Free Tiny Teddy Bear Amigurumi Pattern
Introduction
Say hello to this adorable tiny teddy bear—a perfect crochet project for beginners! This quick and easy amigurumi pattern is great for those just starting out. The finished bear stands approximately 7 cm (2.7 inches) tall, making it a cute and compact handmade gift.
Materials Needed
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Yarn: Alize Bella, 100% cotton (50 g / 180 m)
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Crochet Hook: 1.5 mm
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Eyes: 2 mm glass beads
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Embroidery Floss: Black (for facial features)
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Blush: Pink dry pastel crayon
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Notions: Sewing needle, scissors
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Stuffing: Fiberfill
Abbreviations (US Terms)
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R – Round/Row
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mc – Magic Circle
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ch – Chain
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sc – Single Crochet
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inc – Increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
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dec – Decrease (single crochet 2 stitches together)
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F.o. – Finish Off
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( ) – Total number of stitches in the round
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(*) x 6 – Repeat instructions inside the parentheses 6 times
🧸 Tiny Teddy Bear Crochet Pattern
Head
- R 1: 6 sc in mc (6)
- R 2: inc*6 (12)
- R 3: (1 sc, inc) *6 (18)
- R 4: (2 sc, inc) *6 (24)
- R 5: (3 sc, inc) *6 (30)
- R 6: (4 sc, inc) *6 (36)
- R 7-12: 36 sc (6 rows)
- R 13: (4 sc, dec) *6 (30)
- R 14: (3 sc, dec) *6 (24)
- R 15: (2 sc, dec) *6 (18)
- R 16: (1 sc, dec) *6 (12)
- R 17: dec*6 (6)
F.o. (Finish Off)
Legs (Make 2)
- R 1: 6 sc in mc (6)
- R 2: inc*6 (12)
- R 3-5: 12 sc (3 rows)
Do not cut the yarn after finishing the second leg. - R 6: From the second leg: 2 ch, join with the first leg.
12 sc on the first leg, 2 ch, 12 sc on the second leg (28) - R 7-11: 28 sc (5 rows)
(1 sc, dec) repeat to the end, closing the hole.
F.o. and leave a long tail for sewing. - Sew up the hole between the legs.
Sew the feet together with a few stitches.
Arms (Make 2)
- R 1: 6 sc in mc (6)
- R 2-6: 6 sc (5 rows)
F.o. and leave a long tail for sewing.
Ears (Make 2)
- R 1: 6 sc in mc (6)
- R 2: 6 sc
F.o. and leave a long tail for sewing.
Bow
- Make 4 ch.
- R 1: From the 2nd ch from hook: 3 sc, 1 turning chain
- R 2-5: 3 sc, 1 turning chain (4 rows)
- R 6: 3 sc
F.o.
Wrap the middle of the bow with yarn a couple of times and sew it to the head.
✨ Final Touches
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Embroider the nose, mouth, and eyebrows using black embroidery floss.
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Blush the cheeks using a pink dry pastel crayon or soft makeup blush for a cute finishing touch.
Conclusion
Your tiny teddy bear is complete and ready to bring a smile to someone’s face! This beginner-friendly pattern is a great little project that makes a sweet gift, keychain, or desk companion. We hope you enjoyed making it—don’t forget to share your teddy bear with us!