Meet Spocktopus: A Highly Logical Octopus

Often when I can’t fall asleep at night, my thoughts turn to crafts. I solve all sorts of crafty conundrums in that drowsy half-dozing state – the perfect glue to adhere something, the right binding for a sewing project, where I last saw my size “P” crochet hook… Plagued with menopause-induced insomnia, Karen at SewMuch2Luv … Continue reading Meet Spocktopus: A Highly Logical Octopus

Octopuses everywhere!

I’ve recently been reading Gail Carriger’s Parasol Protectorate series, a delightfully steampunk and hilarious serious of novels that feature a headstrong female protagonist.  While reading the series I’ve been struck with just how many decorative octopuses show up, especially around scientists.  In my search for an answer I stumbled upon JennyDork.  JennyDork is an Etsy … Continue reading Octopuses everywhere!

Fleece Nerd Octopus (Nerdopus)

Craftster user thecuteoctopus lives up to her name with these adorable fleece octopuses (octopi?) including Nerdopus! But even better, you can sew your own because she’s been kind enough to post instructions on her blog. What kind of octopus would you make? Fleece Nerd Octopus (Nerdopus) The Cute Octopus Blog The Cute Octopus Etsy Shop

Make Your Own Octopi Amigurumi Army!

You don’t have to make an army of them, but why wouldn’t you? Check out this free crochet pattern, designed by Adorably Kawaii on Craftsy. It’s a beginner level pattern with pictures, and did I mention it’s free? I imagine it would be a great scrap buster too, and it would be easy enough to … Continue reading Make Your Own Octopi Amigurumi Army!

Wraped Up In A Tentacle or Eight

It’s been quite cold these past few months. Who wouldn’t want something warm to wrap themselves up in? Designer Kraftling has got you covered with their Double Knit Kraken Cowl. Who wouldn’t want that wrapped around them during the next Polar Vortex, Blizzard, -30 wind chill day?  For those that don’t know double knitting is … Continue reading Wraped Up In A Tentacle or Eight