This free Little Teddy Bear knitting pattern and video tutorial from Maylily Knitting gives you two flexible ways to make a cuddly handmade keepsake. Whether you prefer working back and forth on straight needles or knitting seamlessly in the round on circulars, both free pattern options make this sweet plush toy a breeze to finish.
When knit flat, the main body works up from the top down in a single piece from the head right to the legs. The arms, muzzle, and ears are knitted separately before being stitched on. Once everything is shaped, you use mattress stitch or whipstitch to seam the parts, then pack in soft stuffing. To finish, hand-embroider a cute nose and eyes with a bit of black yarn.
Using DK weight yarn with 3.5 mm needles, the finished bear stands around 6.5 inches tall. Just right for little hands to hold or to tuck into gift baskets! Grab some yarn and needles to cast on this delightful DIY teddy bear project.
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