Crochet Mini Rainbow Bear and Cat Lovey
The Crochet Mini Rainbow Bear and Cat Lovey is an adorable and charming handmade creation that brings joy to both kids and adults alike. With its colorful rainbow design, these little cuddly companions are perfect for snuggling and comforting. Whether you're looking for a unique gift for a special someone or simply want to treat yourself to something cute and cheerful, the Bear and Cat Lovey is sure to brighten your day with its whimsical charm. So go ahead, embrace the warmth and coziness of these delightful crochet animals, and let their playful personalities bring a smile to your face!
Supplies:
Size I crochet hook
Yarn needle
Stitch marker
Poly-fil or cotton stuffing (I just used some cotton balls)
Worsted weight yarn of your choice. (I used 100% cotton)
Pattern:
Granny Square:
With color A, Ch 4, join with slip stitch to first ch to form a ring.
Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as dc here, and throughout), 2 dc in ring, ch 3, [3 dc in ring, ch 3] three times. Join with slip st to top of beginning ch 3. Finish off. (12 sts)
Round 2: Join color B to the next ch 3 corner. Ch 3, 2 dc in same ch 3 space, ch 2, [(3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in the next ch 3 space, ch 2] three times. 3 dc in the same ch 3 space as the first st, ch 3, join with sl stitch to the top of beginning ch 3. Finish off. (24 sts)
Round 3: Join color C to the next ch 3 corner. Ch 3, 2 dc in same ch 3 space, [ch 2, 3 dc in next ch 2 space, ch 2, (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in the next ch 3 corner] three times. Ch 2, 3 dc in next ch 2 space, ch 2, 3 dc in the same ch 3 space as the first st, ch 3, join with sl stitch to the top of beginning ch 3. Finish off. (36 sts)
Round 4: Join color D to the next ch 3 corner. Ch 3, 2 dc in same ch 3 space, [ch 2, 3 dc in each ch 2 space across, ch 2, (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) in the next ch 3 corner] three times. Ch 2, 3 dc in each ch 2 space across, ch 2, 3 dc in the same ch 3 space as the first st, ch 3, join with sl stitch to the top of beginning ch 3. Finish off. (48 sts)
Rounds 5 & 6: Repeat round 4, using color E for round 5, and color F for round 6.
Weave in all ends.
Head:Note: Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of the round. Move marker up with each round.With the color of your choice, ch 2
Round 1: sc 5 in second ch from hook. Do not join. (5)
Round 2: 2sc in each stitch around. (10)
Round 3: [sc, 2 sc in next st] repeat around. (15)
Round 4: [sc 2, 2 sc in next st] repeat around. (20)
Round 5: [sc 3, 2 sc in next st] repeat around. (25)
Rounds 6-8: sc in each st around. (25)
Round 9: [sc 3, sc2tog] repeat around. (20)
Round 10: [sc 2, sc2tog] repeat around. (15)
Round 11: [sc, sc2tog] repeat around. (10)Stuff Head
Round 12: sc2tog, around. (5)
Finish off, leaving a long tail. Use tail to sew closed.Use colors of your choice to embroider on the face.
Arms: (make 2)With same color as head, ch 2.Round 1: sc 5 in second ch from hook. Do not join. (5)Round 2: 2sc in each stitch around. (10)Round 3: sc in each st around. (10)Round 4: sc2tog, around. (5)Rounds 5-6: sc in each st around. (5)Finish off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Bear Ears:
Using color of your choice, attach yarn around a stitch on the head, for the ear.
Ch 3, 5 dc around the next stitch, sl st around same stitch. Finish off and weave in ends. Repeat for other ear.
Cat Ears:
Using color of your choice, attach yarn around a stitch on the head, for the ear.
Row 1: ch 1, sc around next 2 sts. Turn.
Row 2: ch 1, 3 sc. Turn.
Row 3: ch 1, sc2tog. Turn.
Row 4: ch 1, sc.
Finish off and weave in ends.
Assembly:
Sew the arms toward the bottom and the front of the head.
Sew the head to the center of your granny square.
Tie all knots securely and weave in loose ends.
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