Crochet Bear Granny Square
The Crochet Bear Granny Square pattern is a delightful and charming design perfect for adding a touch of whimsy to your projects. With its adorable bear motif, creating this square is not only fun but also a wonderful way to showcase your crochet skills. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, this pattern is great for everyone. The versatility of the bear square allows you to incorporate it into blankets, pillows, or even as standalone decorations. So grab your yarn and hook, and let's embark on a creative adventure filled with cuteness and coziness!
Materials
Dk / weight 3 yarn I used Paintbox Simply DK in Slate Green for the background colour (276 metres per 100g) and various different colours for the animals.
4ply yarn in black and white for the eyes on the 4, 5 and 6.5”
3 and 4 mm crochet hooks
Needle
Scissors
Written in English US terms
sc =single crochet (double crochet UK)
hdc =half double crochet (half treble crochet UK)
dc = double crochet (treble crochet UK)
tr = treble crochet (double treble crochet UK)
sc2tog / sc3tog = sc 2/3 stitches together (double crochet 2/3 stitches together)
slst = slip stitch
blo = back loop only (crochet into the back loop of the stitch
[ ] = in the same stitch
* * = repeat between
ch = chain
Loop stitch
Gauge
9 dc x 4 rows = 2” x 2”
Eyes
If making small, medium and large use a 3mm hook and black 4 ply yarn.
If making extra large use dk black yarn and 4mm hook
Round 1: In a magic circle, ch1, 6 sc, slst to the first and pull tight. (6)
Fasten off with a long end for sewing, sew one white line for small, medium and large and two white lines for extra large.
Bear
Make the circle brown
Small 4” / Medium 5” square
MUZZLE
Using beige
Round 1: Make a magic circle, ch2, 15 dc into the circle, slst to the first and pull tight. (15) Fasten off with a long end for sewing.
NOSE
Using black 4ply
Round 1: Make a magic circle, ch1, 6 sc into the circle, slst to the first and pull tight. (6) Fasten off and sew at the top of the muzzle, sew a black line down to the bottom, then sew in place.
EARS
Using brown make two
Round 1: Make a magic circle, ch1, 6 sc into the circle, slst to the first and pull tight. (6)
Round 2: ch1,[2 hdc] in each stitch. (12) Fasten off with a long end for sewing.
Large 6.5” square
MUZZLE
Using beige
Round 1: Make a magic circle, ch2, 16 tr into the circle, slst to the first and pull tight. (16) Fasten off with a long end for sewing.
NOSE
Using black
Round 1: Make a magic circle, ch1, 8 sc into the circle, slst to the first and pull tight. (8) Fasten off and sew at the top of the muzzle, sew a black line down to the bottom, then sew in place.
EARS
Make two using brown
Round 1: Make a magic circle, ch2, 8 hdc into the circle, slst to the first and pull tight. (8)
Round 2: ch1,[2 hdc] in each stitch. (16) Fasten off with a long end for sewing.