Swinging Bear + Printable Gift Tags & Adoption Certificate

Free version of the pattern (video tutorial) is viewable at: https://www.sweetsofties.com/2026/09/swinging-bear.html

The Swinging Bear is a fast, easy, no-sew amigurumi pattern that takes just 25 minutes to make! This chubby sitting teddy bear on a swing makes a perfect hanging ornament for your home, office, Christmas tree, or car rearview mirror, cute bag charm, or even a fun necklace! Crafted with bulky plush chenille velvet yarn, it can also be made with thinner yarn for a smaller size, ideal for keychains or craft fair claw machines. You can even skip the swing for a mini sitting bear. They make great birthday presents, party favors, Valentine’s Day gifts, and stocking stuffers.

The PDF pattern includes a link to the video tutorial as well as photo references to guide beginners through the project. Included is also a set of printable gift tags as well as a bear-themed adoption certificate.

TIME

Approximately 25 minutes for a familiar crocheter to make from start to finish (including the finishing details)

SIZE

Bear’s height: approximately 2.75”

MATERIALS

Bulky weight 5 yarn in desired color (I used ~14 yards/42 feet of this yarn: https://lionbrand.sjv.io/rakQrQ)

Thin yarn for swing (I used this yarn: https://collabs.shop/mda2rn)

5mm crochet hook

2.75mm crochet hook

6mm black safety eyes

Small scrap of felt for the muzzle

Thread for embroidering the nose/mouth

Sewing needle

Stuffing

Scissors

LEVEL

★★☆☆☆ Familiar Beginner. Requires familiarity with stitches used (below).

STITCHES USED (US TERMS)

MR = magic ring

FO = fasten off

YO = yarn over

ch = chain

sc = single crochet

inc = increase (insert 2 sc in same st)

dec = decrease (sc 2 sts together)

COPYRIGHT NOTICE · This pattern is © 2026 Sweet Softies, www.sweetsofties.com. For personal use only. You may not translate, distribute, copy, alter, or sell this pattern in any way. My patterns may not be used in video tutorials or for teaching classes (both online and in-person). You may link to this pattern but you may not copy any part of the pattern instructions on other websites. You may sell finished items made with this pattern if you credit Sweet Softies as the designer and link to my website. No wholesale.

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