A crochet teddy bear makes a wonderful handmade gift for babies, children, friends, or anyone who loves cute crochet projects. With soft yarn and simple crochet stitches, you can create an adorable stuffed bear at home.

What You’ll Need

• Soft worsted-weight or plush yarn
• Crochet hook
• Stuffing
• Safety eyes or black embroidery thread
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

How to Crochet Teddy Bear

Step 1: Crochet the Head

Start with a magic ring and work single crochet stitches into the center. Continue crocheting in rounds while gradually increasing the number of stitches.

Once the head reaches the desired width, crochet several rounds without increases to create the shape.

Step 2: Add the Face

Before completely closing the head, attach the safety eyes and embroider a small nose and mouth. If making the bear for a young child, embroidered facial features are a safer option than plastic safety eyes.

Step 3: Add the Stuffing

Begin adding small amounts of stuffing while closing the head. Keep the stuffing evenly distributed so the teddy bear remains round and soft.

Step 4: Crochet the Body

Create another magic ring and crochet the body in continuous rounds. Increase near the bottom to give the body a slightly wider shape, then continue with several rounds of single crochet.

Stuff the body before closing it.

Step 5: Make the Arms and Legs

Crochet four small pieces for the arms and legs. Stuff them lightly and sew them securely onto the body.

Step 6: Add the Ears

Create two small rounded ears using single crochet stitches. Sew them to the top of the head and position them evenly.

Finishing Your Teddy Bear

Use a yarn needle to sew all the pieces securely together. You can also add a small crochet bow, scarf, or sweater to personalize your teddy bear.

Try making teddy bears in different colors and sizes for a cute handmade collection.