Crochet Bubbles the Blue-Banded Bee

Crochet Bubbles the Blue-Banded Bee is a delightful project that brings a touch of whimsy into your crafting repertoire. With its vibrant colors and intricate details, this adorable bee amigurumi is sure to brighten up your day and make you smile. Whether you're an experienced crocheter or just starting out, this pattern offers a chance to create something truly special. Imagine the joy of gifting this cute creation to a friend or displaying it proudly in your own home. So grab your crochet hooks, pick out some lovely yarn, and let your creativity soar as you bring Bubbles the Blue-Banded Bee to life stitch by stitch!

Materials

Abbreviation used (U.S. terms)

ch: chain

sc: single crochet

sl st: slip stitch

*…*: repeat

hdc: half double crochet

dc: double crochet

inc: 2 single crochet in the same stitch

dec: single crochet 2 stitches together through the front loop only (invisible decrease)

Finished size: approx. 12 cm/4.5 inches

All pieces are worked through both loops of the stitches and in the round without joining unless stated otherwise in the pattern. It is recommended to use a stitch marker to mark the end of each round. To make it easier, you can stuff your amigurumi as you go.

Thorax and abdomen – starting in yellow make 1

Work in rounds
Round 1. sc 6 in a magic ring
Round 2. inc x6
Round 3. *sc 1, inc* x6
Round 4. *sc 2, inc* x6
Rounds 5-9. sc in each st around
Round 10. *sc 2, dec* x6
Round 11. *sc 1, dec* x6

Stuff the thorax firmly before continuing onto the abdomen.

Change to black
Round 12. *sc 1, inc* x6
Round 13. *sc 2, inc* x6
Change to blue
Round 14. *sc 3, inc* x6
Round 15. sc in each st around
Change to black
Rounds 16-18. sc in each st around
Change to blue
Rounds 19-20. sc in each st around
Change to black
Round 21. sc in each st around
Round 22. *sc 8, dec* x3
Change to blue
Round 23. *sc 7, dec* x3
Round 24. *sc 6, dec* x3
Change to black
Round 25. *sc 5, dec* x3
Round 26. *sc 4, dec* x3

Start stuffing the abdomen.

Change to blue
Round 27. *sc 3, dec* x3
Round 28. *sc 2, dec* x3
Change to black
Round 29. *sc 1, dec* x3
Round 30. *dec* x3

Fasten off, finish stuffing and weave in ends by passing your thread in the front loop only of the remaining stitches.

Antennae – in black make 2

Work in rows
Row 1. ch 5
Row 2. starting from the 2nd ch from the hook, sc 1, sl st 3

Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.

Head – in yellow make 1

Work in rounds
Round 1. sc 6 in a magic ring (6)
Round 2. inc x6 (12)
Round 3. *sc 1, inc* x6 (18)
Rounds 4-6. sc in each st around

Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing and stuff the head.

Legs – in yellow make 2

Work in rows
Row 1. ch 8
Row 2. starting from the 2nd ch from the hook, sc 1, hdc 3, sc 3

Repeat rows 1-2 x2 more times (3 legs in total).

Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.

Wings – in light blue make 2

Work in rows
Row 1. ch 11
Row 2. starting from the 2nd ch from the hook, sl st 2, sc 3, hdc 3, dc, dc 5 in last stitch, on the other side of the ch, dc, hdc 3, sc 3, sl st 2

Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.

Assembly

1. Sew the head to the thorax, between rounds 1-6 of the thorax so that the head is slightly lowered compared to the body.

2. Sew the antennae to the top of the head between rounds 4-5 with approx. 2 stitches in between them. Embroider eyes to either side of the head on rounds 4-5.

3. Sew the legs to either side of the thorax, distributed evenly between the head and the abdomen.

4. Sew the wings to the top of the thorax, between rounds 5-6 with approx. 3 stitches in between them.

You are done!