Crochet Tutorial: Garden Bee Girl in Blue Striped Overalls with Floral Crown and Honeycomb Accessories – Free Crochet Pattern.

This cheerful garden bee girl features a large yellow head, glossy round eyes, curved antennae, white lace-style wings, black arms and legs, and yellow flower sandals. Her blue-and-white striped overalls include an asymmetrical turquoise panel, embroidered bees, tiny flowers, yellow buttons, and matching straps. The set also includes a wide-brimmed yellow sunhat with a blue bow and a miniature honeycomb beehive accessory.

Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.

Pattern Information

• Skill level: Intermediate amigurumi. Confident beginners may complete the project by carefully checking every stitch count.
• Terminology: This pattern uses standard US crochet terminology.
• Construction: The head, torso, arms, legs, clothing, wings, antennae, hat, sandals, flowers, bees, and beehive are made separately and assembled.
• Finished height: Approximately 14 inches or 35.5 centimeters from the sandals to the top of the head.
• Height with antennae: Approximately 17 inches or 43 centimeters.
• Head width: Approximately 7 inches or 18 centimeters.
• Overalls width: Approximately 6 inches or 15 centimeters across the widest section.
• Recommended hook: 2.5 mm crochet hook for the doll and 2.25 mm hook for tiny appliqués.
• Gauge: 24 single crochet stitches and 25 rounds should measure approximately 4 inches or 10 centimeters.

Use a tight, even tension so the stuffing remains hidden. Measure your gauge before beginning because the overalls, hat, sandals, and facial pieces are designed to fit the finished body dimensions produced by the stated gauge.

Materials

• DK or light worsted cotton yarn in golden yellow, approximately 180 yards.
• DK yarn in bright turquoise blue, approximately 150 yards.
• DK yarn in white, approximately 70 yards.
• DK yarn in black, approximately 80 yards.
• Small quantities of pink, pale pink, light green, pale yellow, brown, and cream yarn.
• Two glossy black safety eyes, 24 to 26 mm.
• Two small pale yellow buttons, approximately 12 mm.
• Polyester fiberfill.
• Yarn needle and embroidery needle.
• Stitch markers.
• Sewing pins.
• Black embroidery thread.
• White sewing thread for securing the eye highlights and wings.
• Optional flexible craft wire for display-only antennae.
• Optional fabric glue for securing very small decorative pieces after sewing.

Safety note: Safety eyes, buttons, wire, and small appliqués are not suitable for children younger than three years. For a child-safe version, embroider the eyes, omit the wire, and embroider the overall buttons directly onto the garment.

Abbreviations

• MR: Magic ring.
• ch: Chain.
• sl st: Slip stitch.
• sc: Single crochet.
• hdc: Half double crochet.
• dc: Double crochet.
• inc: Work 2 single crochet stitches in the same stitch.
• dec: Invisible single crochet decrease over the next 2 stitches.
• BLO: Back loop only.
• FLO: Front loop only.
• FO: Fasten off.

Important Pattern Notes

• Work the amigurumi pieces in continuous spiral rounds unless instructed otherwise.
• Place a stitch marker in the first stitch of every round.
• Numbers in parentheses show the stitch count at the end of the round or row.
• Stuff gradually to avoid lumps and visible gaps.
• Do not overstuff the neck, shoulders, wrists, or ankles.
• Color changes should be completed in the final yarn-over of the stitch before the new color begins.
• The viewer’s left and right refer to the finished doll as viewed from the front.

Head

Use golden yellow yarn. The head is slightly narrower at the crown, widest through the cheeks, and gently flattened along the lower face. Keep the increases staggered when possible so the finished head remains smooth rather than hexagonal.

1. Round 1: Work 6 sc into an MR. (6)
2. Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12)
3. Round 3: Repeat 1 sc, inc around. (18)
4. Round 4: Repeat 2 sc, inc around. (24)
5. Round 5: Repeat 3 sc, inc around. (30)
6. Round 6: Repeat 4 sc, inc around. (36)
7. Round 7: Repeat 5 sc, inc around. (42)
8. Round 8: Repeat 6 sc, inc around. (48)
9. Round 9: Repeat 7 sc, inc around. (54)
10. Rounds 10-16: Sc in each stitch around. (54)
11. Round 17: Repeat 8 sc, inc around. (60)
12. Rounds 18-23: Sc in each stitch around. (60)
13. Round 24: Repeat 8 sc, dec around. (54)
14. Round 25: Sc in each stitch around. (54)
15. Round 26: Repeat 7 sc, dec around. (48)
16. Round 27: Sc in each stitch around. (48)
17. Round 28: Repeat 6 sc, dec around. (42)
18. Round 29: Repeat 5 sc, dec around. (36)
19. Round 30: Repeat 4 sc, dec around. (30)
20. Round 31: Repeat 3 sc, dec around. (24)

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Do not close the opening. The 24-stitch opening forms the neck connection. Add stuffing firmly around the forehead, cheeks, and jaw while keeping the lower opening flexible enough for sewing.

White Eye Pads

Make two with white yarn. These oval pieces create the visible white area beneath and around the oversized black eyes.

1. Round 1: Ch 8. Beginning in the second ch from the hook, work 6 sc, 3 sc in the final ch, rotate, work 5 sc along the opposite side, then 2 sc in the first ch. (16)
2. Round 2: Inc, 5 sc, inc in each of the next 3 stitches, 5 sc, inc in each of the final 2 stitches. (22)

FO with a long sewing tail. Flatten each oval. Insert one safety-eye post slightly above the center of each white oval. The lower white section should remain more visible than the upper section.

Eye Placement

Position the eye centers between Rounds 18 and 19 of the head. Leave approximately 8 visible head stitches between the inside edges of the black eyes. The outer edges should sit near the sides of the face without wrapping onto the back.

Insert the safety-eye posts through the head and secure them. Sew the white eye pads completely to the head with small stitches. Use black embroidery thread to outline the lower and outer edges of the white pads, creating the bold cartoon-style eye shape shown in the design.

Upper Eyelid Line

Using black yarn or embroidery thread, stitch a curved line over the upper outer third of each eye. Begin near the inner top edge and finish approximately one stitch beyond the outer eye edge. Keep both lines smooth and symmetrical.

Rounded Bee Nose

Use golden yellow yarn.

1. Round 1: Work 6 sc into an MR. (6)
2. Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12)
3. Round 3: Repeat 1 sc, inc around. (18)
4. Rounds 4-5: Sc in each stitch around. (18)
5. Round 6: Repeat 1 sc, dec around. (12)

Add a small amount of stuffing. FO with a long tail. Position the nose between Rounds 21 and 24, centered between the eyes. Sew around the final round while gently pressing the lower edge inward to create a softly rounded button shape.

Facial Embroidery

Use black embroidery thread and a fine needle. Embroider each eyebrow approximately four stitches above its corresponding eye. Each eyebrow should span five head stitches and curve slightly downward toward the outside.

For the mouth, begin beneath the center of the nose near Round 25. Stitch a shallow curved smile approximately nine stitches wide. Add one short curved stitch at each end to form the raised cheeks. Do not pull the thread tightly enough to distort the face.

Antennae

Antenna Bulbs

Make two with black yarn.

1. Round 1: Work 6 sc into an MR. (6)
2. Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12)
3. Rounds 3-4: Sc in each stitch around. (12)
4. Round 5: Dec around. (6)

Stuff each bulb firmly. FO, leaving a long tail. Do not close the final opening completely until the stem is inserted.

Antenna Stems

Make two with black yarn.

1. Ch 15.
2. Beginning in the second ch from the hook, sl st into the back bump of each ch. (14 sl st)
3. FO with long tails at both ends.

For a display doll, lay a 4-inch piece of flexible craft wire along each stem and whipstitch it inside a narrow black yarn casing. Turn the wire ends into tiny loops before covering them. Omit wire completely when making the toy for a child.

Insert one stem end into each bulb and sew securely. Attach the opposite stem ends between Head Rounds 4 and 6. Space them approximately 12 stitches apart. Angle both stems outward by about 25 degrees, then bend the top sections slightly inward.

Torso

Use golden yellow yarn. The torso is wider around the lower abdomen and gradually narrows toward the neck.

1. Round 1: Work 6 sc into an MR. (6)
2. Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12)
3. Round 3: Repeat 1 sc, inc around. (18)
4. Round 4: Repeat 2 sc, inc around. (24)
5. Round 5: Repeat 3 sc, inc around. (30)
6. Round 6: Repeat 4 sc, inc around. (36)
7. Rounds 7-15: Sc in each stitch around. (36)
8. Round 16: Repeat 4 sc, dec around. (30)
9. Rounds 17-20: Sc in each stitch around. (30)
10. Round 21: Repeat 3 sc, dec around. (24)
11. Rounds 22-23: Sc in each stitch around. (24)

Stuff the lower body firmly and the upper torso moderately. FO with a long tail. The final 24 stitches will align with the 24-stitch opening at the base of the head.

Black Arms

Make two with black yarn. The lower ends form softly rounded hands, and the upper arms remain slim enough to fit beneath the yellow sleeves.

1. Round 1: Work 6 sc into an MR. (6)
2. Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12)
3. Rounds 3-5: Sc in each stitch around. (12)
4. Round 6: Repeat 4 sc, dec twice. (10)
5. Rounds 7-19: Sc in each stitch around. (10)

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Stuff the hand and lower half of the arm lightly. Leave the upper five rounds nearly unstuffed so the arms hang naturally. Flatten the final round and crochet 5 sc through both layers. FO with a long sewing tail.

Yellow Puff Sleeves

Make two with golden yellow yarn.

1. Round 1: Work 6 sc into an MR. (6)
2. Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12)
3. Round 3: Repeat 1 sc, inc around. (18)
4. Round 4: Sc in BLO around. (18)
5. Round 5: Sc in each stitch around. (18)
6. Round 6: Repeat 1 sc, dec around. (12)

FO with a long tail. Slide one sleeve over the top of each black arm. The sleeve opening should cover approximately the upper three rounds of the arm. Sew the sleeve to the arm without flattening the rounded sleeve cap.

Black Legs and Feet

Make two. Work each foot and leg as one piece using black yarn.

1. Round 1: Ch 6. Beginning in the second ch from the hook, work 4 sc, 3 sc in the final ch, rotate, work 3 sc along the opposite side, then inc in the first ch. (12)
2. Round 2: Inc, 3 sc, inc in each of the next 3 stitches, 3 sc, inc in each of the final 2 stitches. (18)
3. Round 3: Sc in BLO around. (18)
4. Round 4: Work 6 sc, 3 dec, 6 sc. (15)
5. Round 5: Work 5 sc, 2 dec, 6 sc. (13)
6. Round 6: Sc in each stitch around. (13)
7. Round 7: Dec, 11 sc. (12)
8. Rounds 8-16: Sc in each stitch around. (12)

Stuff the foot firmly, paying attention to the toe. Stuff the leg lightly but evenly. Flatten the top so the toe points directly forward, then crochet 6 sc through both layers. FO with a long sewing tail.

Blue and White Striped Overall Shorts

The base garment is made from two striped legs joined at the crotch. Use turquoise blue and white yarn. Carry unused yarn loosely along the inside only when the color will be used again within two rounds.

First Overall Leg

1. Round 1: With turquoise, ch 25. Join to the first ch without twisting. Work 24 sc around. (24)
2. Round 2: Sc around in turquoise. (24)
3. Rounds 3-4: Change to white and sc around. (24)
4. Rounds 5-6: Change to turquoise and sc around. (24)
5. Rounds 7-8: Change to white and sc around. (24)
6. Rounds 9-10: Change to turquoise and sc around. (24)
7. Rounds 11-12: Change to white and sc around. (24)
8. Rounds 13-14: Change to turquoise and sc around. (24)

FO the first leg, leaving a short tail to weave in.

Second Overall Leg and Joining

Repeat Rounds 1-14 for the second leg, but do not fasten off.

1. Round 15: Ch 4, sc into the first stitch of the first leg, sc around all 24 stitches of the first leg, work 4 sc into the back bumps of the connecting chains, sc around all 24 stitches of the second leg, then work 4 sc along the unused side of the connecting chains. (56)
2. Round 16: Sc in each stitch around. (56)
3. Round 17: Repeat 12 sc, dec four times. (52)
4. Round 18: Repeat 11 sc, dec four times. (48)
5. Round 19: Sc in each stitch around. (48)
6. Round 20: Repeat 6 sc, dec around. (42)
7. Round 21: Sc in each stitch around. (42)
8. Round 22: Repeat 5 sc, dec around. (36)
9. Rounds 23-24: Sc in each stitch around in turquoise. (36)

FO and weave in all yarn ends. The garment should fit snugly around the lower torso while leaving enough space for the body and leg seams.

Overall Bib

Use turquoise yarn. Place the joined-leg seam at the center back. Mark the central 22 stitches across the front waistband.

1. Row 1: Join yarn to the first marked stitch. Ch 1, sc across 22 stitches. Turn. (22)
2. Rows 2-8: Ch 1, sc across. Turn. (22)
3. Row 9: Ch 1, dec, 18 sc, dec. Turn. (20)
4. Rows 10-12: Ch 1, sc across. Turn. (20)
5. Row 13: Ch 1, dec, 16 sc, dec. Turn. (18)
6. Rows 14-15: Ch 1, sc across. Turn. (18)

FO. Join turquoise yarn at one lower bib corner. Work sc evenly up the side, across the top, down the opposite side, and across the waistband edge. Sl st to the first edging stitch and FO.

Overall Shoulder Straps

Make two with turquoise yarn.

1. Row 1: Ch 5. Beginning in the second ch from the hook, sc across. Turn. (4)
2. Rows 2-26: Ch 1, sc across. Turn. (4)

FO with a long tail. Sew one strap to each upper bib corner. Cross neither strap. Bring them straight over the shoulders and sew the opposite ends to the back waistband, approximately six stitches apart from the center-back seam.

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Yellow Overall Buttons

Make two with pale yellow yarn.

1. Round 1: Work 6 sc into an MR. Join with a sl st. (6)
2. Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. Join. (12)

FO with a long tail. Sew one button over each upper bib corner where the straps begin. Embroider two short cream stitches through the center of each button to imitate buttonholes.

Asymmetrical Turquoise Leg Panel

This solid panel covers the front of the viewer’s left overall leg and narrows diagonally toward the viewer’s right side of the bib. Use turquoise yarn and work in rows.

1. Row 1: Ch 19. Beginning in the second ch from the hook, sc across. Turn. (18)
2. Rows 2-10: Ch 1, sc across. Turn. (18)
3. Row 11: Ch 1, dec, sc across. Turn. (17)
4. Row 12: Ch 1, sc across to the final 2 stitches, dec. Turn. (16)
5. Row 13: Ch 1, dec, sc across. Turn. (15)
6. Row 14: Ch 1, sc across to the final 2 stitches, dec. Turn. (14)
7. Row 15: Ch 1, dec, sc across. Turn. (13)
8. Row 16: Ch 1, sc across to the final 2 stitches, dec. Turn. (12)
9. Row 17: Ch 1, dec, sc across. Turn. (11)
10. Row 18: Ch 1, sc across to the final 2 stitches, dec. Turn. (10)
11. Row 19: Ch 1, dec, sc across. Turn. (9)
12. Row 20: Ch 1, sc across. (9)

FO with a long tail. Place the wide end at the lower front of the viewer’s left leg. Align one straight edge with the outer-leg seam. Angle the narrowing edge upward across the center front toward the viewer’s right side of the bib.

Sew the panel along the outer edge, bottom edge, and diagonal edge. Leave the uppermost narrow section slightly raised to create the layered wrap-over appearance visible on the finished overalls.

Black Embroidered Swirl

Use black embroidery thread. On the turquoise bib, stitch a thin curved line beginning near the center and curling toward the viewer’s left. Add one small loop at the end. Keep the design approximately six stitches wide and two rounds tall.

Tiny Bee Appliqués

Make three bees. Place one on the upper bib, one on the solid turquoise leg panel, and one near the lower outer edge of the striped leg.

Bee Body

Use yellow yarn and the 2.25 mm hook.

1. Ch 5.
2. Beginning in the second ch, work 3 sc, 3 sc in the final ch, rotate, work 2 sc along the opposite side, then inc in the first ch. (10)
3. Join with a sl st and FO.

Use black embroidery thread to make two vertical bands across each yellow body. Add a tiny black stitch at one end for the head. Keep the bands narrow so the yellow sections remain visible.

Bee Wings

With white yarn, attach beside the upper center of the bee body. Ch 3, sl st into the same point, ch 3 again, and sl st into the same point. FO and secure the tails on the back.

Sew the first bee near the center of the bib, the second near the lower left panel, and the third near the lower outer edge of the striped right leg. Angle each bee differently to create a lively garden scene.

Small Overall Flower Cluster

Pink Flower

1. With pale yellow yarn, work 5 sc into an MR. Join and FO.
2. Join pink yarn to any stitch.
3. Repeat ch 3, 2 dc in the same stitch, ch 3, sl st in the same stitch for each of the 5 center stitches.
4. FO and weave the tails to the back.

Small White Flower

1. With yellow yarn, work 5 sc into an MR. Join.
2. Change to white.
3. Repeat ch 2, hdc, ch 2, sl st in the same stitch around. Five petals are formed.

Green Leaves

Make two with light green yarn. Ch 5. Beginning in the second ch, work sl st, sc, hdc, 3 hdc in the final ch, rotate, then hdc, sc, and sl st along the opposite side. FO.

Sew the pink flower, white flower, and two leaves together near the upper diagonal section of the turquoise overlay. Arrange the leaves beneath the petals so the cluster remains compact and does not cover the shoulder strap.

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White Lace-Style Wings

Make two with white yarn. Each wing is worked in rows and finished with an open chain-loop border. Use a loose but even tension so the wings remain light and airy.

1. Row 1: Ch 7. Beginning in the second ch from the hook, sc across. Turn. (6)
2. Row 2: Ch 1, inc, 4 sc, inc. Turn. (8)
3. Row 3: Ch 1, inc, 6 sc, inc. Turn. (10)
4. Row 4: Ch 1, inc, 8 sc, inc. Turn. (12)
5. Row 5: Ch 4, dc in the first stitch, repeat ch 1, skip 1 stitch, dc in the next stitch five times, ch 1, dc in the final stitch. Turn.
6. Row 6: Ch 4, dc in the first dc, ch 1, dc into each dc across with ch 1 between each dc, then work ch 1, dc again in the final dc. Turn.
7. Rows 7-9: Repeat Row 6, maintaining one ch between each dc and adding one dc at both outer edges.
8. Row 10: Ch 4, skip the first ch-space, dc in the next dc, continue ch 1 and dc across, then omit the final edge increase. Turn.
9. Rows 11-12: Repeat Row 10, removing one mesh section from each outer edge.
10. Row 13: Ch 1, work 1 sc into each dc and 1 sc into each ch-space across.

Do not fasten off after Row 13. Ch 3, sl st into the next edge stitch, and repeat this chain loop evenly around the entire wing. Join with a sl st and FO with a long tail.

Lightly steam-block the wings without touching them directly with the iron. Shape each wing into a rounded teardrop approximately 4.5 inches long and 3 inches wide.

Yellow Sandal Soles

Make four identical sole pieces with golden yellow yarn. Two soles are used for each foot to create a sturdy layered edge.

1. Round 1: Ch 8. Beginning in the second ch, work 6 sc, 3 sc in the final ch, rotate, work 5 sc along the opposite side, then inc in the first ch. (16)
2. Round 2: Inc, 5 sc, inc in each of the next 3 stitches, 5 sc, inc in each of the final 2 stitches. (22)
3. Round 3: Repeat 1 sc, inc once, work 5 sc, repeat 1 sc, inc three times, work 5 sc, then repeat 1 sc, inc twice. (28)

FO two pieces. Leave long tails on the remaining two pieces. Place one sole beneath each black foot and one matching sole under it. Sew through both yellow sole layers around the foot, leaving the black upper foot visible.

Sandal Toe Bands

Make two with golden yellow yarn.

1. Row 1: Ch 14. Beginning in the second ch, hdc across. (13)
2. Row 2: Ch 1, sc across. (13)

FO with long tails. Curve each band over the front of the black foot. Sew the ends to the yellow sole approximately five sole stitches apart. The band should hold the foot without compressing it.

Sandal Heel Straps

Make two with golden yellow yarn.

1. Ch 18.
2. Beginning in the second ch, sl st through each ch. (17)

FO with long tails. Sew each strap from one side of the sole, around the back of the ankle, and to the opposite side. Keep the strap positioned directly above the heel.

Sandal Flowers

Make two with white yarn. Work 5 sc into an MR. Join. Repeat ch 2, hdc, ch 2, sl st into the same stitch around to create five petals. Add a small yellow French knot or yarn knot at the center.

Sew one flower to the outer side of each toe band. The flowers should face forward and slightly outward, matching the cheerful floral details on the crown and overalls.

Floral Crown Base

Use light green yarn. Ch 42. Beginning in the second ch, sl st through all 41 chains. FO with long tails. Place the crown base across the top front of the head between the antennae.

Large Center Pink Flower

1. With pale yellow yarn, work 6 sc into an MR. Join and FO.
2. Join pink yarn to any stitch.
3. Repeat ch 3, 2 dc, ch 3, sl st in the same stitch around. Six petals are formed.
4. FO with a long sewing tail.

White Crown Flowers

Make four. With pale yellow yarn, work 5 sc into an MR. Join. Change to white and repeat ch 2, hdc, ch 2, sl st in the same stitch around. Five petals are formed.

Small Yellow Side Flowers

Make two. With golden yellow yarn, work 5 sc into an MR. Join. Repeat ch 2, sc, ch 2, sl st in the same stitch around. Five small petals are formed.

Crown Leaves

Make six with light green yarn. Ch 5. Beginning in the second ch, work sl st, sc, hdc, 3 hdc in the final ch, rotate, then hdc, sc, and sl st along the opposite side. FO with sewing tails.

Sew the large pink flower at the center of the green crown base. Place two white flowers on each side. Add three leaves behind each pair of white flowers. Sew one small yellow flower at each outer end.

Pin the completed crown between Head Rounds 6 and 9. The center pink flower should sit directly between the antennae. Sew the green base securely while leaving the outer petals slightly raised.

Wide-Brimmed Yellow Sunhat

Use golden yellow yarn. The hat is displayed beside the doll in the reference arrangement, but it is sized to fit over the crown area when the antennae are gently positioned through the top opening.

1. Round 1: Work 6 sc into an MR. (6)
2. Round 2: Inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: Repeat 1 sc, inc around. (18)
4. Round 4: Repeat 2 sc, inc around. (24)
5. Round 5: Repeat 3 sc, inc around. (30)
6. Round 6: Repeat 4 sc, inc around. (36)
7. Round 7: Repeat 5 sc, inc around. (42)
8. Round 8: Repeat 6 sc, inc around. (48)
9. Round 9: Sc in BLO around. (48)
10. Rounds 10-18: Sc in each stitch around. (48)
11. Round 19: Working in FLO, repeat 7 sc, inc around. (54)
12. Round 20: Repeat 8 sc, inc around. (60)
13. Round 21: Repeat 9 sc, inc around. (66)
14. Round 22: Repeat 10 sc, inc around. (72)
15. Round 23: Repeat 11 sc, inc around. (78)
16. Round 24: Repeat 12 sc, inc around. (84)
17. Round 25: Sc in each stitch around. (84)

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FO and weave in the tail. Lightly block the brim into a wide, flat circle. Shape one side with a slight upward curve to match the relaxed garden-hat appearance.

Blue Hatband

With turquoise yarn, ch 52. Beginning in the second ch, sc across. (51) FO with long tails. Wrap the band around Hat Rounds 17-18 and sew the ends together at the viewer’s right side.

Blue Bow

1. Bow rectangle: Ch 11. Beginning in the second ch, sc across. Turn. (10)
2. Rows 2-5: Ch 1, sc across. Turn. (10)
3. FO and weave in the tail.
4. Bow center: Ch 6. Beginning in the second ch, sc across. (5)

Pinch the rectangle at the center and wrap the short center strip around it. Sew securely. Make two bow tails by chaining 13 and slip stitching back along each chain. Sew the bow and tails over the hatband seam.

Miniature Honeycomb Beehive Accessory

Use pale golden yellow yarn. This small dome-shaped accessory sits beside the doll and includes a brown entrance and raised hive ridges.

1. Round 1: Work 6 sc into an MR. (6)
2. Round 2: Inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: Repeat 1 sc, inc around. (18)
4. Round 4: Repeat 2 sc, inc around. (24)
5. Round 5: Sc in BLO around. (24)
6. Rounds 6-8: Sc around. (24)
7. Round 9: Repeat 2 sc, dec around. (18)
8. Round 10: Sc around. (18)
9. Round 11: Repeat 1 sc, dec around. (12)
10. Round 12: Sc around. (12)
11. Round 13: Dec around. (6)

Stuff firmly before completing Round 13. FO and close the opening. With the hive upright, use yellow yarn to surface slip stitch around Rounds 5, 7, 9, and 11, creating four raised horizontal ridges.

Brown Hive Entrance

1. With brown yarn, work 6 sc into an MR. (6)
2. Inc in each stitch around. (12)

FO with a long tail. Flatten the circle into a small oval and sew it to the front of the hive across Rounds 6-9. Keep the lower edge approximately two rounds above the base.

Joining the Head and Torso

Align the 24 stitches of the torso opening with the 24 stitches at the base of the head. Check that the face points directly forward and that the torso’s beginning-round seam is at the back.

Use the torso tail to sew the pieces together with one stitch through every matching pair of stitches. Add small amounts of stuffing inside the neck as you sew. Complete a second reinforcing pass around the seam before securing the yarn.

Attaching the Legs

Place the legs beneath the lower torso approximately four stitches apart. The toes must point directly forward. Sew the flattened upper edge of each leg across Body Rounds 3-5.

After sewing the front edge, pass the needle through the body and stitch the back edge to the torso. This double attachment prevents the legs from twisting after the overalls are added.

Dressing the Doll

Slide the overall shorts over the feet and legs before attaching the sandals. Pull the waistband to Body Rounds 11-14. The joined crotch seam should remain centered between the legs.

Place the bib against the center front. Bring the straps over the shoulders and secure them at the back waistband. Add a few hidden stitches through the waistband and torso to prevent the clothing from rotating.

Attaching the Arms

Position the arms directly beneath the sides of the head at Body Rounds 18-21. The top of each yellow sleeve should sit approximately two body stitches below the neck seam.

Angle both arms slightly downward. Sew the flattened upper edge of each arm to the torso. Add two hidden anchoring stitches from the inner sleeve edge to the body so the sleeves remain rounded and stable.

Attaching the Wings

Place the narrow bases of the wings on the upper back, centered behind the shoulders. The upper wing tips should begin near the neck seam, and the lower tips should end near Body Round 13.

Leave approximately two stitches between the inner wing edges. Angle each wing outward by about 35 degrees. Sew only the narrow inner edges to the body so the mesh sections remain free and lightly raised.

Attaching the Sandals

Place each black foot between its two yellow sole layers and complete the sole seams. Confirm that both toes point forward before tightening the final stitches.

Position the toe bands across the widest part of each foot. Place the heel straps around the lower ankles. Sew the white flowers to the outer edges of the toe bands after all sandal seams are secure.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

• Check that both eyes are level and that equal amounts of white are visible beneath them.
• Confirm that the nose sits exactly between the eyes and above the center of the smile.
• Secure the floral crown without covering the eyebrows or antenna bases.
• Arrange the antenna bulbs at equal heights.
• Shape both cheeks by gently redistributing the stuffing with your fingers.
• Secure all overall appliqués with matching sewing thread.
• Add one tiny white embroidered highlight to the upper outer area of each black eye when desired.
• Weave every yarn tail into the nearest stuffed section before trimming.

Care Notes

Keep the doll away from direct sunlight for long periods because strong light may fade the yellow, turquoise, and pink yarn. Store the sunhat flat so the brim does not fold permanently.

Avoid pulling the wings, antennae, buttons, or tiny bee appliqués. These decorative elements are securely sewn but are not designed to function as handles.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• The head is centered over the torso and does not lean forward.
• The eye pads are fully sewn with no loose white edges.
• The eyebrows, nose, and mouth are symmetrical.
• The overalls fit smoothly without twisting around the body.
• The solid turquoise panel covers the viewer’s left leg front.
• The right overall leg remains visibly blue-and-white striped.
• Both yellow buttons are level.
• Three bee appliqués and the small flower cluster are attached.
• The wings are positioned at matching angles.
• The sandals sit flat and both flowers face outward.
• The floral crown is centered between the antennae.
• The sunhat brim is smooth and the blue bow is secure.
• The miniature hive is firmly stuffed and its brown entrance is centered.

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

For light dust, use a clean, soft brush and gently sweep in the direction of the crochet stitches. A lint roller should not be used on the wings, flowers, antennae, or appliqués.

For spot cleaning, dampen a white cloth with cool water and a small amount of mild detergent. Press the cloth against the affected area without rubbing. Remove soap with a second damp cloth.

Do not machine wash when safety eyes, buttons, wire, or layered appliqués are included. Do not twist, wring, bleach, tumble dry, or iron the finished doll.

After cleaning, reshape the head, wings, overalls, sandals, and hat by hand. Place the doll on a dry towel in a well-ventilated area and allow it to air-dry completely.

For long-term storage, place the doll upright in a clean cotton bag or acid-free box. Support the antennae and hat brim with soft tissue paper. Avoid sealed plastic bags in humid conditions because trapped moisture may damage the yarn and stuffing.