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Classic Crochet Teddy Bear

Two crochet bears sitting on a wooden base. One on the left is light brown with a red bow tie. On the right, taupe with a blue bow tie.

Absolutely one of the best gifts ever because everyone needs a teddy bear or two to snuggle, right?!! Today’s Classic Crochet Teddy Bear pattern will not let you down. You’ll have a snuggle buddy to give or to keep that will be cherished for years to come! I’ve made mine in a classic brown, but feel free to use whatever color your heart desires!

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Difficulty

Intermediate

Materials

  • Crochet Hook, Size E/4 (3.5 mm) 
  • Stitch Marker(s)
  • Stuffing
  • Scissors
  • Tapestry Needle
  • Pins (optional)
  • Safety Eyes, 15 mm (optional)
  • Bear with the Red Bow Tie: Red Heart Super Saver (worsted 4-Medium, 100% acrylic, 364 yds/333 m, 7 oz/198 g): Color (A) Warm Brown, used approx. 193 yds/176 m, Color (B) Coffee, used approx. 10 yds/9 m, Color (C) Black, used approx. 10 yds/9 m (only needed if not using safety eyes)
  • Bear with the Blue Bow Tie: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice (worsted 4-Medium, 100% acrylic, 145 yds/133 m, 3 oz/85 g): Color (A) Taupe Mist, used approx. 193 yds/176 m (2 skeins needed)
  • Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice (worsted 4-Medium, 100% acrylic, 170 yds/156 m, 3.5 oz/100 g): Color (B) Black, used approx. 10 yds/9 m (additional 10yds/9 m needed if not using safety eyes)
  • Bow Tie: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice (worsted 4-Medium, 100% acrylic, 170 yds/156 m, 3.5 oz/100 g): Color (D) Cranberry OR Colonial Blue, used approx. 15 yds/14 m


Gauge

Using hook size E/4 (3.5 mm) the first six rounds of the body equals 2.5 inches in diameter.

Finished Measurements

The Teddy Bear measures about 9 inches tall in the sitting position to the tip of the ear.

Design Notes

  • This pattern is written using US crochet terminology.
  • The majority of the pattern is worked in continuous rounds.
  • It will be helpful to place a stitch marker at the beginning stitch of the round and move it up at the start each additional round.
  • At the end of each round/row the number of stitches for completion is noted in parentheses.
  • Further design notes and tips will be provided throughout the pattern to help aid in construction.

Abbreviations/Stitches Used

  • back bar – work stitches into the horizontal bar on the underside of a foundation chain
  • ch – chain
  • hdc – half double crochet
  • Rnd(s) – Round(s)
  • sc – single crochet
  • sc2tog – single crochet 2 stitches together (decrease)
  • sl st – Slip stitch
  • st(s) – Stitch(s)
  • [ ] – work instructions between brackets as many times as directed
  • magic circle/adjustable ring

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Let’s Make Our Bear!

Crocheted taupe teddy bear wearing a blue bow tie with a wooden tray holding yarn in the background.

Body

The body is worked from the bottom up to the neck.
Using Color (A)

  • Rnd 1: 6sc in adjustable (magic) circle. (6sts)
  • Rnd 2: 2sc in each st around. (12sts)
  • Rnd 3: [Sc in the next st, 2sc in next st] 6 times. (18sts)
  • Rnd 4: [Sc in the next 2sts, 2sc in the next st] 6 times. (24sts)
  • Rnd 5: [Sc in the next 3sts, 2sc in the next st] 6 times. (30sts)
  • Rnd 6: [Sc in the next 4sts, 2sc in the next st] 6 times. (36sts)
  • Rnd 7: [Sc in the next 5sts, 2sc in the next st] 6 times. (42sts)
  • Rnd 8: [Sc in the next 6sts, 2sc in the next st] 6 times. (48sts)
  • Rnd 9: [Sc in the next 7sts, 2sc in the next st] 6 times. (54sts)
  • Rnd 10: [Sc in the next 8sts, 2sc in the next st] 6 times. (60sts)
  • Rnds 11-14: Sc in each st around. (60sts for 4 rows)
  • Rnd 15: [Sc in the next 8sts, sc2tog] 6 times. (54sts)
  • Rnd 16: [Sc in the next 7sts, sc2tog] 6 times. (48sts)
  • Rnds 17-18: Sc in each st around. (48sts for 2 Rows)
  • Rnd 19: [Sc in the next 6sts, sc2tog] 6 times. (42sts)
  • Rnds 20-21: Sc in each st around. (42sts for 2 Rows)
  • Rnd 22: [Sc in the next 5sts, sc2tog] 6 times. (36sts)
  • Rnd 23-24: Sc in each st around. (36sts for 2 Rows)
  • Rnd 25: [Sc in the next 4sts, sc2tog] 6 times. (30sts)
  • Rnds 26-27: Sc in each st around. (30sts for 2 Rows)

Begin to firmly stuff and shape the body and continue to do so as the body continues.

  • Rnd 28: [Sc in the next 3stsc, sc2tog] 6 times. (24sts)
  • Rnds 29-32: Sc in each st around. (24sts for 4 rows)
  • Sl st to first st of the round and fasten off leaving a long tail for stitching the body to the head.
Two crocheted bears sitting separately in wooden trays with yarn.

Head

The head is worked from the snout towards the back of the head.
Using Color (A)

  • Rnd 1: 6sc in adjustable (magic) circle. (6sts)
  • Rnd 2: 2sc in each st around. (12sts)
  • Rnd 3: [Sc in the next st, 2sc in next st] 6 times. (18sts)
  • Rnd 4: [Sc in the next 2sts, 2sc in the next st] 6 times. (24sts)
  • Rnd 5: [Sc in the next 3sts, 2sc in the next st] 6 times. (30sts)
  • Rnds 6-9: Sc in each st around. (30sts for 4 rows)
  • Rnd 10: [Sc in the next 3sts, sc2tog] 6 times. (24sts)
  • Rnd 11: 2sc in each of the next 12sts, sc in the last 12sts. (36sts)

>Design Note: The increases made at the beginning or Rnd 11 begin the shaping of the forehead of the bear. Remember this when stuffing and shaping the head.

  • Rnd 12: [Sc in the next 5sts, 2sc in the next st] 6 times. (42sts)
  • Rnd 13: [Sc in the next 6sts, 2sc in the next st] 6 times. (48sts)
  • Rnd 14: Sc in each st around. (48sts)
  • Rnd 15: [Sc in the next 7sts, 2sc in the next st] 6 times. (54sts)
  • Rnds 16-17: Sc in each st around. (54sts for 2 Rows)
  • Rnd 18: [Sc in the next 8sts, 2sc in the next st] 6 times. (60sts)
  • Rnds 19-20: Sc in each st around. (60sts for 2 rows)
  • Rnd 21: [Sc in the next 9sts, 2sc in the next st] 6 times. (66sts)
  • Rnd 22: [Sc in the next 9sts, sc2tog] 6 times. (60sts)
  • Rnd 23: Sc in each st around. (60sts)
  • Rnd 24: [Sc in the next 8sts, sc2tog] 6 times. (54sts)
  • Rnd 25: Sc in each st around. (54sts)
  • Rnd 26: [Sc in the next 7sts, sc2tog] 6 times. (48sts)
  • Rnd 27: Sc in each st around. (48sts)
  • Rnd 28: [Sc in the next 6stsc, sc2tog] 6 times. (42sts)
  • Rnd 29: [Sc in the next 5sts, sc2tog] 6 times. (36sts)

>Design Note: Instructions are given later for a crocheted eye, but if planning to use safety eyes be sure to insert them before the hole gets too small. Suggested placement: between Rnds 12 and 13 about 12sts apart.

Begin to firmly stuff and shape the head and continue to do so as the pattern progresses. Remember that Rnd 11 created a bit of a forehead. This will be at the top. Stuff and shape accordingly.

  • Rnd 30: [Sc in the next 4sts, sc2tog] 6 times. (30sts)
  • Rnd 31: [Sc in the next 3sts, sc2tog] 6 times. (24sts)
  • Rnd 32: [Sc in the next 2sts, sc2tog] 6 times. (18sts)
  • Rnd 33: [Sc in the next st, sc2tog] 6 times. (12sts)
  • Rnd 34: [Sc in the next st, sc2tog] 4 times. (8sts)
  • Sl st to the first st and fasten off leaving a long tail to close up the hole. Close the hole with a tapestry needle stitching only through the front loops until the hole pulls nicely closed, secure and weave in the end.
Top half of a taupe crocheted bear wearing a blue bow tie.

Ears

The ears are worked from the top of the ear to the base of the ear.

Make 2
Using Color (A)

  • Rnd 1: 6sc in adjustable (magic) circle. (6sts)
  • Rnd 2: 2sc in each st around. (12sts)
  • Rnd 3: [Sc in the next st, 2sc in next st] 6 times. (18sts)
  • Rnd 4: [Sc in the next 2sts, 2sc in the next st] 6 times. (24sts)
  • Rnd 5: [Sc in the next 3sts, 2sc in the next st] 6 times. (30sts)
  • Rnds 6-7: Sc in each st around. (30sts for 2 Rows)
  • Rnd 8: [Sc in the next 3st, sc2tog] 6 times. (24sts)
  • Rnd 9: [Sc in the next 2sts, sc2tog] 6 times. (18sts)
  • Rnd 10: Line the bottom two edges of the ear up side by side and single crochet them together. (9sts)
  • Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing the ears to the head.

Eyes

Using Color (C)

  • Rnd 1: 5sc in adjustable (magic) circle. (5sts)
  • Sl st into the first st and fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing the eyes to the head. Weave in the starting tail.
Light brown crocheted teddy bear wearing a red bow tie sitting on a wooden table.

Nose

Using Color (B)
>Design Note: The nose is NOT worked in rounds.

Ch 1 and turn at the end of each Row.

  • Row 1: 3sc in adjustable (magic) circle. (3sts)
  • Row 2: 2sc in the first st, sc in the next st, 2sc in the last st. (5sts)
  • Row 3: 2sc in the first st, sc in the next 3sts, 2sc in the last st. (7sts)
  • Row 4: Sc in each st across. (7sts)
  • Fasten off leaving a tail long enough to sew the nose onto the snout as well as embroider the desired mouth. Weave in the starting tail.

Arms

Make 2
The arms are worked from the paw up to the shoulder.
Stuff and shape the arms as the pattern progresses, but don’t over stuff so they will lie against the body rather than sticking straight out.
Using Color (A)

  • Rnd 1: 6sc in adjustable (magic) circle. (6sts)
  • Rnd 2: 2sc in each st around. (12sts)
  • Rnd 3: [Sc in the next st, 2sc in next st] 6 times. (18sts)
  • Rnd 4-23: Sc in each st around. (18sts for 20 Rnds)
  • Rnd 24: [Sc in the next st, sc2tog] 6 times. (12sts)
  • Rnd 25-26: Sc in each st around. (12sts for 2 Rnds)
  • Rnd 27: Ch 1, turn, [sc2tog] 3 times, leave the remaining sc unworked.
  • Fasten off leaving a long tail to stitch the arm to the body.
Left side view of a crocheted taupe teddy bear wearing a blue bow tie sitting on a wooden table.

Legs

Make 2
The legs are worked from the soles of the feet to the top of the leg.
Firmly stuff and shape as the pattern progresses.
Using Color (A)

  • Ch 6
  • Rnd 1: Working in the back bar of the ch: Sc in the 2nd chain from the hook (mark this as the first st), sc in the next 3sts, 3sc in the last st, Working in the top of the ch: sc the next 3sts, 2sc in the last st. (12sts)
  • Rnd 2: 2sc in the first st, sc the next 3sts, 2sc in the next st, sc in the next st, 2sc in the next st, sc in the next 3sts, 2sc in the next st, sc in the last st. (16sts)
  • Rnd 3: Sc in the first st, 2sc in the next st, sc in the next 4sts, 2sc in the next st, sc in the next 2sts, 2sc in the next st, sc in the next 4sts, 2sc in the next st, sc in the last st. (20sts)
  • Rnd 4: Sc in the first st, 2 sc in the next st, sc in the next 5sts, 2sc in the next st, sc in the next 3sts, 2sc in the next st, sc in the next 5sts, 2sc in the next st, sc in the last 2sts. (24sts)
  • Rnd 5: Sc in the next 2sts, 2sc in the next st, sc in the next 6sts, 2sc in the next st, sc in the next 4sts, 2sc in the next st, sc in the next 6sts, 2sc in the next st, sc in the last 2sts. (28sts)
  • Rnd 6: Sc in the next 10sts, [sc2tog] 4 times, sc in the next 10sts. (24sts)
  • Rnd 7: Sc in the next 8sts, [sc2tog] 4 times, sc in the next 8sts. (20sts)
  • Rnd 8: Sc in the next 8sts, [sc2tog] 2times, sc in the next 8sts. (18sts)
  • Rnd 9-22: Sc in each st around. (18sts for 14 Rnds)
  • Sl st to the first st and fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing the leg to the body.
Back view of two teddy bears sitting side by side on a wooden table.

Tail

Using Color (A)

  • Rnd 1: 6sc in adjustable (magic) circle. (6sts)
  • Rnd 2: 2sc in each st around. (12sts)
  • Rnd 3: [Sc in the next st, 2sc in next st] 6 times. (18sts)
  • Rnds 4-5: Sc in each st around. (18sts for 2 Rnds)
  • Rnd 6: [Sc in the next st, sc2tog] 6 times. (12sts)
  • Sl st to the first st and fasten off leaving a long tail to attach the tail to the body.

Assembly

Pin all the pieces together to determine the desired placement for the entire piece and then stitch them securely into place. Remember to add any additional stuffing needed before closing up the holes on the pieces requiring stuffing.

General stitching and placement suggestions:

  • Center the body over the back part of the head. Adding additional stuffing right before closing is especially beneficial so that the neck remains sturdy and does not wobble.
  • Ears. Position the ears so they arch slightly with the front two sides at about around row 20 of the head and the back curve of the ear around row 22. No need to be too fussy.
  • Crocheted Eyes. Place the eyes at about Rnds 12-13 and about 6sts apart.
  • Nose. Place over the top front of the snout. When attaching the nose remember to also embroider any sort of desired mouth.
  • Arms. Place them about 2-3 rows down from where the head is attached to the body. The last round of the arm made a bit of a shoulder for the bear. When attaching the arms to the body add a bit more stuffing to help shape this shoulder right before closing up the hole.
  • Legs. The legs are attached over about Rnd 7-12 with about 5-6 stitches apart.
  • Tail. Lightly stuff the tail if desired. Place the tail at about Rnd 8 of the body, centered on the back.

Bow Tie

Three crocheted bows (green, blue, and red) lined up in a horizontal row on a wooden background.
Bow Tie colors include: Vanna’s Choice in Kelly Green, Colonial Blue, and Cranberry

The bow tie is totally optional, but such a fun addition! Use it as a traditional bow tie or as a hair bow!

Main Part of the Bow

Using Color (D)

  • Ch 15
  • Row 1: Working in the back bars of the ch: hdc in the 3rd ch from the hook and in each st across. (13sts)
  • Rows 2-4: Turn, ch2 (doesn’t count as a st), hdc in each st across. (13sts for 2 Rows)
  • Place a st marker in the working loop and weave in the starting tail.
  • Row 5: Sc around the entire outside of the rectangle putting 2sc in each corner to help round the corner. Sl st in the first st and fasten off. Weave in the tail.

Center of the Bow

Using Color (D)

  • Ch 11

>Design Note: Loop the chain around the middle of the main part of the bow to make sure that it reaches all the way around. It should be snug but reach all the way around, cinching the middle together. If it doesn’t quite reach add any additional chains needed to make it fit.

  • Row 1: Working in the back bar of the ch: sc in the 2nd ch from the hook and in each st across. (10sts)
  • Rows 2-3: Turn, ch1, sc in each st across (10sts for 2 Rows)
  • Fasten off leaving a long tail for stitching. Weave in the starting tail. Fasten around the center of the main part of the bow and stitch in place. Use the remaining tail to attach the bow to the bear.

You’ve done it! Enjoy your new snugly teddy bear! I’m sure there are many others who would love one too! Spread kindness!

I’d love to see your new friend if you’re willing to share!

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Comments

  1. yvonne martin says

    I’d love to make this bear, but cannot print out the full pattern. No matter how hard I try, some of the lines are missing. Different ones with different printer settings.

    Reply

    • Jen says

      Sorry, I don’t know why this would be happening. I’m working on having ad-free, easy printable versions for a minimal price in the future, but don’t yet have this option available. You could just view those parts or all of the pattern online, but I also know that this is not preferable for some individuals, myself included. Sorry that I can’t be of more help. I do hope that you can find a solution that will work for you. Please do share when you finish. I would love to see! 🙂

      Reply

  2. Wendy says

    Hi there! I love this bear!! There is one typo on round 4, where it states 3sc in next 3 sc. Is that correct or is it one sc in next 3 sc?

    Reply

    • Jen says

      I’m so glad that you are enjoying it! This is always exciting to hear. 🙂 You’re right it’s a typo. I’ve changed it in the pattern to read as it should (…sc in the next 3sts…) Thanks for catching this and making the pattern better! 🙂 I actually went through and updated the whole pattern to hopefully make it more readable. Thanks again! Have a wonderful day!

      Reply

    • Jen says

      I’m so glad you like it! With my patterns you have a couple options. You can view them for free on the blog or you can grab an add free, clearly formated, instant downloadable PDF from my Ravelry shop that will be sent directly to your email. I’ll provide the link here to help make that easier. If you have any other questions please let me know. Thanks for your support! Happy crocheting! https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/classic-teddy-bear-6

      Reply

  4. Cyndy says

    Hi Jen
    I am trying to print off the pattern and I am getting all other ads etc with where do I find
    an add free, clearly formated, instant downloadable PDF I cant seem to find it.
    Cheers
    CYndy

    Reply

    • Jen says

      I’m so glad you like him. Thanks for sharing. Your support means so much. If you get the chance to make him I’d love to see! Best wishes!

      Reply

  6. Cathy says

    Hi. I can’t figure out how to save the pattern on my iPad. I did send a request in Facebooks messenger many weeks ago but never got a response. I love many of your patterns and would love to save them. Appreciate your assistance. 😀 Thanks in advance

    Reply

    • Jen says

      Sorry, I missed your message. I’ve had an issue recently with Facebook not giving me notification of all of my messages. I’ll have to look into remedying that more because it is quite frustrating for everyone.
      As for patterns how it works is they are available to view for free by visiting the blog. If you want to be able to save an ad-free, printable, savable PDF version to your devices a pattern can be found for a minimal fee on Ravelry. This is the link if you’d like to look at that: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/classic-teddy-bear-6
      Thanks for your understanding and support!

      Reply

  7. Rhonda Boyle says

    Hi Jen,

    I am loving working this bear, however, I am a little confused about the ears. Probably dummie me, but I can’t work out the top/bottom and where to do the 9 sc. I can have a guess at how to go about it but I like to do things right!
    I look forward to your reply.
    Rhonda

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  8. Rhonda Boyle says

    Hi Jen,

    Since my last post I have worked it out, always happens straight after you decide to query the problem.
    I am looking forward to finishing my bear:)

    Rhonda

    Reply

    • Jen says

      I’m glad that you were able to figure it out. I’d love to see your bear when you finish if you’d like to share! Wishing you a wonderful day! 🙂

      Reply

      • Rhonda Boyle says

        I’m excited with the result so far, hope to finish next week.
        Not to sure on how to go about sending a photo?
        Thanks
        Rhonda

        Reply

        • Jen says

          I’m so glad that you’re loving how it working up! If you want to send a picture a few options are email, or through Instagram or Facebook if you use those platforms. Have a wonderful weekend!

          Reply

  9. Leah McNeill says

    Hi Jen. Having lots of fun with your cute bear pattern. With rows 19-20, 60 sts, for 3 rows, do you mean 2 rows? I’m sure it would just be a typo. I’ll send you a photo when completed. 🙂

    Reply

    • Jen says

      Yes you are correct. It should say (60sts for 2 rows). Thanks for catching that. I’ve updated it in the pattern! I’m looking forward to seeing your bear!!! 🙂

      Reply

  10. Kim W. says

    Hi. I’m having a good time making your teddy bear. I just have a couple questions regarding the kegs. When I’m done with row / round 22 do I slip stitch all the way around or just thru one stitch? Also is there any particular way you join all your pieces? Do you use a certain stitch ?

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    • Jen says

      I’m glad that you are enjoying the pattern. Finishing the legs, you just slip stitch into the first stitch and then fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing. I use a whip stitch to stitch the pieces together. It helps to pin everything in place first. When attaching make the stitches directly under where you want it to fasten (rather than above or below the stitch)and make sure to stitch into every single stitch around. Sometimes it’s easy to want to hurry and stitch things together so we skip stitches now and then. Don’t do it! As you’re stitching also stop periodically to ensure that you’re maintaining the desired placement and make adjustments as needed. And one last tip, add extra stuffing before closing up the last few stitches when appropriate to do so. A gap is left when you join one piece to another and this helps to eliminate that gap, adding extra stability to the piece. If you have any more questions don’t hesitate to reach out!

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  11. JoAnn says

    OMG so many of my friends have asked me to make one for them. I’ve made three so far. It’s a great pattern. Thank so much!

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  12. Jay says

    Love the Classic crochet teddy bear pattern. I am having trouble with the legs, it says chain 6, working in back bar ,understand back bar,but is it ch 6 MC,or just ch 6. Also don’t understand work in top of the chain.Sorry just started crocheting animals .

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    • Jen says

      Hey Jay, sorry for the delay in getting back to you. Your comment got filtered into the trash amongst hundreds of others that truly are spam/trash, but I got it out of there now, so let’s get your questions answered! You’re going to chain 6 in the MC (main color) of your bear, just a regular chain, NOT a magic ring/circle. (I hope that answers your first question. I believe that is what you are asking.)

      Then for Rnd 1 you will be working both sides of the chain. So let’s talk about that. When you look at a chain there are two sides. The top that looks like the regular stitch (looks like a V) and on the bottom it with have a horizontal bar (looks like —). The back bar, as you said you understand, is that horizontal line. The top of the chain will be the Vs on the other side. So let’s look at Rnd 1 together.

      Rnd 1: Working in the back bar of the ch: Sc in the 2nd chain from the hook (mark this as the first st), sc in the next 3sts, 3sc in the last st, Working in the top of the ch: sc the next 3sts, 2sc in the last st. (12sts)

      After chaining 6 you’ll be working in the back bar to start out with, so Sc in the 2nd ch (bar) from the hook (mark this as the starting st), then sc in the next 3 back bars, then put 3 sc in that last st. This 3sc does a few things: 1. It works that last back bar of the ch, 2. It rounds the corner, and 3. It works the first st on the front side.

      Okay, now working in the top of the ch or in other words the regular ch (V)sts. Sc in the next 3 sts, and then put 2sc in the last st for a total of 12sts all the way around. And you’re now ready to work the remainder of the Rnds in a circle leg in regular rounds.

      Now let’s talk about design options for a minute and why I write the pattern like this. I think it will be something valuable for you to know as you make more amigurumi in the future! When working around the chain like this some patterns you see will just have you work only into the top of the chain, catching one leg of the V on the way up and the other leg of the V on the way down. This totally works too and you can definitely try it this way. However, doing it this way will also often leave little holes down the middle of the chain where the V was pulled apart to work each side. By working in the back bar and then the top V it eliminates these holes.

      Please don’t ever hesitate to reach out with your questions. Congrats and welcome to making crochet animals! If something in my explanation doesn’t make sense I’m glad to explain it another way until you understand. I also think that this question would make a great blog post and video, so it’s best that I get on that soon too! Doing that will take me a bit, but in the meantime if you’re on Instagram and you think it would be helpful to have a quick video I’m glad to post one there for you in my stories and save it to my highlights so that it’s available to view as many times as needed. Just let me know if that’s something that would help.

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    • Jen says

      Relatively speaking they are about the same size. My body measures approximately 5 inches tall and the head approximately 3.75 inches tall. Individual tension, yarn choice, and other factors could play into this. Let me know if you have any other questions. I’m glad to help.

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  14. Sierra says

    On the beginning of the head at round 11 when you mention the design note and say to remember the increasing is for the forehead, you missed an awesome pun..

    You: remember that for stuffing later

    Me: “bear” that in mind for stuffing later 😉

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