Crochet Bear Motif

Discover the enchanting world of crochet with this adorable Bear Motif pattern. Immerse yourself in the art of creating intricate designs using just a hook and some yarn. This pattern will guide you through each step, ensuring that you can bring this cuddly bear to life with ease. Dive into the realm of yarn and hooks as you weave together a charming bear that will steal your heart. With this pattern, you'll be able to explore the intricate techniques of crochet and create a delightful masterpiece that will be cherished for years to come. So grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let your imagination run wild as you embark on this crochet journey.

Supplies you`ll need:

• cotton yarn, for example Ricorumi DK (25 g / 57.5 m) – brown, beige, white and black color
• black and brown thread
• 2.5 mm crochet hook
• darning and embroidery needle

Finished size: 6.5 x 6.5 cm / 2.5 x 2.5 in

Skill level: easy+

Stitches and abbreviations (US crochet terms):

Magic ring, slip stitch (sl st), chain (ch), single crochet (sc), double crochet (dc), French knot, repeat (rep), stitch(es) – st(s)

BEAR MOTIF

Use brown yarn.

1: Start with a magic ring, ch 2. Work 12 dc into the ring, sl st in the first dc [12]

2: Ch 2, work 2 dc in each st around, sl st in the first dc [24]

3: Ch 2, starting in the same st (dv in next st, 2 dc in next st) rep 12 times, sl st in the first dc [36]

4: Ch 1, sc in the same st, skip 1 st, 6 dc in next st, skip 1 st, sl st in next 8 sts, skip 1 st, 6 dc in next st, skip 1 st, sl st in next 21 sts, sl st in the first sc of the round.

Weave in yarn tails.

MUZZLE

Use beige yarn.

1: Ch 4. Crochet around the foundation chain: 2 sc in the second st from hook, sc in next st, 4 sc in next st, sc in next st, 2 sc in the first st, sl st in the first sc of the round [10]

2: Ch 1, 2 sc in the same and in next st, sc in next st, 2 sc in next 4 sts, sc in next st, 2 sc in next 2 sts, sl st in the first sc of the round [18]

Weave in yarn tails.

Sew the muzzle to the face with brown thread. Embroider a nose with black thread.

EYE (make 2)

Use white yarn.

1: Work 8 sc into the magic ring, sl st in the first sc [8]

Leave a short yarn tail.

Place the eyes on the face and pull the yarn tails to the back side of the applique. Knot tightly.

With black yarn, work a French knot in the center of the eye. Weave in all yarn ends.