Free Teddy Bear Crochet Pattern (Easy Amigurumi for Beginners)
This free Teddy Bear Crochet pattern is an easy amigurumi project designed for beginners who want a simple, soft toy that actually turns out right.
Made using basic stitches and step-by-step construction, this pattern creates a classic teddy bear perfect for gifts, keepsakes, or selling at markets.
What Is an Easy Teddy Bear Crochet Pattern?
This teddy bear crochet pattern is a step-by-step guide that shows you how to create a soft toy using yarn, basic stitches, and simple shaping techniques.
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Most designs, including this free teddy bear crochet pattern, use amigurumi methods where the pieces are worked in the round, stuffed, and then assembled. And I have included some crochet tips to create neat stitching.
Typically, a crochet teddy bear is made in separate parts head, body, arms, legs, and ears which are sewn together at the end to form the finished toy.
This gives you full control over shaping and positioning, whether you want your teddy sitting, standing, or slightly posed.
Why This Free Crochet Teddy Bear Pattern Works
This is a classic, no-fuss teddy bear design that focuses on what actually works in real life not overly complicated shaping or tricky construction.
- Made in separate pieces, making it easier to manage and assemble
- Simple structure that suits beginners but still flexible for experienced crocheters
- Can be customised depending on yarn, stuffing, and finishing
If you’re more experienced and prefer a seamless look, you can join the arms and legs as you crochet.
The video tutorial below is included to guide you through connecting the limbs smoothly. Only if you are confident in connecting limbs and working continuously on the pattern. Beginners, I highly suggest sewing the parts on.
This flexibility is what makes this pattern reliable you can follow it step-by-step or adapt it to your own style.
Pattern Notes
- This teddy bear can be made using any suitable yarn with the correct hook size for that yarn
- Using chenille or plush yarn will create a bulkier, softer teddy
- Using smoother yarn (like standard acrylic or cotton) gives a more defined stitch finish, like the grey teddy shown
- The final look depends heavily on how you stuff and shape your teddy
- The teddy is worked in separate pieces and then sewn together, allowing you to position it sitting or standing
- The pattern uses single crochet and i suggest the yarn under single crochet method for a tighter, neater stitch
What Is the Yarn Under Stitch?
The yarn under stitch is a simple variation of single crochet used in amigurumi to create tighter, neater stitches.
Simply put, use yarn under for the first pull, through instead of the yarn over, then finish with a normal yarn over.
In a standard single crochet, you yarn over the hook.
In this method, you yarn under the hook for the first pull-through.
The result is a tighter fabric with smaller holes and a clean “X” shaped stitch exactly what you want when making toys like this free teddy bear crochet pattern.
Why Use Yarn Under for a Crochet Teddy Bear?
When making soft toys, stitch quality matters more than anything. The yarn under stitch method is Also shown in the video above for joining the limbs
The BEST Stitch for crocheting toys is the yarn under method:
- Keep stuffing from showing through
- Create a firmer, more structured teddy
- Give a smoother, more professional finish
- Improve stitch consistency across the whole project
This is especially important for amigurumi, where loose stitches can ruin the final look.
Step-by-Step: Yarn Under Single Crochet
- Insert your hook into the next stitch
- Bring the yarn under the hook (front to back)
- Pull up a loop (2 loops on hook)
- Yarn over
- Pull through both loops
That’s it! The same stitch, just one small change.
Step-by-Step: Invisible Yarn Under Decrease
Professional tip for Decreasing whilst crocheting Toys and amigurumi is the invisible decrease
**Working in the Front loops only + yarn under first pull***
Here’s exactly how to do it using the yarn under method:
- Insert hook into the FRONT LOOP of the next stitch
- (only the loop closest to you)
- Insert hook into the FRONT LOOP of the following stitch
- You now have 3 loops on your hook.
- Yarn UNDER (not over)
- Bring the yarn under the hook from front to back.
- Pull through both front loops
- You’ll now have 2 loops on your hook.
- Yarn overFinish like normal.
- Pull through both loops
Using the invisible decrease method leaves No gaps between stitches, no bulky “bump” from traditional decreases, keeps your teddy looking smooth and evenly shaped
Teddy Bear Pattern INSTRUCTIONS start HERE
Now that you’ve mastered the stitch, continue with the full free teddy bear crochet pattern below and apply this method for a cleaner, more professional finish.
Materials
To make this free teddy bear crochet pattern, you’ll need:
- Yarn (any suitable yarn weight)
Bulky yarn or double strand DK for a larger teddy
Chenille/plush yarn for a soft, chunky finish
Smooth acrylic or cotton for a more defined stitch look - Crochet hook – Use the appropriate size for your yarn (example: 3.5 mm for DK held double)
- poly-fil Polyester toy stuffing
- Yarn needle (for sewing pieces together)
- Black yarn (for embroidering nose and mouth)
- Safety eyes (optional)
For baby-safe toys, embroider the eyes instead
Yarn Notes (Worth Knowing Before You Start)
- Your yarn choice will completely change the final look of your teddy
- Chenille yarn = soft, plush, cuddly teddy
- Standard yarn = more structured, classic finish (like the grey teddy shown)
- Using tighter stitches (like yarn under) helps prevent stuffing from showing through
There’s no “wrong” yarn here just different results depending on the look you want.
Abbreviations (US Terms)
This pattern is written using standard US crochet terms.
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- inc – increase (2 sc in same stitch)
- dec – decrease (sc2tog)
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- sl st – slip stitch
- rep – repeat
- MR – magic ring
Stitch Notes
How to make a teddy bear by Crochet
- You don NOT NEED to know a magic circle to croche thtis teddy.
- The pattern is worked in continuous rounds unless stated otherwise
- Use a stitch marker to keep track of your rounds
- The yarn under single crochet method is recommended for tighter stitches and a cleaner finish
- Stuff your teddy as you go for best shaping results
- Leave long yarn tail at the end of each section to be able to use it to sew onto the teddy
START Teddy Bear
Arms (Make 2)
Rnd 1: Ch2, Make 6 sc into the first chain on the hook (pull to close) Place Marker in first stitch for the beginning of the round and move up each round.
Rnd 2: work 2 sc in each st around, (12)
Rnd 3: work 2sc in nxt st, sc in nx st repeat around (18)
Rnd 4: Sc in each st around (18)
Rnd 5: Sc in each of nxt 8 sts, 2sc in each of nxt 2 sts, sc in each of nxt 8 sts, (20)
Rnd 6: Sc in nxt 8 sts, (sc2tog) twice, sc in each of nxt 8 sts (18)
Rnd 7: Sc in nxt 7 sts, (sc2tog) twice, sc in each of nxt 7 sts (16)
Rnd 8: Sc in nxt 6 sts, (sc2tog) twice, sc in each of nxt 6 sts, (14)
Rnd 9: – Rnd 15: Sc in each st around.
Fasten off, (Repeat for second Arm)
Legs (Make 2)
Rnd 1: Ch2, Make 6 sc into the first chain on the hook (pull to close) Place Marker in the first stitch for the beginning of the round and move up each round.
Rnd 2: work 2 sc in each st around, (12)
Rnd 3: work 2sc in nxt st, sc in nx st repeat around (18)
Rnd 4: *2sc in nxt st, sc in each of nxt 2 sts, repeat from * around (24)
Rnd 5 – Rnd 7: Sc in each stitch around.
Rnd 8: Sc in nxt 10sts, (sc2tog) twice, sc in each of nxt 10 sts (22)
Rnd 9: Sc in nxt 9sts, (sc2tog) twice, sc in each of nxt 9 sts (20)
Rnd 10: Sc in nxt 8sts, (sc2tog) twice, sc in each of nxt 8 sts (18)
Rnd 11- Rnd 18: SC in each st around. Fasten Off. Repeat for second leg
Head:
Rnd 1: Ch2, Make 6 sc into the first chain on the hook (pull to close). Place a Marker in the first stitch at the beginning of each round and move up each round.
Rnd 2: work 2 sc in each st around, (12)
Rnd 3: work 2sc in nxt st, sc in nx st repeat around (18)
Rnd 4: work 2sc in nxt st, sc in nx 2sts repeat around (24)
Rnd 5: work 2sc in nxt st, sc in nx 3sts repeat around (30)
Rnd 6: work 2sc in nxt st, sc in nx 4sts repeat around (36)
Rnd 7 to Rnd 14: Sc in each stitch around (36)
Rnd 15: sc2tog, sc in nxt 4 stst repeat around (30)
Rnd 16: sc2tog, sc in nxt 3 sts repeat around ( 24)
Rnd 17: sc2tog, sc in nxt 2 sts repeat around ( 18)
Fasten Off
NOSE/Muzzle:
Rnd 1: Ch2, Make 6 sc into the first chain on the hook (pull to close) Place Marker in first stitch for the beginning of the round and move up each round.
Rnd 2: work 2 sc in each st around, (12)
Rnd 3: work 2sc in nxt st, sc in nx st repeat around (18)
Rnd 4: and Rnd 5: Sc in each st around (18)
Fasten off, Leave a long tail for sewing onto position on head
Body:
Rnd 1: Ch2, Make 6 sc into the first chain on the hook (pull to close) Place Marker in first stitch for the beginning of round and move up each round.
Rnd 2: starting in the next st, work 2 sc in each st around, (12)
Rnd 3: work 2sc in nxt st, sc in nx st repeat around (18)
Rnd 4: work 2sc in nxt st, sc in nx 2sts repeat around (24)
Rnd 5: work 2sc in nxt st, sc in nx 3sts repeat around (30)
Rnd 6: work 2sc in nxt st, sc in nx 4sts repeat around (36)
Rnd 7: 2sc in st, sc in each of nxt 5 sts, rep around (42)
Rnd 8: Rnd 17: Sc in each st around (42)
Rnd 18: Sc2tog, sc in nxt 17 sts, (sc2tog) TWICE, sc in each of nxt 17 sts, sc2tog ( 38)
Rnd 19: Sc2tog, sc in nxt 15 sts, (sc2tog) TWICE, sc in each of nxt 15 sts, sc2tog ( 34)
Rnd 20: Sc2tog, sc in nxt 13 sts, (sc2tog) TWICE, sc in each of nxt 13 sts, sc2tog ( 30)
Rnd 21: Sc2tog, sc in nxt 11 sts, (sc2tog) TWICE, sc in each of nxt 11 sts, sc2tog ( 26)
Rnd 22: Sc2tog, sc in nxt 9 sts, (sc2tog) TWICE, sc in each of nxt 9 sts, sc2tog ( 22)
Rnd 23: Sc2tog, sc in nxt 7 sts, (sc2tog) TWICE, sc in each of nxt 7 sts, sc2tog ( 18)
Fasten Off
EARS: (Make 2)
Rnd 1: Ch2, Make 6 sc into the first chain on the hook (pull to close). Place a Marker in the first stitch at the beginning of the round, then move up each round.
Rnd 2: work 2 sc in each st around, (12)
Rnd 3: work 2sc in nxt st, sc in nx st repeat around (18)
Rnd 4 and Rnd 5: Sc in each st around. (18)
Rnd 6: *Sc2tog, sc in nxt st, rep from *around (12)
Assemble the Body
- Stuff the body firmly and evenly
- Sew the head securely onto the body, making sure it sits straight
Attach the Legs
- Stuff the legs and sew them onto the base of the body
For a sitting teddy bear:
- Only stuff the legs halfway
- Flatten the last few rounds
- Sew the top of legs FLAT to the underside of the body
This helps the teddy sit naturally and keeps it balanced.
Attach the Arms
- Stuff the arms lightly
- Position evenly on each side of the body
- Sew securely in place
I then like to attach the muzzle/Nose into position to ensure everything is centered,
Nose & Facial Features
- Lightly stuff the nose/ snout with polyfil and sew it securely into position on the centre of the face
- Using black yarn, embroider the nose and mouth (refer to the image for placement and shape)
- Attach safety eyes, positioning them evenly on either side of the nose
For baby-safe toys, embroider the eyes instead of using safety eyes
Attach the Ears
- Sew the ears onto the top sides of the top of the head
- Check placement from the front before securing fully to keep them even
Is this free teddy bear crochet pattern suitable for beginners?
Yes, this free teddy bear crochet pattern is beginner-friendly, as long as you know the basics like single crochet, increases, and decreases. The teddy is made in simple pieces and sewn together, making it easier to manage than more advanced one-piece designs.
What yarn is best for a crochet teddy bear?
You can use any yarn suitable for this pattern.
The best yarn depends on the look and feel you want for your finished teddy.
- Chenille or plush yarn creates a soft, chunky teddy
- Standard acrylic or cotton yarn gives a more defined stitch finish
Do I have to sew the pieces together?
This pattern is designed to be made in separate pieces and sewn together. However, if you are more experienced, you can join the arms and legs as you go using the video above if you are confident in your skills
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