Hug Me Bear Lovey – Free Crochet Pattern

Say hello to your new favorite baby gift! This FREE crochet bear lovey pattern is designed to be the ultimate quick make and a treasured keepsake. Blending the classic charm of a teddy bear lovey crochet pattern with a comforting blanket, this beginner-friendly design is simple to customize for any nursery. Working up quickly, this lovey is the perfect handmade security blanket and a memorable baby shower gift for expecting parents.

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I would classify this pattern as “advanced beginner”. It would be helpful to have had some experience with amigurumi before creating this project.

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Free Crochet Pattern for Hug Me Bear Lovey

Abbreviations

st = stitch
sl st = slip stitch
SC = single crochet
SC2tog = single crochet 2 stitches together (invisible decrease is recommended)
DC = double crochet

Special Stitches

SC2tog (using invisible decrease method): Insert hook into front loop of the first stitch. Insert hook into front loop of second stitch. Yarn over. Draw through the first two loops on hook. Yarn over. Draw through both loops on hook.

Notes

• Checking your gauge is not required for this pattern. Use a hook that is smaller than the size recommended for your yarn weight. This will ensure that your stuffing will not show through the stitches.
• All pieces of the bear are worked in the round. Use a stitch marker to indicate the beginning of each round.
• Invisible decreases are recommended. Please see “Special Stitches”.
• Safety eyes and noses pose a choking risk for babies; therefore, if making this toy for a baby, I recommend using yarn, felt, or embroidered details.
• Head, snout, and arms require stuffing. Stuff each piece as you work to ensure the piece is completely filled. Do not add stuffing to the ears.
• Blanket: Ch 3 at the beginning of each round does count as a stitch (unless otherwise specified).
• See tutorial photos.

Pattern

Head

Using 4.0mm (G) hook:

Using color A (shown as brown):

R1: Begin with 6 SC in a magic ring. (6 sts)

R2: 2 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

R3: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in next st. Repeat from * around. (18 sts)

R4: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in each of the next 2 sts. Repeat from * around. (24 sts)

R5: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in each of the next 3 sts. Repeat from * around. (30 sts)

R6: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in each of the next 4 sts. Repeat from * around. (36 sts)

R7-13: 1 SC in each st around. (36 sts)

R14: *SC2tog, 1 SC in each of the next 4 sts. Repeat from * around. (30 sts)

If using safety eyes, insert them now between R8 and R9, with about 5 sts showing between each eye.

R15: *SC2tog, 1 SC in each of the next 3 sts. Repeat from * around. (24 sts)

R16: *SC2tog, 1 SC in each of the next 2 sts. Repeat from * around. (18 sts)

Fill head with stuffing.

R17: *SC2tog, 1 SC in next st. Repeat from * around. (12 sts)

R18: *SC2tog. Repeat from * around. (6 sts)

Cut yarn, weave in and out of remaining sts. Pull tight to close. Weave in ends.

Snout

Using color A (shown as brown):

R1: Begin with 6 SC in a magic ring. (6 sts)

R2: 2 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

R3: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in each of the next 3 sts. Repeat from * around. (15 sts)

R4: 1 SC in each st around. (15 sts)

Cut yarn, leaving long strand for sewing. Fasten off.

Ears (make 2)

Using color A (shown as brown):

R1: Begin with 6 SC in a magic ring. (6 sts)

R2: 2 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

R3: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in each of the next 3 sts. Repeat from * around. (15 sts)

R4: *SC2tog, 1 SC in each of the next 3 sts. Repeat from * around. (12 sts)

R5: Fold the ear closed, leaving 1 unworked st on each side for the fold. Working through both sides to close, 1 SC in each st across. (5 sts) See tutorial photos.

Cut yarn, leaving long tail for sewing. Fasten off.

Arms (make 2)

Using color A (shown as brown):

R1: Begin with 6 SC in a magic ring. (6 sts)

R2: 2 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

R3: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in next st. Repeat from * around. (18 sts)

R4-5: 1 SC in each st around. (18 sts)

R6: *SC2tog, 1 SC in next st. Repeat from * around. (12 sts)

R7-12: 1 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

Fill with stuffing.

R13: Fold the arm closed, working through both sides, 1 SC in each st across, leaving 1 unworked st on each side. See tutorial photos. (5 sts)

Cut yarn, leaving long strand for sewing. Fasten off.

Blanket

Using 5.0mm (H) hook:

Using color A (shown as brown):

R1: Ch 4, join with a sl st to form a ring. Ch 3, (counts as DC now and throughout), 2 DC in ring, *ch 3, 3 DC in ring. Repeat from * an additional two times (3 repeats in total), ch 3, join with a sl st to top of beginning ch 3.

Sl st over the next 2 sts and into the first ch 3 corner space.

R2: Working in the same corner space, [ch 3, 2 DC, ch 3, 3 DC] (corner made). *Ch 2, skip the next 3 DC and working in the next ch 3 space, [3 DC, ch 3, 3 DC] (corner made). Repeat from * an additional two times (3 repeats in total). Ch 2, join with a sl st to top of beginning ch 3.

Sl st over the next 2 sts and into the first ch 3 corner space.

Using color B (shown as blue):

R3: Working in the same corner space, [ch 3, 2 DC, ch 3, 3 DC]. *Ch 2, skip the next 3 DC and working in the next ch 2 space, 3 DC, ch 2. Skip the next 3 DC and working in the next corner space, [3 DC, ch 3, 3 DC]. Repeat from * an additional two times (3 repeats in total). Ch 2, skip the next 3 DC and working in the next ch 2 space, 3 DC, ch 2, join with a sl st to top of beginning ch 3.

Sl st over the next 2 sts and into the first ch 3 corner space.

R4: Working in the same corner space, [ch 3, 2 DC, ch 3, 3 DC]. *[Ch 2, 3 DC] in each of the next ch 2 spaces, ch 2. Working in the next corner space, [3 DC, ch 3, 3 DC]. Repeat from * an additional two times (3 repeats in total). [Ch 2, 3 DC] in each of the next ch 2 spaces, ch 2, join with a sl st to top of beginning ch 3.

Sl st over the next 2 sts and into the first ch 3 corner space.

Using color C (shown as terracotta):

R5-6: Repeat R4.

Using color B (shown as blue):

R7-8: Repeat R4.

Using color A (shown as brown):

R9-10: Repeat R4.

Using color B (shown as blue):

R11: Repeat R4. Do not sl st over to the corner space.

R12: Ch 1, 1 SC in same st and each st around. Join with a sl st to the beginning.

Cut yarn and fasten off. Weave in ends.

Assembly & Finishing

See tutorial photos.

Attach snout to R10-14 of the front of the head.

Using color D (black), embroider a nose on the snout between R2-3 over about 3 sts.

Attach each ear to either side of the top of the head over R4-7.

With a strand of color A (brown), attach the bottom of the head at R16-17 to the center of the blanket with the snout facing a corner.

Attach each arm where the head and blanket meet, on each side of the head, slightly angled forward.

I hope that you enjoyed creating this FREE crochet bear lovey pattern! Whether this special teddy bear lovey crochet pattern becomes a treasured security blanket or the perfect handmade gift, thank you for choosing my pattern for your project.

I love seeing your finished work! Be sure to tag me on social media so I can see your finished crochet bear lovey and all the happy snuggles it brings!

Ad-Free PDF Pattern for Hug Me Bear Lovey

Quick Tips & Tricks for Your Crochet Bear Lovey

• Safety First: For a baby-safe crochet bear lovey, use yarn embroidery for the eyes and facial features instead of plastic safety eyes. This removes any potential choking hazard.
• The Best Yarn: I recommend using acrylic yarns or cotton blends for this pattern. They are durable, easy to wash, and hold their shape well, ensuring your security blanket lasts for years.
• Perfect Placement: Always use pins to hold the head and arms in place before sewing. This ensures proper, symmetrical placement of the bear features onto the lovey blanket for a professional finish.

Crochet Bear Lovey Pattern Alterations & Customization

The Hug Me Bear Lovey pattern is highly adaptable. Here are a few ways to customize your design:

• Larger Lovey Blanket: To make the crochet bear lovey blanket portion larger, simply add as many additional granny square rounds as desired. Finish the blanket with a row of single crochet (as noted in R12).
• Change Yarn, Change Size: You can easily use a different yarn weight! For a super plush and larger feel, try chenille yarn or bulky yarn, like Parfait Chunky, but be sure to adjust your hook size to prevent holes and keep the stuffing secure.
• Make a New Animal: Easily turn this teddy bear lovey crochet pattern into a different animal! Pair the blanket pattern with the head and arms from your favorite crochet animal pattern.

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First published August 2020.