Easy Plush Bear Knitting Pattern
Easy Plush Bear Knitting Pattern! Learn how to knit a soft teddy bear with this beginner-friendly stuffed animal pattern. Includes tips and printable PDF option.
If you’re looking for a fun and beginner-friendly knitting project, this Easy Plush Bear Knitting Pattern is the perfect choice. Soft, cuddly, and adorable, this knit teddy bear makes a wonderful handmade gift for babies, children, and anyone who appreciates cozy handmade toys.
What makes this Easy Plush Bear Knitting Pattern especially great is that it’s simple enough for beginners while still creating a charming finished toy. The bear is knit using basic stitches and straightforward construction, making it a relaxing project that’s perfect for a cozy afternoon of knitting.
Handmade toys are incredibly special because they often become treasured keepsakes. A soft knit teddy bear can become a child’s favorite comfort toy and something parents hold onto for years.
If you enjoy knitting toys and plush animals, you may also like some of these beginner-friendly projects:
- Flat Knit Plush Elephant Knitting Pattern
- Easy Flat Knit Plush Cat Knitting Pattern
- Flat Knit Plush Bunny Knitting Pattern
Each of these projects is beginner friendly and makes adorable handmade gifts.
Why Knit a Plush Bear?
Knitting toys is one of the most rewarding types of knitting projects. Unlike garments that may eventually be outgrown, a handmade stuffed animal often becomes a cherished childhood companion.
This Easy Plush Bear Knitting Pattern is especially great for beginner knitters because:
• it uses simple stitches
• the pieces are knit flat
• it works up quickly
• it makes a meaningful handmade gift
Small toy projects are also perfect for using leftover yarn from other knitting patterns.
If you’re new to knitting toys, this bear is a great place to start before trying more complex plush patterns.
You can also browse even more toy ideas in my Knitting Pattern Directory:
There you’ll find dozens of beginner-friendly knitting patterns including toys, baby garments, hats, blankets, and accessories.
Why This Easy Plush Bear Knitting Pattern Is Perfect for Beginners
Many knitters want to try making toys but feel intimidated by complicated shaping or sewing.
The good news is that this Easy Plush Bear Knitting Pattern keeps things simple.
The bear is knit in basic pieces and then assembled, which means you can focus on relaxing knitting without worrying about complicated techniques.
Because the pieces are small, this project also knits up fairly quickly. Many knitters can finish the entire bear in just a couple of evenings.
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These collections are filled with fun beginner projects.
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• avoid scrolling while knitting
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Easy Plush Bear Knitting Pattern
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Yarn: Lion Brand Basic Stitch in Ivy
Needles: size US 7 single point knitting needles
Also needed: button or safety eyes, poly fill stuffing, tapestry needle
Gauge: 18 sts and 34 rows = 4 inches
Size: Bear measures approximately 10 1/2 inches tall
Note: Kfb (Knit Front and Back) is a simple knitting increase.
You knit into the front of a stitch but do not slide it off the needle, then knit into the back of the same stitch. This creates two stitches from one, increasing your stitch count by one.
Teddy Bear Pattern instructions:
Left Leg:
Cast on 10 sts.
1st row: (Kfb. K1) 5 times. 15 sts.
2nd row: Knit.
3rd row: (Kfb. K2) 5 times. 20 sts.
Work in garter st until work from the beginning measures 3 inches. End on a wrong side row.
Break yarn, leaving sts on a stitch holder.
Right Leg:
Work the same as the left leg, but do not break the yarn.
For the Body:
Row 1: (right side). Knit the 20 across the Right
Leg.
Knit 20 stitches across the Left Leg. (40 sts)
Place marker at each end of the last row.
Work in garter st until work from marked row measures approximately 2 3/4 inches. End on a wrong side row.
For the Shoulders:
Row 1: K7. (K2tog) 4 times. K10. (K2tog) 4 times. K7. (32 sts)
Knit 5 rows.
Next row: K5. (K2tog) 4 times. K6. (K2tog) 4 times. K5. (24 sts)
Knit 1 row.
For the Head:
Row 1: *K1. Kfb. Rep from * to end of row. (36 sts)
Knit 19 rows.
For the Bear Ears:
Row 1: K7. (K2tog) twice. K14. (K2tog) twice. K7. (32 sts)
Row 2: Knit across.
Row 3: K6. (K2tog) twice. K12. (K2tog) twice. K6. (28 sts)
Row 4: Knit across.
Row 5: K5. (K2tog) twice. K10. (K2tog) twice. K5. 24 sts.
Cast off.
For the Arms:
Cast on 20 sts.
Knit 20 rows.
Next row: *K1. K2tog. Rep from * to last 2 sts. K2. 14 sts.
Next row: Knit across.
Next row: *K2tog. Rep from * to end of row. 7 sts.
Break yarn and thread through the remaining stitches. Pull to tighten.
How to assemble the knit bear
Turn the finished piece over and sew the back seam (don’t sew the legs yet) and the seam at the top of head.
Stuff the bear, add the eyes and nose and sew the seams closed.
Sew the arm seam. Stuff with poly fill and sew the arm to the side of the bear. Repeat on the other side.
Sew through both sides of the bear approximately 1/4 inch in to make the ears.
Weave in ends.
Prefer an Ad-Free Printable Pattern?
While the free pattern is available here on the blog, many knitters prefer working from a clean printable version.
The ad-free PDF version of the Easy Plush Bear Knitting Pattern is available in my shop and includes a printer-friendly layout that makes it easy to follow the instructions while you knit.
👉 You can purchase the printable pattern here:
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Looking for More Knitting Patterns?
If you enjoyed this pattern, be sure to explore my full Knitting Pattern Directory, where you’ll find dozens of cozy projects including baby knitting patterns, hat knitting patterns, beginner knitting projects, toy knitting patterns, and knitted accessories.
Tips for Knitting Plush Toys
If this is your first time knitting a stuffed animal, here are a few helpful tips.
Use a tight gauge
Knitting toys usually works best with slightly tight stitches so the stuffing doesn’t show through.
Choose soft yarn
Soft yarn makes plush toys extra cuddly and comfortable for babies and children.
Stuff gradually
Adding stuffing slowly while shaping the toy helps create a smooth, even finish.
Take time with assembly
Carefully sewing the pieces together gives the toy a polished look.
With a little patience, the Easy Plush Bear Knitting Pattern comes together beautifully.
More Beginner Toy Knitting Patterns
If you enjoy making stuffed animals, here are a few more beginner-friendly plush patterns to try:
Flat Knit Plush Elephant Knitting Pattern
Flat Knit Plush Bunny Knitting Pattern
Easy Flat Knit Plush Cat Knitting Pattern
Toy projects like these are perfect for practicing knitting skills while creating adorable handmade gifts.
A Perfect Handmade Gift
One of the best things about the Easy Plush Bear Knitting Pattern is that it makes a wonderful handmade gift.
This plush toy is perfect for:
• baby showers
• birthdays
• nursery decor
• holiday gifts
• handmade keepsakes
Parents especially love receiving handmade toys because they’re unique and meaningful.
You can even knit several bears in different colors to create a sweet handmade toy collection.
Looking for more plush toy free patterns like this knitted teddy bear pattern?
Flat Knit Plush Star Knitting Pattern
Easy Plush Owl Knitting Pattern
Easy Plush Cat Knitting Pattern
Flat Knit Plush Penguin Knitting Pattern
If you’re looking for a fun, relaxing project that results in a meaningful handmade gift, the Easy Plush Bear Knitting Pattern is a wonderful choice.
This beginner-friendly knitting pattern creates a soft, cuddly teddy bear that children will love and parents will treasure. Because the project uses simple stitches and straightforward construction, it’s perfect for knitters of all skill levels.
Whether you’re knitting a toy for a baby shower gift, a birthday present, or just because you love making handmade toys, this Easy Plush Bear Knitting Pattern is sure to become one of your favorite projects.
👉 Prefer a clean printable version of this pattern?
The ad-free PDF pattern is available in my shop here:
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