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Teddy Bear Amigurumi Pattern

Teddy Bear Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Teddy Bear Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a soft, plush teddy bear made with velvet-style plush yarn for a squishy finish. You will crochet a head, body, arms, legs, ears, muzzle and tail, then assemble and finish with embroidered details. Every round and step is written out so you can follow along precisely while building your own cuddly toy.

Teddy Bear Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The design is perfect for gifting or keeping as a cozy companion and includes clear instructions for shaping and tightening facial features. Materials and tools are listed so you can gather everything before you start.

Why You'll Love This Teddy Bear Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns simple stitches into a charming, huggable bear that feels like a real keepsake. I enjoy how the plush yarn gives such a soft, tactile finish that children and adults both adore. The step-by-step rounds make shaping predictable and satisfying, and the tightening technique for the muzzle and eyes adds so much personality to the face. I find it rewarding to sew the pieces together and watch the bear come to life with a few embroidery details.

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Switch Things Up

I love how versatile this pattern is for customization; you can change the main yarn color to create a classic brown bear or a pastel friend for a nursery.

I often switch yarn weights and hooks to resize the bear — using thicker plush yarn and a larger hook gives a chunky, huggable bear.

I also make mini versions as keychains by using thinner yarn and a smaller hook, and by reducing the stitch counts proportionally.

I like adding embroidery or felt accessories like scarves, bows or little overalls to personalize each bear for gifts or themes.

Try using safety eyes in different sizes or embroidered eyes for baby-safe toys; swapping eye style changes the expression dramatically.

I sometimes add wire into the arms for a posable effect, or create removable outfits to make a collectible series.

For a rustic look, choose natural yarn tones and add simple stitches on the tummy and paws for character and texture.

To make the muzzle and nose stand out, experiment with a contrasting yarn color or a slightly thicker yarn for the muzzle piece only.

I recommend practicing the tightening technique on a scrap piece first so you can control eye spacing and expression precisely.

Finally, I enjoy making matching pairs with slightly different facial embroidery — small changes to eyebrow angle or mouth length create very different personalities.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not using the recommended plush yarn will change the fabric and size; use a similar density plush yarn (120m/100g) for best results. ✗ Skipping safety eye placement steps can leave them misaligned; insert safety eyes between R 9 and R 10 of the head and check spacing before fastening. ✗ Understuffing or overstuffing parts causes poor shaping and instability; stuff gradually, aim for firm but squeezable stuffing and shape as you go. ✗ Forgetting to count stitches during increases and decreases leads to uneven rounds; count after each round and use markers to keep track during shaping.

Teddy Bear Amigurumi Pattern

Make a cuddly plush teddy bear using soft plush yarn and simple amigurumi techniques. This pattern guides you through every round, every piece, and the full assembly so you can create a sweet handmade companion. Perfect for gifting or decorating a nursery, the pattern includes clear materials and step-by-step construction.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Teddy Bear Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Plush yarn 120m (131 yards) / 100g (example: Himalaya Dolphin Baby) - Main color brown: two skeins (about 1.5 skeins consumed)
  • 02
    Plush yarn light white - additional color for muzzle and face details (small amount)
  • 03
    Black YarnArt Jeans yarn - for embroidering eyebrows and nose (small amount)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook 4.5 mm
  • 02
    Crochet hook 2.0 mm
  • 03
    Filler (polyester fiberfill)
  • 04
    Safety eyes on a screw mount, black, diameter 12 mm (2 pieces)
  • 05
    Scissors
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    Crocheting marker (or thin contrasting yarn as a marker)
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    Needle for sewing on details
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    Strong yarn for sewing on parts and tightening the face
  • 09
    Yarn needle for weaving ends and sewing

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— Head :

Round 1 :

R 1: 6 sc in mc (6)

Round 2 :

R 2: (inc)x6 (12)

Round 3 :

R 3: (1 sc, inc)x6 (18)

Round 4 :

R 4: (2 sc, inc)x6 (24)

Round 5 :

R 5: (3 sc, inc)x6 (30)

Round 6 :

R 6: (4 sc, inc)x6 (36)

Round 7 :

R 7: (5 sc, inc)x6 (42)

Round 8 :

R 8: (6 sc, inc)x6 (48)

Round 9-14 :

R 9-14: 48 sc (6 rows)

Info :

Insert safety eyes between R 9 and R 10.

Round 15 :

R 15: (6 sc, dec)x6 (42)

Round 16 :

R 16: (5 sc, dec)x6 (36)

Round 17 :

R 17: (4 sc, dec)x6 (30)

Round 18 :

R 18: (3 sc, dec)x6 (24)

Round 19 :

R 19: (2 sc, dec)x6 (18)

Info :

Stuff with fiberfill. F.o.

— Ears (make 2) :

Round 1 :

R 1: 8 sc in mc (8)

Round 2 :

R 2: (inc)x8 (16)

Round 3 :

R 3: 16 sc

Round 4 :

R 4: (3 sc, inc)x4 (20) F.o.

— Muzzle :

Info :

With white yarn: Make 7 ch. Make an oval starting from the 2nd ch from hook, work on both sides of the chain.

Round 1 :

R 1: From the 2nd ch from hook: 5 sc, 3 sc in last st, turn and crochet on the opposite side of the chain: 4 sc, inc (14)

Round 2 :

R 2: 1 ch, inc, 4 sc, (inc)x3, 4 sc, (inc)x2 (20)

Round 3 :

R 3: 1 ch, inc, 5 sc, (1 sc, inc)x4, 5 sc, inc (26)

Round 4 :

R 4: 1 ch, inc, 6 sc, (2 sc, inc)x4, 6 sc, inc (32)

Round 5 :

R 5: 32 sc F.o.

Info :

Sew muzzle to the head, put some stuffing inside the muzzle before you finish. Sew ears to the head. Embroider eye brows and nose with black yarn.

— Arms (make 2) :

Round 1 :

R 1: 6 sc in mc (6)

Round 2 :

R 2: (inc)x6 (12)

Round 3 :

R 3: (5 sc, inc)x2 (14)

Round 4 :

R 4: (3 sc, inc)x3, 2 sc (17)

Round 5 :

R 5: 17 sc

Round 6 :

R 6: dec, (1 sc, dec)x5 (11)

Round 7-11 :

R 7-11: 11 sc (5 rows)

Round 12 :

R 12: 9 sc, dec (10)

Round 13-14 :

R 13-14: 10 sc (2 rows)

Round 15 :

R 15: 8 sc, dec (9)

Round 16-17 :

R 16-17: 9 sc (2 rows) Stuff 3/4 full.

Info :

Fold top of arm flat and 5 sc through both sides across. F.o.

— Legs (make 2) :

Info :

Make 7 ch. Make an oval starting from the 2nd ch from hook, work on both sides of the chain.

Round 1 :

R 1: From the 2nd ch from hook: 5 sc, 4 sc in last st, turn and crochet on the opposite side of the chain: 4 sc, 3 sc in one st (16)

Round 2 :

R 2: inc, 4 sc, (inc)x4, 4 sc, (inc)x3 (24)

Round 3 :

R 3: inc, 1 sc, 4 sc, (inc, 1 sc)x4, 4 sc, (inc, 1 sc)x3 (32)

Round 4 :

R 4: BLO 32 sc

Round 5 :

R 5: 32 sc

Round 6 :

R 6: 7 sc, (dec)x6, 8 sc, (dec)x2, 1 sc (24)

Round 7 :

R 7: 6 sc, (dec)x4, 10 sc (20)

Round 8 :

R 8: 3 sc, (dec)x6, 5 sc (14)

Round 9-13 :

R 9-13: 14 sc (5 rows)

Round 14 :

R 14: 12 sc, dec (13)

Round 15 :

R 15: 13 sc

Round 16 :

R 16: 11 sc, dec (12)

Round 17-19 :

R 17-19: 12 sc (3 rows) Stuff with fiberfill.

Info :

Fold top of leg flat and 6 sc through both sides across. F.o.

— Body :

Round 1 :

R 1: 6 sc in mc (6)

Round 2 :

R 2: (inc)x6 (12)

Round 3 :

R 3: (1 sc, inc)x6 (18)

Round 4 :

R 4: (2 sc, inc)x6 (24)

Round 5 :

R 5: (3 sc, inc)x6 (30)

Round 6 :

R 6: (4 sc, inc)x6 (36)

Round 7 :

R 7: (5 sc, inc)x6 (42)

Round 8 :

R 8: 42 sc

Round 9 :

R 9: 8 sc, 6 sc together with sc of the 1st leg, 14 sc, 6 sc together with sc of the 2nd leg, 8 sc (42)

Round 10-11 :

R 10-11: 42 sc (2 rows)

Round 12 :

R 12: (5 sc, dec)x6 (36)

Round 13-14 :

R 13-14: 36 sc (2 rows)

Round 15 :

R 15: (4 sc, dec)x6 (30)

Round 16 :

R 16: 30 sc

Round 17 :

R 17: (3 sc, dec)x6 (24)

Round 18-19 :

R 18-19: 24 sc (2 rows)

Round 20 :

R 20: (2 sc, dec)x6 (18)

Round 21 :

R 21: 3 sc, (5 sc together with sc of the 1st arm, 4 sc, 5 sc together with sc of the 2nd arm, 1 sc (18)

Round 22 :

R 22: 18 sc

Info :

Stuff with fiberfill. F.o.

— Tail :

Round 1 :

R 1: 6 sc in mc (6)

Round 2 :

R 2: (inc)x6 (12)

Round 3 :

R 3: 12 sc F.o.

Info :

Sew tail to the body.

— Assembly :

Info :

After we have connected all the parts, we proceed to the assembly. Sew on the details with a thin strong yarn in the color of the bear's yarn.

Info :

We sew the ears to the head. Place the ear on the side of the head. Make sure that the ears are in a vertical line with the feet. Sew on the muzzle. Place the top edge of the muzzle just under the eyes. Sew on with strong yarn. Before you sew to the end, do not forget to fill the muzzle with filler. Sew the nose onto the muzzle.

Info :

You can choose any place on the tummy, as well as on the head. In my description, I propose to do as follows: Tightening. Next, you need to make a tightening on the eyes. This requires a long needle and strong yarn.

Info :

We introduce the needle in the center at the bottom of the head, as close as possible to the seam of the joint between the head and the body. We bring it out near the right eye from the outside. At the bottom we leave the tail of the yarn, for which we will pull it. We introduce the needle from the back of the same eye and draw the muzzle at the bottom. We repeat the first step. When the needle is near the eye, at the same time we pull (slightly, gently) by the tail of the yarn at the bottom and by the needle, we correct the crocheting with our hands, forming a tightening. We do this again so that the tightening holds. We do the same from the side of the second (left) eye. After the tightening result suits you, we remove the needle from the bottom of the muzzle and tie a knot.

Info :

We continue to tighten. Next, we need to bring our eyes slightly closer to each other. We introduce the needle from the bottom of the muzzle and withdraw it from the inside of the right eye. Insert the needle at the top of the right eye from the inside and draw it out at the top of the inside of the opposite (left) eye. We insert the needle at the bottom along the inner side of the left eye, draw it out on the right eye. Slightly tighten the yarn, adjust the crocheting by hand.

Info :

Pull the needle and yarn out from the bottom of the muzzle, tie a knot and hide both ends of the yarn in crocheting. We embroider eyebrows with black yarn, a mouth on the face. We also make stitches on the head, tummy and lower legs.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew ears to the head placing them on the sides so they align vertically with the feet; secure with strong yarn and hide ends.
  • Attach the muzzle under the eyes and stuff lightly before finishing; sew around the edge with strong yarn so it sits snugly.
  • Position and attach the arms to the body at the openings created in R 21, sewing securely through the arm top fold.
  • Sew legs into the body by joining the leg tops to the body at R 9 placement, ensuring even spacing and firm attachment.
  • Embroider eyebrows, nose and mouth with black yarn; perform the tightening technique described to shape the eyes and muzzle before final knotting.

Important Notes

  • 💡Insert safety eyes between R 9 and R 10 of the head and check alignment before fastening the screws.
  • 💡Use a long needle and strong yarn when performing the tightening of the eyes and muzzle to get a believable facial shape.
  • 💡Stuff parts firmly but not overfull to keep the plush texture and allow the tightening method to work correctly.
  • 💡Fold tops of arms and legs flat and work the final sc through both layers to create stable attachment points.

This plush Teddy Bear pattern brings soft textures and sweet character together for handmade gifts and keepsakes. It uses plush yarn for a cuddly finish and clear step-by-step rounds so you can craft with confidence. Whether you are making one for a baby, a friend, or your own shelf, this little bear is made to be loved. 🧶🧸

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished teddy measures approximately 30-35 cm tall when using the recommended plush yarn and a 4.5 mm hook; final size depends on yarn and stuffing.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can change yarn weight, but the final size and look will change; use an appropriate hook for your yarn and adjust stuffing and placement accordingly.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate because it requires working in the round, shaping with increases and decreases, and some assembly and tightening techniques.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary depending on experience, yarn choice, and how much time you spend on assembly and embroidery details.