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How To Crochet Cute Plush Bear Amigurumi For Beginners

Join the fun and make your own free Crochet Plush Bear, the cutest and cuddliest companion for hugs, gifts, or just because!

Crocheting plush bears is not only a delightful pastime but also a wonderful way to show love and care. You can make adorable and cuddly companions that bring joy to all ages. Perfect as thoughtful gifts for baby showers, birthdays, and holidays, these handmade bears hold sentimental value and can be customized with different colors and accessories for a personal touch. Beyond being cute, crocheted plush bears can also provide comfort and a sense of security to children.

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Engaging in crocheting these bears is a relaxing and rewarding hobby, helping to relieve stress and improve focus. The sense of accomplishment that comes from finishing a project is unparalleled, making these patterns a fantastic way to put your skills to good use. Plus, sharing your handmade creations with others fosters a sense of community and spreads happiness.

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Materials

  • Baby snuggle yarn in two colors: gray for the body and cream/white for the muzzle
  • 5mm crochet hook
  • 12mm plastic safety eyes for teddy bears
  • Plastic nose (optional)
  • Fiberfill

Abbreviations

  • ch: chain
  • sc: single crochet
  • inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
  • dec: decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
  • sl st: slip stitch

Head

  1. Start with gray yarn
    • Create a slip knot and ch 2.
    • Rnd 1: 6 sc in the second ch from the hook. (6 sts)
    • Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
    • Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) around. (18 sts)
    • Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around. (24 sts)
    • Rnds 5-9: Sc in each st around. (5 rounds total, 24 sts)

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  1. Position Eyes
    • Insert 12mm safety eyes between Rnds 7 and 8, 3 sts apart.
  2. Continue working
    • Rnd 10: (3 sc, dec) around. (18 sts)
    • Rnd 11: (2 sc, dec) around. (12 sts)
    • Rnd 12: (1 sc, dec) around. (8 sts)
    • Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff the head with fiberfill.

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Ears (Make 2)

  1. With gray yarn
    • Create a slip knot and ch 2.
    • Rnd 1: 6 sc in the second ch from the hook. (6 sts)
    • Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
    • Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Fold ear in half and sew onto the head.

Body

  1. With gray yarn
    • Create a slip knot and ch 2.
    • Rnd 1: 6 sc in the second ch from the hook. (6 sts)
    • Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
    • Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) around. (18 sts)
    • Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around. (24 sts)
    • Rnds 5-7: Sc in each st around. (3 rounds, 24 sts)
    • Rnd 8: (2 sc, dec) around. (18 sts)
    • Rnds 9-10: Sc in each st around. (2 rounds, 18 sts)
    • Rnd 11: (4 sc, dec) around. (15 sts)
    • Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff with fiberfill before attaching the head.

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Legs (Make 2)

  1. With gray yarn
    • Create a slip knot and ch 2.
    • Rnd 1: 6 sc in the second ch from the hook. (6 sts)
    • Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
    • Rnd 3-4: Sc in each st around. (2 rounds, 12 sts)
    • Rnd 5: (1 sc, dec) around. (8 sts)
    • Rnds 6-8: Sc in each st around. (3 rounds, 8 sts)
    • Stuff with fiberfill. Flatten the top, and sc through both layers to close.
    • Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Arms (Make 2)

  1. With gray yarn
    • Create a slip knot and ch 2.
    • Rnd 1: 6 sc in the second ch from the hook. (6 sts)
    • Rnd 2: (1 sc, inc) around. (9 sts)
    • Rnds 3-4: Sc in each st around. (2 rounds, 9 sts)
    • Rnd 5: (1 sc, dec) around. (6 sts)
    • Rnds 6-10: Sc in each st around. (5 rounds, 6 sts)
    • Stuff with fiberfill. Flatten the top, and sc through both layers to close.
    • Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Muzzle

  1. With cream/white yarn
    • Create a slip knot and ch 2.
    • Rnd 1: 6 sc in the second ch from the hook. (6 sts)
    • Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
    • Rnd 3: Sc in each st around. (12 sts)
    • Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

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Tail

  1. With gray yarn
    • Attach yarn to the appropriate place on the back of the body.
    • Create 5 loops (puff stitch) and chain one more.
    • Fasten off and tuck in the ends.

Assembly

  1. Attach the eyes and nose to the head if not already done.
  2. Sew the muzzle onto the head just below the eyes.
  3. Sew the head to the body.
  4. Sew the ears, arms, and legs to the body in the appropriate positions.
  5. Add details as needed, including slight shaping or adjustments for symmetry.

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Enjoy your cute little crochet bear!

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