Amigurumi Bear With Cub - FREE Crochet Pattern

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Welcome to the heartwarming and cuddly world of amigurumi! 🐻✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for an Amigurumi Bear With Cub—a tender and adorable creation perfect for animal lovers, woodland-themed décor, or anyone who enjoys crafting expressive and lovable plush designs! 🧶 Whether you love stitching up sweet parent-child duos, experimenting with textured fur, or simply want to add a charming bear and cub to your handmade lineup, this pattern will guide you through crafting a beautifully sculpted plush with soft ears, gentle expressions, and a touch of cozy warmth! 🌲

This design embraces earthy browns, soft creams, and thoughtful shaping to bring a heartwarming and nurturing presence to your crochet projects! 🧶✨ I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Amigurumi Bear With Cub turns out just right—ready to snuggle into your collection or become a treasured handmade gift! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out classic bear hues, and let’s stitch up an adorable bear and cub duo! 🐻

🧸 Amigurumi Bear with Cub Crochet Pattern

Create a snuggly pair of teddy bears with this free crochet pattern! Featuring a big bear and a little cub, this lovable duo is made using classic amigurumi techniques and simple shaping—perfect for cuddles or display!

✨ Skill Level

Beginner to Intermediate – Basic shaping, assembly, and color changes.

📏 Finished Size

Big Bear: ~11–12 in (28–30 cm) tall
Cub: ~6–7 in (15–18 cm) tall

🧶 Materials

Worsted weight yarn in:
- Light brown (main color)
- White (snout, paws)
- Black (nose/mouth embroidery)
2.5 mm or 3.0 mm crochet hook
10 mm safety eyes (Big Bear)
6 mm safety eyes (Cub)
Polyester fiberfill
Yarn needle
Stitch marker
Scissors

🔤 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip stitch
ch – Chain
( ) – Repeat within
– Stitch count at end

🧍‍♂️ Big Bear Pattern

🧠 Head (Light Brown)

MR, 6 sc [6]
inc x6 [12]
(sc, inc) x6 [18]
(2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
(3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
(4 sc, inc) x6 [36]
(5 sc, inc) x6 [42]
8–18. sc around [42]
(5 sc, dec) x6 [36]
(4 sc, dec) x6 [30]
(3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
(2 sc, dec) x6 [18]
Stuff firmly
(sc, dec) x6 [12]
dec x6 [6]
Fasten off, close hole.

Insert 10 mm safety eyes between Rounds 12–13, about 10 stitches apart.

🐽 Muzzle (White)

MR, 6 sc [6]
inc x6 [12]
(sc, inc) x6 [18]
4–5. sc around [18]
Fasten off and stuff. Sew to head, centered below eyes.
Use black yarn to embroider a nose and short vertical mouth line.

🦻 Ears (Make 2, Light Brown)

MR, 6 sc [6]
(sc, inc) x3 [9]
(2 sc, inc) x3 [12]
4–5. sc around [12]
Fasten off. Flatten and sew symmetrically on top sides of head.

🧍 Body (Light Brown)

MR, 6 sc [6]
inc x6 [12]
(sc, inc) x6 [18]
(2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
(3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
6–17. sc around [30]
(3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
(2 sc, dec) x6 [18]
Stuff firmly
(sc, dec) x6 [12]
dec x6 [6]
Fasten off, close hole. Sew to head.

🐾 Arms (Make 2, Light Brown)

MR, 6 sc [6]
(sc, inc) x3 [9]
3–12. sc around [9]
Stuff lightly
Flatten and sc across opening (4–5 sts). Fasten off and sew to body.

🐾 Legs (Make 2 – White & Light Brown)

With white:

MR, 6 sc [6]
inc x6 [12]
(sc, inc) x6 [18]
sc around [18]
Switch to brown:
5–11. sc around [18]
dec x6 [12]
Stuff firmly
Flatten and sc across top. Sew to bottom of body.

🐻 Cub Bear Pattern

Follow same pattern with these changes:

Use 6 mm safety eyes
Stop body at 1 round shorter (i.e. 16 rounds)
Arms/legs: reduce 1–2 rounds from length
Muzzle: skip final round

Embroider nose and mouth, and sew all parts in same manner.

🧵 Assembly & Finishing

Sew head to body, centered and firm
Sew arms slightly forward-facing
Legs should be sewn flat at the base to allow sitting
For cub, position the same but scaled down
Add optional pink blush with fabric marker

🧸 Final Thoughts

Congratulations on your finished Amigurumi Bear with Cub! 🧵💗 Whether as a gift or treasured decoration, this adorable pair brings charm and warmth wherever they sit. You can customize with scarves, bows, or tiny accessories too!