14" Teddy Bear completed with wardrobe

14" Teddy Bear with Complete Wardrobe by Eileen Webb

What is Being Made

This downloadable knitting pattern set features Barnie Bear, an adorable 14-inch (36 centimeters) teddy bear designed by Eileen Webb, complete with an extensive wardrobe collection. The finished bear stands approximately 14 inches tall from sole to top of head when standing, or measures 9 inches when seated. The pattern includes the bear itself plus five separate clothing pieces: a basic jumper, dungarees, pyjamas (top and trousers), a football outfit, and a jacket. This makes it an ideal intermediate-level knitting project for crafters looking to create a fully dressed toy bear.

Techniques and Construction Methods

The bear and all accompanying garments are created using fundamental knitting techniques suitable for intermediate-level knitters. The construction involves knitting individual pieces that are then assembled and stuffed to create the three-dimensional bear form. The wardrobe pieces follow standard garment construction methods, with pieces knitted flat and seamed together. The pattern employs abbreviations common to knitting instructions, including B&T (abbreviation for a specific knitting technique), indicating the use of standard knitting pattern notation.

Stitches and Knitting Details

While the complete stitch guide is not fully detailed in the provided materials, the pattern uses standard knitting stitches appropriate for DK weight yarn. The construction method involves shaping techniques necessary for creating the bear's body, head, and limbs, as well as fitted garment pieces. Embroidery techniques are also referenced for facial features, allowing crafters to embroider eyes and a nose using black yarn if preferred over safety components.

Materials Required

For the Teddy Bear:

• DK weight yarn in main color: 65 grams
• DK weight yarn in contrast color: 10 grams (optional; alternatively, use approximately 75 grams in a single color)
• Black yarn for embroidered facial features, OR 14mm plastic safety nose and 10.5-11mm safety eyes
• 200 grams of fire-retardant polyester stuffing (must comply with Fire and Safety regulations)
• Size 3.00mm (UK size 11) knitting needles

For the Dungarees:

• DK weight yarn in main color: 25 grams
• DK weight yarn in contrast color: small amount for pockets
• 2 buttons
• Size 3.25mm (UK size 10) knitting needles

For the Basic Jumper:

• DK weight yarn: 25 grams
• Size 3.25mm (UK size 10) knitting needles

For the Pyjamas:

• DK weight yarn for top: 45 grams
• DK weight yarn for trousers: 25 grams
• Elastic (optional)
• Size 3.25mm (UK size 10) knitting needles

For the Jacket:

• DK weight yarn: 40 grams
• 3 buttons
• Size 3.25mm (UK size 10) knitting needles

For the Football Outfit:

• DK weight yarn
• Size 3.50mm knitting needles

The original pattern was created using Stylecraft Style DK yarn, though any DK weight yarn is suitable for this project. DK (double knitting) weight yarn is a medium-weight yarn that works well for creating defined details on smaller projects like toys and doll clothing.

About the Designer

This pattern was designed by Eileen Webb, an independent designer specializing in knitted toy projects. The comprehensive nature of this pattern set, offering multiple clothing options for a single bear, demonstrates thoughtful design for crafters who enjoy creating complete, dressed figures.