Bear Free Pattern 4

 

Crochet Bear Pattern

Head

1. R1: 6 single crochet (6x)
2. R2: 6 increases (6v)
3. R3: 6 (1 single crochet (x), 1 increase (V))
4. R4: 6 (1 single crochet (x), 1 increase (V), 1 single crochet (x))
5. R5: 6 (3 single crochet (3x), 1 decrease (v))
6. R6-7: 30 single crochet (30x)
7. R8: 7 single crochet (7x), 3 (1 single crochet (x), 1 increase (V)), 4 single crochet (4x), 3 (1 increase (v), 1 single crochet (x)), 7 single crochet (7x)
8. R9-11: 36 single crochet (36x)
9. R12: 7 single crochet (7x), 3 (1 single crochet (x), 1 decrease (a)), 4 single crochet (4x), 3 (1 single crochet (x), 1 decrease (a)), 7 single crochet (7x)
10. R13: 6 (3 single crochet (3x), 1 decrease (a))
11. R14: 6 (1 single crochet (x), 1 decrease (a), 1 single crochet (x))
12. R15: 6 (1 single crochet (x), 1 decrease (a))
13. R16: 6 decreases (6a)

Ears (Make 2)

1. R1: 6 single crochet (6x)
2. R2: 6 increases (6v)
3. R3: 12 single crochet (12x)

Arms

1. R1-2: 6 single crochet (6x)
2. Change color (if desired)
3. R3-8: 6 single crochet (6x)

Legs (Make 2)

1. R1: Magic ring, 6 single crochet (6X)
2. R2: 3 (1 single crochet (x), 1 increase (v))
3. R3-4: 9 single crochet (9x)
4. R5: 3 single crochet (3x), 1 decrease (a), 4 single crochet (4x)
5. R6: 3 single crochet (3x), 1 slip stitch (1SL), chain (ch), magic ring (M1$5)
6. R7: 3 single crochet (3x), 1 slip stitch (1SL), chain (ch), magic ring (M1$5)
7. R8: 4 single crochet (4x), 1 slip stitch (1SL)
8. R9: 5 single crochet (5x), 3 single crochet (3x)
9. R10: Slip stitch to connect, 8 single crochet (8x)
10. R11-18: 8 single crochet (8x)
11. Connect legs with 4 chains (4ch)
12. R19: 8 single crochet (8x), 4 single crochet (4x), 8 single crochet (8x), 4 single crochet (4x)
13. R20-22: 24 single crochet (24x)
14. Change color (if desired)
15. R23-26: 24 single crochet (24x)
16. R27: 4 (2 single crochet (2x), 1 decrease (a), 2 single crochet (2x))
17. R28: 20 single crochet (20x)
18. R29: 4 single crochet (4x), 3 single crochet (3x) to connect hands, 7 single crochet (7x), hands (3x), 3 single crochet (3x)
19. R30: 20 single crochet (20x) (keep 3 single crochet for hand and hip)
20. R31: 4 (3 single crochet (3x), 1 decrease (a))
21. R32: 4 (1 single crochet (x), 1 decrease (a), 1 single crochet (x))
22. R33: 4 (1 single crochet (x), 1 decrease (a))

Overalls

1. R1: 15 chains (15ch), slip stitch to form a circle, 15 single crochet (15x)
2. R2: 5 (1 single crochet (x), 1 increase (V), 1 single crochet (x))
3. R3: 5 (3 single crochet (3x), 1 increase (v))

Finishing Touches

Hat (Two Parts)

Hat One:

1. R1: 6 single crochet (6X)
2. R2: 6 increases (6V)
3. R3: 6 (1 single crochet (x), 1 increase (V))
4. R4: 18 single crochet (18X)
5. R5: (1 single crochet (x), 1 front post stitch (FV)) *9 (or (x, FW) *9 if you prefer a different stitch)

Hat Two:

1. R1: 6 single crochet (6X)
2. R2: 6 increases (6V)
3. R3: 6 (1 single crochet (x), 1 increase (V))
4. R4: (1 single crochet (x), 1 increase (V), 1 single crochet (x)) *6
5. R5-6: 24 single crochet (24X)
6. R7: 24 front post stitches (24FW)

Mouth

1. R1: Magic ring, 6 single crochet (6X)
2. R2: (2 single crochet (x), 1 increase (V)) *2
3. Finish off and leave a long tail for sewing.

Scarf

1. 25 chains (25CH)
2. Second hook: 24 single crochet (24X)
3. Finish off.

Wings

1. 5 chains (5CH)
2. Reverse hook slip stitch (SL) to form a loop.
3. 2 single crochet (2X), 1 decrease (V), 2 single crochet (2X), slip stitch (SL) to finish.

Feet

1. 8 chains (8CH)
2. Reverse hook 2 single crochet (2X), 5 slip stitches (5SL).

Assembly Instructions:

1. Attach the Head: Securely sew the head to the body. Ensure it’s well-stitched for stability.
2. Attach the Ears: Position the ears on either side of the head and sew them in place.
3. Attach the Arms: Position the arms to your liking, typically at the sides, and sew securely.
4. Attach the Legs: Position the legs at the bottom of the body. Make sure they are evenly aligned.
5. Secure the Overalls: Ensure the overalls are well-stitched to the body and connect with the straps.
6. Attach the Hat: Position the hat on the head and sew it securely in place.
7. Add Features:
   • For the mouth, sew it onto the face, positioning it to your liking.
   • Optionally, you can add safety eyes or stitch the eyes using black yarn.

Final Details:

• Embellishments: Feel free to add additional embellishments like bows, flowers, or buttons to personalize your bear.
• Check Stability: Ensure all parts are securely attached and that the bear can stand or sit without toppling over.
• Weave in Ends: Don’t forget to weave in any loose ends from the yarn.

Variations:

• Experiment with different colors for the body, clothes, and accessories to create a unique look.
• You can modify the size of the bear by adjusting the yarn and hook size.

Care Instructions:

• If using acrylic or cotton yarn, the bear can usually be spot cleaned. If made from wool, it's best to hand wash and dry flat.