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Basic Care Bear Amigurumi Pattern

Basic Care Bear Amigurumi Pattern
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Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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About This Basic Care Bear Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a full-size Care Bear amigurumi about 14 inches (35.5 cm) tall using worsted weight yarn for the body and size 10 bedspread thread for the tummy symbols. It includes step-by-step rounds for head, body, arms, legs, ears, muzzle, foot pads, and many tummy symbol motifs. Photos and placement notes guide you through assembly and finishing for a polished, lovable result.

Basic Care Bear Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

You will learn shaping techniques like increases, decreases, joining in the round, and neck shaping for a defined silhouette. Tummy symbols are crocheted with fine thread and sewn on, so you can customize each bear with its special motif.

Why You'll Love This Basic Care Bear Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it captures the charm of classic Care Bears while using approachable techniques that yield professional-looking results. I enjoy how the tummy symbols let me personalize each bear for different moods and occasions. The combination of worsted-weight body yarn and delicate bedspread thread creates lovely contrast and detail that makes every piece pop. Sewing and shaping as you go keeps assembly simple and the finished bear cuddly and sturdy.

Basic Care Bear Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Basic Care Bear Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Basic Care Bear Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Basic Care Bear Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize each bear by changing the body color and tummy motif; try pastels, brights, or ombre yarns for different moods.

I often switch the yarn weight and hook size to make mini keychain versions or jumbo cuddle bears; just remember to match the hook to the yarn for consistent gauge.

I like to embroider alternate facial expressions to give each bear distinct personality; a few small stitches can make it shy, happy, or sleepy.

For a softer, plush feel I sometimes use a fuzzier yarn for the body while keeping the tummy in smooth cotton thread so the motif stays crisp.

I add tiny accessories like crochet bows, scarves, or tiny hats to create seasonal or themed bears — these small touches make them gift-ready.

If I want a poseable toy, I will insert pipe cleaners or lightweight wire into the arms and legs before stuffing to allow gentle shaping and posing.

Try using felt appliques instead of crocheted tummy motifs for a quicker finish; felt cuts and glue down fast and looks great for beginners.

I recommend experimenting with thread color for the tummy trims — a contrasting trim color can make the motif pop against the white tummy background.

To make matching sets, I create several tummy symbols in the same palette so the family of bears coordinates perfectly on display.

When I want a more durable toy for small children, I reinforce sewn-on details with small whipstitches and extra glue on felt to ensure everything stays secure through play.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during rounds makes it easy to lose the start of each round; place a marker at the first stitch of every round and move it as you work. ✗ Stuffing too early or unevenly causes lumps or a distorted shape; stuff gradually and evenly, adding small amounts to shape cheeks and neck while watching the silhouette. ✗ Pulling your tension too tight when using fine bedspread thread for tummy symbols will curl motifs; work with slightly looser tension on thread motifs so they lie flat when sewn on. ✗ Not checking stitch counts after increases and decreases leads to shaping errors; count stitches after each increase/decrease round and correct mistakes immediately. ✗ Sewing parts in place without pinning can produce asymmetry; always pin and sight across the bear before sewing pieces firmly in place.

Basic Care Bear Amigurumi Pattern

Make your own classic Care Bear with this complete crochet pattern. Follow step-by-step rounds, clear assembly guidance, and cute tummy symbol motifs to create a lovable plush friend. The pattern includes yarn and tool lists, tummy symbol instructions, and finishing details so you can assemble and personalize your bear with confidence. Perfect for gifting or keeping as a handmade keepsake.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Basic Care Bear Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Medium/Worsted Weight Yarn (#4) - Body Color: approximately 2 skeins (see color palettes pages 4 & 5) for a 14" (35.5 cm) tall bear
  • 02
    White worsted-weight yarn - 30 yards (27.5 meters) for muzzle and tummy background
  • 03
    Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10) - Details Color: 15 yards (13.5 meters) for facial details and trims
  • 04
    Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10) - Red: 5 yards (4.5 meters) for small heart details
  • 05
    Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10) - Bedtime Moon set: Aqua 50 yards (45.5 m), Dk Blue 10 yards (9 m), Yellow 2 yards (2 m), Dk Yellow 2 yards (2 m)
  • 06
    Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10) - Cheer Bear Rainbow set: Blue 5 yards (4.5 m), Yellow 5 yards (4.5 m), Peach 5 yards (4.5 m), Pink 5 yards (4.5 m)
  • 07
    Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10) - Funshine Sun set: Yellow 50 yards (45.5 m), Dk Yellow 15 yards (13.5 m), Orange 2 yards (2 m)
  • 08
    Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10) - Share Bear lollipop set: Blue 25 yards (23 m), Pink 25 yards (23 m), White 2 yards (2 m)
  • 09
    Various small amounts of Details color thread and Black thread for facial details and embroidered features
  • 10
    Small pieces of White, Details color, and Black felt for eyes and lashes

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Aluminum crochet hook size F (3.75 mm) or size needed for gauge
  • 02
    Steel crochet hook size 7 (1.65 mm) for bedspread weight thread details
  • 03
    Yarn needle for sewing and weaving ends
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Stitch markers
  • 06
    Polyester fiberfill stuffing
  • 07
    Clear-drying craft glue for felt eyes (optional)
  • 08
    Pins for assembly and placement
  • 09
    Small pieces of felt (White, Details color, Black) for eyes/eyelashes

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— Head :

Info :

With Aluminum crochet hook and Body color yarn, ch 4; join with slip st to form a ring.

Round 1 :

(Right side): Ch 1, 8 sc in ring; do not join, place marker (see Markers, page 31) (8)

Round 2 :

2 sc in each sc around (16)

Round 3 :

(2 sc in next sc, sc in next sc) around (24)

Round 4 :

Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, (sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc) 7 times, sc in next sc (32)

Round 5 :

(2 sc in next sc, sc in next 3 sc) around (40)

Round 6 :

(2 sc in next sc, sc in next 19 sc) twice (42)

Round 7 :

Sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 20 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 16 sc (44)

Round 8 :

(2 sc in next sc, sc in next 21 sc) twice (46)

Round 9 :

Sc in next 11 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 22 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 11 sc (48)

Round 10 :

(2 sc in next sc, sc in next 23 sc) twice (50)

Round 11 :

Sc in next 9 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 24 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 15 sc (52)

Round 12 and 13 :

Sc in each sc around (52)

Round 14 :

Sc in next 21 sc, slip st in next 2 sc, sc in next 5 sc, slip st in next 2 sc, sc in next 22 sc (52)

Round 15 :

Sc in next 12 sc, † place marker around last st made as cheek, (2 sc in next sc, sc in next 3 sc) twice, 2 sc in next sc, place marker around last sc made as cheek †, slip st in next 2 slip sts, sc in next 5 sc, slip st in next 2 slip sts, repeat from † to † once; sc in next 13 sc (58)

Round 16 :

★ Sc in next 15 sts, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc; repeat from ★ once more, sc in next 16 sc (62)

Rounds 17-21 :

Sc in each sc around (62)

Round 22 :

Sc in next 15 sc, place marker around last sc made as cheek, [decrease (see Decrease, page 32), sc in next sc] 4 times, place marker around last sc made as cheek, sc in next 8 sc, place marker around last sc made as cheek, [decrease, sc in next sc] 4 times, place marker around last sc made as cheek, sc in next 15 sc (54)

Round 23 :

Sc in next 41 sc, (decrease, sc in next sc) twice, sc in next 7 sc (52)

Round 24 :

Decrease, (sc in next 3 sc, decrease) around (41)

Round 25 :

Sc in next sc, (decrease, sc in next 2 sc) around; do not finish off (31)

— Body :

Round 1 :

(2 sc in next sc, sc in next 4 sc) 5 times, sc in next 6 sc (36)

Round 2 :

(Sc in next 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around (40)

Round 3 :

Sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, (sc in next 9 sc, 2 sc in next sc) 3 times, sc in next 5 sc (44)

Round 4 :

(2 sc in next sc, sc in next 10 sc) around (48)

Round 5 :

Sc in next 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, (sc in next 11 sc, 2 sc in next sc) 3 times, sc in next 5 sc (52)

Round 6 :

(Sc in next 12 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around (56)

Round 7 :

Sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, (sc in next 13 sc, 2 sc in next sc) 3 times, sc in next 9 sc (60)

Rounds 8-19 :

Sc in each sc around (60)

Round 20 :

(Decrease, sc in next 8 sc) around (54)

Round 21 :

Sc in next 4 sc, decrease, (sc in next 7 sc, decrease) 5 times, sc in next 3 sc (48)

Info :

Stuff Head firmly with polyester fiberfill, adding extra stuffing to cheek areas defined by markers to round cheeks. Stuff neck and Body firmly. Add stuffing as needed as Body is completed; however, do not add too much because bottom of Body should be flat so bear can sit.

Round 22 :

(Decrease, sc in next 6 sc) around (42)

Round 23 :

Sc in next 3 sc, decrease, (sc in next 5 sc, decrease) 5 times, sc in next 2 sc (36)

Round 24 :

(Decrease, sc in next 4 sc) around (30)

Round 25 :

Sc in next 2 sc, decrease, (sc in next 3 sc, decrease) 5 times, sc in next sc (24)

Round 26 :

(Decrease, sc in next 2 sc) around (18)

Round 27 :

(Sc in next sc, decrease) around (12)

Round 28 :

Decrease around; slip st in next sc, finish off leaving a long end for sewing.

Info :

Thread yarn needle with long end and weave yarn through remaining sc on Rnd 28, pull tightly and secure end.

— Neck Shaping :

Info :

Thread yarn needle with cut ends of a doubled strand of Body color yarn. Wrap yarn around neck; thread needle through loop formed by doubled thread. Pull tightly around neck to shape. Wrap yarn around neck a couple of times and pull tight to firmly shape neck indentation. Secure with small stitches and hide ends.

— Muzzle :

Info :

With Aluminum crochet hook and White yarn, ch 4; join with slip st to form a ring.

Round 1 :

Ch 1, 8 sc in ring; do not join, place marker (8)

Round 2 :

2 sc in each sc around (16)

Round 3 :

(2 sc in next sc, sc in next sc) around (24)

Round 4 :

(2 sc in next sc, sc in next 5 sc) around (28)

Round 5 :

Sc in each sc around (28)

Round 6 :

Slip st in next sc, sc in next 21 sc, slip st in next sc, leave remaining 5 sc unworked; finish off leaving a long end for sewing.

Info :

Using photo as a guide, sew Muzzle to center of face between cheeks and having 5 unworked sc at center top, stuffing firmly with polyester fiberfill before closing.

— Ear (Make 2) :

Info :

INSIDE: With Aluminum crochet hook and White yarn.

Row 1 :

(Right side): ch 2, 3 sc in second ch from hook (3)

Row 2 :

Ch 1, turn; 2 sc in each sc across (6)

Row 3 :

Ch 1, turn; 2 sc in first sc, sc in next sc, (2 sc in next sc, sc in next sc) twice; finish off (9)

Info :

OUTSIDE: With Aluminum crochet hook and Body color yarn, work same as Inside; do not finish off.

Joining :

With wrong sides together, Inside facing, and working through both thicknesses, 2 sc in first sc, (sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc) across; finish off leaving a long end for sewing.

Info :

Using photo as a guide for placement, sew Ears in place curving Ears slightly to front.

— Arm (Make 2) :

Info :

With Aluminum crochet hook and Body color yarn, ch 4; join with slip st to form a ring.

Round 1 :

Ch 1, 8 sc in ring; do not join, place marker (8)

Round 2 :

2 sc in each sc around (16)

Round 3 :

Sc in each sc around, ch 5 (thumb), sc in side of last sc made (17)

Round 4 :

Sc in each sc and in each ch around (22)

Round 5 :

Sc in each sc around (22)

Round 6 :

Sc in next 16 sc, decrease 3 times (19)

Round 7 :

Decrease, sc in next 6 sc, decrease, sc in next 9 sc (17)

Rounds 8-17 :

Sc in each sc around. Finish off leaving a long end for sewing.

Info :

Sew opening on Rnd 3 closed. Stuff bottom half of Arm firmly and top of Arm lightly with polyester fiberfill. Flatten Rnd 17, with thumb toward side; sew opening closed. Using photo as a guide for placement (page 3), sew Arms to sides of Body.

— Tail :

Info :

With Aluminum crochet hook, Body color yarn, and leaving a long end for sewing, ch 10; join with slip st to form a ring.

Round 1 :

Ch 1, sc in each ch around; do not join, place marker (10)

Rounds 2-5 :

Sc in each sc around (10)

Round 6 :

Decrease around; finish off leaving a long end for sewing (5)

Info :

Thread yarn needle with long end and weave yarn through remaining sc on Rnd 6, pull tightly and secure end. Sew Tail to center back of Body.

— Head Tuft :

Info :

Pull centers of three 6" strands of Body color yarn through center top of head; insert ends through loop formed, pull firmly. Trim strands at an angle; separate plies of yarn.

— Tummy :

Info :

With Aluminum crochet hook and White yarn, ch 4; join with slip st to form a ring.

Rounds 1-5 :

Work same as Head, page 6: 40 sc.

Round 6 :

(2 sc in next sc, sc in next 4 sc) around: 48 sc.

Round 7 :

Sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, (sc in next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc) 7 times, sc in next 2 sc: 56 sc.

Round 8 :

(Sc in next 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around: 64 sc.

Round 9 :

Sc in each sc around; slip st in next sc; finish off leaving a long end for sewing.

Info :

Using photo as a guide for placement, sew Tummy centered over front of Body as shown, adding a small amount of polyester fiberfill before closing.

— Foot Pad (Make 2) :

Info :

With Steel crochet hook and Details color thread, ch 4.

Row 1 :

(Right side): Sc in second ch from hook and in last 2 chs: 3 sc.

Row 2 :

Ch 1, turn; 2 sc in first sc, sc in next sc, 2 sc in last sc: 5 sc.

Rows 3-5 :

Ch 1, turn; 2 sc in first sc, sc in next sc and in each sc across to last sc, 2 sc in last sc: 11 sc.

Rows 6-8 :

Ch 1, turn; sc in each sc across; do not finish off.

— First Side :

Row 1 :

Ch 1, turn; sc in first 5 sc; leave remaining 6 sc unworked: 5 sc.

Row 2 :

Ch 1, turn; skip first sc, sc in next sc, decrease, leave remaining sc unworked: 2 sc.

Row 3 :

Ch 1, turn; skip first sc, sc in last sc; finish off.

— Second Side :

Row 1 :

With right side facing, skip next sc on Row 8 and join Details color thread with sc in next sc; sc in last 4 sc: 5 sc.

Rows 2 and 3 :

Work same as First Side; do not finish off.

— Edging :

Info :

Ch 1, do not turn; sc in end of each row across; working in free loops of beginning ch (Fig. 1, page 32), skip first ch; 3 sc in next ch, skip next ch; sc in end of each row across; sc in end of next 2 rows; slip st in skipped sc on Row 8; sc in end of next 2 rows and in next sc on Row 3 of First Side; join with slip st to first sc; finish off leaving a long end for sewing.

Info :

Using photo as a guide for placement, sew Foot Pad to each Foot.

— Heart :

Info :

(Make one with Details color thread for nose and one with Red thread to place on hip.) With Steel crochet hook, ch 4.

Row 1 :

(Right side): Sc in second ch from hook and in last 2 chs: 3 sc.

Row 2 :

Ch 1, turn; 2 sc in first sc, sc in next sc, 2 sc in last sc: 5 sc.

Row 3 :

Ch 1, turn; 2 sc in first sc, sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in last sc: 7 sc.

Row 4-6 :

Ch 1, turn; sc in each sc across; do not finish off: 7 sc.

— Left Leg :

Round 1 :

With Aluminum crochet hook and Body color yarn, ch 2, 7 sc in second ch from hook; do not join, place marker (7)

Round 2 :

2 sc in each sc around (14)

Round 3 :

(2 sc in next sc, sc in next sc) around (21)

Round 4 :

Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, (sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc) 6 times, sc in next sc (28)

Round 5 :

(2 sc in next sc, sc in next 3 sc) around (35)

Rounds 6-11 :

Sc in each sc around (35)

Round 12 :

Decrease 10 times (front of foot), sc in next 15 sc (25)

Rounds 13-20 :

Sc in each sc around (25)

Info :

Begin working in rows.

Row 1 :

Sc in next 8 sc, slip st in next sc, leave remaining 16 sc unworked: 9 sts.

Row 2 :

Ch 1, turn; skip first slip st, sc in next 12 sc, slip st in next sc: 13 sts.

Info :

Begin working in rounds.

Round 1 :

Ch 1, turn; skip first slip st, sc in next 12 sc, sc in same sc on Rnd 20 as next slip st, sc in last 11 sc; join with slip st to first sc; finish off leaving a long end for sewing.

Info :

Stuff bottom half of Leg firmly and top half of Leg lightly with polyester fiberfill.

— Right Leg :

Info :

Rounds 1-20: Work same as Left Leg. Finish off. Begin working in rows.

Row 1 :

Skip next 8 sc; join Body color yarn with sc in next sc (see Joining With Sc, page 32); sc in next 7 sc, slip st in next sc: 9 sts.

Info :

Complete same as Left Leg.

Info :

TOE SHAPING: To shape toes, thread yarn needle with cut ends of a doubled strand of Body color yarn. Using photo as a guide for stitch placement, insert needle through sole at first toe position and go straight through foot and out instep, pulling yarn through until loop protrudes from foot. Bring yarn over top of foot to form toes and insert needle through loop; pull tightly. Insert needle back through foot on outside of loop to secure and bring needle out at second toe on sole. Bring thread over foot and insert needle through instep and go straight through foot and out sole at same point; pull tightly. Take a couple of very small stitches to secure; insert needle inside the foot and push it out the bottom so the yarn does not show; cut the end close to the foot. Use tip of needle to pull stuffing into toe areas and shape foot.

— Tail (repeated) :

Info :

Sew Tail to center back of Body.

— Finishing :

Info :

Using photo as a guide for placement, sew Mouth to Muzzle. With 2 strands of Details color thread, make straight stitch eyebrows. Trace Eye patterns onto tracing paper; cut out and use patterns to cut pieces: White - cut 2 from White felt; Iris - cut 2 from Details color felt; Pupil - cut 2 from Black felt; Eyelashes - cut 2 from Black felt. Using photo as a guide for placement, glue Whites to Head; glue Irises to Whites; glue Pupils to Irises; glue Eyelashes to Whites. Use clear-drying craft glue as needed and secure firmly.

— Tummy Symbols: Bedtime Bear's Moon :

Info :

Materials: Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10): Aqua - 50 yards (45.5 meters); Dk Blue - 10 yards (9 meters); Yellow - 2 yards (2 meters); Dk Yellow - 2 yards (2 meters). Steel crochet hook, size 7 (1.65 mm).

Row 1 :

With Aqua, ch 2, 3 sc in second ch from hook (3)

Row 2 :

(Right side): Ch 1, turn; 2 sc in each sc across (6)

Row 3 :

Ch 1, turn; 2 sc in first sc, sc in next sc, (2 sc in next sc, sc in next sc) twice (9)

Row 4 :

Ch 1, turn; 2 sc in first sc, sc in next 2 sc, (2 sc in next sc, sc in next 2 sc) twice (12)

Row 5 :

Ch 1, turn; 2 sc in first sc, sc in next 3 sc, (2 sc in next sc, sc in next 3 sc) twice (15)

Row 6 :

Ch 2, turn; sc in second ch from hook, (2 sc in next sc, sc in next 4 sc) twice, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in last sc (20)

Row 7 :

Ch 2, turn; sc in second ch from hook, (2 sc in next sc, sc in next 5 sc) 3 times, sc in next sc, 2 sc in last sc (25)

Row 8 :

Ch 1, turn; 2 sc in first sc, sc in next sc, sc in next 4 sc, (2 sc in next sc, sc in next 4 sc) across (30)

Row 9 :

Ch 1, turn; 2 sc in first sc, sc in each sc across to last sc, 2 sc in last sc (32)

Row 10 :

Ch 3, turn; sc in second ch from hook and in last ch, (2 sc in next sc, sc in next 7 sc) across (38)

Edging :

Ch 4, do not turn; sc in second ch from hook and in last 2 chs; working in ends of rows, skip first row; sc in next 6 rows, 2 hdc in next row (lip made), skip next row, (sl st, ch 2, 3 dc) in next row, sc in next row (nose made), sc in each row across, slip st in next ch; finish off.

Trim :

With right side facing, join Dk Blue with sc in first sc on Row 10; (sc in next 12 sc, 2 sc in next sc) twice, sc in next 11 sc and in next 3 chs, 3 sc in next ch, ch 3, sc in second ch from hook and in last ch, sc in next 27 sts, ch 3, sc in second ch from hook and in last ch; join with slip st to first sc; finish off leaving end for sewing.

Info :

Using photo as a guide for placement and two strands Dk Blue, add facial features. Using photo as a guide for placement, sew Moon and Star to Tummy.

Star - Round 1 :

With Yellow, ch 5; join with slip st to form ring. (Right side): Ch 1, ★ (sc, ch 1, dc) in ring, ch 1; repeat from ★ 4 times more; join with slip st to first sc; finish off: 10 sts and 10 chs.

Star - Round 2 :

With right side facing, join Dk Yellow with sc in any dc; ch 1, sc in same st and in next ch, working around next sc, slip st in ring, sc in next ch, ★ (sc, ch 1, sc) in next dc; repeat from ★ around; join with slip st to first sc; finish off leaving end for sewing.

— Moon, Star, Rainbow, Sun & Other Tummy Motifs (selected extracts) :

Cheer Bear's Rainbow - Materials :

Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10): Blue - 5 yards (4.5 meters), Yellow - 5 yards (4.5 meters), Peach - 5 yards (4.5 meters), Pink - 5 yards (4.5 meters). Steel crochet hook, size 7 (1.65 mm).

Cheer Bear's Rainbow - Row 1 :

With Steel crochet hook and Blue thread, ch 50. Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across: 49 sc.

Cheer Bear's Rainbow - Row 2 :

(Right side): Ch 1, turn; sc in each sc across: finish off.

Cheer Bear's Rainbow - Note :

Loop a short piece of thread around any stitch to mark Row 2 as right side. Use photo as a guide for placement, sew Rainbow to Tummy.

Funshine Bear's Sun - Materials :

Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10): Yellow - 50 yards (45.5 meters); Dk Yellow - 15 yards (13.5 meters); Orange - 2 yards (2 meters). Steel crochet hook, size 7 (1.65 mm).

Funshine Bear's Sun - Rnd 1 :

With Yellow, ch 5; join with slip st to form ring. Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 1, 8 sc in ring, do not join, place marker (8).

Funshine Bear's Sun - Rnd 2 :

2 sc in each sc around (16).

Funshine Bear's Sun - Rnd 3 :

(2 sc in next sc, sc in next sc) around (24).

Funshine Bear's Sun - Rnd 4 :

(Sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around (32).

Funshine Bear's Sun - Rnd 5 :

Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, (sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc) 7 times, sc in next 2 sc (40).

Funshine Bear's Sun - Rnd 6 :

(2 sc in next sc, sc in next 4 sc) around (48).

Funshine Bear's Sun - Rnd 7 :

Sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next sc, (sc in next 7 sc, 2 sc in next sc) 5 times, sc in next 4 sc (54).

Funshine Bear's Sun - Rnd 8 :

(2 sc in next sc, sc in next 8 sc) around; slip st in next sc; finish off: 60 sc.

Funshine Bear's Sun - Rnd 9 :

With right side facing, join Dk Yellow with sc in any sc; sc in next 3 sc, ch 5, sc in second ch from hook and in last 3 chs; finish off leaving end for sewing and add facial features as photo guide.

— Share Bear's Twin Lollipops (selected extracts) :

Materials :

Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10): Blue - 25 yards (23 meters), Pink - 25 yards (23 meters), White - 2 yards (2 meters). Steel crochet hook, size 7 (1.65 mm).

Lollipop - Rnd 1 :

(Right side): Ch 1, 8 sc in ring; do not join, place marker (8).

Lollipop - Rnd 2 :

2 sc in each sc around (16).

Lollipop - Rnd 3 :

(2 sc in next sc, sc in next sc) around (24).

Lollipop - Rnd 4 :

(Sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around (32).

Lollipop - Rnd 5 :

Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, (sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc) 7 times, sc in next 2 sc (40).

Lollipop - Rnd 6 :

(2 sc in next sc, sc in next 4 sc) 4 times; slip st in next sc, leaving remaining sc unworked; finish off leaving end for sewing.

Info :

Using photo as a guide for placement, sew Hearts to Lollipops; sew Sticks and Lollipops to Tummy.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the Muzzle to the center of the Head between cheeks, aligning the 5 unworked stitches at the top and stuff firmly before closing.
  • Position and sew the Tummy centered over the front of the Body using the photo as a guide; add a small amount of stuffing to the tummy before closing to keep it rounded.
  • Attach Arms to the sides of the Body, curving slightly forward and sewing securely through the base rounds; use pins to check symmetry before stitching.
  • Sew Legs to the bottom front of the Body following the curve of the tummy so the bear can sit; flatten tops of legs and sew seam at the top of each leg to the body for stability.
  • Pin and sew Ears in place with the inside facing forward so the ears curve slightly to the front and match the photo placement.
  • Glue or sew felt eye pieces (White, Iris, Pupil, Eyelashes) to the head after positioning visually from the photo; use clear-drying craft glue for felt or whipstitch for fabric.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to mark the beginning of each round and the cheek markers as instructed to keep shaping accurate.
  • 💡Stuff gradually, especially in the head and tummy areas; overstuffing the body base can prevent the bear from sitting flat.
  • 💡Pin all parts in place and check symmetry before sewing; minor placement adjustments are much easier before final stitching.
  • 💡Keep consistent tension throughout to maintain even stitch size and smooth shaping across rounds and motifs.

This classic Care Bear pattern gives you everything you need to crochet a lovable, customizable amigurumi friend. Add a personalized tummy symbol and thoughtful details to make each bear unique and full of personality. Whether you make one for yourself or as a heartfelt gift, these charming bears bring smiles and cozy handmade joy. 🧶💛

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 14 inches (35.5 cm) tall when using the recommended worsted weight yarn and hook sizes.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will affect the final size; choose an appropriate hook for your yarn and expect the bear to be larger or smaller accordingly.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so basic knowledge of single crochet, increases, decreases, and working in the round is recommended for best results.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary based on experience level and how many tummy symbols or extra details you add.