A jellyfish can be a tiny amigurumi character, a soft-looking plush project, or a dramatic hanging sculpture. These fifteen patterns explore that range through simple strands, long corkscrew curls, ruffled arms, patterned bells, and miniature details. Each idea links to the original designer or publisher’s complete project, with access and size notes to help you choose.
The original styling illustrations are color and presentation inspiration, not photographs of projects made or tested by Speshview. Use the designer’s photos and instructions for exact construction, attachments, strand counts, and proportions. The illustrations use stitched or crocheted eyes where a reference may call for plastic eyes; that change does not establish suitability for babies. Long strands and hanging cords need particular care: follow the designer’s cautions, supervise young children, and keep these projects out of cribs and sleep spaces. This collection presents decorative amigurumi, without claims about medical or therapeutic use.
1.) A Two-Tone Jellyfish With Long Corkscrew Curls
Long corkscrew strands give this jellyfish a lively silhouette even when the head stays simple. ChiWei Ranck’s design combines a separate cap and lower panel with eight tentacles that can vary in width and length. Aqua and deeper teal make an appealing illustrated pairing, especially against pale timber or a soft neutral wall. Our image interprets the curl arrangement and uses stitched yarn eyes in place of the original plastic eyes. Follow the designer’s photos for the intended attachment and proportions. Read her specific caution about long strands and supervised play before deciding how to use the project; it should not be treated as a sleep companion for a young child.
Pattern: Crochet Jellyfish — ChiWei Ranck of One Dog Woof.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid ad-free PDF. Approximately 15–18 inches long, with a head about 5 inches across.
2.) A Sea Nettle With One Sculptural Central Arm
A prominent central arm makes Jag stand apart from the more uniformly curly designs in this collection. Lindsey Roe combines a patterned bell, many slender tentacles, and a separately made thicker arm, producing an expressive sea-nettle interpretation. Mustard, cream, and muted blue give the illustrated version a restrained contrast. The image changes the stripe placement and interprets the folds of the central arm, so use the original photos for its exact structure. Read the full assembly before beginning, particularly how that heavier element is secured beneath the bell. A plain background helps the different strand thicknesses remain visible rather than turning the lower part into one indistinct mass. The small knots along some illustrated strands are decorative interpretation, rather than a pattern requirement.
Pattern: Jag the Sea Nettle — Lindsey Roe of Off the Beaten Hook.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid printable PDF. Approximately 21 inches from head to tentacle tip.
3.) An Ornate Jellyfish With a Lacy Bell
An open, decorative bell can make a jellyfish feel more like a hanging textile sculpture than a conventional stuffed character. Megan Lapp’s paid pattern offers multiple head styles and many ways to combine the lower sections, making it especially interesting for someone who enjoys choosing details. Burgundy and coral give this illustration a dramatic character beside a dark background. The illustrated combination of lace, ruffles, and curls is an interpretation, not a promise that one numbered option reproduces it exactly. Compare the designer’s gallery before choosing your components. Read the requirements for the selected combination together, since the amount of yarn and the final outline vary substantially between versions.
Pattern: Jellyfish — Megan Lapp of Crafty Intentions.
Access and fit: Paid digital PDF through the designer’s Ravelry listing; purchase required. Multiple head and bottom options; stated widths range approximately 3–12 inches, with adjustable length.
4.) A Soft Chenille Jellyfish With Mixed Tentacles
Chenille gives Jeremy a soft-looking surface, while thinner contrasting strands keep the tentacles from becoming visually uniform. Helen’s Cygnet design combines a head and tummy with several lengths of curls, then joins them at the lower edge. A dusty blue body and petrol accents suit the illustrated mix of plush and smoother yarn textures. The image interprets the number and placement of the strands and replaces the original plastic eyes with yarn stitching. Check the UK terminology before following the instructions, especially if you usually read US patterns. The PDF also discusses handling chenille gently and offers an optional removable hanging cord; our illustration leaves that cord out.
Pattern: Jeremy Jellyfish CY1835 — Helen of StitchyDragon Creates for Cygnet Yarns.
Access and fit: Free complete publisher PDF; no account required. UK terminology. Approximately 20 by 8 inches, excluding the optional hanging cord.
5.) A Chubby Rainbow Jellyfish With Simple Strands
A compact rainbow body can create plenty of character without a complicated skirt or elaborate tentacles. Robin’s design uses a simple rounded shape and a small number of chained tendrils, with a video showing how they are attached. The illustration explores bright pink, yellow, turquoise, and green, while keeping the strands comparatively straight. It changes the color distribution and uses embroidered features rather than the original plastic eyes. Read the written notes alongside the video so the finishing is clear before closing the body. Self-striping yarn will not place every color exactly as shown in an illustration, so consider the overall balance rather than expecting identical bands.
Pattern: Rainbow Jellyfish — Robin of Hooked by Robin.
Access and fit: Free written pattern and video; no account required. One ungraded size using chunky yarn. The linked video demonstrates tendril attachment; no fixed finished measurement is stated on the page.
6.) A Pink Juniper With Six Warm-Colored Tentacles
A small rounded head above six long tentacles gives Juniper a simple, recognizable outline. Sweet Softies’ design leaves room to explore a few related colors without covering the body in separate decorations. Pink, peach, and golden yellow create a warm illustrated palette that contrasts with several cooler jellyfish in this collection. The image interprets the tentacle spacing and shows stitched yarn eyes, an alternative discussed by the designer. Follow the original construction for the head, base, and attachments rather than judging those details from the illustration. Treat the stated head circumference separately from its height when comparing sizes, and read the complete project before choosing a different yarn weight.
Pattern: Juniper the Jellyfish — Jade of Sweet Softies.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid PDF with photo references. Approximately 14 inches long; head about 2½ inches high and 11 inches around.
7.) A Galaxy Jellyfish in Blue and Violet
A variegated blue-and-violet yarn can suggest a galaxy palette without adding stars or other separate ornaments. Sweet Softies’ Galaxy Jellyfish combines a rounded head, a small frilled edge, and curly tentacles, making the yarn itself the main source of variation. The illustration uses a darker blend and embroidered eyes instead of the original attached eyes. Its curl density and length are styling interpretations, so compare the designer’s photos for the intended proportions. Choose a yarn weight before deciding how large the project will be, since the pattern discusses several options rather than one universal finished measurement. A quiet backdrop makes the changing colors easier to appreciate.
Pattern: Galaxy Jellyfish — Jade of Sweet Softies.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid PDF. Finished size varies with yarn and hook; the designer discusses several yarn-weight options.
8.) A Tiny Julian With a Contrasting Central Curl
A contrasting central curl gives Julian a clear focal point beneath its small bell. Bernat’s Maker Mini pattern provides several color versions, with the lower strands and ruffled edge adding interest to a compact project. A dusty rose bell, pale blue outer strands, and a pink central curl make one possible illustrated arrangement. The image interprets the number and spacing of the strands and uses stitched yarn eyes in place of the listed attached eyes. Check the publisher’s underside diagram as well as the written instructions before assembling the lower section. The stated six-inch height makes this a smaller project than the long decorative sea nettle earlier in the collection.
Pattern: Maker Mini Julian the Crochet Jellyfish — Bernat / Yarnspirations.
Access and fit: Free complete three-page PDF; no account required. Approximately 6 inches tall. Includes three color versions.
9.) A Sage Jasper With Colorful Knotted Curls
Jasper’s taller bell and generous lower fringe create a different silhouette from a shallow round jellyfish. Bernat’s plush design combines contrasting curlicues with paler strands, allowing several colors to appear beneath a quieter main body. Sage, cream, coral, and blue make a balanced illustrated palette. The image interprets the bell height and the arrangement of the lower elements, while stitched yarn eyes replace the plastic eyes in the materials list. Use the publisher’s photos to choose between its versions and inspect the diagrams before attaching the strands. A simple display surface lets the varied lower shapes remain readable, especially when the yarn has a thick, soft-looking texture.
Pattern: Jasper the Friendly Crochet Jellyfish — Bernat / Yarnspirations.
Access and fit: Free complete three-page PDF; no account required. Approximately 14 inches tall including curlicues. Includes two versions.
10.) A Mini Jellyfish With Puff-Stitch Details
Puff-stitch details give this miniature jellyfish a lively finish without requiring a large project. Premier’s Minikins design combines a small body, contrasting lower elements, and a separate bow, making it appealing if you enjoy a little decorative assembly. Turquoise and pale lavender create the illustrated pairing, with the bow kept small enough to leave the face visible. The image changes the tendril placement and uses stitched yarn eyes, so follow the publisher’s photo and PDF for the intended details. Compare the stated height with a ruler before choosing this project, since a close photograph can make a miniature seem much larger. Read the complete finishing sequence before adding the bow.
Pattern: Minikins Jellyfish — Premier Yarns Design Team.
Access and fit: Free complete publisher PDF; no account required. Approximately 3½ inches high. Includes a small bow and several tendril details.
11.) A Mint Jenni With a Ruffled Edge
A clear ruffled edge makes Jenni’s rounded body feel distinct from its slim dangling strands. Shehla Ahmed’s design is worked in one piece, offering a different approach from projects with a separate underside sewn into place. Mint gives the illustrated version a fresh appearance while keeping the stitch rows easy to see. The image interprets the ruffle depth and strand arrangement and replaces the original plastic eyes with yarn stitching. Read the full construction before starting the lower section, rather than assuming it follows the same assembly as another jellyfish in this collection. Since the page does not give a finished size, use the specified materials as your reference when planning the scale.
Pattern: Jenni the Jellyfish — Shehla Ahmed of The Blue Elephants.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid printable PDF. One ungraded project; the page does not specify a finished measurement.
12.) A Multicolor Julie With Curled Oral Arms
Several lower colors can make Julie look cheerful while the main bell remains one calm shade. Nicole Chase’s design separates oral arms from other tentacles, giving the finished project a mix of shapes rather than one repeated curl. Teal, lavender, peach, and mint provide the illustrated combination. The image interprets the attachment spacing and uses stitched yarn eyes in place of the plastic eyes specified by the designer. Follow the original photos to understand which strands belong in each position before assembly. The stated overall length includes those lower elements, so it should not be confused with the much smaller body height. Lay out the components first to compare their color balance.
Pattern: Julie the Jellyfish — Nicole Chase.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern and video; no account required. Optional paid ad-free PDF. Body approximately 2½ inches high; overall length about 8 inches.
13.) A Small Jellyfish With Expressive Eyebrows
Raised eyebrows can give a small amigurumi a surprisingly expressive face. Kati Brown’s jellyfish includes separate eyebrow pieces and three tentacles in different lengths, creating a compact character with a clear lower silhouette. A warm orange interpretation stands out against a pale green setting without needing additional accessories. The illustration changes the eyebrow curve and uses stitched yarn eyes instead of the original plastic eyes. Compare the designer’s photos for the exact facial arrangement and the scale of the three tentacles. Read the assembly notes before attaching those pieces so the expression and lower balance work together. The sitting height and dangling length describe different views of the same project.
Pattern: Jellyfish — Kati Brown of Hooked by Kati.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Approximately 3½ inches tall when sitting and 9 inches with tentacles dangling.
14.) A Lime Jellyfish With Contrasting Cheeks
Separate cheek circles add a small decorative accent to SatuStitches’ compact jellyfish. Bobbi Wetzler’s design combines several lengths of curled tendrils with simpler central strands, giving the lower section a varied outline. Lime and lilac make a playful illustrated pairing, with the cheek pieces providing a useful connection between the two colors. The image changes the exact tendril arrangement and shows stitched yarn eyes rather than the listed craft eyes. Follow the original instructions for the cheek sizes and attachments before deciding where the accent color should appear. A plain background makes those small details easier to appreciate, especially when the finished project is only around six inches tall.
Pattern: Jellyfish Crochet Pattern — Bobbi Wetzler of SatuStitches.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid ad-free PDF. Approximately 6 inches tall, with size dependent on yarn, hook, and tension.
15.) A Plum Jellyfish With Varied Spiral Lengths
A variegated plum yarn can provide a gentle color shift across both the head and the spirals. Loops & Love Crochet’s design makes the head in two pieces and adds tentacles afterward, allowing their arrangement to become part of the finishing process. The illustrated purple blend feels different from the solid-color designs without introducing separate motifs. Its spiral count and lengths are interpretations, and the eyes are stitched in yarn instead of using the original attached eyes. Use the designer’s photo to judge the intended balance before securing every strand. Read the joining sequence carefully so the head stays neatly supported, then compare the shorter and longer spirals as a complete group.
Pattern: Jellyfish Amigurumi — Amanda of Loops & Love Crochet.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid ad-free PDF, individually or in a bundle. Approximately 6 inches from head to tentacle tips.
Choose the Silhouette and Read the Finishing Notes
Choose the silhouette before the color: a shallow bell with a few simple strands is a different project from a tall plush body or an elaborate sea-nettle sculpture. Read the complete pattern, including any diagrams or finishing video, before buying yarn. Compare the stated body measurements with the overall hanging length, and remember that yarn substitutions can change both the scale and the way tentacles curl. Use the original photos to plan assembly, then explore a palette that makes the different elements readable. A quieter bell and a contrasting lower section can be just as expressive as an all-over rainbow.
