Amigurumi Mini Bear

Free Pattern Amigurumi Mini Bear Crochet. Just like the lovely white chicken pattern from The Crochettisti, which soothes the heart with its cute design, this mini bear will bring joy to both makers and receivers. With just a hook, some yarn, and a sprinkle of creativity, you’ll transform simple stitches into a hug-ready companion. The journey of making is filled with simple steps: start with a magic ring, watch as rows grow under your fingertips, and soon, the soft curves of a tiny bear take shape. As each piece comes together, from ears to paws, you’ll feel the pride of handcrafting a one-of-a-kind treasure. Embrace the art of amigurumi and make memories with every loop and stitch of your crochet bear masterpiece.

Materials Required:

To bring this adorable amigurumi bear to life, you will need YarnArt Jeans yarn (a blend of 55% cotton and 45% acrylic, each skein weighing 50g with a length of 160m) in shades of light brown and white. A crochet hook sized 2.25 mm is perfect for tight stitches. For the bear’s eyes, prepare 5 mm safety eyes and black thread for detailing. A sewing needle is essential for assembling the parts. To add a sweet blush to your bear, have a pink beeswax crayon or some makeup blush on hand. Also, keep some pins, scissors, and fiberfill for stuffing nearby.

Abbreviations Used:

R: row
ch: chain
sc: single crochet
inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: decrease (2 sc together)
[…] indicates the stitch count at the end of each row
(…) repeat the instructions in the brackets for the specified number of times

Creating Your Amigurumi Bear:

Legs and Body:

Start by stuffing as you go. Using the brown yarn, make two legs. For each leg, begin with 5 sc in a magic ring, then follow the pattern to create and join both legs, continuing into the body with a seamless transition. The body expands on the basic structure, shaping up with several rounds of sc, which increases, and decreases until you fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Head Amigurumi Mini Bear:

Switching to brown yarn, the head starts in a magic ring and progresses through rounds of sc and strategic increases to form a rounded shape. After achieving the desired width, several rounds maintain the circumference before decreasing to close. Add fiberfill stuffing before fastening off.

Arms and Ears:

Both the arms and ears follow a miniature version of the pattern used for the legs, starting in a magic ring and increasing. The arms are kept slender and unstuffed, suitable for sewing onto the body sides. The ears, similarly crafted, remain unstuffed and perky, ready to be attached to the head.

Muzzle:

The muzzle, created with white yarn, starts in a magic ring, quickly forming a small, rounded protrusion. This is then fastened off, leaving a length of yarn for sewing onto the face.

Assembly:

The final assembly brings your bear to life. Attach the head to the body, then meticulously sew on the arms, ears, and muzzle in their respective places. Use black thread to embroider the bear’s facial features, adding depth and personality. A touch of pink on the cheeks brings warmth and charm to your amigurumi bear, making it irresistible.

This detailed guide helps you create a heartwarming amigurumi bear that’s perfect for gifting or adding a touch of handmade magic to your space.