Looking for a classic character to bring to life with your hook? This free Pooh crochet pattern is perfect for beginners and pros alike! Using our soft and fluffy Chenille Yarn Shine in Lemon Zest and Scarlet, this cuddly amigurumi project is sure to melt hearts.
This free crochet pattern features an adorable Pooh Bear made with Chenille Yarn Shine in Lemon Zest and Scarlet. Using a 5.0 mm hook and simple stitches like single crochet, this pattern is beginner-friendly and perfect for anyone who loves amigurumi. The result is a super-soft, vibrant plushie ready to hug!
Ready to crochet your own classic Pooh Bear? Let’s jump into the step-by-step guide, and don’t forget—you can shop all the yarns used directly at DirectSourceYarn.com.
🧶 Materials Needed
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Chenille Yarn Shine
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Color: Lemon Zest (2 skeins for body & head)
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Color: Scarlet (1 skein for shirt)\
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5.0 mm crochet hook
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Yarn needle
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Safety eyes (or black yarn for embroidery)
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Stitch marker
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Polyester stuffing
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🧸 Step-by-Step Summary: How to Crochet Pooh Bear
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Start with the head:
Use Lemon Zest yarn.
Rnd 1: 8 SC in magic ring [8]
Rnd 2: 8 INC [16]
Rnd 3: (INC, SC) x8 [24]
Rnd 4: (SC, INC, SC) x8 [32]
Rnd 5: (3 SC, INC) x8 [40]
Rnd 6-10: 40 SC [40], 5 rounds
Rnd 11: 12 SC, 4 INC, 8 SC, 4 INC, 12 SC [48]
Rnd 12-16: 48 SC [48], 5 rounds
Rnd 17: 12 SC, 4 DEC, 8 SC, 4 DEC, 12 SC [40]
Rnd 17: 9 SC, (6 SC, DEC) x3, DEC, 9 SC [40]
Rnd 18: (SC, DEC, SC) x10 [30]
Rnd 19: (SC, DEC) x10 [20]
Rnd 20: (8 SC, DEC) x2 [18]
Stuff the head firmly.
Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing. -
Create the leg & body:
Use Lemon Zest yarn
Rnd 1: 6 SC in magic ring [6]
Rnd 2: 6 INC [12]
Rnd 3: 12 SC [12]
Rnd 4: (2 SC, DEC) x3 [9]
Fasten off the first leg.
Connect the two legs with Ch 3
We are going to crochet the body.
Rnd 5: 24 SC [24] Tip: 9 SC in the first leg, 3 SC in one side of the chain, 9 SC in the second leg, 3 SC in other side of the chain, total 24 stitches.
Rnd 6: 4 SC, INC, (5 SC, INC) x 2, 7 SC [27]
Rnd 7: 5 SC, INC, 6 SC, INC, 5 SC, INC, 8 SC [30]
Rnd 8 (6 SC, INC) x3, 9 SC [33]
Rnd 9-10: 33 SC [33], 2 rounds
Change to Scarlet yarn.
Rnd 11: (9 SC, DEC) x3 [30]
Rnd 12: 30 SC [30]
Rnd 13: (3 SC, DEC) x6 [24]
Rnd 14-15: 24 SC [24], 2 rounds
Rnd 16: (SC, DEC, SC) x6 [18]
Rnd 17: 18 SC [18]
Stuff the body firmly.
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Nose:
Use Lemon Zest yarn.
Rnd 1: 5 SC in magic ring [5]
Rnd 2: 5 INC [10]
Rnd 3: (INC, SC) x5 [15]
Rnd 4: 15 SC [15]
Stuff the nose firmly.
Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing. -
Arm (make 2):
Use Lemon Zest yarn.
Rnd 1: 6 SC in magic ring [6]
Rnd 2-5: 6 SC [6], 4 rounds
Change to Scarlet yarn.
Rnd 6-8: 6 SC [6], 3 rounds
Stuff the arms.
Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing. -
Ear (make 2):
Use Lemon Zest yarn.
Rnd 1: 6 SC in magic ring [6]
Rnd 2: (SC, INC) x 3 [9]
Rnd 3-4: 9 SC [9], 2 rounds
Don’t stuff the ears.
Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing. -
Assembly:
Sew the ears to the head between rounds 3-6.
Embroider the eyebrows with black yarn on round 7, 5 sts apart.
Glue the eyes on round 11, 5 sts apart.
Sew the nose to the head between rounds 12-16.
Embroider the mouth with black yarn between rounds 15-16,.
Sew the head to the body.
Sew the arms to the body.
✨ The rich texture of Chenille Yarn Shine brings Pooh Bear to life with a soft, velvety finish.
💬 Why Choose Chenille Yarn Shine for Amigurumi?
Chenille Yarn Shine is:
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Luxuriously soft – perfect for toys, gifts, and kids.
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Tangle-free and sturdy – holds shape beautifully.
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Color-rich and photo-ready – like Lemon Zest & Scarlet!
Whether you’re making Pooh, Piglet, or the whole gang, this yarn delivers consistent, gorgeous results every time.
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This Pooh Bear crochet pattern is a heartwarming project you’ll love to make (and cuddle). With Chenille Yarn Shine in cheerful Lemon Zest and Scarlet, your finished plush will look and feel professional.
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