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Amigurumi Winnie The Pooh – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Winnie The Pooh – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Oh, the joy of creating amigurumi, especially when it’s everyone’s favorite bear: Winnie the Pooh! 🧸✨ Crafting these delightful little creatures brings such warmth and happiness to my heart. Amigurumi, the Japanese art of knitting or crocheting small, stuffed yarn creatures, offers endless possibilities for creativity. The charm of Winnie the Pooh amigurumi lies in its nostalgic appeal and the sheer cuteness of the character. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just picking up the hook for the first time, there’s something wonderfully satisfying about seeing your yarn transform into this lovable bear who’s always searching for honey. 🍯

The process of creating a Winnie the Pooh amigurumi pattern is both an art and a joyful journey. Starting with choosing the perfect shade of golden yellow yarn, I find myself already envisioning Pooh’s friendly smile coming to life. The pattern typically begins with the head and body, working in continuous rounds to shape Pooh’s iconic form. Next, I crochet his little ears, arms, and legs, carefully stuffing them for that perfect cuddly texture. The real magic happens when I add the final touches—embroidering his facial features and slipping on his red shirt. Each stitch is a step closer to creating a beloved companion that brings smiles to everyone who encounters him. 🌟

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  • 🍯 Amigurumi Winnie the Pooh Crochet Pattern

    This cuddly Winnie the Pooh-inspired amigurumi doll is the perfect hug-sized friend! With his soft honey-colored body, classic red shirt, and chubby cheeks, he’s sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face. Perfect for gifting, decorating, or simply keeping as your very own snuggly bear.

    ✨ Skill Level

    Intermediate – Requires basic shaping, color changes, and soft-sculpting for cheeks.

    📏 Finished Size

    Approx. 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) tall when made with worsted weight yarn and a 2.5–3.5 mm hook.

    🧶 Materials

    Yarn (Worsted or DK Weight):

    • Mustard yellow (main body)

    • Red (shirt)

    • Black (nose and brows)

    Other Supplies:

    • 10–12 mm safety eyes

    • Black embroidery thread or yarn

    • Crochet hook: 2.5–3.5 mm

    • Stitch marker

    • Tapestry needle

    • Polyfill stuffing

    • Scissors

    • Optional: pins for shaping cheeks

    🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

    MR – Magic Ring
    sc – Single Crochet
    inc – Increase
    dec – Decrease
    sl st – Slip Stitch
    ch – Chain
    FO – Fasten Off

    🧠 Head (Mustard Yellow)

    1. MR, 6 sc

    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)

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

    9. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
      – Insert safety eyes between Rounds 10–11, approx. 8 sts apart
      – Lightly stuff
      – Add chubby cheeks: see tip below ↓

    10. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

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

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

    13. dec x6 (6), FO and close

    🧑‍🎨 How to Make Pooh’s Chubby Cheeks

    After stuffing the head and inserting eyes, pinch the cheeks gently between thumb and fingers. Use a strand of yellow yarn and a tapestry needle.

    • From the back of the head, insert the needle and come out beneath one eye.

    • Reinsert about 3 stitches away (toward the snout), and pull slightly to indent.

    • Repeat for the other side.

    • Tie the ends together at the back and bury the knot in the stuffing.

    • Optional: Add a touch of blush or soft pink yarn for a gentle cheek tint.

    🐽 Snout & Nose (Black Yarn)

    1. MR, 6 sc

    2. inc x6 (12)

    3. sc around (12), FO
      – Sew to lower center of face
      – Embroider nostrils if desired

    🧍 Body (Start with Yellow → Red Shirt)

    1. MR, 6 sc

    2. inc x6 (12)

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

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

    5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
      6–12. sc around (30)

    6. Switch to red: sc (30)
      14–20. sc around (30)

    7. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

    8. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
      – Stuff

    9. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12), FO and close

    🦵 Legs (Make 2, Yellow)

    1. MR, 6 sc

    2. inc x6 (12)
      3–6. sc (12)

    3. (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
      8–10. sc (9), FO and stuff
      – Sew flat to bottom of body

    💪 Arms (Make 2, Yellow)

    1. MR, 6 sc

    2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
      3–10. sc (9), FO and stuff lightly
      – Sew to body sides just below the neckline

    👂 Ears (Make 2, Yellow)

    1. MR, 6 sc

    2. inc x6 (12)

    3. sc (12), FO
      – Flatten and stitch on top of the head evenly spaced

    👕 Red Shirt Collar

    Optional surface slip stitch or embroidered line just under head for a finished neckline look.

    😴 Face Details

    • Embroider black eyebrows slightly arched above the eyes

    • Use black yarn to embroider the snout and smile lines

    • Optionally blush the cheeks with soft pink or embroidery thread

    ✂️ Final Assembly

    • Sew head securely onto body

    • Attach arms and legs firmly

    • Position and sew ears, snout, and facial features

    • Shape cheeks again gently if needed and secure

    🧶 Finishing Touch

    Your snuggly Pooh bear is ready for hugs and honey pots! 🍯 Whether he’s perched on a nursery shelf or tucked into someone’s arms, this timeless bear is a heartwarming handmade treasure.


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