Bearbushka

Pattern info page: https://www.sweetsofties.com/2024/11/bearbushka.html

Bearbushka is a member of Sweet Softies’ Pearbody Doll Collection. This sweet Grandma bear has a charming pear-shaped body figure. She comes with removable accessories for dress-up play: a cardigan jacket, bonnet hood, and layered dress. This versatile pattern is a fun canvas for using different yarn color combinations for the outfit and doll, and you can embroider flowers, leaves, or nature and floral motifs on the clothing. This bear “babushka” is a low-sew project that only requires sewing for the arms, ears, and muzzle. This play set makes a lovely birthday present or Christmas holiday gift for little girls and young children. It’s also a high-end toy for craft fairs & boutiques. The PDF pattern also includes progress photos as part of a detailed photo tutorial to help guide you through the crochet process.

Style/aesthetic: fairytale, woodland, cozy, whimsical, cottage, Waldorf, prairie revival

SIZE

Height: 5.5 inches

MATERIALS

Medium weight 4 yarn in desired colors (I used Hobbii Twister Solid XL yarn)

2.75mm crochet hook

9mm plastic safety eyes (x2)

Stuffing

Yarn needle

Scissors

LEVEL

★★★☆☆ Intermediate. Requires familiarity with stitches used (below), attaching yarn, changing yarn colors, & sewing parts together.

STITCHES & TECHNIQUES USED (US TERMINOLOGY)

FO = fasten off

MR = magic ring

ch = chain

sl st = slip stitch

sc = single crochet

inc = increase (insert 2 sc in same st)

dec = decrease (sc 2 sts together)

dc = double crochet

dc-inc = double crochet increase

fdc = chainless foundation double crochet

BLO = back loops only

FLO = front loops only

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