Honey Bear

Honey Bear is a soft and cuddly crochet teddy bear designed with chunky yarn for a quick, satisfying make. With his oversized paws, tiny ears, and perfectly round belly, Honey Bear is full of timeless charm and ready to become a treasured keepsake. Whether you’re creating a thoughtful baby shower gift, a nursery companion, or a handmade friend to cherish for years to come, this beginner-friendly pattern creates a plush bear that’s as fun to crochet as it is to cuddle.

The pattern also includes an optional shirt modification, giving you the choice to crochet Honey Bear with or without a cozy shirt.

Finished Size

• Approximately 11 inches (28 cm) tall when made with the recommended materials.
• Finished size may vary depending on yarn choice and individual tension.

Gauge

• 10 sc × 11 rounds = 4” × 4” (10 × 10 cm)
• Worked in continuous rounds using a 7 mm hook and super bulky (Size 6) yarn.
• Gauge is not critical for amigurumi but will affect the finished size.

Materials

• 7 mm crochet hook
• Super bulky (Size 6) yarn
• Polyester fiberfill
• 12 mm safety eyes (embroidered eyes are recommended for children under 3 years)
• Stitch markers
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Yarn Requirements

Bear

• Approximately 60 yards of main color
• Sample shown in Loops & Threads Demi Purl – Mojave Desert

Optional Shirt

• Approximately 30 yards of contrasting color
• Sample shown in Bernat Blanket – Terracotta

Pattern Features

• Written in US crochet terminology
• Beginner-friendly
• Worked in continuous rounds
• Step-by-step instructions with helpful photos
• Includes an optional shirt modification

Honey Bear is part of the Lavender North Littles Collection—a series of heirloom-inspired crochet patterns designed to create timeless handmade keepsakes that bring comfort, warmth, and joy for years to come.