Budding Bear Crochet Pattern Guide

Get ready to meet the cutest crochet creation - the Budding Bear! This lovable little bear is the perfect project for all crochet enthusiasts. With its soft and cuddly texture, this bear is sure to become a cherished companion for children and adults alike. The Budding Bear is meticulously crafted using the art of crochet, resulting in a unique and charming toy that will bring joy to anyone who lays eyes on it.

Crocheting the Budding Bear is not only a creative endeavor but also a therapeutic one. As you work on each stitch, you'll find yourself immersed in a calming rhythm, allowing your mind to relax and unwind. The repetitive nature of crochet can be incredibly soothing, making it the perfect activity to de-stress and find inner peace. So, grab your crochet hook, choose your favorite yarn, and embark on a delightful journey of creating your very own Budding Bear. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crocheter, the Budding Bear pattern provides clear instructions and guidance, making it a fun and rewarding project for all skill levels.

Materials

• Yarn (color: white, green, blue, black, pink)
• Eye & Nose accessories - 8mm
• Crochet hook - 1.8mm
• Toy stuffing
• Needle
• Iron wire for shaping

Abbreviations

• MR - Magic Ring
• sc - single crochet
• inc - increase
• dec - decrease
• ch - chain stitch
• ss - slip stitch
• sk - skip
• dc - double crochet
• hdc - half double crochet
• tr - triple crochet
• FLO - through front loops only

Instructions for Parts

Hand

Make with green color

RND 1: 11 ch, start crocheting from the penultimate stitch, 3 hdc in one stitch, 1 sc, 3 dc in one stitch, 1 sc, 3 tr in one stitch, 1 sc, 3 dc in one stitch, 1 sc, 3 hdc in one stitch, 11 sc

RND 2: 30 sc

RND 3: (1 dec, 2 sc)*5, 10 sc

RND 4: 25 sc

RND 5: (2 sc, 1 inc, 2 sc)*5

RND 6: 30 sc

RND 7: (5 sc, 1 inc)*5

RND 8-12: 35 sc

RND 13: (5 sc, 1 dec)*5

RND 14-16: 30 sc

RND 17: (2 sc, 1 dec, 2 sc)*5

RND 18-19: 25 sc

RND 20: (3 sc, 1 dec)*5

RND 21-23: 20 sc

RND 24: (1 sc, 1 dec, 1 sc)*5

RND 25: 15 sc

Filling. Fasten off and weave in end.

Leg (x2)

Make with green color

RND 1: 7 ch, start crocheting from the penultimate stitch, 5 sc, 3 sc in one stitch, 4 sc, 1 inc

RND 2: 1 inc, 4 sc, 3 inc, 4 sc, 2 inc

RND 3: 1 sc, 1 inc, 4 sc, (1 sc, 1 inc)*3, 4 sc, (1 sc, 1 inc)*2

RND 4: 2 sc, 1 inc, (1 sc, 3 sc in one stitch, 1 sc)*3, 4 sc, (1 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc)*2

RND 5: FLO, 11 sc, 1 dec, 3 sc, 1 dec, 3 sc, 1 dec, 12 sc

RND 6-7: 32 sc

RND 8: (2 sc, 1 inc, 2 sc)*6, 2 sc

RND 9-12: 38 sc

RND 13: (5 sc, 1 inc)*6, 2 sc

RND 14: 44 sc

The first leg: Break the yarn.

The second leg: Do not break the yarn.

Find a suitable location to fill and add shaping wire. 3 ch, link two legs, continue to crochet the body.

Body

Make with green color

RND 15: 44 sc, 3 sc, 44 sc, 3 sc

RND 16: 44 sc, 3 inc, 44 sc, 3 inc

RND 17: 100 sc

RND 18: 33 sc, (1 hdc, 2 hdc in one stitch)*3, 44 sc, (1 hdc, 2 hdc in one stitch)*3

RND 19: 1 inc, 104 sc, 1 inc

RND 20: (17 sc, 1 inc)*6

RND 21-30: 114 sc

RND 31: (17 sc, 1 dec)*6

RND 32-33: 108 sc

RND 34: (8 sc, 1 dec, 8 sc)*6

RND 35-37: 102 sc

RND 38: (15 sc, 1 dec)*6

RND 39-40: 96 sc

RND 41: (7 sc, 1 dec, 7 sc)*6

RND 42-43: 90 sc

RND 44: (13 sc, 1 dec)*6

RND 45-47: 84 sc

RND 48: (6 sc, 1 dec, 6 sc)*6

RND 49-50: 78 sc

RND 51: (11 sc, 1 dec)*6

Add hand crochet.

RND 52: 12 sc, 8 sc (hand), 28 sc, 8 sc (hand), 16 sc

RND 53: 13 sc, 7 sc, 28 sc, 7 sc, 17 sc

RND 54: (5 sc, 1 dec, 5 sc)*6

RND 55-56: 66 sc

RND 57: (5 sc, 1 inc, 5 sc)*6

RND 58-59: 72 sc

RND 60: (11 sc, 1 inc)*6

RND 61: 78 sc

RND 62: (11 sc, 1 dec)*6

RND 63: 72 sc

RND 64: (5 sc, 1 dec, 5 sc)*6

RND 65: (9 sc, 1 dec)*6

RND 66: (4 sc, 1 dec, 4 sc)*6

RND 67: (7 sc, 1 dec)*6

RND 68: (3 sc, 1 dec, 3 sc)*6

RND 69: (5 sc, 1 dec)*6

RND 70: (2 sc, 1 dec, 2 sc)*6

RND 71: (3 sc, 1 dec)*6

Filling.

RND 72: (1 sc, 1 dec, 1 sc)*6

RND 73: (1 sc, 1 dec)*6

RND 74: 6 dec

Fasten off and weave in end.

Ear (x2)

Make with green color

RND 1: 6 ch, start crocheting from the penultimate stitch, 4 sc, 3 sc in one stitch, 3 sc, 1 inc

RND 2: 1 inc, 3 sc, 3 inc, 3 sc, 2 inc

RND 3-5: 18 sc

Fasten off and leave long end for sewing.

Nose

Make with green color

RND 1: MR 6 sc

RND 2: 6 inc

RND 3: 3 inc, 6 sc, 3 inc

RND 4: 18 sc

RND 5: (1 sc, 1 inc)*3, 6 sc, (1 sc, 1 inc)*6

Filling. Fasten off and leave long end for sewing.

Leaf (x2)

Make with green color

RND 1: MR 6 sc

RND 2: 6 inc

RND 3: (1 sc, 1 inc)*6

RND 4-5: 18 sc

RND 6: (2 sc, 1 inc)*6

RND 7: 24 sc

RND 8: (2 sc, 1 dec)*6

RND 9: 18 sc

RND 10: (1 sc, 1 dec)*6

RND 11: 6 dec

Wrap the shaping wire with wire to the appropriate length and thickness, and then glue the stem and leaves together.

Hair

Make with green color

RND 1: 12 ch, connect end to end to form a ring.

RND 2: 12 sc

RND 3: (1 sc, 1 inc)*6

RND 4: (3 ch, start crocheting from the penultimate stitch, 1 ss, 1 sc, 1 sk, 1 ss), repeat crochet to end.

Hat

Make with blue & white color

Make with blue color

RND 1: MR 6 sc

RND 2: (1 sc, 1 inc)*3

RND 3: 9 sc

RND 4: (1 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc)*3

RND 5: (3 sc, 1 inc)*3

RND 6: (2 sc, 1 inc, 2 sc)*6

RND 7: 18 sc

RND 8: (5 sc, 1 inc)*3

Change to white color

RND 9: (3 ch, 1 sc)*21

Fasten off and leave long end for sewing.

Assembly

Sew the above sections to the top of the head.

Glue the eye and nose accessories to the appropriate locations on the head and nose.

Embroider the tongue and mouth with black and pink thread on nose.

Use pink blush to paint some red decorations on the feet, hands, ears, leaves, and cheeks.