Crochet Courage Bear
The Crochet Courage Bear is a heartwarming creation that brings comfort and support to those in need. Crafted with care and love, this adorable bear is more than just a plush toy – it symbolizes strength, resilience, and hope. Each stitch tells a story of kindness and compassion, making it a perfect gift for someone going through a tough time or simply in need of a cuddly friend. With its soft yarn and warm colors, the Crochet Courage Bear is a reminder that even in the darkest moments, there is always a ray of light. So, next time you need a boost of courage or want to send some love, consider gifting this special bear – it's sure to bring a smile and warmth to anyone's heart.
Materials:
size «G» hook
brown or tan worsted weight yarn
small amount of black yarn
black felt
blue felt
glue (suitable for fabric — I used Aleene's Tacky Glue)
yarn needle
fiberfil
notes:
body is made in two pieces, front and back
pattern:
body: (make 2)ch 5
Rnd 1: starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc across, 3 sc in last ch, working back across sc in unused loops of starting ch, 2 more sc in same st as first sc, join w/ sl st to 1st sc
Rnd 2: ch 1, 2 sc in same st, 2 sc, (2 sc in next st) 3x, 2 sc, (2 sc in next st) 2x, join w/ sl st
Rnd 3: ch 1, sc in same st, 2 sc in next st, 3 sc, (2 sc in next st, sc) 2x, 2 sc in next st, 3 sc, 2 sc in next st, sc, 2 sc in next st, join w/ sl st
Rnd 4: ch 1, sc in same st and next, 2 sc in next st, 4 sc, (2 sc in next st, 2 sc) 2x, 2 sc in next st, 4 sc, 2 sc in next st, 2 sc, 2 sc in next st, join w/ sl st
Rnd 5: ch 1, sc in same st and next 2, 2 sc in next st, (2 sc, 2 sc in next st) 2x, (3 sc, 2 sc in next st) 2x, (2 sc, 2 sc in next st) 2x, 3 sc, 2 sc in next st, join w/ sl st
Rnd 6: ch 1, sc in same st and next 3, 2 sc in next st, 7 sc, 2 sc in next st, (4 sc, 2 sc in next st) 2x, 7 sc, 2 sc in next st, 4 sc, 2 sc in next st, join w/ sl st
Rnd 7: ch 1, sc in same st, 4 sc, 2 sc in next st, (5 sc, 2 sc in next st) around, join w/ sl st
Rnd 8: ch 1, sc in same st, 5 sc, 2 sc in next st, (6 sc, 2 sc in next st) around, join w/ sl st
Rnd 9: ch 1, sc in same st and next 2, 2 sc in next st, (3 sc, 2 sc in next st) around, join w/ sl st
Rnd 10: ch 1, sc in same st and next 3, 2 sc in next st, 9 sc, 2 sc in next st, (4 sc, 2 sc in next st) 5x, 9 sc, 2 sc in next st (4 sc, 2 sc in next st) 3x, join w/ sl st
Rnd 11: ch 1, sc in same st, 4 sc, 2 sc in next st, 5 sc, 2 sc in next st, 10 sc, 2 sc in next st, (5 sc, 2 sc in next st) 3x, join w/ sl st
Rnd 12: ch 1, sc in same st, 5 sc, 2 sc in next st, 18 sc, 2 sc in next st, (6 sc, 2 sc in next st) 4x, 18 sc, 2 sc in next st, (6 sc, 2 sc in next st) 3x, join w/ sl st
Rnd 13: ch 1, sc in same st and next 2, 2 sc in next st, 3 sc, 2 sc in next st, 19 sc, 2 sc in next st, (3 sc, 2 sc in next st) 8x, 19 sc, 2 sc in next st, (3 sc, 2 sc in next st) 6x, join w/ sl st
Rnd 14, 15: ch 1, sc in same st and around, join w/ sl st
finish off
ears: (make 2)ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, join w/ sl st to 1st sc
Rnd 2: ch 1, 2 sc in same st and in ea st around, join w/ sl st
Rnd 3-7: ch 1, sc in same st and around, join w/ sl st
finish off
arms/legs: (make 4)ch 2
Rnd 1,2: same as ears
Rnd 3: ch 1, sc in same st, 2 sc in next st, (sc, 2 sc in next st) around, join w/ sl st
Rnd 4-18: ch 1, sc in same st and around, join w/ sl st
assembly:- stuff legs, arms, and ears lightly
— sew halves of body together attaching legs, arms and ears as you go
— stuff body before completing last few stitches (body should remain more or less flat)
eye and nose template. blue of eye should be cut out as an oval, with black pupil glued on top
— cut eyes from felt (blue background, black pupil) and glue in place
— cut nose from black felt and glue in place
— with black yarn, embroider mouth