This charming crochet bear set blends cottage garden style with collectible amigurumi appeal. The main bear, tiny companion, flower pot purse, porch planter, and small embroidered mat create a handmade gift set that fits searches like amigurumi bear doll, crochet animal decor, handmade nursery toy, and artisan crochet gift.
The soft gray bear, terracotta bodice, deep green skirt, cream beret, and bright geranium blossoms give this design a boutique handmade look. It suits makers who enjoy heirloom-style crochet toys, seasonal shelf decor, and handmade stuffed animals that feel worthy of a gift shop, craft fair, or online handmade store.
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Project Overview
This design recreates the full scene shown in the image.
- Main standing bear with rounded head and small muzzle
- Soft beret tilted low over one ear
- Sleeveless terracotta top joined to a dark green skirt
- Raised red geranium blossoms on shoulders and skirt
- Cream sandals with tiny flower accents
- Terracotta crossbody flower pot purse
- Mini bear companion with matching outfit and beret
- Small crochet geranium planter
- Small folded mat or card with stitched flower detail
The instructions below are written so the finished set closely matches the proportions in the image. The body is intentionally long and softly weighted, the head is large and round, the muzzle is compact, and the clothing is neat rather than oversized.
Materials
- Sport or light DK cotton yarn in light gray, cream, terracotta, dark green, red, brown, and a very small amount of black
- 2.25 mm to 2.75 mm crochet hook, chosen to make a tight fabric
- Black safety eyes for the main bear, about 8 mm
- Black safety eyes for the mini bear, about 4 mm
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Straight pins for assembly
- Thin floral wire or pipe cleaner for flower stems if desired
- Small piece of cardboard or plastic canvas for purse base and planter base, optional
Yarn Colors
- Light Gray: main bear head, body, arms, legs, ears
- Cream: beret, muzzle, sandals
- Terracotta: bodice, purse, mini bear top, planter pot
- Dark Green: skirt, leaves, mini bear skirt
- Red: all geranium blossoms
- Brown: nose embroidery, tiny bear body
- Black: eye and flower center details as needed
Abbreviations
- MR = magic ring
- ch = chain
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
- inc = 2 sc in the same stitch
- dec = invisible decrease
- hdc = half double crochet
- dc = double crochet
- FLO = front loop only
- BLO = back loop only
- st = stitch
- sts = stitches
- rep = repeat
Sizing
The main bear should measure about 11 to 13 inches tall when seated as shown, or around 14 inches if legs are fully extended. The mini bear should measure about 4 to 5 inches tall. The purse should rest near the hip, and the planter should sit just below the mini bear’s shoulder height.
General Notes
- Work in continuous rounds unless a row is mentioned.
- Use a tight tension so stuffing does not show through.
- Stuff the head firmly, the muzzle moderately, and the body a little softer.
- The neck in this design is narrow and fairly tall. That helps the head sit upright, matching the image.
- The skirt is shaped over the lower body rather than made as a loose separate piece.
- Flowers are layered and slightly raised, not flat appliqués.
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Main Bear
Head
- With light gray, make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts
- Inc around. 12 sts
- (Sc, inc) around. 18 sts
- (2 sc, inc) around. 24 sts
- (3 sc, inc) around. 30 sts
- (4 sc, inc) around. 36 sts
- (5 sc, inc) around. 42 sts
- (6 sc, inc) around. 48 sts
- (7 sc, inc) around. 54 sts
- (8 sc, inc) around. 60 sts
- Sc around for 10 rounds.
Place safety eyes between rounds 18 and 19 with about 11 stitches between them. The eyes in the image are set fairly wide and low on the face, creating a gentle expression.
- (8 sc, dec) around. 54 sts
- Sc around.
- (7 sc, dec) around. 48 sts
- (6 sc, dec) around. 42 sts
- (5 sc, dec) around. 36 sts
- (4 sc, dec) around. 30 sts
Stuff firmly and shape the cheeks by pressing the stuffing outward at the lower front and slightly flatter at the top back.
- (3 sc, dec) around. 24 sts
- (2 sc, dec) around. 18 sts
- (Sc, dec) around. 12 sts
- Dec around to close. Fasten off.
Muzzle
- With cream, make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts
- Inc around. 12 sts
- (Sc, inc) around. 18 sts
- (2 sc, inc) around. 24 sts
- Sc around for 3 rounds.
Do not overstuff. Add only a small amount of stuffing so the muzzle stays rounded but not protruding too far. Sew centered below the eyes. The top edge should begin about two rounds below the eye line.
With brown yarn, embroider a triangular rounded nose centered at the top of the muzzle. Extend a straight line down about 4 to 5 rows, then add a tiny split at the bottom if desired. Keep it neat and compact.
Ears Make 2
- With light gray, make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts
- Inc around. 12 sts
- (Sc, inc) around. 18 sts
- (2 sc, inc) around. 24 sts
- Sc around for 3 rounds.
- Flatten and sc through both layers across 11 stitches.
Do not stuff. Sew ears high on the head at a slight side angle. In the image, the right ear is fully visible and the left ear is mostly hidden by the beret, so set the visible ear a little proud and rounded.
Neck and Upper Body
- With light gray, make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts
- Inc around. 12 sts
- (Sc, inc) around. 18 sts
- Sc around for 4 rounds.
This narrow cylinder forms the neck. Stuff firmly. Continue directly into the upper torso.
- (2 sc, inc) around. 24 sts
- Sc around.
- (3 sc, inc) around. 30 sts
- Sc around for 4 rounds.
- (4 sc, inc) around. 36 sts
- Sc around for 2 rounds.
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The chest in the image is slim, not barrel shaped. Keep the stuffing light to medium here so the bodice can sit smoothly over it.
Lower Body and Hip Shape
- (5 sc, inc) around. 42 sts
- Sc around.
- (6 sc, inc) around. 48 sts
- Sc around for 2 rounds.
- (7 sc, inc) around. 54 sts
- Sc around for 4 rounds.
This section creates the rounded lower body hidden beneath the skirt. The image shows a softly bell-shaped silhouette. Stuff the lower body more firmly than the chest so the bear can sit with a stable drape.
- BLO sc around once. 54 sts
- Sc around for 2 rounds.
- (7 sc, dec) around. 48 sts
- Sc around.
- (6 sc, dec) around. 42 sts
- Sc around.
- (5 sc, dec) around. 36 sts
Close the base or leave a small opening until the legs are attached, depending on your preferred construction. If you want extra weight, add pellets in a fabric pouch before sealing.
Legs Make 2
- With light gray, make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts
- Inc around. 12 sts
- (Sc, inc) around. 18 sts
- (2 sc, inc) around. 24 sts
- Sc around for 4 rounds.
- (2 sc, dec) around. 18 sts
- Sc around for 12 to 14 rounds.
Stuff the foot firmly and the upper leg lightly. Flatten the top opening and sew to the underside front of the body. The legs should hang straight down and slightly forward. Leave enough spacing for the skirt front and sandal straps to remain visible.
Arms Make 2
- With light gray, make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts
- Inc around. 12 sts
- (Sc, inc) around. 18 sts
- Sc around for 3 rounds.
- (Sc, dec) around. 12 sts
- Sc around for 11 to 13 rounds.
Stuff the lower arm only. Flatten the top and sew at the sides just below the neckline. Angle the arms slightly downward. The image shows relaxed arms that sit close to the body rather than stretched outward.
Clothing for the Main Bear
Terracotta Bodice
The bodice is fitted and smooth, ending just above the waistline. It covers the chest and upper back like a sleeveless dress top.
- Join terracotta yarn to the torso around the chest level where you want the neckline to begin.
- Work one round of sc evenly around 30 stitches.
- Sc around for 6 to 7 rounds.
- For the final round, work BLO sc around to define the lower edge.
At the very top, keep the arm openings clean and small. The image shows a simple straight neckline with narrow shoulder width. Sew down any gaps under the arms for a polished look.
Green Skirt
Join dark green into the front loops left from the lower body round. This creates a skirt that flares from the waist while staying attached and smooth.
- Join dark green in any front loop and work 54 sc around.
- (8 sc, inc) around. 60 sts
- Sc around.
- (9 sc, inc) around. 66 sts
- Sc around.
- (10 sc, inc) around. 72 sts
- Sc around for 3 rounds.
- Work one round of hdc in BLO.
- Work 3 more rounds of hdc.
- For the hem, alternate front post and back post hdc if you want a ribbed texture, or work BLO hdc for 3 rounds to mimic the deep hem in the image.
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The skirt should bulge gently over the hips, then hang with a thick lower band. The front should be slightly rounded and full. Do not make it too frilly. This dress looks structured, not lacy.
Shoulder Geranium Clusters
Make 4 to 6 small blossoms for the shoulders. Each side in the image looks like a dense little floral spray sitting over the shoulder seam.
Small Blossom
- With red, make 5 sc in MR.
- Sl st into first stitch.
- In each stitch work: ch 2, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st.
Make several blossoms. Stack two together for fuller flowers if desired. Sew two or three blossoms to each shoulder. Add dark green leaves under them with small chained leaf shapes or tiny oval leaves.
Skirt Flowers
The skirt has several spaced red blossoms attached across the front, with one near the side and one near the hem. Use the same blossom style as above, making 6 to 8 flowers total.
- Place one flower at upper right skirt front
- Place one near center front
- Place one lower center
- Place one near lower left
- Place one near the right side seam
- Add one or two half-hidden blossoms near folds if desired
Add tiny dark centers only if needed. In the image, the flowers read mostly as bright rounded petals rather than detailed floral centers.
Beret
The beret is wide, soft, and slightly oversized. It sits low, slanted to the bear’s left side, with a gentle puff above the brim.
- With cream, make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts
- Inc around. 12 sts
- (Sc, inc) around. 18 sts
- (2 sc, inc) around. 24 sts
- (3 sc, inc) around. 30 sts
- (4 sc, inc) around. 36 sts
- (5 sc, inc) around. 42 sts
- (6 sc, inc) around. 48 sts
- (7 sc, inc) around. 54 sts
- (8 sc, inc) around. 60 sts
- Sc around for 4 rounds.
- (8 sc, dec) around. 54 sts
- Sc around.
- (7 sc, dec) around. 48 sts
- Sc around.
- (6 sc, dec) around. 42 sts
- BLO sc around for one round.
- Sc around for 2 more rounds.
Test the fit. The brim should sit snugly without flattening the head. Sew only a few hidden stitches so the beret stays tilted, with the front left edge lower than the right side.
Sandals Make 2
These sandals are cream with open toes and crossed upper straps. A tiny red flower sits near the outer edge of each sandal.
- With cream, ch 7.
- Starting in second ch from hook, sc 5, 3 sc in last ch, rotate, sc 4, inc in last. 14 sts
- Inc, sc 4, 3 inc, sc 4, 2 inc. 20 sts
- Sc around in BLO.
- Sc around once more.
For the straps, attach yarn at one side of the sole, chain across the front of the foot, and anchor on the opposite side. Repeat in the other direction to form a crossed sandal top. Add a small back or side strap if needed for fit.
Make a tiny red flower and sew near the outer front strap on each sandal. Slip sandals onto the feet and tack in place with a few stitches.
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Flower Pot Purse
The purse is shaped like a small terracotta flower pot with a narrow body and slightly wider top edge. It hangs from a long strap across the chest.
- With terracotta, make 6 sc in MR.
- Inc around. 12 sts
- (Sc, inc) around. 18 sts
- Sc around in BLO.
- Sc around for 5 rounds.
- For the rim, work one round of hdc with 2 hdc in every sixth stitch.
- Work one more round of sc.
For the strap, chain enough to cross from one side of the purse, over the shoulder, to the opposite hip. Mine would be about 45 to 55 chains depending on yarn and size. Work sl st back across the chain for strength, then sew both ends to the purse.
Sew the purse at the left hip area and let the strap cross diagonally from the right shoulder. Keep it close to the body like the image.
Mini Bear Companion
Head and Body
Use brown yarn for the tiny companion. This miniature version should feel simple and sweet, with a large head and tiny tapered body.
- Make the head exactly like the main head but stop increasing at 36 stitches.
- Work 5 rounds even.
- Insert 4 mm eyes low and wide.
- Decrease back down and close.
For the body, begin with a narrow neck of 12 stitches, then expand to 24 stitches for the torso. Add a short terracotta top section and attached green skirt. The skirt hem can be one round of hdc to echo the main dress.
Tiny Ears, Arms, and Legs
- Ears: start with 6 sc in MR, increase to 12, work 1 round even, flatten and sew
- Arms: start with 6 sc, increase to 10 or 12, then work a short tube
- Legs: start with 6 sc, increase to 12, then work 5 to 6 rounds
Embroider a small brown or dark brown nose. Add a tiny cream beret made the same way as the large beret but stopping at 24 stitches on the widest round. Sew it tilted.
Add 3 or 4 tiny terracotta flowers or dots at the lower hem of the skirt, matching the image. The mini bear stands slightly angled beside the main bear and should look like a companion piece, not a separate unrelated toy.
Potted Geranium
Pot
- With terracotta, make 6 sc in MR.
- Inc to 12.
- (Sc, inc) around to 18.
- BLO sc around.
- Sc around for 4 rounds.
- For the rim, work hdc around with a slight increase every 5 or 6 stitches.
Lightly stuff or insert a small cardboard circle to stabilize the base.
Leaves
Make 4 to 5 rounded leaves in dark green. Each leaf can be made by chaining 5, then working around the chain with sc, hdc, sc, and a slip stitch finish. Slightly curve the leaf and layer them around the top of the pot.
Flowers
Make 5 to 7 tiny red blossoms. Sew them to short stems made from green yarn chains or wrapped wire. Insert them between the leaves so they rise above the pot rim in a loose cluster. The arrangement should look fuller at the top left side, just like the display piece.
Mini Folded Mat or Card
This small cream rectangle sits beside the planter and includes a tiny floral detail. It looks like a folded cloth, mat, or little keepsake card.
- With cream, ch 10.
- Sc in second chain from hook and across. Turn.
- Work 5 more rows of sc.
- Fasten off.
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With green, embroider a short stem and two tiny leaves. With red, add one tiny flower near the center. Fold one corner slightly or stitch a soft crease if you want the same relaxed look as the image.
Assembly Order
- Sew muzzle to head and embroider nose and mouth line.
- Sew ears to head.
- Sew head to neck and torso securely.
- Attach arms.
- Attach legs evenly at the lower front body.
- Add bodice and skirt if not already crocheted directly onto body.
- Sew shoulder flowers and skirt flowers.
- Attach sandals.
- Sew beret in a tilted position.
- Sew purse and strap in place.
- Make and place the mini bear, planter, and folded mat.
Final Assembly and Facial Detailing
Shape the head with your hands before the final sewing is tightened. The cheeks should be softly rounded, the muzzle centered, and the eye area smooth. Pull the nose embroidery slightly downward so the face looks calm and sweet rather than surprised.
When sewing the head to the neck, check the profile often. The bear in the image has a straight, upright posture. Avoid a drooping chin or backward tilt. Add a little extra stuffing at the front neck if needed before closing the seam.
Pin the beret first. The front brim should dip over the left forehead while the upper crown leans left. The right ear remains visible. That asymmetry is important to the overall charm.
Before attaching the purse permanently, seat the bear and let the strap settle naturally. The purse should land on the left side and not swing too far forward. Tack the strap at the shoulder if you want extra stability.
Care Notes
- Display pieces with flowers hold their shape best when handled gently.
- Spot clean whenever possible.
- Keep away from prolonged direct sunlight to protect the terracotta and red shades.
- If gifting to a child, embroider eyes instead of using safety eyes.
- Check all small accessories are sewn firmly if the set will be handled often.
Quick Checklist Before You Finish
- Head centered and facing forward
- Eyes evenly placed and secure
- Muzzle sewn tightly with no gaps
- Beret tilted left and sitting low
- Shoulder flowers balanced on both sides
- Skirt flowers spaced naturally, not in stiff rows
- Purse strap crossing from right shoulder to left hip
- Sandals aligned evenly on both feet
- Mini bear colors matching the main design
- Planter and folded mat scaled small beside the bear
Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines
For dust, use a soft dry brush and move gently around the flowers, beret edge, and purse strap. A small clean makeup brush works well for the stitched texture.
For light marks, dab with a cloth barely moistened with cool water and mild soap. Do not rub hard. Press with a dry towel to remove moisture and let the item air dry fully.
If the bear loses shape after handling, massage the stuffing back into place with your fingers. Smooth the skirt downward and rotate the flowers back to the front.
Store in a clean dry box with acid-free tissue if kept seasonally. Do not hang the bear by the purse strap or beret. Lay accessories beside the doll to prevent stretching.
For long-term display, keep the set away from damp areas and strong heat. Cotton yarn holds up well, but shaped details such as petals and leaves stay crisp longest in a stable indoor environment.
