Instructions
Free crochet bear booties pattern Basics
0/6Notes
- •This Free crochet bear booties pattern includes organized steps, materials, and helpful resources for crocheters.
- •With B, ch 23.
- •Helpful resources: patterns catalog, crochet patterns for adults, Craft Yarn Council, Ravelry.
1st row: (RS). 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each ch to end of ch. Turn. 22 sc.
2nd row: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc to end of row. Turn.
Rep last row until piece measures approx 3½" [9 cm], ending on a WS row.
Next row: (RS). Ch 2 (counts as hdc). *Dcfp around next sc. Dcbp around next sc. Rep from * to last sc. 1 hdc in last sc. Turn.
Next row: Ch 2 (counts as hdc). *Dcfp around next st. Dcbp around next st. Rep from * to last hdc. 1 hdc in top of ch 2. Break B.
Join A.
Head
0/41st row: With A, ch 1. 1 sc in each st to end of row. Turn.
2nd to 4th rows: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc to end of row. Turn.
Shape Head: Next row: Ch 1. Sc2tog. 1 sc in each sc to last 2 sc. Sc2tog. Turn. 20 sts.
Rep last row, dec 2 sts every row to 10 sts. Fasten off.
Arms (make 2)
0/7Notes
- •**With A, ch 2.
1st rnd: 8 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join with sl st to first sc.
2nd rnd: Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc. 16 sc.
3rd to 5th rnds: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc.**
6th rnd: Ch 1. *Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc. Rep from * around. Break A, join B with sl st to first st. 12 sts.
7th rnd: With B, ch 1. 1 sc in each st around. Join with sl st to first sc.
8th rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc.
Rep last rnd 6 times more, stuffing very lightly (to maintain floppiness of limbs) as you work. Fasten off at end of last rnd.
Legs (make 2)
0/3Notes
- •Work from ** to ** as given for Arms.
6th rnd: Ch 1. *Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first st. 12 sts.
7th rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each st around. Join with sl st to first sc.
Rep last rnd 7 times more, stuffing very lightly as you work. Fasten off at end of last rnd.
Ears (make 2)
0/5Notes
- •With A, ch 10. Join with sl st to first ch.
1st rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each ch around. Join with sl st to first sc.
2nd rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc. 2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each sc to last sc. 2 sc in last sc. Join with sl st to first sc. 12 sc.
3rd and 4th rnds: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc.
5th rnd: Ch 1. (Sc2tog. 1 sc in next sc) 4 times. Join with sl st to first st. 8 sts.
6th rnd: Ch 1. (Sc2tog) 4 times. Join with sl st to first st. 4 sts. Fasten off, leaving long end. Thread end through rem sts and draw up tightly. Fasten securely.
Finishing
0/4With WS of Front and Back facing each other, sew edges tog, leaving opening for stuffing. Stuff Body. Sew rem edge closed.
Attach Arms and Legs.
Sew Ears to top of Head.
With Black embroidery thread, embroider eyes using French knots and nose using satin st.
FAQ
Questions about this pattern
Is Free Crochet Bear Booties Pattern good for beginners?+
Yes. Free Crochet Bear Booties Pattern is marked easy and includes step-by-step instructions, materials, gauge notes, and progress checkboxes.
What yarn weight do I need for Free Crochet Bear Booties Pattern?+
This pattern lists 3-dk-light. If you substitute yarn, make a gauge swatch before starting so the finished size stays close to the pattern notes.
How long does Free Crochet Bear Booties Pattern take to crochet?+
The estimated time is 3–5 hours. Your pace may change depending on yarn choice, stitch familiarity, and how much finishing the project needs.
Do I need to check gauge for this crochet pattern?+
Yes. The pattern gauge is 18 sc and 19 rows = 4" [10 cm]. Use the listed hook size, U.S. E/4 (3.5 mm), unless your swatch tells you to adjust. Checking gauge helps avoid a finished project that is too small, too large, or too stiff.
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