring and loop through the top.
• These make great party favors, classroom rewards, or calming fidget toys.
• Add a rattle insert and make it baby-safe by embroidering the face

The Mini Jellyfish Crochet Pattern:

NOTES:

• The jellyfish is worked in continuous rounds – do not join after each round unless otherwise indicated
• If needed, refer to the video tutorial here for step-by-step help

Mini Jellyfish Crochet Pattern Video Tutorial:

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