Soft, cuddly, and full of woodland charm—this Amigurumi Forest Teddy Bear crochet pattern brings the magic of the forest to life in yarn form! With its gentle expression, cozy fur, and tiny embroidered details, this adorable bear is perfect for nature-inspired collections, heartfelt gifts, or simply adding a touch of warmth to your amigurumi lineup.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in fur texture, ear shape, and even tiny accessories like a scarf or a miniature satchel to enhance its woodland personality. Choose classic brown hues for a traditional teddy bear look or experiment with earthy tones for a rustic, forest-inspired aesthetic! Whether perched on a shelf, gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, or displayed as part of a woodland scene, this charming teddy bear is sure to bring smiles. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this cozy forest friend to life! 🐻✨🧶
🧸 Amigurumi Forest Teddy Bear – FREE Crochet Pattern
Welcome to the cuddliest part of the forest! 🌲 This sweet amigurumi teddy bear is the perfect companion for woodland adventures or cozy nursery decor. With soft brown fur, gentle features, and a classic teddy shape, it’s a delightful make for all skill levels!
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – Simple shapes with some basic shaping and color changes.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 9–10 inches (23–25 cm) tall when using DK yarn and a 2.5–3 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (DK or Worsted weight):
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Light Brown (Main body)
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Beige (Snout, tummy, footpads, ear centers)
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Darker Brown or Cocoa (Nose detail)
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Crochet hook: 2.5–3.0 mm
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10 mm safety eyes
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Polyfill stuffing
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loop Only
🧸 Head
With light brown:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 → 12
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(sc, inc) x6 → 18
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(2 sc, inc) x6 → 24
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(3 sc, inc) x6 → 30
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(4 sc, inc) x6 → 36
7–13. sc around -
(4 sc, dec) x6 → 30
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(3 sc, dec) x6 → 24
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(2 sc, dec) x6 → 18
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 9 and 10, about 7 sts apart. -
(sc, dec) x6 → 12
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dec x6 → 6
FO, stuff and close.
🐻 Snout
With beige:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 → 12
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(sc, inc) x6 → 18
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(2 sc, inc) x6 → 24
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sc around
FO, stuff lightly and sew to lower center of head.
Embroider nose with darker brown and vertical mouth line.
🐻 Ears (Make 2)
Outer ear – light brown:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 → 12
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(sc, inc) x6 → 18
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sc around
FO.
Inner ear – beige:
Repeat Rnds 1–3 only.
Sew onto outer ear. Fold slightly and sew to head.
🐻 Body
With light brown:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 → 12
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(sc, inc) x6 → 18
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(2 sc, inc) x6 → 24
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(3 sc, inc) x6 → 30
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(4 sc, inc) x6 → 36
7–14. sc around -
(4 sc, dec) x6 → 30
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(3 sc, dec) x6 → 24
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(2 sc, dec) x6 → 18
Stuff firmly. -
(sc, dec) x6 → 12
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dec x6 → 6
FO and close.
🐾 Arms (Make 2)
With light brown:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 → 12
3–10. sc around
Stuff lightly. -
(sc, dec) x4 → 8
FO and leave tail for sewing to sides of body.
🐾 Legs (Make 2)
Start with beige:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 → 12
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(sc, inc) x6 → 18
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(2 sc, inc) x6 → 24
Change to light brown:
5–10. sc around -
(2 sc, dec) x6 → 18
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(sc, dec) x6 → 12
Stuff firmly. -
dec x6 → 6
FO and sew to bottom of body.
🐾 Belly Patch
With beige:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 → 12
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(sc, inc) x6 → 18
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(2 sc, inc) x6 → 24
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(3 sc, inc) x6 → 30
FO and sew to center front of body.
🧵 Assembly
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Attach head to body securely.
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Sew arms to either side, just below the neck join.
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Sew legs to bottom, so teddy can sit upright.
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Attach ears to each side of the top of the head.
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Sew on the belly patch and snout.
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Embroider nose and mouth if not already done.
🌲 Your forest teddy is ready for adventure or cuddles! This timeless design makes a heartfelt gift for any age and is sure to bring a smile wherever it goes.
