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Comprehensive Crochet Pattern Bear Instructions: Bring an Adorable Teddy to Life with Homeartist Designs

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Welcome to the enchanting world of crochet, where yarn and creativity intertwine to bring forth charming creations. In this comprehensive guide, we present to you the Crochet Pattern Bear Instructions by Homeartist Designs, tailored for both beginners and seasoned crocheters alike. Join us on a delightful journey as we unravel the secrets of crocheting an adorable teddy bear, complete with step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and captivating images to inspire your imagination.

Crochet Pattern: BEAR instructions by HomeArtist Designs

by Barb Asselin

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Language	:	English
File size	:	1184 KB
Print length	:	292 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

Materials You'll Need

Before embarking on your crocheting adventure, gather the essential materials listed below:

- Medium-weight yarn (worsted weight) in your desired color - Crochet hook (size recommended on yarn label) - Yarn needle - Scissors - Stuffing material (polyester fiberfill or cotton balls) - Embroidery floss or yarn for details (e.g., nose, eyes, mouth)

Step-by-Step Crochet Pattern Bear Instructions

Part 1: Crocheting the Head

1. Begin by making a magic ring. 2. Chain 2 (counts as a double crochet). 3. Work 6 double crochets (dc) into the ring. 4. Pull the ring tight to form a circle. 5. Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the first dc.

Part 2: Increasing for the Head

1. Round 2: Chain 2, work 2 dc in each dc around. (12 dc) 2. Round 3: Chain 2, *dc in the next dc, 2 dc in the next dc*. Repeat * around. (18 dc) 3. Round 4: Chain 2, *dc in the next 2 dc, 2 dc in the next dc*. Repeat * around. (24 dc) 4. Round 5: Chain 2, *dc in the next 3 dc, 2 dc in the next dc*. Repeat * around. (30 dc)

Part 3: Shaping the Head

1. Round 6: Chain 2, *dc in the next 4 dc, 2 dc in the next dc*. Repeat * around. (36 dc) 2. Round 7-11: Chain 2, dc in each dc around. (36 dc) 3. Round 12: Chain 2, *dc in the next 5 dc, 2 dc in the next dc*. Repeat * around. (42 dc) 4. Round 13-16: Chain 2, dc in each dc around. (42 dc) 5. Round 17: Chain 2, *dc in the next 6 dc, 2 dc in the next dc*. Repeat * around. (48 dc)

Part 4: Finishing the Head

1. Round 18-21: Chain 2, dc in each dc around. (48 dc) 2. Stuff the head lightly with filling. 3. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. 4. Use the yarn needle to sew the head closed.

Part 5: Crocheting the Body

1. Make a magic ring. 2. Chain 2, work 6 dc into the ring. 3. Pull the ring tight to form a circle. 4. Join with a sl st to the first dc.

Part 6: Increasing for the Body

1. Round 2: Chain 2, 2 dc in each dc around. (12 dc) 2. Round 3: Chain 2, *dc in the next dc, 2 dc in the next dc*. Repeat * around. (18 dc) 3. Round 4: Chain 2, *dc in the next 2 dc, 2 dc in the next dc*. Repeat * around. (24 dc) 4. Round 5: Chain 2, *dc in the next 3 dc, 2 dc in the next dc*. Repeat * around. (30 dc)

Part 7: Shaping the Body

Part 8: Finishing the Body

1. Round 18-21: Chain 2, dc in each dc around. (48 dc) 2. Stuff the body lightly with filling. 3. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. 4. Use the yarn needle to sew the body closed.