386Crochet Yogi Bear amigurumi plush is a playful representation of the classic Hanna-Barbera character. With his green hat and tie, this adorable bear captures the spirit of Jellystone Park in a cozy handmade style.
A crochet Yogi Bear is a delightful addition to any amigurumi collection and a perfect gift for lovers of vintage cartoons.
Pattern Here
Skill Level: Intermediate
Size: Approx. 10–12 cm (4–4.7 in) tall
Crochet Style: Amigurumi, worked in continuous rounds
Hook Size: 2.25 mm (B)
Yarn: DK or light worsted weight cotton yarn
- Main: Brown (body and head)
- Muzzle: Beige or light tan
- Shirt Collar: White
- Tie: Green
- Hat: Green and black (or dark green for rim)
- Nose: Black
- Eyes/Details: Black and white yarn/thread
- Stuffing: Fiberfill
Notions: Safety eyes (6 mm), yarn needle, stitch marker, scissors
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR – Magic Ring
- sc – Single crochet
- inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
- dec – Decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
- sl st – Slip stitch
- ch – Chain
- st(s) – Stitch(es)
- BLO – Back loop only
- FO – Fasten off
Head (Brown)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc around (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–10. sc around (30) - (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Insert safety eyes between rounds 7 and 8, 5 sts apart. - (sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6), FO and close. Stuff firmly.
Muzzle (Beige)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- (sc, inc) x3 (9)
- sc around (9), FO, leave long tail.
- Sew to lower face area, centered between eyes.
- Embroider nose in black (or attach small crochet nose).
Body (Brown)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc around (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5–9. sc around (24) - (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff body firmly. FO, leave long tail to sew to head.
Arms (Make 2 – Brown)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
2–7. sc around (6)
Do not stuff. FO, leave long tail for sewing to body sides.
Legs (Make 2 – Brown)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- (sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–5. sc around (9)
Lightly stuff. FO and sew to base of body.
Ears (Make 2 – Brown)
- MR, 5 sc (5), sl st to first st, FO.
Flatten slightly and sew to each side of the head, between rounds 3–5.
Collar (White)
- Ch 18, turn, sc in each ch (17)
- FO and wrap around neck, forming a “shirt collar” shape with points in front. Stitch in place.
Tie (Green)
Knot
- MR, 6 sc, FO and flatten to shape into knot.
Tails (Make 2): - Ch 6, turn, sc in 5 sts (5), FO.
- Attach two tails behind the knot and sew below the collar.
Hat (Green and Dark Rim)
Hat Base (Green):
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc around (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–5. sc around (18)
Brim (Dark Green or Black):
Attach new color to FLO of round 5. - (2 sc, inc) around (24)
FO and sew hat to head at an angle. Slightly curve the brim downward.
Finishing Details
- Embroider black eyebrows and a smile with black thread.
- Add small white dots to eyes with thread or fabric paint.
- Optional: Light blush or shading can be added with a pastel for depth.