How to Crochet Didi the Bear

Introducing Didi the Bear, the adorable crochet creation that is sure to steal your heart! With its soft and cuddly texture, Didi is the perfect companion for both children and adults alike. Crafted with love and attention to detail, this crochet bear is a true work of art. Get ready to fall in love with Didi the Bear, a charming crochet masterpiece that will bring joy and warmth to your life.

Materials Needed

To make Didi the bear, I used a 3 mm crochet hook, 10 mm eyes, a tapestry needle, and light DK yarn in the main color (about 35 g), a little pink, and dark brown.

The bear will be approximately 13 cm / 5.1 inches tall.

Abbreviations

(U.S.):

• R: round
• mr: magic ring
• ch: chain
• sl st: slip stitch
• sc: single crochet
• inc: increase
• dec: decrease
• **: repeat to the end of round
• [...] total stitches at the end of round

Head Instructions

Head

With main bear color:

R1: 6 sc in mr
R2: *sc inc* [12]
R3: *1 sc, sc inc* [18]
R4: *2 sc, sc inc* [24]
R5: *3 sc, sc inc* [30]
R6: *4 sc, sc inc* [36]
R7: *5 sc, sc inc* [42]
R8-14: 42 sc [42]
R15: *5 sc, sc dec* [36]
R16: *4 sc, sc dec* [30]
Place eyes between R12-13, leaving six stitches between them.
R17: *3 sc, sc dec* [24]
R18: *2 sc, sc dec* [18]
R19: *1 sc, sc dec* [12]
R20: *sc dec* [6]

Embroider a "T" with dark brown color to make a nose between R13-16. For the rosy cheeks, make a horizontal line between R13-14 with pink.

Ears

Make two.

With main bear color:

R1: 7 sc in mr
R2: *sc inc* [14]
R3-4: 14 sc [14]

Break yarn leaving enough for sewing. Sew between R2-8 of the head.

Body Instructions

Body

With main bear color:

R1: 6 sc in mr
R2: *sc inc* [12]
R3: *1 sc, sc inc* [18]
R4: *2 sc, sc inc* [24]
R5: *3 sc, sc inc* [30]
R6-8: 30 sc [30]
R9: *3 sc, sc dec* [24]
R10-11: 24 sc [24]
R12: *2 sc, sc dec* [18]
R13: 18 sc [18]

Break yarn leaving enough for sewing.

Arms Instructions

Lightly stuff at the beginning. Make two.

With main bear color:

R1: 5 sc in mr
R2: *sc inc* [10]
R3-5: 10 sc [10]
R6: *3 sc, sc dec* [8]
R7-8: 8 sc [8]
R9: *2 sc, sc dec* [6]
R10: 1 ch, turn, flatten the piece, and close it up working 3 sc.

Break yarn leaving enough for sewing. Sew the arms on the sides of the body between R12-13.

Legs Instructions

Lightly stuff only at the beginning. Make two.

With main bear color:

R1: 6 sc in mr
R2: *sc inc* [12]
R3-5: 12 sc [12]
R6: *4 sc, sc dec* [10]
R7-8: 10 sc [10]
R9: 1 ch, turn, flatten the piece, and close it up working 5 sc.

Break yarn leaving enough for sewing. Sew the legs on the sides of the body between R3-8.

Now, you can sew the head to the body.