Plush Winter Bear Crochet Pattern: Step-by-Step Amigurumi Tutorial

ByLina Morgen

Adorable Plush Winter Bear Crochet Pattern: A Step-by-Step Amigurumi Tutorial

There is nothing quite as cozy as a handmade plushie, especially one designed for the chilly winter months! If you are looking for your next amigurumi project, this adorable Pink Winter Bear is the perfect choice. With its chunky, soft texture and charming accessories—including a tiny blue scarf and a little fish-shaped bag—this bear is bound to become a favorite for nursery decor or a sweet gift for a loved one.

This pattern is designed with beginners in mind. We will be using plush, chenille-style yarn, which makes the project work up quickly and results in a squishy, huggable friend. Grab your hook, find a cozy spot, and let’s start making this little winter companion!

Materials and Abbreviations

To ensure your bear turns out just like the pictures, I recommend using high-quality plush yarn. The texture is key to that “kawaii” aesthetic!

Materials Needed:

  • Plush Yarn: Use a bulky or super bulky chenille-style yarn (similar to Himalaya Dolphin Baby). You will need Pink, White, Light Blue, Dark Pink, and a small amount of Red.
  • Crochet Hook: 4mm to 5mm (depending on your tension and yarn brand).
  • Safety Eyes: 12mm black safety eyes.
  • Fiberfill Stuffing: To make the bear firm and huggable.
  • Embroidery Thread: Black for the nose and mouth details.
  • Felt: Dark pink felt for the rosy cheeks.
  • Thin Regular Yarn: A small amount of red thin yarn for the tiny bow.
  • Notions: Stitch markers, scissors, and a large-eye tapestry needle.

US Crochet Abbreviations:

  • MR: Magic Ring
  • sc: Single crochet
  • inc: Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
  • dec: Invisible decrease
  • ch: Chain
  • sl st: Slip stitch
  • hdc: Half double crochet
  • dc: Double crochet
  • tr: Treble crochet
  • BLO: Back loop only
  • FLO: Front loop only
  • st(s): Stitch(es)

Step-by-Step Instructions

The Head

Use Pink yarn.

  1. MR, 8 sc (8)
  2. 8 inc (16)
  3. (1 sc, inc) * 8 (24)
  4. (3 sc, inc) * 6 (30)
  5. 2 sc, inc, (4 sc, inc) * 5, 2 sc (36)
  6. (5 sc, inc) * 6 (42)
  7. 3 sc, inc, (6 sc, inc) * 5, 3 sc (48)
  8. Rows 8-10: 48 sc (48)
  9. 14 sc, dec, 17 sc, dec, 13 sc (46)
  10. Switch to White yarn: 13 sc, 3 sc in one stitch, inc, 17 sc, inc, 3 hdc in one stitch, 12 sc (52)
  11. 1 sc, dec, 7 sc, dec, 30 sc, dec, 5 sc, dec, 1 sc (48)
  12. 3 sc, dec, (6 sc, dec) * 5, 3 sc (42)
  13. (5 sc, dec) * 6 (36)
  14. 2 sc, dec, (4 sc, dec) * 5, 2 sc (30)
  15. (3 sc, dec) * 6 (24)
  16. (6 sc, dec) * 3 (21)

Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing. Stuff the head firmly, making sure to add extra stuffing into the cheek areas to give them that cute, rounded look!

The Body

Use Pink yarn. We will start by making the legs and then join them.

Leg 1:

  1. MR, 5 sc (5)
  2. 5 inc (10)
  3. Rows 3-4: 10 sc (10)

Fasten off and leave a tail. Repeat the exact same steps for Leg 2.

Connecting the Legs and Body:

  1. Place the two legs side by side. Ch 3.
  2. Work 10 sc around Leg 1, 3 sc into the foundation chain, 10 sc around Leg 2, and 3 sc into the other side of the foundation chain (26)
  3. 4 sc, (sc, 2 inc) * 5, 7 sc (36)
  4. Rows 7-12: 36 sc (36)
  5. (4 sc, dec) * 6 (30)
  6. 30 sc (30)
  7. (3 sc, dec) * 6 (24)
  8. (6 sc, dec) * 3 (21)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing to the head. Stuff the body very firmly.

The Arms and Ears

Arms (Make 2): Use Pink yarn.

  1. MR, 4 sc (4)
  2. 4 inc (8)
  3. Rows 3-7: 8 sc (8)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Ears (Make 2): Use Pink yarn.

  1. MR, 5 sc (5)
  2. 5 inc (10)
  3. 10 sc (10)

Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing. Sew these onto the head between rows 6 and 8.

The Face Details

Nose: Use White yarn.

  1. Ch 8. Starting in the 2nd ch from hook: 6 sc, inc. Working on the other side of the chain: 5 sc, inc (15)
  2. inc, 5 sc, 3 inc, 5 sc, inc (20)
  3. 20 sc (20)

Fasten off, leaving a tail. Sew the nose between rows 11 and 14 of the head.

Cheeks: Use Dark Pink yarn.

  1. MR, 8 sc, sl st (8)

Fasten off. Sew these to the face between rows 11 and 13. You can also use dark pink felt circles if you prefer a flatter look.

The Accessories

The Scarf: Use Light Blue and White yarn.

  1. Ch 75.
  2. Starting in the 2nd ch from hook: 4 sc in light blue, 2 sc in white. Repeat this pattern all the way around the chain.

The Mini Bow: Use Red thin yarn.

  1. Ch 5. In the first ch, work: 3 dc, 4 ch, sl st. 4 ch, 3 dc, 4 ch, sl st.

Pull the center of the stitches to pinch it into a bow shape. Use the remaining yarn to tie it onto the fish bag.

The Fish Bag: Use Light Blue yarn.

  1. MR, 4 sc (4)
  2. 4 inc (8)
  3. (1 sc, inc) * 4 (12)
  4. Rows 4-5: 12 sc (12)
  5. (1 sc, dec) * 4 (8)
  6. 4 dec (4)
  7. 4 inc (8)

Fasten off and sew the long end to the bear’s head so it hangs like a little crossbody bag.

The Winter Hat: Use Blue and White yarn.

  1. MR, 4 sc (4)
  2. 4 inc (8)
  3. 8 sc (8)
  4. 4 dec (4)
  5. Switch to Blue: 4 inc (8)
  6. Color Change: (1 sc blue, 1 white inc) * 4 (12)
  7. (2 sc blue, inc) * 4 (16)
  8. Color Change: (3 sc white, inc) * 4 (20)
  9. (4 sc blue, inc) * 4 (24)
  10. 24 sc (24)
  11. White Trim: 24 FLO (hdc, sl st, 1 ch)

Finishing

Assembly is where the magic happens! Follow these steps for a professional look:

  1. Eyes: Place the 12mm safety eyes between rows 10 and 11 of the head. Make sure they are exactly 7 stitches apart and centered near the muzzle.
  2. Nose/Mouth: Sew the white nose on. Use black embroidery thread to stitch a small vertical line under the nose for the mouth.
  3. Sewing: Use a tapestry needle to sew the arms to the sides of the body and the ears to the top of the head. Secure the head to the body using a strong stitch.
  4. Final Touches: Wrap the scarf around the neck and sew the tiny red bow onto the blue fish bag.

Tips for Success

  • Tension is Key: When working with plush yarn, it can be easy to lose your stitches. Always use a stitch marker to keep track of your rounds.
  • Invisible Decreases: For a professional amigurumi look, always use the “invisible decrease” method. This prevents gaps in your work.
  • Stuffing: Don’t be afraid to overstuff! A firm bear holds its shape much better than a soft, floppy one. Pay extra attention to the cheeks and the bottom of the feet.
  • Color Changes: When changing colors, try to do it on the last pull-through of the final stitch of the previous color to ensure a clean transition.

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