Free Small Teddy Bear Amigurumi Pattern for Cute Crochet Gifts
Designer: Crochet by Mette
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Difficulty Level: Beginner
A sweet handmade moment starts with a tiny and lovable crochet bear.
Create something adorable with this free small teddy bear amigurumi pattern designed by crochetbymette. With its soft shape and simple details, this cute crochet animal is perfect for a handmade gift idea, nursery decor, or a cozy crochet toy. Its compact size makes it a great small crochet project for relaxing sessions, and we sincerely thank crochetbymette for sharing this lovely design. You’ll also find more charming teddy bear amigurumi ideas waiting at the end of the pattern.
Scroll down to explore the full pattern and start stitching whenever you’re ready.
This is a beginner-friendly amigurumi pattern using basic stitches and easy shaping. It works up quickly, making it a perfect quick crochet project for weekends. If you enjoy playful designs, you might also love the robot amigurumi, which adds a fun twist to creative collections.
The design uses soft yarn with a 4 mm hook for a clean and balanced finish, while simple tools complete the process. You may also enjoy the tiny lion amigurumi as another quick and colorful idea from a different style.
You’ll notice how this small teddy bear builds with simple and clever steps.
Materials:
• Yarn:
▸ Brown
▸ Light pink
▸ Dark red
• 4 mm crochet hook
• 14–18 mm safety eyes
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Stitch markers
• Needle for sewing parts
• Scissors
Abbreviations:
st – stitch
sl st- slip stitch
ch – chain
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
Dc-double crochet
dec – decrease
tr cr -treble crochet
HOW TO MAKE A CUTE SMALL TEDDY BEAR AMIGURUMI YOU’LL WANT TO MAKE
Head and Body
Crochet hook with light brown yarn or a body color by choice.
R1. 6 sc in MR (6)
R2. inc 6x (12)
R3. (1sc,inc)6x (18)
R4. (2sc,inc)6x (24)
R5. (3sc,inc)6x (30)
R6. (4sc,inc)6x (36)
R7. (5sc,inc)6x (42)
R8-13. sc in each (42) (6 rounds)
R14. (dec,5sc)6x (36)
R15. (4sc,dec)6x (30)
R16. in the BLO: sc in each (30)
Assemble safety eyes between R10-R11 with 6 stitches in between.
Stuff as you go.
Switch to light pink yarn.
R17-18. sc in each (30) (2 rounds)
Switch to dark red yarn.
R19-20. sc in each (30) (2 rounds)
Switch to light pink yarn.
R21-22. sc in each (30) (2 rounds)
Switch to light brown yarn.
R23. in the BLO: sc in each (30)
R24. (4sc,dec)5x (25)
R25. (3sc,dec)5x (20)
R26. dec 10x (10)
R27. dec,5x (5), FO, leave a tail and cut yarn. Sew the bottom closed.
Ears x2
Crochet with light brown yarn or a body color by choice.
R1. 6 sc in the MR (6)
R2. inc x6 (12)
R3. sc in each (12)
You can crochet one more round of sc in each if you want the ears to be a bit bigger (I did 2 rounds).
R4. Don’t stuff, fold and crochet 6 sc across (6),FO, leave a tail and cut yarn. Sew the ears onto the head between R3-7.
Arms x2
Crochet with light brown yarn or a body color by choice.
R1. 6 sc in the MR (6)
R2. inc 6x (12)
R3. sc in each (12)
Switch to light pink yarn.
R4. sc in each (12)
Switch to dark red yarn.
R5. sc in each (12)
Stuff as you go.
Swith to light pink yarn.
R6. (2sc,dec)3x (9)
R7. sc in each (9)
R8. Fold and crochet 4 sc across. FO, leave tail for sewing and cut yarn.
Sew the arms onto the body between R17-20.
Legs x2
Crochet with light brown yarn.
R1. 6 sc in the MR (6)
R2. 6 inc (12)
R3. (1sc,inc)x6 (18)
R4. in the BLO: sc in each (18)
R5. sc in each (18)
R6. (1sc,dec) (12) Stuff, FO, leave a tail for sewing and cut yarn.
Sew the legs onto the body between R20-24.
Nose
Make sure your tension is not too tight.
Crochet with light brown yarn or a body color by choice.
R1. Chain 4, 2nd ch. of your hook: 1 inc, 2 sc other side of the chain: 1 inc, 1sc, 1 slst and fasten off. Leave a tail for sewing and cut yarn.
Sew the nose onto the head between R11-13.
Face Details
Sew with white yarn around the eyes.
Sew on a T shape with black yarn on his nose.
Sew with pink yarn cheeks under the eyes.
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Soft and cozy crochet bear designs are a timeless handmade gift idea that fits many occasions. If you’re wondering who is this for, these adorable bears are great for kids, baby showers, or anyone who enjoys soft handmade toys. Their simple shapes and plush texture make them a perfect gift, and it’s easy to see why people love this style—warm colors, cute details, and a comforting look that always stands out.
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