Not only is these little Squid cute for kids of all ages (or even adults), studies have shown that they are a great source of comfort for babies, as the tentacles mimic the feeling of an ambilocal cord.

Yarn
50g Cotton DK (137yds / 125m) Make sure you to get these colors for the detailing of the eyes and checks in the same yarn (pink, white and black).

Hook
3mm crochet hook (US Size D is also fine)

Stuffing
100% organic cotton stuffing (babies love to suck the Squid, so this is recommended)

Other
Tapestry needle, scissors and stitch markers

Size: 8cm x 43cm
Gauge - 14SC = 2”
Skill Level - Moderate

SC - Single crochet
SL ST - Slip stitch
ST - Stitch
CH - Chain
SC2TOG - Single crochet, 2 together
DC - Double crochet
BPSC - Back post, single crochet
FPDC - Front post, double crochet
FPDC2TOG - Front post, double crochet, 2 together
FPSLST - Front post, Slip Stitch