Learn how to crochet a NO SEW Jelly Bean Jellyfish amigurumi! The Jelly Bean Jellyfish is a little more detailed than the dolphin or shark, but still simple enough for beginners. Plus it’s a fun tongue-twister. 😉 Its flowing tentacles and rounded body are all worked as one piece, so there’s no separate sewing required. The extra length from the tentacles makes this mini plush slightly more time‑consuming, but the result is worth it. At around 3.5 inches tall, it’s perfect for gifting, ocean‑themed décor, or as part of the full Jelly Bean Sea Creature collection.
Why Do You Want to Crochet a Jellyfish?
These mini jellyfish are just as versatile as they are cute. They’re something a little different don’t you think? Here are a few ideas to spark inspiration:
- Hang them as mobiles or car mirror charms.
- Use them as ocean-themed ornaments for holiday trees.
- Turn them into charms pulls for kids’ backpacks.
- Combine with other Jelly Bean creatures for a playful sea life garland.
- Add them to market tables as quick, eye-catching items for sale.
- Include them in handmade gift bundles for ocean lovers.
The Jelly Bean Jellyfish is crocheted using a combination of Hobbii Honey Bunny, Toucan and Baby Snuggle (similar to Premier Parfait Chunky), a light super bulky (6) yarn. Experiment with your favourite amigurumi yarns — here’s a guide to help you choose.
This crochet jellyfish pattern also includes a Full Video Tutorial!
Part of the Jelly Bean Sea Animal 2 Collection
The full set of Jelly Bean Sea Creatures — including jellyfish, starfish, whale, dolphin, lobster, shark, and stingray — is available now in the 7‑pattern bundle:
Why Are Jellyfish So Fascinating?
Jellyfish are unlike any other creature in the ocean — soft, silent, and endlessly intriguing. With no brain or heart, they’ve drifted through the seas for millions of years, glowing in the dark and pulsing gracefully with the tide. Their otherworldly appearance makes them favourites for both kids and adults, sparking curiosity and awe rather than fear – despite their often nasty stings. Jellies are living proof of how simple life forms can be beautiful and complex all at once.
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What you will need to make your No-Sew Jelly Bean Jellyfish Crochet Pattern
[A detailed, step-by-step pattern with both written instructions and easy to follow video tutorial]
Materials:
Hook size 5.0 mm (H)
Main Colour – 20 yards (shown in Honey Bunny Lilac)
Accent Colours – small amount (Honey Bunny Cool Blue, Toucan Mint)
Optional Accent Colours – small amount of White (medium worsted weight)
- Polyester filling – small amount
- 2 – 10mm black safety eyes (not suitable for children under 3): See video for embroidering eyes as an alternative.
- Stitch Markers or Safety pins to help with sewing placement
- Yarn needle to weave in the ends
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Gauge:
4 Rounds of Gauge Pattern = 2.0 inch diameter
Gauge Pattern:
Create a Magic Ring
Round 1: 6sc in the ring (6)
Round 2: *2sc* 6 times (12)
Round 3: *sc, 2sc* 6 times (18)
Round 4: *sc in the next 2 sts, 2sc* 6 times (24)
Abbreviations:
| BLO | back loop only |
| ch | chain |
| FLO | front loop only |
| sc | single crochet |
| scdec | single crochet decrease |
| ss | slip stitch |
| st(s) | stitch(es) |
| *to* | repeat the sequence between the ** the number of times indicated |
| YO | Yarn Over |
Special Stitches & Techniques:
Magic ring
Adding Eye Highlights
Embroider Eyes
Notes:
- #sc, eg. (2sc, 3sc, etc) shows the number of scs to be completed in the indicated st
- Sts listed between brackets are all worked in the same st, eg. (hdc, dc)
- I highly recommend using a stitch marker to help keep track of the rounds for the body/head
Start your No-Sew Crochet Jellyfish Pattern:
Jellyfish Amigurumi Head/Body:
The head and body are worked in one piece from front to back in continuous rounds.
Using Main Colour, create a Magic Ring
Round 1: 6sc in the ring (6)
Round 2: *2sc* 6 times (12)
Round 3: *sc, 2sc* 6 times (18)
Rounds 4-7: sc in each st (18)
Round 8: BLO for entire round, sc in each st (18)
Note: FLO refers to the next st only in Round , all instructions within brackets ( ) are to be worked in the same front loop.
Note: When changing colours to create the legs, it is recommended to cut the accent colour after each leg and carry the main colour through the full round.
| Round 9: *with Mint, FLO (ss, ch13, beginning in the 2nd ch from the hook, ss in the next 12 chs, ss),with Main Colour, scdec, with Blue, FLO (ss, ch18, beginning in the 2nd ch from the hook, ss in the next 17 chs, ss), with Main Colour, scdec* 3 times (6 + 6 BLO sts) | ||
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| Adding Eyes: If using safety eyes, place on Round 5 of the head 4 sts apart. Stuff the head/body. |  | |
| Note: BLO mentioned in Round 10 are the BLO from Round 8 (left open from crocheting FLO in Round 9) Round 10: *sk next st (BLO), sc in next st* 6 times (6) | ||
Note: FLO refers to the Full Round , all instructions within brackets ( ) are to be worked in the same stitch.
Round 11 (creating the oral arms): FLO for the full round [(ss, ch 35, starting in 3rd ch from hook ss, *sk next ch, ss in next ch* 16 times, ss), ss in next st*] 3 times (3 sts, 3 arms)
Finish stuffing. End off leaving a 6 inch tail, cinch the BLO of the last 6 sts together and weave in the end.
Adding Ridge: The ridge is worked in the open front loops of Round 7.
Find the FLO of Round 7, attach yarn in any stitch, *sc, 3dc* 9 times (36),
End off, weave in ends.
Sewing Placement –
| Eye/Mouth Details: Follow video for optional eye detail. Video |  |
Congratulations!
You have now completed your No Sew Jelly Bean Jellyfish Crochet Pattern.
Turn Your Jellyfish Into a Learning Tool
Crochet jellyfish are a fun wibbly wobbly way to teach kids about marine life. Use them during ocean‑themed lessons or storytime, pair them with books about jellyfish, or create a matching game with other amigurumi sea animals. Soft toys make learning tactile and memorable.
For a child safe alternative:
Discover my embroidered sleepy eye tutorial.
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That’s it — your Jelly Bean Jellyfish amigurumi is finished and ready to float into your family and friend’s hearts! This free crochet jellyfish pattern makes an adorable mini plush, a playful bag accessory, or a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves marine life. Because it’s worked in one piece, there’s no extra sewing, so you can relax and enjoy the fun of making those flowing tentacles without extra steps. Add it to the rest of the Jelly Bean Sea Creatures to build your own tiny ocean world!
Find a free pattern for each Jelly Bean Sea Creatures I’ve designed so far!
- Jellyfish
- Starfish
- Whale
- Dolphin
- Lobster
- Shark
- Stingray
- Sea Turtle
- Octopus
- Seahorse
- Squid
- Angelfish
- Goldfish
- Crab
If you’re loving Ocean Animal crochet patterns? Check out this collection next!
16 Plush and Sea Turtle Crochet Pattern Round up!
https://darlingmapledesigns.com/plush-sea-turtle-crochet-pattern-roundup/
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