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Posted on July 27, 2023July 27, 2026 by My Fingers Fly — 1 Comment

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This CAL will run exclusively in the MFF Crochet Family Group in August.

August 9 – Back

August 11 – Right Front

August 14 – Left Front

August 16 – Sleeves

August 18 – Assembly & Zipper

August 21 – Pockets & Fringe

Materials needed:

Red Heart Super Saver worsted weight yarn:

14 [15, 16] oz. Pink Camo

2 oz. Petal Pink

1 oz. Pretty ‘n Pink

Size H (5.0 mm) crochet hook (or size needed to obtain gauge) Yarn needle

13” [14”, 15”] pink sweater zipper

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Posted on July 24, 2023October 17, 2025 by My Fingers Fly — 1 Comment

Teddy Bear Crochet Pattern

Hug Me, I’m Handmade: Crochet Your Own Teddy Bear! 🧸💕

There’s something timeless and heartwarming about a teddy bear. Whether it’s for a baby shower, a birthday gift, or just a cozy companion, a handmade teddy bear is a gift that says “you’re loved” in every stitch.

If you’re looking for your next adorable project using blanket yarn, this Teddy Bear Crochet Pattern might just steal your heart.

Why Crochet a Teddy Bear?

Teddy bears aren’t just for kids—they’re for anyone who could use a little extra comfort. Crocheting one lets you:

🧶 Use Up Yarn Stash – A perfect project for leftover yarn in browns, creams, pastels, or even bright, whimsical colors.

💖 Make It Personal – Add a bowtie, a little heart patch, or embroider the recipient’s initials. Each bear becomes one-of-a-kind.

🎁 Create a Heirloom – Handmade gifts are cherished for years. Your teddy bear could become someone’s childhood favorite!

What to Expect from the Pattern

Our teddy bear pattern is beginner-friendly with clear instructions and helpful photos, but it also includes a few options to customize your creation:

✔️ Step-by-step instructions (US terms)
✔️ Use safety eyes for older children, crochet eyes for children under 3 years of age
✔️ Approximately finished size: 26 inches tall using super bulky yarn

This pattern is perfect for confident beginners and experienced crocheters alike. If you’ve mastered the magic ring and simple shaping, you’re ready to get started!

Make It a Memory

Whether you keep it, gift it, or sell it at your next craft fair, this teddy bear will bring smiles wherever it goes.

So grab your hook, pick your super bulky or jumbo weight yarn, and start stitching the bear hugs! 🧸✨

Blanket Yarn Teddy Bear

Materials:

2 skeins Bernat Blanket Stripes

Few yards black bulky

Size M (9.00 mm) crochet hook

Yarn needle

Fiberfill

Safety eyes and safety nose (optional)

Finished bear measures approximately 26” tall.

DIRECTIONS:

HEAD:

Rnd 1: Ch 2 (or magic circle), 10 sc in 2^nd ch from hook. Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (20 sc).

Rnd 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (30 sc).

Rnd 4: *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (40 sc).

Rnd 5: Sc in each st.

Rnd 6: *Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (50 sc).

Rnds 7-12: Sc in each st.

Rnd 13: *Dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 8 sts,* repeat around (45 sc).

Rnd 14: *Dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 7 sts,* repeat around (40 sc).

Rnd 15: *Dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 6 sts,* repeat around (35 sc).

Rnd 16: *Dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 5 sts,* repeat around (30 sc).

Rnd 17: *Dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 4 sts,* repeat around (25 sc). Stuff head.

Rnd 18: *Dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 3 sts,* repeat around (20 sc).

Rnd 19: *Dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 2 sts,* repeat around (15 sc).

Rnd 20: *Dec over next 2 sts, sc in next st,* repeat around (10 sc). Join with sl st. Fasten off leaving 12” length for sewing. Finish stuffing.

EARS: (Make 2)

Rnd 1: Ch 2 (or magic circle), 10 sc in 2^nd ch from hook. Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (20 sc).

Fold in half and work through both sides of ear, sc in each st (10 sc).

Sew ears to top of head using photo for placement.

SNOUT:

Rnd 1: Ch 5, sc in 2^nd ch from hook and in next 2 ch, 3 sc in next ch. Working on opposite side of starting ch, sc in next 2 ch, 2 sc in last ch (10 sc). Do not join.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (20 sc).

Rnd 3: *2 sc in next st, sc in next st,* repeat around (30 sc).

Rnds 4-5: Sc in each st. Join with sl st and fasten off at end of Rnd 5 leaving 12” length for sewing. Use black yarn to embroider a triangle for the nose, or use black plastic safety nose. Stuff snout and sew to face using photo for placement.

EYES: (Make 2)

With black bulky yarn (or 2 strands of black worsted held together), ch 2 (or magic circle), 6 sc in 2^nd ch from hook. Join with sl st. Fasten off leaving 6” length for sewing. Sew eyes to face above the snout.

OPTIONAL:

Use plastic safety eyes for older children.

BODY:

Rnd 1: Ch 2 (or magic circle), 10 sc in 2^nd ch from hook. Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (20 sc).

Rnd 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (30 sc).

Rnd 4: *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (40 sc).

Rnd 5: Sc in each st.

Rnd 6: *Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (50 sc).

Rnds 7: Sc in each st.

Rnd 8: *Sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (60 sc).

Rnd 9: Sc in each st.

Rnd 10: *Sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (70 sc).

Rnds 11-16: Sc in each st.

Rnd 17: *Dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 12 sts,* repeat around (65 sc).

Rnds 18-19: Sc in each st.

Rnd 20: *Dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 11 sts,* repeat around (60 sc).

Rnds 21-22: Sc in each st.

Rnd 23: *Dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 10 sts,* repeat around (55 sc).

Rnds 24-25: Sc in each st.

Rnd 26: *Dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 9 sts,* repeat around (50 sc).

Rnd 27: Sc in each st.

Rnd 28: *Dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 8 sts,* repeat around (45 sc).

Rnd 29: Sc in each st.

Rnd 30: *Dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 7 sts,* repeat around (40 sc).

Rnd 31: Sc in each st.

Rnd 32: *Dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 6 sts,* repeat around (35 sc).

Rnd 33: Sc in each st. Stuff body.

Rnd 34: *Dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 5 sts,* repeat around (30 sc).

Rnd 35: *Dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 4 sts,* repeat around (25 sc).

Rnd 36: *Dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 3 sts,* repeat around (20 sc). Join with sl st. Fasten off leaving 12” length for sewing. Finish stuffing. Sew head to body.

LEGS: (Make 2)

Rnd 1: Ch 2 (or magic circle), 10 sc in 2^nd ch from hook. Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (20 sc).

Rnd 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (30 sc).

Rnd 4: *Sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (35 sc).

Rnds 5-6: Sc in each st.

Rnd 7: Dec 5 times, sc around (30 sc).

Rnds 8-15: Sc in each st. At end of Rnd 16, join with sl st. Fasten off leaving 12” length for sewing. Sew legs to bottom of body.

ARMS:

Rnd 1: Ch 2 (or magic circle), 10 sc in 2^nd ch from hook. Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (20 sc).

Rnds 3-9: Sc in each st. At end of Rnd 9, join with sl st. Fasten off leaving 12” length for sewing. Sew arms to sides of body.

PDF available at:

https://ravel.me/blanket-yarn-teddy-bear

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Posted on July 10, 2023July 10, 2026 by My Fingers Fly — 4 Comments

Royal Baby Sweater Crochet Pattern

July is World Watercolor Month—a time to dip your brushes, unleash your imagination, and celebrate the beauty of watercolor art in all its flowing, unpredictable charm.

Founded to inspire people to paint and share their work, Watercolor Month is more than just an artistic challenge—it’s a global celebration of creativity, self-expression, and the power of color. Whether you’re a professional artist, a hobbyist, or someone who’s never picked up a brush before, July is the perfect time to dive into something new.

All month long, we are featuring crochet patterns that let colors run wild!

Dress your new prince or princess in this Royal Baby Sweater. Adorable lightweight sweater designed to use the colors of a family crest. Pattern includes newborn to 3 month size with 6 month and 9 month sizes available on the paid PDF. Crocheted in sport yarn for a lightweight sweater, perfect for cool summer/fall evenings.

Royal Baby Sweater Crochet Pattern, Newborn-3M, 6M or 9M sizes with Scepter Rattle

Royal Baby Sweater Crochet Pattern

Size Newborn- 3 months [6-month and 9-month sizes are included in paid PDF]

Materials:

I Love This Yarn Sport Weight:

1 skein Bright Blue/75

1 skein Red/40

½ skein Sun Yellow/210

Size F (3.75 mm) & G (4.0 mm) crochet hooks (or size needed to obtain gauge)

Yarn needle

Four 5/8” royal crest or crown buttons

Gauge (G hook) 5 hdc = 1”, 4 rows hdc = 1”

BODY:

Row 1: With yellow yarn and F hook, ch 7. Sc in 2^nd ch from hook and next 5 ch. Ch1, turn (6 sc).

Row 2: Sc in back loop of each sc. Ch 1, turn. Repeat Row 2 until piece measures 90 rows. Fasten off yellow. Turn piece to work along ends of rows.

Row 1: (Right side) With G hook and red yarn, ch 1, work 1 hdc in each row end for 22 sts, switch to blue yarn, work hdc for 23 sts, switch to red yarn, work hdc for 23 sts, switch to blue yarn, work hdc for remaining 22 sts, ch 1, turn.

Row 2: Keeping in same color pattern, hdc in each hdc across. Ch 1, turn. Work even in hdc (in color pattern) until piece measures 4 ½ inches, ending on wrong side row. Ch 1, turn.

Next Row: Changing color pattern, with red hdc in next 45 sts, with blue hdc in next 23 sts, with yellow hdc in next 22 sts. Ch 1, turn.

Next Row: With yellow hdc in next 22 sts, with bue hdc in next 23 sts, with red hdc in next 45 sts. Ch 1, turn.

Repeat last 2 rows 1 time.

ARMHOLE SHAPING: Keeping color pattern, hdc in first 18 sts, ch 1, turn. Leave remaining sts unworked.

Right front: Work even in hdc until armhole measures 2 inches. End with right side facing for next row.

NECK SHAPING: Row 1: Sl st first 3 st, ch 1, hdc remaining sts. (15 hdc).

Row 2: Hdc across to last 2 sts, dec in last 2 sts (14 hdc).

Row 3: Dec 1^st 2 st, hdc across (13 hdc).

Row 4: Repeat Row 2 (12 hdc).

Row 5: Dec 1^st 2 st, hdc in next 4 st, sl st in next st. Leave remaining sts unworked.

BACK: Return to unworked stitches on body. Skip 8 sts. Attach red yarn in 9^th st, ch 1, hdc in same st. Hdc in each of next 37 sts. Work even in hdc until piece measures one row less than length of right front.

Last row: Sl st in first 7 sts, hdc across to last 8 sts, sl st next st, leave remaining 7 sts unworked. Fasten off. (23 hdc)

LEFT FRONT: Return to body, skip 8 st from back section. Attach yarn in 9^th st, ch 1, hdc in same st and in each st across. (18 hdc) Ch 1, turn. Work even in hdc until left front measures 2 inches.

NECK SHAPING: Row 1: Hdc in 15 hdc. Leave remaining st unworked. Ch 1, turn.

Row 2: Dec 1^st 2 st, hdc across (14 hdc).

Row 3: Hdc across to last 2 st, dec over last 2 sts (13 hdc).

Row 4: Repeat Row 2 (12 hdc).

Row 5: Sl st next 6 sts, hdc next 4 st, dec over next 2 st. Fasten off.

RIGHT SLEEVE:

Row 1: With yellow yarn and F hook, ch 7. Sc in 2^nd ch from hook and each ch across (6 sc). Ch 1, turn.

Row 2: Sc in back loop of ch sc across. Ch 1, turn. Repeat Row 2 until piece measures 26 rows. Switch to G hook and blue yarn. Turn to work across ends of rows.

Row 1: Hdc in each row end (26 hdc). Ch 1, turn.

Rows 2-3: Hdc in each hdc across. Ch 1, turn.

Row 4: 2 hdc in 1^st st, hdc across to last st, 2 hdc in last st. Ch 1, turn. (28 hdc).

Rows 5-7: Hdc in each hdc across. Ch 1, turn.

Row 8: Repeat Row 4 (30 hdc).

Repeat Rows 5-8, 2 times (34 hdc). Work even in hdc until piece measures 6 ½ inches. Fasten off.

LEFT SLEEVE:

With red yarn, repeat right sleeve.

ASSEMBLY:

With right sides facing, match shoulder seams and sew together. With right sides facing, sew sleeve seam. Then sew sleeves to body, easing to fit. Match shoulder seam to top middle of sleeve.

EDGING:

With yellow yarn and F hook, attach yarn to bottom right opening with right side facing.

Row 1: Ch 1, hdc in same st. Hdc in next 5 sc of ribbing. Work hdc evenly spaced up front of body (approximately 3 hdc for each 2 vertical hdc). Lay on a flat surface to ensure edging remains flat. Work 3 hdc in corner, continue in hdc around neckline, decreasing once at each shoulder seam. Work 3 hdc in left top corner and hdc down left front opening. Count stitches on left and right front openings to ensure both sides are even.

Row 2: Ch 1, turn. Sc in 1^st st. Work in ribbing: *fp hdc, bp hdc, repeat from * around.

Row 3: (Buttonhole row) Mark 4 sts evenly spaced down right front for girls, left front for boys. Ch 1, turn. Hdc in 1^st st. Work fp hdc around each front post and bp hdc around each back post. At each marked st, ch 1, sk 1 st for buttonhole. Fasten off. Sew buttons on opposite side of buttonholes. Weave in all ends.

PDF includes royal baby sweater and scepter rattle.

Royal Baby Sweater Crochet Pattern, Newborn-3M, 6M or 9M sizes with Scepter Rattle

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Posted on July 1, 2023July 1, 2026 by My Fingers Fly — 1 Comment

Rainbow Power Ornament Crochet Pattern

What better way to start off Water Color Month than with all the colors of the rainbow!

Capture the power of the rainbow in this quick and easy crochet pattern. Crochet a rainbow as a hand or a fist to use as a keychain, hanging ornament, backpack decoration, or a rearview mirror ornament. What will you use yours for?

They are easy and quick to make and can be decorated with any embellishments you desire.

Materials:

Worsted or sport weight yarn:

6 yards purple

5 yards blue

6 yards green

6 yards yellow

6 yards orange

6 yards red

Size E (3.5 mm) crochet hook for sport weight yarn, G (4.0 mm) hook for worsted weight yarn

Yarn needle

Fiberfill

10” piece of ribbon for hanging OR

Key ring and lobster claw for backpack

Measurements:

Approximately 4” wide by 4” tall (worsted)

Approximately 3” wide by 3” tall (sport)

Special Stitches:

YouTube Tutorial: Invisible Decrease

Ultimate Finish: Fasten off yarn leaving 6” length. Thread length through yarn needle and pick up outer lp of each st around. Pull tight to close.

Ultimate Finish tutorial: https://youtu.be/jVpTr8mId3I

Directions:

HAND:

Rnd 1: With purple, ch 9, sc in 2^nd ch from hook, sc in next 6 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working on opposite side of starting ch, sc in next 6 ch, 2 sc in last ch (18 sc). Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout unless otherwise specified.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in first st, sc in next 6 sts, 2 sc in each of next 3 sts, sc in next 6 sts, 2 sc in last 2 sts (24 sc).

Rnd 3: Working in BLO, sc in each st.

Rnds 4-6: Sc in each st. Join with sl st at end of Rnd 6. Fasten off purple.

Rnd 7: Attach blue yarn, sc in each st.

Rnd 8: 2 sc in 1^st st, sc in next 9 sts, 2 sc in next 3 sts, sc in next 9 sts, 2 sc in next 2 sts (30 sc). It may be necessary to adjust the count slightly so that the increases fall at the sides of the hand.

Rnd 9: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* sc in next 9 sts, repeat * to * 3 times, sc in next 9 sts, repeat * to * 2 times (36 sc).

Rnd 10: Sc in each st. Join with sl st. Fasten off blue.

Rnds 11-14: Attach green yarn. Sc in each st. Join with sl st at end of Rnd 14. Fasten off green.

THUMB:

Rnd 1: Attach yellow yarn, 2 sc in 1^st st, sc in next st, sk 30 sts, sc in next st, 2 sc in next 3 sts (10 sc).

Rnd 2: Sc in each st. Join with sl st. Fasten off yellow.

Rnds 3-5: Attach orange yarn, sc in each st. Join with sl st at end of Rnd 5. Fasten off orange.

Rnd 6: Attach red yarn, sc in each st.

Rnd 7: Dec around (5 sc). Join with sl st. Close with ultimate finish. Stuff thumb very lightly.

Return to unworked sts of Rnd 14 of hand.

Rnd 15: Attach yellow yarn, ch 1, sc in each st (30 sc). Do not join.

Rnds 16-17: Sc in each st. Fasten off yellow. Stuff hand lightly.

INDEX FINGER:

Rnd 1: Attach orange yarn, sc in next 4 sts, sk 22 sts, sc in next 4 sts (8 sc).

Rnds 2-3: Sc in each st. Join with sl st at end of Rnd 3. Fasten off orange.

Rnds 4-6: Attach red yarn, sc in each st.

Rnd 7: Dec around (4 sc). Join with sl st. Close with ultimate finish. Stuff finger very lightly.

MIDDLE FINGER:

Rnd 1: Attach orange yarn, sc in next 4 sts, sk 14 sts, sc in next 4 sts (8 sc).

Rnds 2-3: Sc in each st. Join at end of Rnd 3. Fasten off orange.

Rnds 4-8: Attach red yarn, sc in each st.

Rnd 9: Dec around (4 sc). Join with sl st. Close with ultimate finish. Stuff finger very lightly. If this finger will be extended, stuff a little more than the other fingers.

RING FINGER:

Rnd 1: Attach orange yarn, sc in next 4 sts, sk 6 sts, sc in next 4 sts (8 sc).

Rnds 2-3: Sc in each st. Join with sl st at end of Rnd 3. Fasten off orange.

Rnds 4-6: Attach red yarn, sc in each st.

Rnd 7: Dec around (4 sc). Join with sl st. Close with ultimate finish. Stuff very finger lightly.

PINKY:

Rnd 1: Attach orange yarn, sc in remaining 6 sts (6 sc).

Rnds 2-3: Sc in each st. Fasten off orange yarn at end of Rnd 3.

Rnd 4: Attach red yarn, sc in each st.

Rnd 5: Dec around (3 sc). Join with sl st. Close with ultimate finish. Stuff finger very lightly.

Using photo as a guide, sew fingers to fist with thumb over the index finger. Pull ribbon through top of hand and tie for a hanger.

Fist Directions:

To make the hand in a fist shape, use the following colors:

Rnds 1-4: Purple

Rnds 5-7: Blue

Rnds 8-10: Green

Rnds 11-13: Yellow

Rnds 14-16: Orange

Thumb: Orange

Rnd 17: Red

Fingers: Rnds 1-4: Red

Rnds 5-8: Orange

PDF download is available at: Rainbow Power Backback Buddy Crochet Pattern

A New Ornament Every Day

One of the best parts is the daily excitement—revealing a new mini treasure to crochet. It could be:

A cute crocheted animal
A classic winter icon like a snowflake or mitten
A silly character that makes everyone laugh
A colorful bauble or tiny wreath

As the days pass, your tree slowly fills with color, personality, and charm.

Download the calendar which contains links to each day’s pattern. Ornament Advent Calendar

Each day in December, I will post a different ornament pattern in my Facebook group. https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FGmsbZ3jM/

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