Meet Bumble the Bee, a delightful amigurumi creation from Sweet Oddity Art that’s ready to bring sunshine to your crochet projects! With his cheerful rainbow stripes, tiny crown, and embroidered smile, this 11-inch buzzing buddy is perfect for brightening nurseries, gifting to nature lovers, or adding whimsy to your handmade collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern helps you master:
- Colorwork techniques with 7 vibrant yarn shades
- Shaping skills for wings, antennae, and that adorable stinger
- Creative assembly for maximum personality
Using worsted weight yarn and a 3.25mm hook, Bumble works up into a sturdy yet cuddly companion. Let’s get ready to create some pollinator magic!
Quick Look
Materials
- Yarn (Worsted Weight #4):
- Color A: Yellow (50g)
- Colors B-G: Purple, Blue, Green, Orange, Pink, Light Blue (25-50g each)
- Hook: 3.25mm (D hook)
- Safety eyes: 12mm
- Oval nose: 14mm (or embroider one)
- Other supplies:
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Black & white embroidery thread
- Pipe cleaners (optional, for antennae)
- Tapestry needle & scissors
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- mr: Magic ring
- ch: Chain
- sc: Single crochet
- sl st: Slip stitch
- dc: Double crochet
- inc: Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
- dec: Decrease (sc 2 together)
- inc3: 3 sc in same stitch
- BLO: Back loop only
Finished Size
Approximately 11 inches tall.
Pattern Instructions
Head (Yellow Yarn)
- Start with 6 sc in magic ring, increasing to 48 sts by Round 8.
- Place safety eyes between Rounds 12-13 (10 stitches apart).
- Add oval nose between Rounds 13-14.
- Decrease gradually from Round 15, stuffing firmly.
Body (Rainbow Stripes)
- Begin with purple (Color B), transitioning through blue, green, etc.
- Create tapered shape with strategic decreases.
Special Features
- Wings (Light Blue): Make 4 pieces, crochet together for durability.
- Stinger (Purple): Small tapered piece for back.
- Crown (Pink): Adorned with 6 decorative points.
Assembly
- Attach head to body, adding stuffing to neck.
- Sew antennae between Rounds 6-8 (insert pipe cleaners for poseability).
- Position arms at sides (angled forward).
- Add legs to bottom, wings to back, and crown atop head.
- Embroider details:
- Cheeks with blush or pink thread
- Eyebrows and smile with black thread
Tips for Success
- Color transitions: Carry yarn up sides when switching colors.
- Wing construction: Layer pieces before final stitching.
- Stuffing: Pack body firmly, keep wings/antennae lightly stuffed.
- Nose alternatives: Embroider if safety nose isn’t available.
Final Thoughts
Bumble the Bee is more than a crochet project—he’s a burst of handmade joy! Customize his colors to match wildflower hues or create a whole hive of unique bees. However you make him, his cheerful personality is sure to delight.
