Bear Pattern

Bear Crochet Pattern by Sandy Jones

Project Overview

This downloadable crochet pattern creates a finished bear toy measuring 30cm in length and 6cm in width. Designed by Sandy Jones as an independent designer, this project is classified as intermediate difficulty and uses a varied yarn weight approach, though the primary material specified is King Cole Cotton Soft DK yarn.

What Is Being Made

A crocheted bear toy suitable for crafters seeking a manageable amigurumi-style project. The finished bear is a single-size stuffed toy with defined proportions, making it an ideal gift item or decorative piece for toy collections.

Materials Required

• Yarn: King Cole Cotton Soft DK (1 ball required for one bear)
• Hook: 3.5mm crochet hook
• Additional Supplies: Stitch marker for tracking round beginnings

Crochet Techniques Used

This pattern employs fundamental crochet construction methods suitable for toy making. Work progresses in continuous rounds, a standard technique for creating three-dimensional amigurumi pieces. The pattern uses slip-stitch joining between rounds to maintain structural integrity and create clean transitions.

Stitches and Abbreviations

• Ch (Chain): Foundation stitch creating the base loops
• Sc (Single Crochet): Primary stitch used throughout, providing tight, dense fabric ideal for stuffed toys
• Ss (Slip-stitch): Used to join rounds and create seamless transitions
• Dc2Tog (Double Crochet Two Together): Decrease stitch for shaping and reducing stitches

Tension and Gauge Information

Achieving correct tension is essential for this pattern. The specified tension is 16 stitches and 18 rows in single crochet measuring 4 x 4 inches (10cm x 10cm) when worked on a 3.5mm hook. Crafters must crochet a tension square before beginning the full project. If your tension square contains more stitches or rows than specified, switch to a larger hook; if it contains fewer stitches or rows, use a smaller hook. Proper tension ensures the finished bear achieves the intended 30cm length and 6cm width measurements.

Pattern Notes

The pattern is written in standard American crochet terminology. Work progresses in rounds unless otherwise indicated in the instructions. Use a stitch marker to clearly identify the first stitch of each round, which helps maintain consistent shaping throughout the toy. After joining each round with a slip-stitch, chain one and work the next stitch into the same stitch to maintain proper stitch count and appearance.