Baby Bear Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Val Pierce
Needle Size

US 6 / 4.0mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Garter , Stocking Stitch

Safety Notice: Handmade items made from this pattern may contain small parts or long cords that pose choking or strangulation risks. Not suitable for children under 3 years. Please see the full safety disclaimer at letsknit.co.uk/safety.

What you need to know

Meet Maggie Bear, designed by Val Pierce and easy to knit in DK yarn

Everyone loves a knitted bear. They make such timeless, treasured playmates for your little ones and you can give them big, squishy cuddles? Val Pierce's baby bear, Maggie, is knitted in soft yarn making her perfect for big bear hugs. And with her cute outfit (we love the bow!), she's sure to be the favourite in any child's toy box. Just be sure to attach all pieces securely – little ones won't want to let her go! Download your classic knitted bear pattern today.

Sizing

32cm tall

What you need

Yarn: DK, shades Caramel, Mint, one 50g ball of each; Tweed DK, shade Baby Pink, one 50g ball, oddments of DK yarn in black, brown
Needles: 4mm; embroidery, large
Buttons, pink
Ribbon, striped, pink
Safety toy stuffing

Stitches and skills used

Garter stitch
Stocking stitch
Knit
Purl
Cast on
Cast off
Kfb
K2tog
skpo

Meet the designer

Val Pierce is a great friend of Let's Knit and has designed for us for many years. She has also published several knitting books, specialising in toy and baby knitting patterns. If you enjoyed making this pattern, we think you'll enjoy making Val's rag doll, too. View all of Val's patterns here.

How to access this pattern

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