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Amigurumi Dexter the Patchy Bear – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Dexter the Patchy Bear – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Welcome to the cozy world of lovable misfit amigurumi! 🧸✨ Today, I’m delighted to share my free crochet pattern for Amigurumi Dexter the Patchy Bear—a sweetly imperfect teddy full of character and charm! Whether you adore unique stuffed animals, love giving new life to scrap yarn, or simply cherish handmade friends with stories to tell, this pattern will guide you in creating your very own endearingly patchwork bear with mismatched details and undeniable personality!

This design celebrates the beauty of imperfections with intentional “well-loved” details! 🧶💕 I’ve carefully crafted each step to help you create Dexter’s charmingly asymmetrical features—from his adorably uneven ears and carefully placed patches to his shy, hopeful expression. Perfect for gifting, displaying, or keeping as a reminder that our quirks make us special! So gather your leftover yarn scraps, embrace the joy of imperfection, and let’s stitch up a bear that’s been loved since the very first stitch! ✨

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🧸 Amigurumi Dexter the Patchy Bear Crochet Pattern

Meet Dexter, the lovable patchy bear with a heart of gold! 🐻 With his soft brown body, adorable white belly, and unique stripe across the face, Dexter is a modern twist on the classic teddy. He’s perfect for cuddles, gifts, or nursery decor, and his contrasting colorwork gives him a handmade charm you’ll treasure forever.

🎁 This project is a cozy and calming make that suits bear lovers of all ages!

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – Involves color changes, shaping, and sewing pieces together.

📏 Finished Size

Approximately 25–30 cm (10–12 inches) tall using worsted-weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

  • Worsted weight yarn:

    • Color A: Light brown (Main body, arms, ears, legs, head)

    • Color B: Cream or off-white (Belly patch, footpads, muzzle, stripe)

    • Black yarn/thread (Nose and embroidery)

  • Crochet hook: 3.5 mm

  • Safety eyes (12–14 mm)

  • Stitch marker

  • Tapestry needle

  • Polyfill stuffing

  • Scissors

🪡 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR – Magic Ring

  • sc – Single Crochet

  • inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)

  • dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)

  • sl st – Slip Stitch

  • FO – Fasten Off

🧠 Head (Brown with Stripe)

Begin with Color A:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)

  7. (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
    8–16. sc around (42)
    Optional: At round 5 or 6, begin integrating a diagonal stripe with Color B by switching colors for about 6–8 stitches per row as you move up the face.

  8. (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)

  9. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

  10. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
    – Insert safety eyes about 9 stitches apart across the stripe.
    – Stuff firmly.

  11. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

  12. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  13. dec x6 (6)
    FO and close.

🐽 Muzzle (White Yarn)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–5. sc around (18)
    Stuff lightly, sew below eyes.
    Embroider nose in black and a small vertical line down to the chin.

🧍‍♂️ Body (Brown and Cream)

Start with Color A:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–9. sc around (30)
    Switch to Color B:
    10–14. sc around (30) – Create a cream oval patch over the front belly
    (You may use tapestry-style color changes or stitch Color B over the front 12 stitches of each round while continuing Color A on the back.)

  6. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  7. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

  8. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
    Stuff firmly.
    FO and leave long tail for sewing.

🦵 Legs (Make 2 – Brown and White)

Start with Color B:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. sc around (18)
    Switch to Color A:
    5–10. sc around (18)
    Stuff and sew to bottom of body.

💪 Arms (Make 2 – Brown)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
    3–12. sc around (9)
    Stuff lightly.
    FO and sew to sides of body.

👂 Ears (Make 2 – Brown and White)

With Color B:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)
    Switch to Color A:

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. sc around (18)
    FO and sew flat to each side of head.

✂️ Finishing Touches

  • Weave in all ends neatly.

  • Adjust stripe and facial placement for balance.

  • Embroider eyebrows or add blush for extra personality (optional).

💡 Customization Ideas

  • Change the stripe to a heart or star pattern

  • Add a bow or scarf for seasonal flair

  • Make a whole family by changing yarn colors and sizes

Cuddly, comforting, and full of charm—Dexter is ready to be your next soft companion! 🧵🧸


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