Crochet Baby Bear Washcloth

The Crochet Baby Bear Washcloth is an adorable and practical addition to any nursery! Not only does it add a touch of charm to bath time, but its soft texture makes it gentle on your little one's delicate skin. The cute bear design is sure to bring a smile to your baby's face while making bath time a fun and enjoyable experience. Handmade with love, this washcloth is not only functional but also a sweet keepsake that can be cherished for years to come. Whether you're using it during bathtime or for wiping little hands and faces, this washcloth is a perfect combination of cuteness and functionality, making it a must-have for any parent looking to add a touch of whimsy to their baby's bath routine.

Yarn:

18 - 21 yards of I Love This Cotton or any weight 4 Cotton Yarn

Hook: H

Abbreviations:

ch = chain

sl-st = slip stitch

dc = double crochet

her-dc = herringbone double crochet

hhdc = herringbone half double crochet

sts = stitches

tr = triple crochet

blo = back loop only

Note: Chain stitches do not count as a stitch.

Basic One Color Bear Washcloth Pattern:

R1: ch four, sl-st to join, ch 2, 13 dc into circle, sl-st to join. (Or use a magic circle to start.) (13 stitches)

R2: ch 3, 2 her-dc in each stitch, sl-st to join (26 stitches)

R3: ch 2, 2 dc in stitch, 1 dc in next [2dc in next, 1 dc in next] repeat around. Sl st to join (39 stitches)

R4: ch 2, 2hhdc, 1 hhdc in next 2 [2 hhdc in next, 1 hhdc in next 2] repeat around, sl-st to join (52 stitches)

R5: ch 1, sk 2 sts, 9 tr in next, sk 2 sts, sl-st in next 6, sk 2 sts, 9 tr in next, sk 2 sts, sl-st around.

Variation: Outline

Follow the instructions above for R1, R2, R3, R4. Switch to Outline color for R5.

Variation: Blue

R1, R4, R5 in color 1 (blue)

R2, R3 in color 2 (tan)

Variation: Double Crochet Pink 1

Color 1 R1, R5 (pink)

Color 2 R2, R3, R4 (tan)

R1: Ch four, sl-st to join, ch 2, 13 dc into circle, sl-st to join. (Or use magic circle to start.) (13 stitches)

R2: ch 3, 2 dc blo in each stitch, sl-st to join (26 stitches)

R3: ch 2, 2 dc in stitch, 1 dc in next [2dc in next, 1 dc in next] repeat around. Sl st to join (39 stitches)

R4: ch 2, 2dc, 1 dc in next 2 [2 dc in next, 1 dc in next 2] repeat around, sl-st to join (52 stitches)

R5: ch 1, sk 2 sts, 9 tr in next, sk 2 sts, sl-st in next 6, sk 2 sts, 9 tr in next, sk 2 sts, sl-st around.

Variation Double Crochet Pink Outline 2:

Follow the pink variation above with the following changes. R1-R5 in tan. R2 regular dc not blo

R6: sl-st outline around in pink