Let your furry friend buzz around in style with this Amigurumi Bumblebee Dog Backpack Harness crochet pattern! Inspired by the adorable look of bumblebees, this charming design features bright yellow and black stripes, tiny wings, and a cozy harness that doubles as a handy backpack. Whether you’re crafting for pet lovers, adding a playful touch to your pup’s accessories, or simply enjoy making unique amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a delightful bumblebee backpack harness bursting with personality! Perfect for carrying small treats or waste bags, this crochet creation brings a touch of handmade charm to every walk. 🐝✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of yellow, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature flower or bee antennae for extra flair. Craft a classic bumblebee harness with bold stripes, create a pastel version for a softer aesthetic, or even stitch up a full set of themed pet accessories for a fun display! Whether gifted as a thoughtful keepsake, used as a practical pet accessory, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Bumblebee Dog Backpack Harness is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade buzz-worthy magic to every stitch! 🧶💖✨
🐝 Amigurumi Bumblebee Dog Backpack Harness – Crochet Pattern
This adorable handmade bumblebee doubles as a plushie and a lightweight dog backpack! The design features a cheerful striped bee with wings, antennae, and secure straps to fit small-to-medium dogs.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes shaping, color changes, and construction of a wearable harness.
📏 Finished Size
- Bee: ~7–8 in (18–20 cm) long
- Ideal for small dog breeds (e.g., Yorkie, Maltese)
🧶 Materials
- Yarn (velvet or worsted weight):
- Yellow, Black, White
- Hook: 3.5–4.0 mm
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Safety eyes (8–10 mm) or black yarn
- Stitch markers, scissors, tapestry needle
- Adjustable dog harness OR crochet your own straps with D-rings
- Optional: Button or Velcro closure
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loop Only
🐝 Bee Body (Black & Yellow)
Begin with black yarn:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 → 12
- (1 sc, inc) x6 → 18
- (2 sc, inc) x6 → 24
- (3 sc, inc) x6 → 30
6–8. sc around (30)
Switch to yellow (see color change tip below):
9–11. sc (30)
Switch to black
12–14. sc
Switch to yellow
15–17. sc
Switch to black
18. (3 sc, dec) x6 → 24
19. (2 sc, dec) x6 → 18
Stuff firmly
20. (1 sc, dec) x6 → 12
21. dec x6 → 6
FO and close
🎨 Color Change Tip
On the last yarn-over of the last stitch before switching colors, pull through the new color. Continue in the new color.
🧠 Bee Head (Yellow)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 → 12
- (1 sc, inc) x6 → 18
- (2 sc, inc) x6 → 24
- (3 sc, inc) x6 → 30
6–9. sc (30)
Insert safety eyes between Rnds 6–7
Embroider smile - (3 sc, dec) x6 → 24
- (2 sc, dec) x6 → 18
Stuff - (1 sc, dec) x6 → 12
- dec x6 → 6
FO and sew to body
🔘 Antennae (Make 2 – Black + Yellow)
Black stalk:
- Ch 6, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc down → 5
FO and sew to head top
Pom top (Yellow):
- MR, 6 sc
- sl st and pull tight
Sew to black stalk
🪽 Wings (Make 2 – White)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 → 12
- (1 sc, inc) x6 → 18
- sc around
- Flatten and shape oval
FO and sew to sides of upper body
🎒 Backpack Harness Straps
You can use an existing dog harness OR crochet your own:
Straps (Make 2)
With yellow yarn:
- Ch 60–70 (adjust to dog chest size)
- Row 1: sc back along chain
FO, thread through D-ring or stitch ends for loop
Attach front and rear of bee body to form stable straps
Secure lightly stuffed bee to harness with whipstitch or buttons
🧵 Tail Tip (Black)
- MR, 4 sc
- sc for 3 rounds
Stuff lightly
Sew to back center of bee
✅ Final Assembly
- Sew head to front of striped body
- Attach wings to each side
- Add antennae and embroidered smile
- Secure bee plush to harness with sewn straps or hook-and-loop closures
This buzzing backpack is the perfect picnic-day statement for your pup—cute, comfy, and packed with handmade love! 🐶🐝💛
