Crochet Bear Appliques
Crochet bear appliques are a delightful addition to any crafting project! These cute and charming embellishments can bring a touch of whimsy to your creations, whether you're working on a blanket, hat, or even a cardigan. With a few simple crochet stitches, you can create a little bear that adds a playful and adorable touch to your handmade items. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned crocheter, crafting these sweet bear appliques is a fun and rewarding way to personalize your projects. So grab your yarn and hook, and let's crochet some cute bears to bring a smile to your face!
Materials
Small amounts of Dk / weight 3 yarn
3mm crochet hook I use this set from Amazon*
Written in English US terms with abbreviations for UK
sc = single crochet (double crochet in UK)
hdc = half double crochet (half treble crochet in UK)
dc = double crochet (treble crochet in UK)
ch = chain
* * = repeat between
inc = increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
ch = chain
slst = slip stitch
[ ] = in the same stitch
Small Bear
Round 1: 10 hdc in a magic circle, slst to first. (10)
Round 2: ch2, hdc in the same, 2 hdc in each stitch, slst to first (20)
Round 3: [ch1, sc and 3 dc, sc] in the same, slst 4, [sc, 3 dc, sc] in the next. Fasten off
Muzzle
Round 1: 6 sc in a magic circle, slst to first and fasten off.
Medium Bear
Round 1: 10 hdc in a magic circle, slst to first. (10)
Round 2: ch2, hdc in the same, 2 hdc in each stitch, slst to first (20)
Round 3: ch2, hdc in the same, hdc 1,*2 hdc in the next, hdc 1* x 9, slst to first. (30)
Round 4: [ch1, sc and 2 dc] in the same [2 dc, sc] in the next slst 7, [sc, 2 dc] in the next [2 dc, sc] in the next. Fasten off
Muzzle
Round 1: 9 hdc in a magic circle, slst to first and fasten off.
Large Bear
Round 1: 10 hdc in a magic circle, slst to first. (10)
Round 2: ch2, hdc in the same, 2 hdc in each stitch, slst to first (20)
Round 3: ch2, hdc in the same, hdc 1,*2 hdc in the next, hdc 1* x 9, slst to first. (30)
Round 4: ch2, hdc in the same, hdc 2,*2 hdc in the next, hdc 2* x 9, slst to first. (40)
Round 5: [ch1, sc and 2 dc, tc] in the same, [tc, 2 dc, sc] in the next, slst 9, [sc, 2 dc, tc] in the next, [tc, 2 dc, sc] in the next. Fasten off
Muzzle
Round 1: 12 dc in a magic circle, slst to first and fasten off.