About This Pattern
This little bear fits neatly into one evening. It has a head, a body, two ears, two arms, two legs, and a small muzzle. Each part is worked in continuous rounds, no joining, just steady turns of the hook. You will need about 120 yards of worsted yarn, a D-3 hook, and firm stuffing on hand. It is a small thing, but it asks for attention at the shaping rounds.
In the basket
Abbreviations
- MR
- magic ring
- ch
- chain
- sc
- single crochet
- inc
- increase, work 2 single crochet stitches into one stitch
- dec
- decrease, single crochet two stitches together
- sl st
- slip stitch
- st
- stitch
- rnd
- round
- FO
- fasten off
Little crochet teddy bear pattern for an evening
Head
Place a stitch marker in the first stitch of every round and move it upward as you work.
Stuff firmly after Round 13.
FO and close opening after Round 14.
- Round 1Make MR, work 6 sc into ring. (6)
- Round 2Inc around. (12)
- Round 3(Sc 1, inc) repeat 6 times. (18)
- Round 4(Sc 2, inc) repeat 6 times. (24)
- Round 5(Sc 3, inc) repeat 6 times. (30)
- Rounds 6–10Sc around. (30 each round)
- Round 11(Sc 3, dec) repeat 6 times. (24)
- Round 12(Sc 2, dec) repeat 6 times. (18)
- Round 13(Sc 1, dec) repeat 6 times. (12)
- Round 14Dec around. (6)
Body
Stuff firmly after Round 12.
FO and close opening after Round 13.
- Round 1MR, 6 sc. (6)
- Round 2Inc around. (12)
- Round 3(Sc 1, inc) repeat 6 times. (18)
- Round 4(Sc 2, inc) repeat 6 times. (24)
- Rounds 5–9Sc around. (24 each round)
- Round 10(Sc 2, dec) repeat 6 times. (18)
- Round 11Sc around. (18)
- Round 12(Sc 1, dec) repeat 6 times. (12)
- Round 13Dec around. (6)
Ears
Make 2FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
- Round 1MR, 6 sc. (6)
- Round 2(Sc 1, inc) repeat 3 times. (9)
- Round 3Sc around. (9)
Arms
Make 2Lightly stuff the lower portion.
FO, leaving a sewing tail.
- Round 1MR, 6 sc. (6)
- Rounds 2–5Sc around. (6 each round)
Legs
Make 2Stuff lightly and FO, leaving a sewing tail.
- Round 1MR, 6 sc. (6)
- Round 2Inc around. (12)
- Rounds 3–5Sc around. (12 each round)
Muzzle and Facial Details
Step by step: Make a small oval muzzle using cream yarn; create the muzzle with a magic ring of 6 sc, increase to 12 stitches in the second round, then work one final round of 12 sc; sew the muzzle centered on the lower half of the head; embroider a small nose and smile using black yarn.
Safety Note Plastic safety eyes may not be suitable for babies or children under three years old. For baby-safe versions, use embroidered eyes and facial features instead of detachable pieces.
Before the first stitch
- Check you have close to 120 yards of main color yarn before starting the head.
- Set a stitch marker ready; you move it up every single round.
- Read through the Head rounds once, since the increases set the shaping for the rest of the bear.
Minutes per piece
- Head and body about 2 hours, because the head alone runs 14 rounds with steady increases and decreases
- Ears, arms, legs, muzzle, and assembly about 2-4 hours, because six small parts each need stuffing, shaping, and careful sewing
Other yarns that work
- Acrylic worsted weight Holds its shape well for stuffing and keeps the hook size the same.
- Cotton worsted weight Gives a firmer, less fuzzy surface, but needs slightly more careful tension to avoid gaps.
Where it ends up
- A shelf companion for a child's room, paired with a small knit blanket.
- A quiet desk mascot, set beside a mug or a stack of books.
- A soft gift for a new baby, paired with a onesie or small towel.
Joining up
- Step 1 Sew the head securely to the top of the body.
- Step 2 Attach ears evenly on both sides of the head.
- Step 3 Sew arms along the upper sides of the body.
- Step 4 Attach legs at the lower front portion of the body.
- Step 5 Secure all yarn ends inside the pieces.
Small notes
- Use the 3.25 mm D-3 hook throughout; a looser hook lets stuffing show through the stitches.
- Keep the stitch marker moving up each round, or you will lose track of where the head's fourteen rounds end.
- Stuff the head firmly after round 13 and the body firmly after round 12, before closing either opening.
- All main pieces are worked in continuous rounds. Do not join rounds unless instructed.
- Place a stitch marker in the first stitch of every round and move it upward as you work.
- Invisible decrease: Insert the hook into the front loop only of the next two stitches, yarn over, pull through both loops, yarn over again, and complete the single crochet. This creates a smoother stuffed toy surface.
- UK note: US single crochet is called double crochet in UK terminology.
- Keep your tension consistent throughout each piece. Uneven stitches can change the shape of amigurumi parts and make assembly more difficult.
- Finished Size: Approximately 7 inches (18 cm) tall.
- Gauge: Approximately 18 single crochet stitches x 20 rounds in 4 inches (10 cm).
- Terminology: US crochet terms.
- Skill Level: Confident beginner.
- Color guidance: Use pastel shades for baby gifts or deeper tones for seasonal decorations.
Little questions
Can I use a different yarn weight for this bear?
The pattern is written for worsted weight yarn with a 3.25 mm hook. Changing weight will change the finished size, so swatch first to see how it looks.
How much yarn do I actually need?
Plan on about 120 yards of your main color, plus a small amount of contrast yarn for the muzzle. Keep a little extra on hand for embroidery and sewing.
Why does the pattern mention an invisible decrease?
The invisible decrease uses front loops only on two stitches before completing the single crochet. It gives a smoother surface on the stuffed head and body.
What if I am working from UK terms?
The pattern uses US single crochet throughout. In UK terms, that same stitch is called double crochet.
Original pattern: https://duniarecipe.com/happy-birthday-scrapbook-ideas-for-loved-ones-and-special-memories/
About the Author
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